A person with a hearing impairment must either look at the guide to get the description, or look at the art. Speak clearly , but do not yell, exaggerate, or over-pronounce. Look directly at the deaf person when speaking. Do not place anything in your mouth when speaking. Maintain eye contact with the deaf person.
Eye contact conveys the feeling of direct communication.
Even if an interpreter is present, continue to speak directly to the deaf person. Avoid standing in front of a light source such as a window or bright light. Be courteous to the deaf person during conversation. If the telephone rings or someone knocks at the door, excuse yourself and tell the deaf person that you are answering the phone or responding to the knock. Write down dates, times, and places of events, activities, and other important information .