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Learn how to read lips No. 15

When you are learning how to read lips, it can be helpful to know which sounds look alike. Sometimes you don’t hear a word because of background noise, but you do see it. If you know which sounds look alike, you can do a quick substitution in your mind when the first thing you see […]

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Don’t say “Never Mind” to a person with hearing loss (PWHL)

When you say “Never Mind,” it might seem insignificant and not worth repeating. But consider being on the receiving end of “Never Mind” over and over. It starts to sting after a while. Instead, try saying, “It’s no longer important.” The words we choose matter. So does the tone.     Related post: Lipreading tip

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Lipreading tip: try substituting

When you are learning how to read lips, it can be helpful to know which sounds look alike. Sometimes you don’t hear a word because of background noise, but you do see it. If you know which sounds look alike, you can do a quick substitution in your mind when the first thing you see […]

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Did you hear? Silk can be used to reduce sound

The world is a noisy place. Unwanted noise is a problem in schools, in our homes, and in work spaces. An interdisciplinary collaboration of researchers from MIT developed a sound-suppressing silk fabric that could be used to create quiet spaces. An open-access paper about the research appears in the Advanced Materials journal. Let’s say your next-door neighbours […]

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Can you wear your OTCs all day?

Over-the-counter hearing aids (OTCs) are not a custom fit—meaning they are not personalized for the shape of your ear canal. Unlike with traditional hearing aids, you won’t have the benefit of a hearing care professional to look at the fit in your ear canal and suggest modifications if needed. If you can’t wear your OTCs […]

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Online classes available for people with hearing loss

Can you imagine a space that allows people with hearing loss (PWHL) to get resources, tools, and develop skills to reach their full potential? My online classes are geared towards adults with acquired hearing loss and include lipreading instruction and communication strategies. The next series starts soon! Link for more information is https://heara.ca/programs/ A full […]

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