Hearing aids are only part of the solution. While today's hearing technology can be life-changing, even the best hearing aids can struggle in challenging listening environments like theaters, airports, courtrooms, places of worship, and other public spaces.Shari Eberts sits down with Dr. Juliette Sterkens and Wynne Whyman of the Center for Hearing Access to discuss why assistive listening technologies—including hearing loops, telecoils, FM systems, infrared systems, and Auracast™—are critical for improving communication access beyond the hearing aid.Together, they explore practical strategies for consumers, hearing care professionals, and public venues to expand accessibility, improve patient outcomes, and help ensure people with hearing loss can fully participate in everyday life.Topics include:
Why hearing aids alone aren't enough in many listening environments
Hearing loops, telecoils, FM systems, infrared, and Auracast explained
The Center for Hearing Access and its mission
Resources for consumers, clinicians, and public venues
ADA rights and practical advocacy tips
Why audiologists should discuss assistive listening during hearing aid fittings
Auracast's role in the future of hearing accessibility
Why captioning and assistive listening work best together
Action steps for both hearing care professionals and consumers
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