Communication Tactics - signia Contrast HP+ Information Booklet

Communications tactics
Here are some tactics your family and friends can use to help you
hear more easily. It may be helpful to introduce them to your
family and friends.
Speak clearly and use normal
lip movements, natural facial
expressions and gestures
"Don't cover
your mouth"
"Get my
attention"
Before you start to speak
to me, make sure you
are in the same room as
me and you have my
full attention.
"Face me"
Always turn and face me
when you talk. It helps
me pick up any visual
clues you might give me.
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Use plain language
and don't waffle.
"Get to
the point"
Keep your voice at a normal
level. Shouting can distort
speech making it more
difficult to understand.
"Don't shout"
"Find a suitable
place to talk"
It is easier to hear when there
is good lighting and not too
many noises and distractions.
"Don't speak
too fast"
If I don't understand what you
are saying, try and say it in a
different way and slow. down.
If you are experiencing
difficulties communicating
with a particular person or
in a specific situation, the
best thing to do is explain
these tactics to them as it's
likely they are not aware.
Once they understand this
they can help make the
situation easier for you.
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