Just because we have hearing loss shouldn’t mean that we miss out on this holiday season. With a little foresight and planning, we can have as much fun as any other partygoer.
These are my top holiday party tips for people with hearing loss so they can fully enjoy the holiday season!
1) Carry batteries with you
Top at the list of holiday party tips for people with hearing loss is that old favourite – batteries. They have the ability to ruin the best-laid plans.
It doesn’t matter where you go or what you do. Without working batteries, hearing aids are useless. Get into the habit of always carrying spare batteries with you in your wallet, purse, and even in the car. Trust me, you’ll be very glad you did.
If you have rechargeable hearing aids, be sure to give them a long charge before going to your party.
2) Get the details ahead of time
If you are faced with social occasions where the majority of people will be hearing, be prepared. Make sure you know what’s happening and where, because there is nothing worse than turning up at a place only to find that it’s totally unsuitable for your particular needs.
It pays to know the lay of the land. What will the lighting be like? Parties, especially holiday ones, can have darker rooms with twinkling lights. This will often make it difficult to read lips and look at facial expressions. Music is also often turned up just a little bit louder at this time of year.
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