Halloween is fun for many children. Wearing costumes, collecting candy and spooking others is always a great time. Halloween for hearing impaired children, however, can be difficult or even dangerous. Here are some quick, easy ways to make Halloween fun and safe for your children and grandchildren so that they can enjoy everything Halloween has to offer!
• Avoid masks. Wearing a mask can dislodge or block hearing aids.
• Using reflective tape or flashing items are a great way to have children stand out during the darker hours of trick-or-treating.
• Instill the importance of always using crosswalks to get across streets.