Tips to improve communication with someone who has a hearing problem:
 
 

  • Face the person and talk clearly without shouting.
  • Speak at a reasonable speed; do not hide your mouth, eat or chew gum.
  • Stand in good lighting and reduce background noises.
  • Repeat yourself if necessary, using different words.   
  • Be sure to get the person’s attention before you start speaking.  Never talk from another room. 

 




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