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Always ask before you help get permission to touch or move their equipment and always leave it within reach. Make eye contact at the same level, especially if the conversation will be a longer one. Try to think ahead and remove any items that may be blocking the way for interacting with someone with vision loss. You can't assume that the person can't see you. Very few people are 100% blind. Identify yourself. And if you're dealing with information on paper, ask if they would like you to read the information aloud. If you're providing directions, provide precise and descriptive directions. If the conversation is over, let them know that you're leaving them and guide them to a comfortable, safe, and dignified location for interacting with someone with hearing loss. It's important to face the person and maintain eye contact, as they will be able to see your lips move. If background noise is a concern, move to a quieter area. If having a verbal conversation is difficult, ask if using pen and paper would be better. At the end, confirm the conversation by summarizing. For interacting with someone with speech, learning, or developmental disabilities, it's important to be patient and allow extra time. Try to use as much plain language as possible and rephrase or explain information in more than one way. Again, confirm the conversation by summarizing or repeating what was said. For interacting with someone with mental health issues, it's important to give them the same respect and consideration that you would for anyone else. Listen carefully to work with the person to meet their immediate needs and the specific task at hand. Be respectful of their personal space and limit distractions. Sometimes an overstimulating environment is what can make the interaction difficult. Be confident, calm, and reassuring. And don't be afraid to set limits without being confrontational. For example, you could tell them to keep their voice down so that you can continue with the conversation.