Support for family and friends of the hard of hearing

Practical Tips for Social Conversation

• Be supportive and patient
• Speak clearly and a little slower
• Ensure your face is visible and lit so your lips can be seen
• Say your friend / family member’s name to attract their attention (people can usually hear their own name better than other words)

Products to help

Your friend of family member can remain independent and live fully with the help of a few specialist products. For example, they could use:

• Extra loud door bells
• Extra loud alarms
• Hearing loop