Cross Cultural Interpreting Services

Cross Cultural Interpreting Services (CCIS), a program of Heartland Alliance Health, is a Chicago, Illinois based organization with 7 employees. Founded in 1996, CCIS is dedicated to improving access to services for Limited-English-Proficiency (LEP) clients. CCIS provides a range of interpreting and translation services to meet the diverse needs of their clients. Their interpreting services include on-site, telephone, video, and American Sign Language interpretation. The company also offers document translation services performed by ATA-certified translators, along with localization and desktop publishing (DTP) options. In addition to these services, CCIS provides a 60-hour Medical Interpreter Course. CCIS distinguishes itself by being the first program in Illinois to recruit, assess language skills, and train interpreters specifically for the medical field. Their commitment to providing outstanding interpreting and translation services has earned them a respected reputation throughout Metropolitan Chicago. By partnering with CCIS, clients also support Heartland Alliance, a service-based human rights organization focused on providing healthcare and support to vulnerable populations. For more information about their services, you can visit CCIS website at crossculturalinterpretingservices.org.