Categories: News, Newsroom

How Much Information Is Too Much? We Want Your Feedback!

People who are newly diagnosed with hearing loss can find vast amounts of information to help them understand it better. But is that really a good thing? When you want...People who are newly diagnosed with hearing loss can find vast amounts of information to help them understand it better. But is that really a good thing? When you want to learn all you can about hearing loss—or any other condition for that matter—an overwhelming amount of information can leave you almost as lost as … Read More >

Categories: HAT, News, Newsroom

Do You Have Questions About Hearing Assistive Technology?

Use of hearing assistive technology (HAT) is one important way for consumers to address their hearing loss. However, there is a substantial lack of understanding about available technological solutions. HAT...Use of hearing assistive technology (HAT) is one important way for consumers to address their hearing loss. However, there is a substantial lack of understanding about available technological solutions. HAT includes assistive listening systems (such as FM, hearing loop systems, and infrared), telecommunications products and services (such as captioned telephones and relay services) and alerting … Read More >

Categories: News, Newsroom, Walk4Hearing

HLAA Kicks Off the 2018 Walk4Hearing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Barbara Kelley Executive Director bkelley@hearingloss.org 301.657.2248 HLAA Kicks Off the 2018 Walk4Hearing BETHESDA, MD: The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is thrilled to announce the...FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Barbara Kelley Executive Director bkelley@hearingloss.org 301.657.2248 HLAA Kicks Off the 2018 Walk4Hearing BETHESDA, MD: The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2018 Walk4Hearing program. With events scheduled in 18 cities across the country, the Walk4Hearing raises awareness of hearing loss and provides strategies … Read More >

Categories: Convention, News, Newsroom

CTA President and CEO Gary Shapiro to Deliver Keynote Address at HLAA2018 Convention

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 9, 2018 CONTACT: Nancy Macklin Director of External Affairs and Events nmacklin@hearingloss.org Gary Shapiro, President and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), to Deliver Keynote...FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 9, 2018 CONTACT: Nancy Macklin Director of External Affairs and Events nmacklin@hearingloss.org Gary Shapiro, President and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), to Deliver Keynote Address at the Hearing Loss Association of America Annual Convention HLAA2018 Convention: Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, June 21-June 24, 2018   BETHESDA, MD – The Hearing Loss … Read More >

Categories: News, Newsroom

Harris Communications Supports HLAA N-CHATT Program with Hearing Assistive Technology Kits

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota – January 2018 – The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Network of Consumer Hearing Assistive Technology Trainers (N-CHATT)  received a generous donation from Harris Communications and several leading assistive...EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota – January 2018 – The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Network of Consumer Hearing Assistive Technology Trainers (N-CHATT)  received a generous donation from Harris Communications and several leading assistive technology manufacturers. Each N-CHATT trainer will receive a kit that includes a ClearSounds CLA7v2 Amplified Power Neckloop accessory for cellphones, ClearSounds Quattro 4.0 LITE adaptive Bluetooth neckloop system, Geemarc CL7350 amplified … Read More >

Categories: News, Newsroom

KDH Research & Communication Collaborates with HLAA to Develop a Website for Older Adults with Cochlear Implants

KDH Research & Communication (KDHRC), in collaboration with HLAA, is developing a website for older adults (aged 60+) with cochlear implants and their friends and family members. KDHRC is now...KDH Research & Communication (KDHRC), in collaboration with HLAA, is developing a website for older adults (aged 60+) with cochlear implants and their friends and family members. KDHRC is now recruiting older adults with at least one cochlear implant and family members or close friends to participate in a research study. Participants will review either … Read More >

Categories: News, Newsroom

Dear Abby Recommends HLAA!

DEAR ABBY: I am a 32-year-old late-deafened adult. I have been deaf in my right ear my whole life, but lost my hearing in my left ear after a tumor...DEAR ABBY: I am a 32-year-old late-deafened adult. I have been deaf in my right ear my whole life, but lost my hearing in my left ear after a tumor was removed when I was 27. I guess they are right when they say we are never fully prepared to lose things we have taken … Read More >