Foundation for the Deaf was established on 27th October, 1952 by Late M.L. Pin Malakul, Misister of Education. Lady La-iad Pibulsongkram was also one of the founders along with M.R. Semsri Kasemsri, and Lt. General Sadab Tirabutra (M.D.). The center is located in northwest of Bangkok at Sethsatian School for the Deaf, 137 Praram 5 Rd., Dusit, Fojndation for the Deaf plays an important role in promoting the needs of Deaf people in Thailand with variety of programs available under the auspices of the Queen of Thailand and donations.

Foundation for the Deaf provides a wide range of direct services to hearing impaired people, advocates their interests and promotes their rights. The trend of our population and the increase in noise pollution have made hearing loss the fastest growing disability in Thailand.

Audiology

• hearing tests / hearing aid evaluations
• counseling and ongoing patient care
• aural rehabilitation

Communication Services

• educational support services
• interpreter services
• sign language program
• interpreter training
• sign language teacher training

Hearing Aid Program

• hearing aids
• counseling
• ear molds
• batteries
• accessories and assistive listening devices
• repairs and loaner aids

Information Services

• Pamphlets, posters, books
• library
• films and videos
• Conferences and workshops
• exhibits

Rehabilitation and Social Services

• job placement
• vocational counseling
• presonal and marital counseling
• special assistance
• life skills counseling
• minimal language skills program
• program development
• vocational rehabilitations services