I had the pleasure of moderating a post-screening talkback for Rally Caps at ReelAbilities’ flagship festival in NYC. A short film, Deaf Giants was shown prior to the feature length Rally Caps. Both are family films that share a baseball theme. And a common message: Hearing loss may be challenging but it doesn’t need to Continue reading
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Powering Up the Patient Perspective
One of my favorite things to do is to talk about hearing loss! I guess that comes with the territory as an advocate. Considering hearing aids? Come sit by me. I am happy to share my experiences. Complaining about the volume of the music? I’ll join you in asking the manager to lower the volume. Continue reading
Don’t Get Pickled: Hearing Loss & Pickleball
“Don’t get pickled!” the clinic leader advised with a smile. It was my first time playing pickleball, the new sport craze taking over the nation. Getting pickled means you lose 11-0—a shutout. Despite the leader’s warning, my team was pickled twice that first day. Oh, well. There was no where to go but up! Learning Continue reading
2023 Highlights: Living with Hearing Loss
As we reach the end of another busy year for Living with Hearing Loss, I want to thank all my readers for making our community a welcoming and enriching environment for all of us. It has a been a busy year of writing, speaking, “We Hear You” screenings, and “Hear & Beyond” book signings! I look forward Continue reading
Breaking Down Barriers to Hearing Health Care
Hearing care should be available for all, yet it remains elusive for many. Part of the problem is a lack of demand for hearing care services. For example, only 20% of people who could benefit from a hearing aid actually use one. This is true even in countries where national insurance plans cover hearing aids. Continue reading
