Tips for Better Communication During the Holidays
The holidays are a special time of year; visiting family, hosting parties, and being surrounded by the ones you love. You don’t want to miss a moment but communicating in loud settings with many people can be challenging, especially for those with hearing loss.
Try following these tips at your next get-together to ensure everyone feels comfortable and included in the conversation this holiday season
Tips for Those with Hearing Loss
- Face the speaker directly. Facial cues can greatly help understanding when there is background noise. Be sure to face the speaker directly in a well-lit area.
- Ask for information to be repeated. If you didn’t hear what was said the first time, don’t be afraid to ask the speaker to repeat themselves.
- Move to a quieter room. Try to find a spot away from music, the TV, or other background noise for conversations.
- Sit at a good spot. When sitting at the dinner table, try to place yourself in a spot where you can see everyone’s faces.
- Wear your hearing aids. If you have hearing aids, wear them! They will make it much easier to hear and understand.
Tips for Family and Friends
- Speak clearly. When speaking, say your words clearly. Don’t mumble or talk too fast as this can make it harder for someone with hearing loss to understand.
- Face who you are speaking to. If you are having a conversation with someone, be sure to face them directly. Those with hearing loss understand better when they can see your face.
- Turn down the volume. If there is a lot of background noise around and you notice someone struggling then turn the volume down on the TV or turn the music down.
- Rephrase what you said. If someone asks you to repeat what you said, try rephrasing it in another way.
Hear Better for the Holidays
You deserve to hear your best. If it’s been a while since you’ve last had your hearing tested or your hearing aids service, contact Hearing Unlimited today! We can check your hearing aids, test your hearing, and help you hear your best this holiday season.
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