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301-637-8032.
Thank you! Dr S. Jane Kirksey and Dr. Suzanne
Noonan
Directors and Co-Founders of Hearing HealthCare, Inc.
Communication Tips For The Family
If you suspect the person you are speaking with has a hearing loss, the following tips may enhance communication:
- Sit or stand within three to six feet to maximize audibility
- Remain at eye level to foster visual cues
- Gain the person's attention before speaking
- Use facial expressions and gestures to give clues to the meaning of your message
- Raise your voice but do not shout because loud speech may sound distorted
- Speak slowly and distinctly
- Use short, simple sentences
- Rephrase your words if the person does not appear to understand or responds inappropriately
- Avoid speaking directly into the person's ear because it can distort your message and hide all visual clues