01/03/2026
When we care for patients who are deaf or hard of hearing, we’re also caring for the people around them — spouses, parents, children, and friends. Communication challenges can be difficult on both sides. Loved ones may not fully understand what living with hearing loss is like, and individuals with hearing loss may not realize how hard their family members are working to communicate.
Below are a few helpful reminders from Healthy Hearing to support positive communication with your loved ones.