According to Wikipedia.org, “life hacking” refers to any trick, shortcut, skill or novelty method that increases productivity or efficiency, in any walk of life. Or simply anything that solves an everyday problem in an inspired, ingenious manner. In a world full of important (and often unimportant) sounds, anyone with normal or impaired hearing can stand to benefit from hearing life hacks. Do you think you have hearing loss? Do you struggle to hear in ...
May is Better Hearing Month, and this year, we are all about hearing protection. Losing your hearing isn’t the same as breaking a bone, which often can be broken and repaired multiple times. Hearing loss can’t be repaired. It’s permanent. Once you have lost even a fraction of your hearing, there is no going back. In order to preserve your hearing, it is important to take preventative steps early on and to ...
Did you know that hearing aids are mini wearable computers? It’s true! When you think about the devices that way, there are a few things you should think about when caring for them this spring. As with any computer, water exposure can damage the hearing aid’s battery – one of the most important parts to any hearing aid. This doesn’t mean you have to be restricted by Mother Nature, it’s just important ...
Many people communicate their love for one another through words whether it is a compliment, song, or simply saying, “I love you.” February is also a great time to express love and support for someone by helping them deal with their hearing loss. It can often be a tough subject to address with a loved one, but your support can go a long way in helping on the journey toward better hearing. Here are simple ...
Congratulations, you have officially taken that next step to improve the way you hear by purchasing hearing aids! Prior to wearing hearing aids, you may not have heard the beautiful sounds surrounding you, but now you are clearly hearing them. In your journey to better hearing, are you still thinking, “Now what?” Here are some tips to keep moving forward: Train Your Brain: Due to the minimal number of signals your brain previously had to ...
New situations can be scary when going about them alone, so ensuring your loved one that you are by their side will greatly help alleviate any concerns. Encourage them to be a hearing loss success story! You can schedule a free consultation with one of our hearing professionals at Doctors Hearing Center to learn more about our practice, understand our mission, and decide if hearing aids are a solution for you! If you have any ...
There are few things better than hearing the words “Dinner is served!” on Thanksgiving Day. This announcement is one you do not want to miss because you are experiencing hearing loss. For those people struggling with hearing loss, the thought of being surrounded by so many individuals can be very overwhelming especially when they are trying to hear conversations. With so many wonderful memories and experiences taking place on this day, wouldn’t it be ...
Our lives are filled with change. Sometimes change can be viewed in a positive way; whether you receive a promotion at work, gain another family member or change your attitude by thinking more positively. However, adapting can be very hard to do, especially when you do not foresee it coming. The key is to take one step at a time and find it is not as hard as you thought. Start by evaluating yourself. What ...
Have you ever heard the saying, “You learn something new every day”? As true as this statement is, one could take it one step further: you are constantly learning new things every day. There is an infinite amount of information presented and it is a constant act we perform every day. If you are struggling with hearing loss, you may feel uncertain about what to do. In order to improve your life and hearing capabilities ...
There are many different solutions if you or someone you know is experiencing hearing loss. With improvements in hearing aid technology, we can work together towards finding a hearing solution that filters out existing background noise so you can focus on the sounds close to you. Summer is short and sweet. Don’t miss out on the simple pleasures of life by being overwhelmed with noise around you. Call and schedule an appointment with us ...
