We’ve all heard of a “smart home” that allows you to access your house’s technology remotely. But have you heard of a “smart communication home”?
In the final episode of Deafinitely Talking podcast season two, Dr. Anne McIntosh, CEO of Safe’N’Clear, Inc., and I discuss creating communication-friendly homes for those with hearing loss and deafness.
Anne emphasizes the importance of visual cues, such as glass doors with multiple locks, French doors, and mirrors, to enhance safety and communication. She also highlights the use of technology like captions on TVs and phone flashes, as well as inclusive communication strategies like using sign language.
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This podcast is Season Two, Episode Nine of Deafinitely Talking with Shanna Groves and is dated 07.24.2026. Copyright (c) Shanna Groves.
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On a teal blue banner are the words “Deafinitely Talking with Shanna Groves. Guest: Dr. Anne McIntosh, President and CEO, Safe’N’Clear. Season 2, Episode 9.” A photo of Shanna is in the upper-left corner; she wears a royal blue shirt and signs “I love you”. In the lower-right corner is a black-and-white photo of Anne.
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