How To Make the Most of Virtual Meetings When You Have Hearing Loss
Working from home has become the new normal for many over the last two years, whether full-time or as part of a hybrid schedule. While many enjoy the benefits of working remotely, virtual meetings can pose some unique challenges to people with hearing loss. Making Virtual Meetings Easier if You Have Hearing Loss If you…
What Are the Signs of Age-related Hearing Loss?
Age-related hearing loss, known as presbycusis, is a very common condition. Research shows that one in three adults over the age of 65 has hearing loss. If you’ve been concerned about your hearing or are worried that a loved one is struggling, it can be helpful to learn about the early signs of age-related hearing…
Bob Larson Testimonial
My 83-year-old ears have seen — and heard — a good deal of the world…from factory noise, too much loud jazz to overseas, close-at-hand gun fire. So, hearing aids became part of my anatomy five years ago. I just regret I didn’t meet Dr. Ellen Baker earlier. I say that because the hearing aids I…
How To Travel with Hearing Loss
Many Californians are planning on traveling again this summer. If you’re one of them and also have hearing loss, learn what steps you can take to make traveling easier. Seven Ways to Make Traveling Easier with Hearing Loss Bring your equipment. Don’t forget to bring your hearing aids and pack plenty of batteries or your…
How to Help Your Child Keep Their Hearing Aids On
When your child first gets hearing aids, it may be a bit of a struggle to get them to wear their device consistently. Thankfully, there are several tips you can try to make the process easier on both of you! Start Slowly and Reward Often It’s OK to start slowly when your child first gets…
How to Feel Confident When Wearing Hearing Aids
Hearing aids provide numerous benefits to those with hearing loss. However, like with any new device, there can be some growing pains. Let’s examine some of the issues new users face, as well as what you can do to get the most from your hearing aids. Make Sure Hearing Aids Fit Properly It’s crucial for…
6 Active Listening Techniques for People with Hearing Loss
After going on a run on Hillcrest Open Space Preserve, you probably feel exhausted. People with hearing loss also experience this feeling after carrying on a long conversation since they have to strain to follow along. Experts refer to this phenomenon as listening fatigue. To combat listening fatigue, try these six active listening techniques. 1….
How Does Bluetooth Work with Hearing Aids?
Hearing aid technology is constantly evolving and improving. Modern devices are far more sophisticated now than most people probably realize. One such improvement is the ability to connect hearing aids to your smartphone and other devices through Bluetooth™ technology. Bluetooth makes it simple to do things like stream music directly into your hearing aids when…
Oh No! You Lost Your Hearing Aid – Now What?
Hearing aids are so tiny, they’re easy to misplace around your house. And now that we’re wearing face masks, it’s even easier to pull the devices out of your ears without noticing. If you’ve lost your hearing aids, don’t panic – follow these steps instead. Use a Hearing Aid Tracker Do you have a newer…
Winter Weather Hearing Aid Care
It’s important to properly care for your hearing aids when it comes to cleaning and storage. This is especially important in the winter months as the weather gets colder and wetter. Below we review tips for winter weather hearing aid care. What to Do To care for your hearing aids during the winter, you should:…