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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