Ted Program

The Telephone Equipment Distribution Program provides telephone equipment to people who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, speech impaired or have a physical disability and need adaptive equipment in order to use the phone. DHS loans the equipment at no cost for as long as you need the equipment.

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The TED Program focuses on telecommunication devices related to the telephone. Available equipment includes but is not limited to: Amplified telephones, Captioned telephones, Hands-free, speakerphones, Light flashing ring signalers, Loud ringers, TTYs.

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Frequently asked questions
• Am I eligible to receive telephone equipment if I live in a nursing home?
• Do I have to pay for repairs?
• How do I return the equipment if I no longer need it?
• How long may I keep the equipment?
• I already have equipment from your program. May I exchange it for a new one?
• May I buy the equipment from you?
• What if I don't qualify?
• Will someone come to my home to install the equipment?