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The Buzz E-N ewsletter
February 22, 2016

HEARING AID ACCESS IS URGENT PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE   

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) this month includes a policy piece on the public's need for greater access to hearing aids. It's a recommendation that stems from the abundant health and safety issues that arise from untreated hearing loss in older adults. Dr. Ellen Lafargue takes you through JAMA's compelling argument and offers steps you can take today to keep the seniors in your life healthy and hearing well. 
Read more.  

HLAA HEARING AID DISCOUNT    
Enhanced CHC/HLAA Partnership    
 
Beginning in March, HLAA members will be eligible for a 5% discount off the purchase of hearing aids and FM systems at CHC in New York and Ft. Lauderdale. We're pleased to enhance our longstanding partnership with HLAA in bringing more affordable hearing health care to people with all degrees of hearing loss.    Get complete details.  
Oticon Dynamo

TECHNOLOGY REPORT        
New Devices by Widex and Oticon

New hearing aids by Widex and Oticon are getting high marks from CHC clients who appreciate having access to more and better-quality sound. A client wearing Unique by Widex for the first time shared an enthusiastic testimonial that summed up the experience eloquently...   Read more. 

Linda Kessler's
 speechreading group
ADULT COMMUNICATION THERAPY    
By Linda Kessler, MA, CCC-SLP

I have often heard clients say to me that they had been coming to the Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC) for years and never knew that we offered communication services for adults. Perhaps I can set the record straight. I'm Linda Kessler, a speech-language pathologist who has worked with adult clients at CHC in New York for over 25 years...   Learn more.     

Ruth Green (l) honors Ruth Bernstein  
EVERYBODY IS SOMEBODY    
By Ruth Bernstein

Although the time for making New Year's resolutions has come and gone, I suggest everyone with hearing loss who reads this blog speak up and ask for hearing access once a month. When providers hear from us regularly, we will become visible and they will understand there are many people in the USA who want and need hearing access....   Read more.  

Joe LaBato (l) honors Dan Carione, NYPD 
ADVOCACY IN ACTION
CHC Honorees Share Powerful Stories

Four hearing loss advocates were honored at CHC's 105th Annual Meeting. They spoke movingly about the challenges they face living with a hearing loss and the guidance they received along the way that made all the difference in how they view themselves and live their lives in a hearing world.  Read more & view videos.  

JOIN US FOR COMEDY NIGHT!    
Uproarious Fundraiser April 12 in NYC

Don't miss the 30th Annual Comedy Night - a rollicking evening of classic New York stand-up comedy. It's the only comedy show in town that's accessible to people of all hearing abilities. Real-time captioning, sign language interpreters and assistive technology ensure nobody misses a punch line. Can't attend? Buy raffle tickets and be eligible for fantastic prizes.  Learn more & purchase.

HEAR, COMMUNICATE & LIVE BETTER 
Workshops for Adults with Hearing Loss

Opportunities at CHC to get more out of your hearing technology, improve your communication skills and reduce stress in your life: 
  • Cochlear Implant Workshop - Advanced Bionics facilitates an educational workshop on CI technology and new features of Naida CI sound processor. March 1 at CHC.  Learn more. 
  • Stress Less - Empower your capacity for balance, ease, and peace of mind. Jeff Wax facilitates this series of stress-reduction workshops.  Learn more.
  • New Communication Group for Seniors - Improve your communication skills in CHC's free 8-week program starting April 21.  Learn more.
FloridaKids

CELEBRATE THE KIDS OF CHC-FL  
2nd Annual Awards Event is May 27

Mark you calendars! The 2nd Annual Awards and Recognition Event benefiting CHC in Florida takes place May 27, 2016 at 7:15PM. Let's celebrate together and applaud the outstanding contributions of distinguished honorees and their efforts to support CHC's talented kids and teens.   Learn more.  

RuthBernstein SOUND ADVICE BY RUTH BERNSTEIN  
TSA PreCheck: How I Got with the Program

On a recent trip to Ft. Lauderdale on Delta, I got TSA PreCheck without asking for it. I was delighted to discover TSA PreCheck allows you to go through a special security line that is much shorter than the regular line.
To qualify for this service on domestic flights, fill in the computer form and make an appointment at the local TSA office...  Learn more.  

HEAR ME OUT     
Join CHC's Young Professionals Group

Are you passionate, full of ideas and ready to make a difference? Join CHC's young professionals group, Hear Me Out. It's a terrific opportunity to socialize with other young NYC professionals and fund raise on behalf of CHC. The group is open to 20- and 30-somethings with and without hearing loss. All that's needed is a big heart and the drive to get results.  Send an email inquiry.  

CASTING CALL  
Seeking Kids for New Todd Haynes Film

We give our kids the star treatment. But if that's not enough, here's an opportunity to become an actual movie star. Todd Haynes, director of Carol and Far From Heaven, is seeking kids 12ish who are deaf and hard of hearing to star in his new film, Wonderstruck, based on the novel by Brian Selznik. No acting experience is required. Online submissions due February 26th.  Get ready for your close-up.  

Dollar Sign SEEKING RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS       
Starkey Halo & Resound Linx Users

Sonova will be conducting 1-to-1 interviews in New York February 25 and 26 with users of Starkey Halo and Resound Linx. If you have opinions you'd like to share about your Halo or Linx hearing aids and accessories, Sonova will pay $80 for the 45 minute interview session.   Contact Pascal at Sonova.       

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