Disability Rights Rhode Island

Learn how people who are Deaf or hard-of-hearing can enhance their safety through their smartphone on April 13.

Join us for our Hard-of-Hearing Peer Support Group and learn to prepare for emergencies using your smartphone!

This month, we will cover how to use built-in safety features on your smartphone and smartwatch, including SOS calls and sharing critical health information. We will also discuss how the Rhode Island Special Needs Emergency Registry (RISNER) can assist you during an emergency.

Date: Monday, April 13
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: OSCIL, 1944 Warwick Ave, Warwick, RI

Captioning and light refreshments provided. Why it matters: Individuals with hearing loss face unique challenges accessing 911. Equal access to emergency services is a civil right and saves lives.

RSVP REQUIRED (Space is limited):
Email [email protected] or call (401) 738-1013 x. 29. Learn more at oscil.org/events.

No matter what you’re experiencing, confidential support is available 24/7/365 for mental health and substance use needs. You never have to face it alone.

💙 Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help