TEPP helps pay for devices which enable a deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind or mobility impaired individual to purchase equipment that allows them to communicate via telephone. The maximum amount of the voucher is based on the applicant's disability. For more information on TAP, contact your WDHH Regional Coordinator. Richter said the types of devices that are covered include signaling devices to alert an individual when the phone rings or any other equipment related to the operation of the telephone. Richter said that devices that aren't specifically covered should be requested via an exception.
Comments regarding the proposed rules are welcome.
Regional deaf, hard of hearing resource guides available The Southeastern Wisconsin Offices for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing have recently updated their resource guide. If you live in a different region of the state, please contact your regional coordinator for a listing of available resources in your area.