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Welcome
Center on Deafness, a not-for-profit Illinois corporation, began serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community over thirty years ago. Our mission is to serve adults who have hearing impairments with additional disabilities, such as mental illness or developmental disabilities. We are one of a few organizations in the country that serves the deaf and hard of hearing population who have additional disabilities. Since it's inception, the Center has had as its purpose, the treatment and rehabilitation of clients who may return to the community or be integrated into the community with assistance. Residential services for adults are located in the community, residing in apartments, townhouses and/or homes to create a less restrictive and more normal environment. Experienced staff, trained in the area of deafness and fluent in the use of sign language, provide treatment, life skills training, and vocational and social skills training to clients. Certified and licensed social workers and/or counselors, nurse, vocational and educational staff are part of the team that provides service to our clients.
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Sign Language Classes
Adult ASL classes are held on Tuesdays from 7:00-9:00 pm, occurring in 8 consecutive weeks, 4 quarters a year. These classes are open to the public and no prior exposure to ASL is required. We offer "Beginner" through "Interpreter" level classes running simultaneously in different classrooms. Tuition is $120.00 per student and does not cover the cost of class materials. Beginning I & II classes use the text book A Basic Course In American Sign Language - ISBN # 0932666426. CLICK HERE to download the COD Sign Class brochure with sign up information! |
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2023 Schedule
Winter Quarter First Class: January 24th Last Class: March 14th Spring Quarter First Class: April 11th Last Class: May 30th Summer Quarter First Class: July 11th Last Class: August 29th Fall Quarter First Class: September 19th Last Class: November 7th |
The Centerpoint Adult Vocational Program
The Centerpoint Vocational Program/Centerpoint Workshop is a training program for adult clients. Clients served by our program reside within residential facilities of the Center which is located in a neighboring community. The ultimate goal of our program is to assist our clients in acquiring skills which will lead to competitive employment. The services provided by our program include training in the following areas: mail assembly, job readiness, job seeking skills, interviewing skills, personal counseling, and vocational counseling. Two levels of programming are offered: sheltered employment and supported employment.
For more information, contact Micki Masbaum, Director of Program Services, at (847) 559-0110, ext. 203 or mmasbaum@centerondeafness.org
DOWNLOAD ADULT PROGRAM APPLICATION
The Centerpoint Vocational Program/Centerpoint Workshop is a training program for adult clients. Clients served by our program reside within residential facilities of the Center which is located in a neighboring community. The ultimate goal of our program is to assist our clients in acquiring skills which will lead to competitive employment. The services provided by our program include training in the following areas: mail assembly, job readiness, job seeking skills, interviewing skills, personal counseling, and vocational counseling. Two levels of programming are offered: sheltered employment and supported employment.
For more information, contact Micki Masbaum, Director of Program Services, at (847) 559-0110, ext. 203 or mmasbaum@centerondeafness.org
DOWNLOAD ADULT PROGRAM APPLICATION
Adult Residential Options
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Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) Program
The Center on Deafness’ CILA Programs are located in Glenview, IL. The CILA's allow individuals with deafness and developmental disabilities to reside in residential neighborhoods, while providing them with 24 staffing and support. Each residence is staffed with Direct Support Persons, who are available to assist with household responsibilities, meal planning and preparation, medication management, budgeting and financial responsibilities, recreational and leisure time, and community involvement. Each client is provided with individualized care to meet his/her needs while allowing them to be active participants in their communities with the freedom to develop new skills, make independent choices, and gain increased independence. |
Supervised Adult Housing
The Center on Deafness’ supervised Residential Programs are located in Northbrook and Glenview IL. These programs allow the clients with Mental Illness to reside in residential neighborhoods with 24 hour staffing and support. Each residence is staffed with Mental Health Professionals, who provide training and assistance with household responsibilities, meal planning and preparation, medication management, budgeting and financial responsibilities, recreational and leisure time, and community involvement. Each client is provided with individualized care to meet his/her needs while allowing them to be active participants in their communities to develop new skills, increase self esteem, and gain independence. |
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Our Mission
The Center on Deafness is dedicated to serving children and adults who are deaf or hearing impaired with accompanying developmental delay and/or mental illness to reach their highest potential by providing educational, vocational, mental health, and residential services in therapeutic, community-based environments. |
Our Values
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Contact Information
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Main Office
Phone: (847) 559-0110 Fax: (847) 559-8199 |
Address
Center On Deafness 3444 Dundee Rd. Northbrook, IL 60062 |
Business Office
John Little (847) 559-0110, ext. 212 |
The Center On Deafness is a
501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
501(c)3 nonprofit organization.