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