If you are paying for interpreting services yourself for a funeral, celebration of life, party, wedding, etc. please contact LIFESIGNS, Inc. and a service agreement will be sent to you to start the process. If you have questions regarding who is responsible to pay for sign language services, please contact GLAD, Inc. at (323) 478-8000 and ask to speak with an advocate.
The American with Disabilities Act stipulates that most businesses and medical facilities are required to provide reasonable accommodations. Additionally, the ADA strongly discourages from using family members or friends as interpreters. For more information, please contact GLAD, Inc. at (323) 478-8000 and ask to speak with an advocate or www.gladinc.org. You can also check with the Department of Justice.