- Hearing and Speech Impairment - Tips
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Determine how you will communicate if you do not have your communication devices
- Prepare an emergency health card and keep in emergency kits or wallets
Make sure your emergency health information card explains the best method to communicate with you
Obtain an alternative power source (power converter, batteries) if you use a computer or laptop computer as a means of frequent communication
Make sure friends and neighbours know that you need to be alerted in case of an emergency
- Let your close network know the sign language you use
- Let your circle know you cannot hear alarms or sirens
- Use blinking lights instead of sound-based alarm systems