Most of you probably notice I carry a clipboard loaded with paper and a couple of pens. It's to help me communicate with you more easily. Most important of all to remember this: When everyone talks at once, a Deaf person may tend to become 'left out' because he or she may not follow conversation. Here's a hint, be patient with a Deaf person and let him or her know what is going on via paper and pen or use gestures.
Imagine yourselves as a hearing person attending a party where everybody are deaf and using sign language. How would you feel when you don't know any sign language and wished you could have known what they were talking about? Those are important things to consider if you were in their shoes.
Another suggestion is to have name tags at every party. Most Deaf people can read anything. Since we can't hear the introductions so we depend on anything visual such as body language or messages. Having name tags will help us know people better. (For example, name to connect one's face)
It's very important to be patient with people who are deaf. Since we tend to miss things out during a party. It would be nice to include one of us in conversation or let him/her what is going on. If a hearing person who knows sign language, that is great. It would make communication a lot easier. But, it would not be fair to 'depend' on this person to do all interpreting. I would want that person to enjoy the party as much as you do.
Treat us with respect as well. We are human beings as much as you are. The only difference about us is that we can't hear. If you showed us respect, we will respect you as well. It's always nice to be treated equally as everyone else.
The best of all is to enjoy one's company whether it's one on one or in a group. Granted, it is easy to forget that we are deaf and may not mean to leave him/her out in a conversation. If one of you tried to get his/her attention by using voice, don't assume he/she is ignoring you or being a snob. Just be patient and wave your hand to get his/her attention or tap softly on his/her shoulders.
Hope this helps y'all out a lot for future parties. You may see me going around in the room with paper and pen. Don't hestitate to see me and talk the night away! Party on!!!!