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Spreading the word about assistive devices

By
Barry L. Adams
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 — Issue 308

Greetings, Vermonters! As a deaf person and former Vermonter, I just received a letter from Vermont Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (VTEDP) inquiring if I need new or upgraded telephones or computers (including laptops and tablets) to assist me. They encourage recipients of their program's equipment benefits to share this information with others with hearing loss who may benefit from the program.

I am passing this along so you might share it with those who might be interested in this service for themselves or a family member or friend.

VTEDP can be reached at 1-800-734-8390 (TTY) or 1-800-622-4496 (voice).

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The Dems have no one but themselves to blame

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Steev Lynn

Steev Lynn works internationally, currently reporting on the civil war in Myanmar after a military...

Mental health care should prioritize clinical outcomes over activism

By
Denise Gebroe

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Building housing and community, together

By
Marcella Eversole

The writer is a member of the Putney Housing Solutions Task Force, a community group...

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