"Communication Equity for Individuals with Hearing Loss" featuring Donna Pratt, NCDHHS

Communication Equity for Individuals With Hearing Loss at Recovery Stage Donna Platt, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator North Carolina Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (919) 578-1262 | [email protected] KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. If you notice someone may be struggling with hearing loss, ask them if they are. 2. Some people may not reveal their hearing loss or advocate for their communication needs. 3. Ask the person with hearing loss, “What is the best way for us to communicate?” 4. Provide communication access to the best of your ability. 5. People with hearing loss have the equal right to services like anyone without hearing loss.