Hearing loss isn’t visible, which means people can’t see or understand when you’re unable to hear. Because of this, it’s very important that you speak up for yourself and ask for the resources you need. That could include requesting a seat in front, asking people to speak up, or requesting extra accommodations in non-accessible spaces.

Actions you can take:

• Take an advantage of local vocational rehabilitation and assistance programs  if you’re in the workforce or trying to enter
• Use Bluetooth® connectivity, captioning devices, video calls, and flashing home devices to your advantage
• Know your rights for equal access

Recently, companies have made significant advances in assistive technology, ensuring their products are as accessible as possible to those with hearing loss.

Accessible features on smartphones and more

There are many features to take advantage of on smartphones. For example, iPhones have headphone accommodations that amplify soft sounds and adjust frequencies tailored to your hearing, while video apps allow sign language to still be visible even if not in speaker view.

Hearing aids that connect to devices

Phonak’s Roger system can stream sound from a remote microphone directly to your hearing devices, improving your hearing performance in noisy settings or over distance. From classrooms to the office, to spending time with friends, you can feel relaxed in any listening situation with the help of Roger technology.

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