Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

Updated Contact Information

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services is scheduling appointments weekdays, from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Communications can be flexible based on student’s needs and may consist of the following options: Zoom, Phone, In-Person, Video Relay Services (free), or Email.

Following CDC guidelines, all individuals should always wear masks, whether vaccinated or not vaccinated, while on campus to mitigate their risk of catching and spreading COVID-19.  

To get started students may contact us as outlined below:

• Call the Center for Accessibility Resources & Services main number 978-556-3654 or email centerforaccess@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 the Center for Accessibility Resources & Services 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 Center for Accessibility Resources & Services
• And more!

The Center for Accessibility Resources & Services 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 The Current ADA Regulations.