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can also be difficult, both for the person with hearing loss and the hearing partner, as roles tend to change. A partner with normal hearing may assume the role of interpreter for their partner with hearing loss. This can be a very positive thing, but it can also affect the nature of their relationship and lead to frustrations on both parts.” “Simple [...] room will usually be quieter, and booths block background noise better than tables. If one of you uses a hearing aid, make sure to sit with your back to the loudest part of the restaurant, and sit directly across from each other. Hearing aids are often designed to prioritize sound that is coming from in front of you, and diminish sound that comes from [...] from behind. “What’s important is for people with hearing loss and their partners to be open, patient, and keep exploring what communication strategies work best for them as a couple,” says Hans Henrik. Visit our video library to hear from couples and families discussing the impact of hearing loss on their relationships.

people with hearing and balance conditions. About Høreforeningen Høreforeningen seeks to improve the living conditions of people with sound and hearing disorders in Denmark. The organization works for children, young people and adults with hearing loss, cochlear implant users, with tinnitus, Ménière’s Disease or other sound and hearing disorders to [...] formalized partnerships with Hearing Loss Association of America, Action on Hearing Loss, UK, and the University of São Paulo, Brazil. About the British Society of Audiology The BSA is the leading UK organization for all professionals in the latest science and its application in improving people’s lives with hearing and balance problems. The membership [...] multi-disciplinary including researchers in hearing and auditory science, educational professionals, and medical professionals. About Aston University Aston University is one of the leading UK providers of training in audiology, with courses ranging from the foundation degree to a doctoral program in Hearing Therapy. The university conducts inter-disciplinary

Published: 19-02-2018 12:07

key to successful hearing rehabilitation. We develop tools and resources that help current and future hearing care professionals deliver care based on the needs and life situations of their clients. Person-centered care (PCC) puts the person with hearing loss at the center. This approach respects the person's individual preferences and values, prioritizes [...] prioritizes shared decision-making and goal setting, and invites friends or family into the process. Learn more about PCC Benefits of PCC Learn about Ida ABOUT US OUR MISSION AND STORY Our work is characterized by collaboration and innovation. Through human-centered design, ethnography, and a range of innovation methods, we work with our international network [...] Learning Hall Please accept marketing cookies to view this content. We visit clinics and the homes of people with hearing loss to identify needs. The resulting short documentaries provide unique insights into audiological practice and the everyday lives of people with hearing loss. Explore our video library RESEARCH OUR SERVICES

Published: 20-02-2018 14:04

community, we embarked on an ambitious and pioneering Future Hearing Journey. Learn more Raising awareness for hearing WORLD HEARING DAY Every year we celebrate the WHO’s World Hearing Day. See our campaigns. IDEAS WORTH HEARING Our Ideas Worth Hearing provide inspiration for hearing professionals, individuals and organizations who want to get involved [...] We work with hearing care professionals, academics, and people with hearing loss from all over the world to advance person-centered care. Through our community's insight and input, we develop initiatives that share information, spread awareness, and keep on top of the latest trends in hearing healthcare. An Ida Institute membership and access to our [...] professionals working to advance person-centered hearing care. LEARNING HALL Take online courses on person-centered care and earn CEUs/CPDs. Future Hearing Journeys Please accept marketing cookies to view this content. How will hearing care change in the next five to ten years? What implications will we see? And how can we get ready? We at Ida wanted answers

Published: 26-02-2018 15:24

communication between hearing care professionals and their clients. Clinicians can gain a better understanding of their clients’ needs and wants, involve their clients in the rehabilitation process, and improve outcomes. For people with hearing loss, the tools are a way to help prepare for appointments, emphasize their hopes and concerns, and take an active [...] active role in their hearing care. Explore our tools below.

Published: 01-03-2018 13:52

and for the exchange of knowledge and ideas within and across stakeholder groups. Through grants , we also support pioneering research into hearing rehabilitation within our network and beyond. Looking ahead In recent years, we have expanded our operations into new and growing markets, including Brazil and China, and together with our partners, turned [...] mission and story Our mission The Ida Institute’s mission is to build a community that embraces person-centered care and empowers people to get the hearing care they need. Together with clinicians, academics, and people with hearing loss, we work to create resources that help people develop knowledge, skills, and confidence to better manage hearing loss [...] the belief that people with hearing loss should be at the center of hearing care. We believe that their unique needs, values, and preferences should be taken into account and that they should make decisions about treatment and strategies jointly with their hearing care professional. We also believe they should be informed and empowered to manage their

currently living with hearing loss; and that number is predicted to reach 900 million people by the year 2050. This will mean greater costs for health systems; higher demand for hearing care services and technologies such as hearing aids and captioning; and mounting social and economic challenges like social isolation, increased poverty, and lower productivity [...] of recommendations for how people can prevent hearing loss and promote hearing health in their communities: Hearing care professionals can join hearing care outreach and screening programs, or educate other healthcare professionals on the risks of hearing loss as well as the importance of monitoring hearing in patients treated with ototoxic medicines [...] training programs for hearing care professionals and other health workers; make available high-quality, affordable hearing devices and communication services; and adopt legislation on sound exposure in public settings. Members of Civil Society Organizations can advocate for local hearing care resources, and disseminate awareness and behavioral change campaigns

Can you ask your employer, or who do you contact in the public system? Some people live and work far from a hearing care professional and whenever they need to have their hearing aid adjusted it means long hours of transport and lost work time. It can be hard and time consuming just to get an appointment. All of these kinds of things create frustration [...] In your opinion, what does ideal hearing care look like? Ideal hearing care is a system which is accessible, where people feel that they are listened to, and which takes into consideration the individual’s needs and concerns. It is a system where people get the relevant knowledge and are informed about their rights and possibilities. It is a flexible [...] just fit hearing aids remotely? Some people have very high demands, down to requests for detailed solutions. Other people are very humble, and don’t have high expectations for treatment. You say that the relationship between hearing care professionals and their patients is asymmetric. Can you explain what you mean? One person needs help, and one person

Published: 12-03-2018 12:40

pressure on or damage to your ear drum, and what sounds you can hear at different pitches. You should get your results during the appointment. The audiologist will also ask about your medical history and any trouble you’re having hearing or communicating. Ida Telecare tools can help you organize your thoughts and concerns so that you are ready to ask [...] questions. This will help you make decisions and make sure that you get to talk about what’s important to you. It will also help the audiologist recommend the best treatment for you. Tools to help you prepare Why Improve My Hearing? Think about situations where you have trouble hearing or communicating and how important it is for you to do something [...] List the people you talk to most often and what questions you want to ask in your appointment. This helps your audiologist understand what matters to you Living Well (online version) Think about situations where it is important for you to hear and communicate well, how you can plan to make hearing easier, and the people in your life that can help you

Published: 12-03-2018 12:46

tried out your new hearing aids, you will need to get them adjusted. Your audiologist will ask you how they are working and if you feel they help you. You will also talk about other technology or strategies that might make hearing easier for you. Ida Telecare tools can help you think about what problems you’re having with your hearing aids, other support [...] hear and communicate better, and questions you want to ask your audiologist. Preparing for the appointment can help you get the most out of your session with the audiologist. Tools to help you prepare Living Well (online version) Think about situations where it is important for you to hear and communicate well, how you can plan to make hearing easier [...] easier, and the people in your life that can help you The People I Talk To List the people you talk to most often and what questions you want to ask in your appointment. This helps your audiologist understand what matters to you Tinnitus Thermometer Describe what your tinnitus sounds and feels like so your audiologist can better help you