What does end of support/retirement mean? When an older version of a sound processor reaches end of support (sometimes referred to as retirement), Cochlear will no longer sell parts and accessories for that sound processor and we will no longer be able to repair them. Cochlear will continue to honor ALL warranties that run past … Continued
Roxi’s experience trying to keep her son’s devices on Roxi, the Mom of 6-year-old Christian, struggled to keep her son connected with hearing aids, even before he had a cochlear implant and a sound processor. “As a baby, Christian would get crafty and pull off the hearing aid, trying to chew it, and so we … Continued
What has upgrading meant for Cochlear recipients? For cochlear implant recipients like Jack and Solidea, who have upgraded their devices several times across their lifetimes, the difference a new sound processor makes can be life changing. “Every time Cochlear updates a sound processor, the experience is dramatically enhanced,” says Jack. “Each advancement in the … Continued
1. Use the Wireless Mini Microphone 2+. Almost all of the audiologists we surveyed recommended the Cochlear™ Wireless Mini Microphone 2+, an accessory designed to help you hear in challenging environments with lots of background noise. It’s a small microphone that can be clipped to clothing or set on a table near the speaker – … Continued
Where are you located? Denver, CO (US) Where did you grow up? Born and raised in Iowa. Laid a patch for Colorado pretty much the day after college graduation. How long have you had a hearing loss, and do you know what caused it? I was diagnosed with high-pitch loss in the first grade. That … Continued
Highlight how your child lost their hearing and the journey to their implant. My son Mickey may have been born deaf or lost his hearing as a result of several severe ear infections. His dad and I adopted him at 18 months old with very little medical history. We quickly discovered that he was deaf … Continued
Are you thinking about upgrading your sound processor for next-generation technology? Congratulations! Over 650,000 people around the world have chosen Cochlear for their hearing implant due to our commitment to ongoing innovation. Our research and development team works hard to bring our implant recipients the best in the latest technology – everything from better … Continued
Where are you located? I’m based in Arizona. Where did you grow up? Small border town in Southern CA. I’ve lived in Sacramento CA, St. Louis MO, Lebanon NH, and Philadelphia PA. How long have you had a hearing loss and do you know what caused it? Since 3.5 years old – progressive hearing loss; genetic … Continued
1. Practice listening exercises before the holidays get here. As you prepare to interact with others, it’s a good idea to spend time actively engaging in exercises helping your auditory neural pathway thrive.. Focusing attention through active participation in hearing rehabilitation exercises can aid in the boost of confidence you are looking for as you … Continued
Where are you located? I live in a beautiful little village called Shoal Bay, in Port Stephens, New South Wales, Australia. Where did you grow up? I grew up in a small town on the edge of the Australian outback called Dubbo, which means “Red Earth” in the local Aboriginal language. How long have you … Continued
Being able to identify sounds around you, even when there is background noise, is an important part of navigating daily life in your home and out in the world. Yet for many with hearing loss, it can be challenging to sort through the background noise and focus in on what’s important. This is why we’ve … Continued
1. If a child is mainstreamed in their neighborhood school, what are the steps to making sure the new teacher knows what to expect? Consider having a training in-service meeting to provide information to the teacher before the school year begins. This meeting not only helps new teachers know what to expect but is also … Continued
Hearing rehabilitation for adults is typically introduced at a point in your hearing journey when new technology is acquired. If you recently were fit with new hearing aids or assistive listening technology or if you recently had surgery for a hearing implant, it is likely that you had a conversation about the benefits of hearing … Continued