SLA was founded in 1982 by experienced interpreters who realized a vision to provide the Deaf community with easy access to the highest quality interpreting services. Our mission has always been clear. We exist because “There is a Deaf person somewhere who needs our services”.

We invite you to learn more about our specialty programs and to share your feedback.

• Consumer Oriented Services: SLA’s professional interpreters can meet YOUR unique needs. Ask for an SLA interpreter, you’ll notice the difference.
  
  
• Cultural Access Program: SLA’s Cultural Access Program provides performing arts interpreters at many area theatres and concert halls. Check our list of upcoming interpreted events to enjoy a night at the theatre, or a concert by your favorite artist.
  
  
• Babywatch™ Program: Labor can start at any time! Be sure your interpreter is ready when the baby is! Register with SLA’s Babywatch™ Program to receive total communication access for this special event.
  
  
• Video Relay Interpreting: SLA is proud to be working with a VRS provider to staff their Video Relay Centers. SLA interpreters assist hundreds of callers per day. Lose that TTY and make your next call in your native language.