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FTRI offers a variety of specialized phones—FREE to qualified applicants.

Eligibility is open to Florida residents who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf/blind, or speech impaired. To receive specialized telephone equipment, you must provide proof of eligibility.

FTRI specialized telephone equipment is available at no cost. You must also provide proof of residency with one of the following:

  • Florida Driver's License
  • Florida Voter Registration Card
  • Florida Identification Card
  • Florida Vehicle Registration
  • Florida Medicaid Card
  • Letter from Social Security with your name and Florida address

To pick up your FREE phone, bring documentation to the following address:

Center for Hearing and Communication
2900 W. Cypress Creek Road
(Private entrance & parking is located in back of the building.)
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
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Hours of Operation:
Walk-ins—Tuesday and Thursday
9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm

For more information, please call 954-601-1930.