Helping those with Hearing Loss
Having a hearing loss can affect quality of life and cause changes in behavior and mood but it’s often the people around someone who is experiencing hearing loss that are left feeling confused and frustrated. Why do they seem to be ignoring you? Why do they no longer want to participate or venture out of their immediate environment? Learn how to detect signs of hearing loss and educate yourself on how you can become an advocate. See our patient resources below.
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s Helping Others With Hearing Loss
- The Better Hearing Institute’s When a Loved One Resists Help for Their Hearing Loss
- National Council on Aging’s Hearing Loss It’s a Family Affair
- AARP’s Study Hearing Loss Linked to Dementia and How Big of a Problem is Hearing Loss?
Tips for Hearing Person to Communicate with Person who has a Hearing Loss
Basic Communication Tips
There are simple things you can do to hear better with or without hearing aids. Communication is a two-way street. Here are tips for the person who hears well, and for the person who has the hearing loss. Download our Basic Communication Tips PDF here
Other Resources & Helpful Hearing Links
Living with hearing loss brings many challenges. Here are helpful links to many hearing resources.
