Welcome to the Center for Hearing & Deaf Services

Welcome to the web site of the Center for Hearing & Deaf Services, Inc.(HDS) and its branch office, HDS-Westmoreland, a non-profit agency in continuous operation since 1921. Our professional staff provides a wide range of services for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired. You are invited to call for information or an appointment. Our telephone number is (412) 281-1375(V/TTY). HDS Brochure

HDS' mission & Vision statements

HDS' Mission is to provide a diverse and affordable program of quality diagnostic, rehabilitative and supportive services designed to address problems experienced by children and adults who are deaf or hard of hearing and serve as an information and referral source for this population and the general public. The vision of HDS' staff is to be caring professionals serving persons who are deaf or hard of hearing with excellence, dignity and trust.

United Way Campaign

It's United Way Campaign time! If you are one of those people who "gives at the office" through United Way, we hope you will choose to support the Center for Hearing & Deaf Services (HDS) through Contributor Choice. It is through the support of people like you that HDS is able to offer high quality services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing and deaf-blind. Also, please let us know if your company has a matching gift program. Please remember United Way for Allegheny County, Code #90 and Westmoreland County, Code #4847 when filling out your pledge card! Thanks in advance for your consideration.