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Communication Tips & Strategies

Get practical guidance for better communication at home with your loved one who has hearing loss.

  • Daily conversation strategies
  • Environmental modifications
  • Cultural considerations included
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Understanding Hearing Health

Learn about hearing loss, treatment options, and how to support your loved one's hearing health journey.

  • Types of hearing loss explained
  • Treatment options overview
  • What to expect during care
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Family Resources by Topic

Children & School Support

Supporting children with hearing loss from early intervention through school advocacy and social development.

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Aging Parents & Safety

How adult children can help aging parents with hearing health, safety concerns, and maintaining independence.

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Emotional Support & Mental Health

Understanding the emotional impact of hearing loss on families and finding support for everyone's mental health.

Find Emotional Support
Technology & Assistive Devices

Learn about hearing aids, assistive listening devices, and home safety systems that can help your family.

Explore Technology Options

Quick Communication Tips

Simple strategies every family member can use to improve communication at home.

Get Their Attention
Make sure they're looking at you before you start speaking. A gentle touch on the shoulder works well.
Face the Light
Position yourself so light falls on your face, not behind you. This helps with speechreading.
Speak Clearly
Speak at a normal pace with clear pronunciation. Don't shout, but do speak loud enough.
Rephrase, Don't Repeat
If they didn't understand, try saying it a different way instead of just repeating the same words.
Reduce Background Noise
Turn off TV, music, or other noise sources when having important conversations.
Be Patient
Give them time to process what you've said. Don't rush or finish their sentences.

"Best clinical experience I have ever had. The UCSF team understood that my father's hearing loss was affecting our whole family, not just him. They provided resources in our language and helped us navigate the cultural aspects of getting hearing aids."

Maria S., Family Caregiver
UCSF EARS patient family member

Ready to Take Action?

When Your Family Member Needs Urgent Care

If your loved one reports sudden hearing loss, severe ear pain, or dizziness with hearing changes, this may be a medical emergency. As their support person, you can help them get immediate care.

Call UCSF: (415) 353-2101

Why Choose UCSF?

We understand that hearing loss affects the whole family. Our team provides culturally sensitive, family-centered care with resources in multiple languages.

Contact our clinic:
(415) 353-2101