Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

Updated Contact Information

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services is scheduling remote appointments only from 9:00am to 5:00pm. There are no face to face appointments being scheduled at this time. Communications can be flexible based on student’s needs and may consist of the following communication options: Email, Phone, Zoom, Skype, Video Relay Services (free), and Text Messaging.

To get started students may contact us as outlined below:

• Call Learning Accommodations Center main number 978-556-3654 or email lacenter@necc.mass.edu
• Contact Deb McKinney, dmckinney@necc.mass.edu
• Interpreter questions: Contact Dena Riccio Enis, driccioenis@necc.mass.edu
• VRS/VP services call 978-241-7045

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

If you are a NECC student with a documented hearing disability, NECC’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and Learning Accommodations can assist with the coordination of communication services so you can take classes and participate in college activities, programs and services.

Services Include:

• Communication Access Services (Interpreting, CART)
• Assistive Listening Devices
• Note Taking Referrals
• Access Advocacy
• Academic Advising
• Referrals to NECC and Community Services
• Collaboration with Learning Accommodations
• And more!

The Learning Accommodations Center collaborates with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services to enable NECC to meet legal obligations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.

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