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Disability Etiquette

ETIQUETTE HANDOUTS Words with Dignity People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing People with Intellectual Disabilities People with Mental Illness People with Mobility Impairments People with Speech Impairments People… 

Videos

DAT Productions: Dispelling the Myths about Cerebral Palsy How to Properly Escort an Individual Who is Blind Other Videos: Disability Sensitivity Training Video (DC Office of Disability Rights) Federal IP… 

American Sign Language

General Communication Techniques It is important to get the person’s attention before speaking. Since deaf people cannot hear usual calls for attention, they may need a tap on the shoulder…