Road tripping? Keep these spots in mind. The landmark Americans with Disabilities Act improved equity and access to employment, public accommodations, services, and so much more for people living with diverse challenges, including hearing loss. Some businesses, however, go above...
I Don’t Want to Hear It: Three Steps to A Comfortable Dialogue About Hearing Loss
How to Discuss Hearing Loss with A Loved One It could be core memories of Grandpa’s loudly beeping 1960s hearing aids. It could be the cost. There are many reasons why your loved one just doesn’t want to hear it....
8 Back-to-School Communication Tips
Make Hitting the Books Even Easier with These Helpful Tricks It’s practically back-to-school time! Whether the students in your life are returning to class in person or online, keep these helpful tips in mind. Maximize lipreading. Hearing and lipreading work...
Keeping the Peace: 5 Holiday Communication Tips
Preventing arguments and heated discussions around the dinner table isn’t impossible Though some of us may not want to admit it, family gatherings during the holidays are sometimes stressful. With people of different ages coming together, generations can collide, leading...
This Mask Supports Effective Communication
Which Mask Can Help You Be Heard? You probably chose your go-to masks based on safety and comfort. However, communicating while wearing a mask can be tricky — so how do you know which type of mask is best for...
Boost Your Communication With These 6 Apps
Want to feel even more connected to the world around you through the power of sound? There’s an app for that! Actually, we’ve compiled a list of six apps that can help support your communication wellness. 1. Live Transcribe This...
From Grilling to Graduation: Tips for Hearing Well With Friends and Family
You watch the road while listening to music in the car. You listen to your cousin’s crazy stories while playing board games with nieces and nephews. You’re a pro at listening while your eyes are focused on something else, right?...
Holiday Hearing Activities for the Whole Family
This time of year is about giving thanks, celebrating, and making memories. Create new traditions with these easy, fun, and festive activities focused on the different ways we communicate. Give Thanks: Coloring-Book Tablecloth From thoughtful gifts to kind gestures to...
Simple Tips for Communicating Through Hearing Loss
Hearing loss doesn’t have to ruin relationships. Here are a few things to keep in mind to keep those crucial lines of communication open. Often the greatest toll hearing loss takes is on the relationships we share with our loved...