Due to severe weather that impacted our area, our business' phone system is only operational during our normal business hours, M - F from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Attempting to contact us outside of our business hours will result in an automated message indicating our number is not available or invalid. Thank you for your patience while we continue to work to resolve this issue.

Loud & Clear and FREE

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

Eligibility is open to Florida residents with hearing or speech loss. 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, Suite 3
    (Private entrance & parking is located in back of the building.)
    Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
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    Hours of Operation:
    Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM by appointment only.
    954-601-1930
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