Program Information

Arizona Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (AzTEDP)

 

What's in it for me?

ACDHH's AzTEDP provides free telecommunications devices to residents of the State of Arizona who need assistance communicating on the phone.

NOTICE: As of October 1, 2024, each Applicant must submit proof of telephone service which aligns with the type of equipment applied for. For example, if the Applicant is requesting a device that works with a Smartphone/cell phone, a copy of the smartphone bill that shows the applicant's name, cell phone number and address.

Any client needing demonstrations, technical assistance, or any service related to equipment are best served by appointment. This can be in-person or video (Zoom or Google Meet).  Please call 602-542-3365 (V), 602-761-9541 (VP) or 1-866-223-3412 (V) or email [email protected] to ensure availability to serve you. 

Applicants can qualify as Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Combined Vision and Hearing Loss (CVHL) or Speech-Impaired.

Certifying Professionals:

Working with people who have hearing loss or speech challenges, you know that no two people are the same. "The Phone Program” offers FREE equipment to those who meet the requirements.

Each individual is allowed:

  • one device to help them hear better on the phone (Primary)
  • one device that serves as an environmental alert (Secondary)

Please complete Part C of the Application Form. 

  • The applicant is responsible for completing the remainder of the application.  
  • Vicki Thompson is available for consultation in choosing the device(s). 
  • The voucher(s) will be mailed to the applicant.
  • The applicant will sign the voucher and mail it to a vendor.
  • The vendor will then ship the equipment to the applicant. 

Any Arizonan who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind/CVHL, or Speech-Impaired is eligible for this life-changing equipment, regardless of income. For questions, please contact Vicki Thompson at 602-542-3365 or [email protected].