Categories: Advocacy News, Consumer, FCC, Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC), News, Telecoil (T-coil), Telecommunications

HLAA Supports Stronger Consumer Education Regarding HAC Phones

Hearing Loss Association of America alongside Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the National Association of the Deaf, and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing-RERC at Gallaudet filed...Hearing Loss Association of America alongside Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the National Association of the Deaf, and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing-RERC at Gallaudet filed Comments with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in response to their Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC) wireless phones. The Commission has … Read More >

Categories: Access Board, ADA, Advocacy News, Loop, News, Rail, Trains

U.S. Access Board Extends Comment Period for Update of Rail Vehicle Guidelines

The U.S. Access Board has extended the deadline for comments on its update of accessibility guidelines for rail cars to allow the public and interested parties more time to submit...The U.S. Access Board has extended the deadline for comments on its update of accessibility guidelines for rail cars to allow the public and interested parties more time to submit feedback. As indicated in a notice published in today’s Federal Register, an additional 60 days is being added to the comment period. In February, the … Read More >

Categories: Advocacy News, Connected Care, Coronavirus, COVID-19, FCC, News, Telecommunications, Telehealth

FCC Approves Emergency COVID-19 Telehealth and Connected Care Pilot Programs

On March 31, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission adopted a $200 million telehealth program to implement the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to support healthcare providers responding...On March 31, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission adopted a $200 million telehealth program to implement the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to support healthcare providers responding to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Through the COVID-19 Telehealth Program, the FCC will help healthcare providers purchase telecommunications, broadband connectivity, and devices necessary for providing … Read More >

Categories: Blog, Coronavirus, News, Newsroom

HLAA2020 Convention is Cancelled

Dear HLAA Members and Supporters, When the coronavirus hit in early March, we had hopes that we could still hold the HLAA2020 Convention this June. Like you, we were watching...Dear HLAA Members and Supporters, When the coronavirus hit in early March, we had hopes that we could still hold the HLAA2020 Convention this June. Like you, we were watching the news and listening to guidelines from the CDC. It quickly became clear that cancelling this event that we all look forward to was a … Read More >

Categories: Blog, Coronavirus, News, Newsroom

Share Your Story

Share Your Story                           Reach out and inspire others. Share your story about your hearing journey, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now! Spring 2020 People with hearing loss are isolated enough,...Share Your Story                           Reach out and inspire others. Share your story about your hearing journey, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now! Spring 2020 People with hearing loss are isolated enough, now add the isolation that the COVID-19 pandemic is causing. We are social distancing, staying at home, resulting in more isolation. Send us a brief … Read More >

Categories: Advocacy News, Blog, Coronavirus, Emergency, FCC, News, Television

FCC Shares Resources About Accessible Televised Emergency Information

On March 13, 2020, a national emergency was declared concerning the coronavirus outbreak.  The FCC has rules requiring televised emergency information to be accessible.  See the below links for some...On March 13, 2020, a national emergency was declared concerning the coronavirus outbreak.  The FCC has rules requiring televised emergency information to be accessible.  See the below links for some helpful resources about accessible televised emergency information:    Consumer Guide American Sign Language video Detailed Public Notice about the obligation to make televised emergency information … Read More >

Categories: Blog, Coronavirus, Hearing Loss, Isolation, News, Newsroom

Q&A with Dr. Michael Harvey: What Nelson Mandela and Others Teach Us About Coping with the Coronavirus and Isolation

Michael A. Harvey, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist who provides training and guidance on mental health issues and people with hearing loss. View him on the HLAA captioned webinar that...Michael A. Harvey, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist who provides training and guidance on mental health issues and people with hearing loss. View him on the HLAA captioned webinar that aired on March 24, 2020.  Dr. Harvey is also a regular contributor to Hearing Life, HLAA’s bimonthly magazine. Join HLAA to receive the magazine. Also, … Read More >

Categories: Blog, News, Newsroom

Meeting Platforms and Automatic Speech Recognition Options for State and Chapter Leaders

Dear State and Chapter Leaders, I appreciate and applaud the recent hard decisions that were made by state and chapter leaders to halt their face to face meetings to ensure...Dear State and Chapter Leaders, I appreciate and applaud the recent hard decisions that were made by state and chapter leaders to halt their face to face meetings to ensure the safety and well-being of all members involved with the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic. I’m amazed at how leaders are true examples of self-help, … Read More >

Categories: Blog, Coronavirus, News, Newsroom

Coronavirus and HLAA Events

Dear HLAA Community, I want to let you know we are thinking of you and doing everything we can to serve you in this challenging time. As you are, we...Dear HLAA Community, I want to let you know we are thinking of you and doing everything we can to serve you in this challenging time. As you are, we here at HLAA are concerned about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and find ourselves having to make some changes to our events and activities. Please know that … Read More >

Categories: American Girl Doll Josh Kendrick, News, Newsroom, Walk4Hearing

Looking for fun activities for the kids to do while stuck inside?

Have kids enter the Walk with Joss Kids Contest for a chance to win American Girl’s Doll of the Year, Joss Kendrick. Joss is a competitive athlete born with hearing...Have kids enter the Walk with Joss Kids Contest for a chance to win American Girl’s Doll of the Year, Joss Kendrick. Joss is a competitive athlete born with hearing loss who doesn’t let anything get in her way! Kids, learn about Joss’s inspiring story and tell us in a drawing or statement why you … Read More >