Finding Hope One Step at a Time

  A Mom’s Experience with her Child’s Hearing Loss Sometimes you don’t want your mother’s intuition to be correct. That was my thought the day I heard the doctor say,...  A Mom’s Experience with her Child’s Hearing Loss Sometimes you don’t want your mother’s intuition to be correct. That was my thought the day I heard the doctor say, “You were right—Olivia has bilateral hearing loss, and it’s permanent. She’ll need to wear hearing aids.” Those words rang in my ears for weeks, even … Read More >

What People with Hearing Loss can Learn from Professional Musicians

I was honored to serve as a panelist for The Joy of Music/Loving Your Ears Research Symposium at the HLAA 2023 Convention in New Orleans. It was clear from all...I was honored to serve as a panelist for The Joy of Music/Loving Your Ears Research Symposium at the HLAA 2023 Convention in New Orleans. It was clear from all the questions the panel received that music listening is an important topic for people with hearing loss. Even though I am a cognitive neuroscientist researching … Read More >

New Hearing Aid Coverage and Class Action Lawsuit in Washington State Could Spark Wider Changes

Law mandating coverage rolls out with Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) help amid anti-discrimination settlement that could guide other states There’s good news for residents of Washington state who...Law mandating coverage rolls out with Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) help amid anti-discrimination settlement that could guide other states There’s good news for residents of Washington state who wear hearing aids—a new law now requires some large group health plans to cover the cost of hearing aids and services. And some Kaiser Foundation … Read More >

Your Hearing Loss Holiday Survival Guide

By Shari Eberts, hearing health advocate and author The holiday season can be a mixed blessing for people with hearing loss. While we are excited to share time with family...By Shari Eberts, hearing health advocate and author The holiday season can be a mixed blessing for people with hearing loss. While we are excited to share time with family and friends, we may also worry that our hearing loss will prevent us from enjoying all the holiday season has to offer. Large celebrations can … Read More >

A Veteran Shares his Experience with HLAA

An active member of HLAA’s Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter (VAAVC) since 2021, Vietnam vet Steven Sterry and his then-new hearing service dog, Zochi, were profiled in Hearing Life magazine’s...An active member of HLAA’s Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter (VAAVC) since 2021, Vietnam vet Steven Sterry and his then-new hearing service dog, Zochi, were profiled in Hearing Life magazine’s Fall 2022 issue. In honor of Veterans Day, we asked him for an update on his many activities supporting veterans, both with and without hearing … Read More >

A Seat at Many Tables

HLAA has a seat at many tables, and now that includes the prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Council of Councils. Executive Director Barbara Kelley takes a look at what...HLAA has a seat at many tables, and now that includes the prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Council of Councils. Executive Director Barbara Kelley takes a look at what her exciting new appointment means, and how this behind-the-scenes work at HLAA is where we are breaking down barriers and bringing hearing health into the … Read More >

National Service Dog Month: Spotlight on Hearing Dogs

If you follow our social media accounts, you’ve probably seen our popular themed posts for #FurbabyFriday, which often highlight hearing dogs. Because we get a lot of questions on those,...If you follow our social media accounts, you’ve probably seen our popular themed posts for #FurbabyFriday, which often highlight hearing dogs. Because we get a lot of questions on those, National Service Dog Month provides the perfect opportunity for a deeper dive on this topic! “My life used to be like the first part of … Read More >

One Giant Leap for Workplace Accessibility

Important note: The webinar will now be held on Thursday, November 16 instead of the originally planned October 19 date. Please update your calendar accordingly and register if you haven’t...Important note: The webinar will now be held on Thursday, November 16 instead of the originally planned October 19 date. Please update your calendar accordingly and register if you haven’t already!   Just in time for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) will present its next quarterly employment … Read More >

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Our Convention

The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is a vital touchpoint for many people with hearing loss, providing not only national support, but face-to-face connections through a nationwide network of...The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is a vital touchpoint for many people with hearing loss, providing not only national support, but face-to-face connections through a nationwide network of chapters and state associations. People often realize after attending a meeting or event, “I am not alone!” This feeling of connection can be life-changing for … Read More >

Lessons from Barbie

All the hype surrounding the new Barbie movie, which grossed $155 million in its opening weekend, has me flashing back to simpler days. Afternoons spent holed up with my besties...All the hype surrounding the new Barbie movie, which grossed $155 million in its opening weekend, has me flashing back to simpler days. Afternoons spent holed up with my besties searching for matching outfits for the lanky, hair-laden dolls, creating make-believe towns and endless searching for tiny shoes. Barbie, Skipper, Ken and dream house filled … Read More >