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The Hearing Loss of Association of America (HLAA) presents the first of four planned OTC 101 – Ask the Experts Webinars in a series providing information about over-the-counter hearing aids,...The Hearing Loss of Association of America (HLAA) presents the first of four planned OTC 101 – Ask the Experts Webinars in a series providing information about over-the-counter hearing aids, a new class of products available directly to consumers since October 2022. Executive Director Barbara Kelley moderated a panel of experts and audiologists from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) responding to audience questions on November 1, 2023. For... Read More >

Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate. Simply hearing the informational content of words is one thing, but understanding the impact of hearing loss on...Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate. Simply hearing the informational content of words is one thing, but understanding the impact of hearing loss on the brain and body is far wider than most people appreciate. In this webinar, Dr. Ruffin shares both science-based and personal recommendations working in a challenging, fast-paced work environment. Read More >

In this product showcase, you will learn about enabling captions on your existing phone number with the Nagish mobile app. Nagish (which means ‘Accessible’ in Hebrew) makes phone calls more...In this product showcase, you will learn about enabling captions on your existing phone number with the Nagish mobile app. Nagish (which means ‘Accessible’ in Hebrew) makes phone calls more accessible. Nagish is a mobile app available for iOS and Android devices. It looks and feels just like your existing phone. The only difference is that with Nagish, you can choose to read your calls or hear them while seeing... Read More >

HLAA Showcase Webinar: Hamilton CapTel Solutions for Connecting. Hamilton Mobile™ CapTel® for iOS provides clear, accurate, easy-to-read captions for mobile phone calls for people with hearing loss – wherever you...HLAA Showcase Webinar: Hamilton CapTel Solutions for Connecting. Hamilton Mobile™ CapTel® for iOS provides clear, accurate, easy-to-read captions for mobile phone calls for people with hearing loss – wherever you go! In this webinar, you will learn more about this feature-rich app demonstrated on iPhone devices. Features include customizable captions, Custom Caller ID/Call Forwarding, built-in Voicemail, choice of captioning method, simultaneous viewing of captions on a larger screen, seamless syncing... Read More >

Hearing speech in noisy situations is one of the top auditory difficulties for people with hearing loss, even when wearing hearing aids.  This webinar presented by GN ReSound discusses ways...Hearing speech in noisy situations is one of the top auditory difficulties for people with hearing loss, even when wearing hearing aids.  This webinar presented by GN ReSound discusses ways to address this issue. At GN ReSound, we are always thinking of ways to improve hearing in noise, with upgrades to the technology inside the hearing aid and by leveraging the tech we already use in our everyday lives. This... Read More >

This webinar discusses Starkey’s Evolv AI hearing aids and reviews valuable tools like Fall Alerts, Reminders, and the Wellness Score along with the Thrive Care app that effortlessly connects hearing...This webinar discusses Starkey’s Evolv AI hearing aids and reviews valuable tools like Fall Alerts, Reminders, and the Wellness Score along with the Thrive Care app that effortlessly connects hearing aid wearers and caregivers. Read More >

This webinar provides an overview of the key points of the regulation and how this may affect availability and access of both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription hearing aids. In addition,...This webinar provides an overview of the key points of the regulation and how this may affect availability and access of both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription hearing aids. In addition, it provides suggestions on determining your hearing loss, accessing assistance from hearing professionals and key features to consider when purchasing OTC hearing aids. On October 17, 2022, the FDA regulations on over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids went into effect, creating a... Read More >

This webinar by HLAA’s Employment Task Force showed how resource groups foster community and connection, support career development, and further the cause of employees with disabilities or employees with loved...This webinar by HLAA’s Employment Task Force showed how resource groups foster community and connection, support career development, and further the cause of employees with disabilities or employees with loved ones with disabilities. Read More >

The federal government offers people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, opportunities to have a meaningful career in public service. In this webinar, attendees learned about pathways to federal...The federal government offers people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, opportunities to have a meaningful career in public service. In this webinar, attendees learned about pathways to federal service for people with disabilities, strategies for effectively navigating the federal workplace and resources from the Office of Disability Employment Policy. Read More >

This webinar continued a series by HLAA’s Task Force on Employment. The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert and confidential guidance on job accommodations and...This webinar continued a series by HLAA’s Task Force on Employment. The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert and confidential guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues. Serving customers across the United States and around the world for more than 35 years, JAN provides free one-on-one practical guidance and technical assistance on job accommodation solutions, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)... Read More >