Effective techniques for deaf-blind people to communicate with the public
Expressive (deaf-blind person communicates):
gestures
voice / recording [Attention Getter]
notes / cards / brailtalk
Symbols / pictures / map
Public response
(deaf-blind person MUST explain to others how to do it!):
tap the person to alert that they're ready to help (DON'T use tapping as a cue to get off the bus or cross the street!)
write or spell (print on palm
[
see below
for suggestions]
, paper and marker, braille/print; alphabet glove)
speak (if deaf-blind person can hear or see speech)
yes-no signal (shake head, or tap once for "yes" twice for "no", 3 times for "I don't know")
action (point, guide, bring merchandise, etc.)
structured response -- limiting possible responses (to be speedy or understandable)
Suggestions for using Print on Palm ("POP"):
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