| How to make best
use of residual sight and hearing |
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Sign and fingerspell in good lighting.
Carry
on a conversation in a well-lit area if possible.
Make sure the light is
shining on YOU. |
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Use a loop system in a quiet room for people
with some residual hearing.
Don't Shout.
Speak clearly. |
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Always ask the person who has Usher Syndrome
what is the best distance for them for their communication needs. |
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It is important that you wear dark plain clothes
to enable the person who has Usher Syndrome to communicate more easily.
Patterns or bright clothes are not suitable for people who have Usher Syndrome.
Ensure you stand in front of a plain contrasting background. |
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Stay in one place if you want to communicate,
don't move around. |
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Allow person who has Usher Syndrome to decide
the best place for him/her to sit to follow signing, lip-reading or
fingerspelling. |
| Low Furniture,
Steps and Low Obstacles |
|
Be ready to warn the person of low furniture or
obstacles or unexpected steps! |
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Did you know ...?
Deafblind
Scotland has a Training Centre. |
