Need an interpreter?
Sign Language Network of KY (SLNKY) is a multi-faceted sign language interpreter referral agency based in Lexington, Kentucky. We provide ongoing services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in numerous businesses and organizations around the state. Just a few of our areas of specialty are included below.
- In-patient hospital services, outpatient surgeries and doctor visits
- Physical Therapy, workers compensation and health education
- Clinics and Urgent care centers
- Manufacturing and factory new hires, employment training, and ongoing workplace meetings
- K-12 education, college and university settings
- Public information forums, community and regional events
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, enacted in 1992, most organizations are now required by federal law to provide interpreting services as necessary to ensure effective communication with deaf and hard of hearing people. In other words, when interpreting services are necessary, it is the service provider’s (e.g. lawyer’s, doctor’s, hospital’s, state agency’s, educational institution’s, court’s) responsibility to secure and pay for these services.
Sign Language Network of KY (SLNKY) is happy to assist you with finding a qualified interpreter that best fits your specific need. All of our interpreters are licensed by the State of KY, under the governance of the Kentucky Board of Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. All interpreters are members of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, and adhere to the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
Sign Language Network of KY also offers spoken language interpreting and document translation.
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Bluegrass Interpreting and Translation (BIT) is the spoken language interpreting division of Sign Language Network of KY (SLNKY). With over 12 languages available and more added regularly, BIT is your one-stop-shop for professional interpreting needs!
What makes BIT the best choice for on site spoken language interpreting needs?
- All interpreters are trained and qualified
- Scheduling available via phone, online or email
- Every interpreter is thoroughly vetted with a criminal background check, drug screen and vaccines
- Language assessments by a certified third party