Assessing Language Interpretation Capacity among NH Health Care Providers

Access Project/Third Sector New England

Boston, MA


To assess the language service needs in New Hampshire of limited English proficient pateints in the medical setting, existing capacity and quality of interpretation services provided to these patients, the gap between need and capacity, and potential steps to reduce or eliminate this gap. The report will recommend future actions to evaluate and improve these services to meet present and projected needs. It will be disseminated to a wide range of stakeholders.

Details

Amount Awarded: $62,967.00
Award Date: September 23, 2003
Time Frame: October 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004