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Hearing Loss Association of America

  • 2025: New Year, New President, New Congress, New HLAA Advocacy Efforts

    Learn about HLAA's federal advocacy priorities for 2025 and beyond in the midst of many changes in Washington, and how you can take action with our new tool. The post 2025: New Year, New President, New Congress, New HLAA Advocacy Efforts first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.

  • Southern California Fires Bring Personal Loss, Highlight Disaster Preparedness for People with Hearing Loss

    A look at how the LA wildfires and other disasters impact people with hearing loss, how the HLAA community is responding, plus resources and emergency tips The post Southern California Fires Bring Personal Loss, Highlight Disaster Preparedness for People with Hearing Loss first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.

  • A Vietnam Veteran’s Hearing Health Journey

    Melvin Allen, a Vietnam veteran, suffered hearing loss due to loud noise exposure during his service. In 2008, he sought treatment, eventually receiving cochlear implants in 2020 and 2021, which transformed his life. Now, he advises other veterans to address hearing issues promptly, stressing the importance of staying connected through proper treatment. The post A Vietnam Veteran’s Hearing Health Journey first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.

  • After 50 Years, 100% of Phones Will Soon be Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC)

    A new FCC order 50 years in the making requires all cellphones sold in the United States to be hearing aid compatible (HAC). The post After 50 Years, 100% of Phones Will Soon be Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC) first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.

  • More Accessible Captions are On the Way!

    A new rule adopted on July 18 by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires television and video captioning display settings to be easier to access within two years. The post More Accessible Captions are On the Way! first appeared on Hearing Loss Association of America.

Hearing Loss Association of America-California State Association

  • Accessibility in Public Spaces

    Public spaces are purposefully designed around bringing people together – a café, a lounge, or a local theater. For those with hearing loss, however, these spaces can be difficult to The post Accessibility in Public Spaces first appeared on HLAA California.

  • Advocacy Alert – Public Hearing to Increase Hearing Aid Access for Children

    The Department of Managed Health Care will hold a public meeting to share the Essential Health Benefit (EHB) analysis and cost estimates. There will be an opportunity for public comment The post Advocacy Alert – Public Hearing to Increase Hearing Aid Access for Children first appeared on HLAA California.

  • Recognizing Hearing Loss as we age

    Hearing loss is very common as we age. Don’t be defensive, be proactive. You don’t have to be an old fuddy-duddy! The post Recognizing Hearing Loss as we age first appeared on HLAA California.

  • How turning my voice off created accessibility

    Written by HLAA Board Member – Janna Rovniak – you can follow along with her hearing journey at www.hardofhearingmama.com Have you ever considered navigating a store or the airport without The post How turning my voice off created accessibility first appeared on HLAA California.

  • A Night of Hearing Conservation with the Sacramento Kings

    We may be biased considering Sacramento is our hometown and that we have been fierce Kings fans our whole lives, but the Sacramento Kings have one of the most passionate The post A Night of Hearing Conservation with the Sacramento Kings first appeared on HLAA California.

Living with Hearing Loss

Shari Eberts is a hearing health advocate, internationally recognized author, and speaker on hearing loss issues. Here are a few videos of Shari as a guest speaker at our chapter meeting.

  • Making a Fresh Start with Your Hearing Loss

    Sometimes, all it takes is a little inspiration to move forward on your hearing loss journey. My children motivated me to take an important step toward acceptance and self-advocacy. For others, it could be a simple change of the calendar that drives them forward. Or maybe even the start of spring. Spring is a chance Continue reading The post Making a Fresh Start with Your Hearing Loss appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.

  • Expressive Captions Are Having a Moment

    Captions are an essential communication tool. They help us understand what words people are saying, environmental sounds like a door slamming, or if there is music playing. But captions could do more to express the emotional context behind what is being said. Launched on Android phones in December, Google’s Expressive Captions aims to do just Continue reading The post Expressive Captions Are Having a Moment appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.

  • Empower Yourself: Changing Mindsets about Hearing Loss

    The World Health Organization (WHO) named March 3rd World Hearing Day, aiming to raise awareness about hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care globally. This year’s theme is “Changing Mindsets: empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all.” It is a powerful theme because it puts the person with hearing loss Continue reading The post Empower Yourself: Changing Mindsets about Hearing Loss appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.

  • Managing Tinnitus: There ARE Options

    While there is no cure for tinnitus, don’t tell patients there is nothing they can do. Many options exist to help ease the burden. A Case Study: Are You Helping Your Clients Manage Tinnitus? Mary has hearing loss, and also tinnitus. Sometimes it sounds like a screech. Other times, it’s more of a buzz. She Continue reading The post Managing Tinnitus: There ARE Options appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.

  • Making One Retreat Center an Oasis of Accessibility

    Imagine arriving at a yoga and wellness retreat center where every class, session, and facility is designed to welcome everyone, including those with hearing loss. Instead of worrying about what you might miss, you can fully immerse yourself in relaxation, rejuvenation, and connection. This is the power of accessibility—it ensures every participant leaves feeling inspired Continue reading The post Making One Retreat Center an Oasis of Accessibility appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss.

Visit Shari’s hearing loss blog, Living with Hearing Loss  

Healthy Hearing

A daily dose of original articles, news and interviews to keep you current about hearing health and hearing aids

Visit Healthy Hearing on the web. 

Dr. Cliff, AuD Videos

Dr. Olson is widely considered to be the most recognized Audiologist in the World thanks to the hundreds of informational videos on hearing loss & hearing treatment on his YouTube channel – link below video list.

For more video content, visit Dr. Cliff’s YouTube channel.

Hearing Tracker Videos

HearingTracker is considered to be a leading hearing aid shopping resource. Visit their website at HearingTracker.com

For more video content, visit HearingTracker’s YouTube channel.

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