Hearing loss can be difficult to navigate. It can promote feelings of isolation and depression and lead to agitation. Individuals experiencing hearing loss may deny that they have a problem at all. Or, the symptoms can come on so slowly that they don’t even notice they’re struggling. Follow these tips to help your loved one […]
Have you ever felt nervous about getting hearing aids? Quality hearing aids can bring so much comfort and joy to the lives of the hearing impaired, but many people have some reservations about getting them. To feel sure about your decision, let’s review a few of the reasons why hearing aids can improve your life. […]
Love swimming, boating, and relaxing by the lake? You might be worried about your hearing aids getting wet. Accidents happen. In the heat of the moment, you might jump into a pool or the lake without removing your hearing aids first. You may also get unlucky and have them fall out into a stream of […]
When it’s time for hearing aids, you want to choose the ones that best fit your lifestyle. There a range of suitable styles to meet both your hearing and cosmetic needs. Different hearing device styles include: completely in the canal, in the canal, in the ear, behind the ear, receiver in canal/the ear, and open […]
You’ve chosen the right set of hearing aids that complements your lifestyle. Now it’s time to pick the accessories that will keep your hearing aids in tip-top shape. Hearing aids are worn every single day, so in order to keep them functioning properly, you need a few extra accessories. Batteries First and foremost, unless you […]
Is it time for a pair of hearing aids? If you are getting fit for hearing aids for the first time, you may be unfamiliar with the process and you might not know what to expect. If it has been awhile since you got a new pair, you may not remember the process. Here’s what […]
Miscommunication is common, even with the best communicators among us. Adding in hearing loss can make communication even more difficult. Thankfully there are hearing aids and cochlear implants to assist individuals with hearing loss, but some individuals still decide to pair their hearing aids with sign language. Having a bilingual communication plan can make you […]
Are you having problems with your hearing aids? You may be wondering if it’s time to get a new pair of hearing aids entirely, or if you can repair them. While it may be tempting to get a new pair and upgrade your technology, you can take your hearing aids into your audiologist for repairs. […]
It might be fall, but it’s not time for you hearing aids to fall out! Okay, that was a bad joke, but hearing aids that won’t stay in your ears is not just an annoying problem, it can be downright panic-inducing. Imagine your hearing aids falling out into the toilet, into a body of water, […]
With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting people worldwide, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recommended that individuals wear face masks in public to prevent the spread of the virus. In some places, mask-wearing has even been mandated on the statewide and citywide level. Wearing a mask can be a bit of an adjustment, especially […]
