Here are some tips for improved communication with people with impaired hearing: Face the person directly on the same level whenever possible. Be sure that the light is shining on your face, not in the eyes of the person with impaired hearing. Do not talk from another room; if you must, make sure that the… […]
Parents: Setting Good Habits to Prevent Hearing Loss in Children
As parents, it’s our job to teach our kids habits that will keep them healthy for the rest of their lives. If you’re reading our blog, then you probably have some experience with hearing loss in your life, and so, it should be clear that it’s very important to set good habits that prevent your… […]
Eating Your Way to Hearing Health
One of the first things a hearing loss patient learns is that hearing loss is treatable but not reversible. But can you do things to help minimize your chance of hearing loss in the first place? Sure, you can protect your ears from loud environments, but age-related hearing loss has always been considered as an… […]
3 Resources for Better Understanding of Your Hearing Loss
As healthcare professionals in the field of hearing health, our job is not only to treat our patients with the utmost standards of care; we are also on a mission to educate the public about the importance of hearing loss and hearing loss care. With that in mind here are three great resources our patients… […]
COVID-19 Update
April 24, 2020 Update: This week Gov. Pritzker extended Illinois’ stay at home order until May 31st. We will continue to remain open, and are taking the necessary infection control precautions to see patients while keeping everyone safe. If you need anything or have any questions please contact our office. The novel COVID-19 pandemic has… […]
The Importance of Recognizing Best Practices in Hearing Care
On any average business day, we see a number of hearing patients. For us, it’s something we’re used to, but we try to recognize that for each of them, their hearing appointment can be a great cause for anxiety but also excitement for finally getting some help with their hearing issues. Being able to deliver… […]
Hearing Aids for Seniors May Soon Be Covered by Insurers
For a long time, hearing aids have not been covered by the vast majority of insurance policies. This has presented a challenge for most people with hearing loss, as hearing aids are expensive and very much necessary for improved quality of life, but up until now needed to be paid for out of pocket. Now,… […]