Hearing-loss & sensory guide

Hearing loss

• Sit with your back to the wall so the room's noise comes from behind you and you can see faces to lip-read.
• Choose good lighting. Dim rooms make lip-reading hard.
• Small groups at round tables make conversation easier.
• Soft surfaces such as carpet, curtains and booths absorb sound. Hard, open rooms echo.

Sensory sensitivities

• Booking a reservation means less waiting in a crowded entry.
• Ask about TVs, music, open kitchens and celebration singing.
• Plan a quiet exit route, such as a seat near the door or outdoors.

This is general guidance, not medical advice.