"I hope that through my example, such as my role on 'The West Wing,' I can help change attitudes on deafness and prove we can really do everything... except hear."
Marlee Matlin - Actress
Communicating with someone who is deaf doesn't have to be difficult. But you do need to be patient and take the time to make sure you are communicating properly. These are some of the simple things you can do to make communication straightforward for both of you.