Hearing Loss Association of America - Washington State

Washington State Hearing Loss News & Help - HLAA-WA Finding help for your hearing loss twice a month. See what's new.

We're excited to introduce our first volunteer & community engagement manager, Julie Johnson.

Read more about Julie, plus catch up on our latest news.

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8 ways modern hearing aids can boost confidence - Rest Less Sponsored content According to research, one in three UK adults experience hearing loss or tinnitus, which, if left untreated, can negatively impact health. But luckily, hearing aid technology can mak...

"The link between hearing loss and social isolation is key because research shows that the presence of a strong community is important for longevity." restless.co.uk/health/healt... #keeplistening

A hearing loss diagnosis doesn't come with a roadmap. That's where we come in.

On Giving Tuesday, will you help us be a source of support, information, and caring for people with hearing loss across Washington State?

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Getting hearing aids for the first time? Or getting accustomed to new hearing aids?

Shari Eberts has excellent suggestions on how to get comfortable with your hearing aids and hear your best with them.

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Our president Cheri Perazzoli is honored by AARP Washington, plus more news, today on our website.

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Today and every day, we are deeply grateful for our veterans.
Veterans with hearing loss can find dedicated support with HLAA, including the Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter (VAAVC).

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Coping with the Grief, Anxiety, and Isolation of Hearing Loss - HLAA-WA Feeling overwhelmed with grief about your hearing loss? Here are some ways to help -- from people who've been there.

Hearing loss can affect your mental and emotional health. But there's always, always hope.

Here are some ways you can care for yourself along your hearing loss journey.

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Meet Our New Directors - HLAA-WA We're pleased to welcome to new directors to our board.

We're honored to welcome two new members of our Board of Directors.

Get to know Greg Bawden and Pamela Williams.

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Our awards, new board members, and more in our latest news.

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We've Been Honored with Awards! - HLAA-WA HLAA-Washington State was honored with three awards from the Washington State Association of the Deaf.

We've been honored by our dear friends at the Washington State Association of the Deaf!

Cheri Perazzoli, Cynthia Stewart, and HLAA-WA received WSAD awards last week. Get the details on our blog.

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October is National Protect Your Hearing Month!
Hearing loss is often preventable-small steps like lowering the volume, using hearing protection, and getting regular hearing checks can make a big difference.

Let’s work together to make hearing health a priority. 💙
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Hearing Loss LIVE! has a membership plan. It includes live classes, monthly practices and recorded options for classes.
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Hearing Loss Info at Your Fingertips - HLAA-WA Got a quick hearing loss question? This guide has the answer.

Got a quick question? Need a hearing loss term defined? Looking for very specific information — or heck, even general information?

Check out our terrific Hearing Loss A-Z guide.

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We’re at the Accessibility Deep Dive day at @townhallseattle.bsky.social , sponsored by the Seattle Cultural Accessibility Consortium.

Stay tuned: Seattle’s arts scene is becoming more friendly to people with hearing loss and other disabilities.

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Washington State Hearing Loss News, October 14, 2024 - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

Our committees need you!

Find out more, plus catch up on our latest news.

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WEBINAR—Hearing Loss at Work Series Tech Tips for Smart Inclusive Employment - Hearing Loss Association of America Discover tech-driven strategies for workplace inclusion in this HLAA webinar—tools, tips, and insights to empower deaf and hard-of-hearing professionals.

When you have a hearing loss, technology can help you succeed at work. But which tech? And what else can you do to thrive?

Find out at this HLAA webinar on October 29, 2025.

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To Wear or Not to Wear: My Story of Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids in the Early 1970s - HLAA-WA A story of a young girl with hearing loss and the doctor whose words stayed with her across the miles and decades.

A story of a young girl with hearing loss and the doctor whose words stayed with her across the miles and decades.

From Abha Sharma, this week on our blog.

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Washington State Hearing Loss News, September 30, 2025 - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

This week, we share leadership opportunities (with us!), webinars on cochlear implants and hearing better at work, and more in our news.

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New Seattle Waterfront Is Accessible from the Start - HLAA-WA The new Seattle waterfront is a pretty special, very accessible place.

We toured Seattle's beautiful new waterfront to learn about its accessibility features.

It's really a special place--and now it's safer and more accessible to people with disabilities.

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YouTube video by TEDx Talks What you don't know about hearing aids | Juliëtte Sterkens | TEDxOshkosh

ONE MILLION VIEWS!

Congratulations to hearing loss hero and loop advocate Juliette Sterkens on one million TEDx talk views!

New, modern hearing aids, paired with assistive listening and other tech, can open doors.

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Hearing Loss News: A Paid Study for People with Cochlear Implants, Our President Is Interviewed by Bluetooth, and More - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

Catch up on our latest news, including a paid study for #CochlearImplant wearers, our president's interview on #Accessibility with @bluetoothsig.bsky.social and more.

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Accessible Chicago attractions for deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors | Choose Chicago As an architectural photographer, tour guide, and storyteller, I spend most of my days crisscrossing Chicago with my camera in hand and a curious eye…

Chicago is a very hearing-accessible city.

Check out these ways you can hear better in Chi-town if you have a hearing loss, whether you're a resident or just visiting.

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Action Alerts - Hearing Loss Association of America HLAA fights for access and affordable hearing care for 50M+ Americans. See our recent wins and how you can support current efforts.

Hearing aids are vital, yet without Medicare coverage, the cost of hearing aids is out of reach for millions of seniors.

Take a moment and urge Congress to support the Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act (H.R. 500).

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Back to School with Confidence - Hearing Loss Association of America Helpful back-to-school tips for parents of children with hearing loss from a pediatric audiologist and mom.

"Listening fatigue is real. It doesn’t always look like a yawn or droopy eyes—it often shows up as hyperactivity, zoning out, irritability or sudden mood swings. Kids may seem 'fine' all day at school, only to melt down... at home." www.hearingloss.org/back-to-scho... #backtoschool #keeplistening

Embracing Community at Our Annual Picnic - HLAA-WA Where can you find community while you're living with a hearing loss? At our events, like this summer picnic.

Our picnic this year was all about embracing community.

See some photos and learn about what was new this year, including a silent auction and guests from the Northwest Academy of Audiology.

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A Portable Hearing Loop Saves the Day - HLAA-WA Need a hearing loop for a small space temporarily? Read on.

A portable hearing loop might be the assistive listening system you need. Read how the Contacta Portable Room Loop Kit (PRLK) helped us hear one another at an outdoor picnic shelter. And download the guide that shows you how you can do it, too.

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A New Way to Experience Music, a Hearing Loop Saves the Day, and More Hearing Loss News - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

Picnic photos, a new way to experience music, outreach, and more in our latest news.

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