In Arkansas, there are four interpreter referral agencies that coordinate access services:
- Communication Plus: 501-224-2521
- Communicating Hands: 501-374-5293
- Sign Language Interpreter Network of Northwest Arkansas: 479-268-2417 or scheduling@slinofnwa.com
- Specialized Interpreting Services: 479.343.8786 (v/text) or info@specializedinterpreting.com
If you are outside of Arkansas, you can find an interpreter referral agency in your area by using the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Interpreter Agency/Referral Service search tool. If you are unable to locate a service using that tool, you may also contact your state school for the deaf or state vocational rehabilitation office. They will likely be able to connect you with an interpreter referral agency in your state. (Our purpose is not to promote a specific business. If you know of other interpreter referral agencies within Arkansas, please send a message to Melanie Thornton at mthornt@uark.edu)