Making information accessible
Below are some practical ways to make information accessible to people who are deafblind:
- Check with the individual or their support person what format they would like the information to be presented in
- If a person uses Braille, information can be transcribed and produced by using a Braille embosser connected to a computer
- If a person can read large print, the font size in a document can easily be increased
- Telephone typewriter (TTY) devices communicate directly with each other similar to a conventional telephone
- Information can be recorded onto a cassette or video tape
- There are interpreter and note taking services
- The Internet and mobile phone SMS (short messaging service) are used
- Services can assist by providing clear signs at the front of the organisation, around and in lifts, toilets and reception areas
Making information accessible
