Hearing Impairment

To communicate with a person with a hearing impairment:

  • To express at all times an interest in facilitating communication
  • Never speaking unless the person is looking.
  • He catches their attention with a discreet sign before speaking.
  • Speak straight ahead and normally, neither too fast nor too slow to facilitate lip reading.
  • Vocalise correctly but without exaggerating, using short sentences.
  • Keep the mouth area clear of obstacles.
  • To be at their level.
  • Remain still while communicating.
  • Find a lit area.
  • Look into the eyes of our conversation partner.
  • Use a normal tone of voice, it is no use shouting.
  • Help yourself with writing and mime.
  • Keep calm.