An introduction to deaf awareness and good communication

Tina Wales & Helen Whitehurst, Creative Communication Consultants

Transcript

1. DEAF AWARENESS – THE FIVE GOLDEN RULES 1. DON’T SHOUT Shouting can cause hearing aid users discomfort and distorts speech. 2. SPEAK CLEARLY Speak steadily. Use different words, as some are more difficult to lipread. 3. FACE THE LIGHT Don’t speak in front of bright lights. Stand in good light with your face clear. 4. BE PATIENT Try writing things down. Remain calm and don’t get embarrassed or flustered. 5. INCLUDE THE DEAF PERSON Inform the Deaf person of what is going on around them with clear speech.