For Your Family And Friends - Starkey ITE Operation Manual

For Your Family and Friends

Your family and friends are also affected by your
hearing loss . Request that they:
• Get your full attention before beginning
to speak
• Look at you or sit face-to-face in a quiet room
• Speak clearly and at a normal rate and level;
shouting can actually make understanding
more difficult
• Rephrase rather than repeat the same words;
different words may be easier to understand
• Minimize distractions while speaking
Tips for Better Communication
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