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Old 04-06-2008, 09:42 PM   #1 (permalink)
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What is a polite way to get a deaf/hoh person's attention?

What is a polite way to get a deaf/hoh person's attention? Especially if you are in a crowded room? Obviously I wouldn't be throwing anything at them or stomping on the ground (especially in a public place). Is it polite to get somewhere in their line of vision and just wave your hand? or put your hand on their shoulder? what is ok?
I ask because there are a few deaf people at my church who I know and have spoken to before but there weren't many people around or between us. At church I am always afraid of offending them accidentally.

Maybe I'm just too worried about it haha!
in advance for answers!
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