Mid-Hudson Interpreter Service (MHIS)
About Mid-Hudson Interpreter Services (MHIS)
The Mid-Hudson Interpreter Service (MHIS), a program of Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. (TRI), located in Poughkeepsie, New York, has been providing American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpreting and translating services since 1989. MHIS provides sign language interpreting services to the Mid-Hudson Valley area, including Dutchess, Orange, Ulster, Putnam, Rockland, and Westchester Counties.
“The sign-language interpreter who worked during our tutoring sessions this semester, did a wonderful job. She was extremely helpful and her extensive knowledge of sign-language – particularly sign-language that was math oriented – assisted our tutoring sessions greatly.”
What you can expect from MHIS
Service
American Sign Language interpreting and translating services to ensure access to effective communication for all involved parties, both Hearing and Deaf.
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Quality
American Sign Language interpreters with practical experience working in a variety of settings including medical, business, legal, educational, and beyond.
If you are an interpreter interested in working with MHIS, click here.
Dedication
Since 1989, MHIS has assisted in complying with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act by scheduling interpreters for our customers upon request.
If you are a current Interpreter, click here.
Expertise
MHIS staff educates the community about the technology & services available to provide full access for persons who are deaf/hard of hearing. Our Advocate can help you request auxiliary communication aids.
Click here to request services from our Deaf/HH advocate.
For ASL Events and Community Information, click here.
About our MHIS Staff
Jeanine Byrnes
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Kim Ross
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Maya Spooner
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Lycia Valleau
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