25 older adults with vision loss participated in a communication screen which included hearing, speech-language, and a self-assessment of communication. 64% failed at least two of the three screenings, suggesting that routine screening might identify older adults with vision loss who need rehabilitation in communication as a complement to visual rehabilitation.
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