A reader of my previous post pointed out that the Times paywall makes the article itself inaccessible to many. Here it is, copied and pasted. Please go back to the previous post for the challenges I faced, as a person with a disability, in reporting it. Visiting a museum is still a challenge for someone … Continue reading Making Art Accessible to All
Making Art Accessible for All
One of the most interesting parts of my role in New York’s hearing-loss community is interacting with the larger disability community. Through committees like the MTA’s Advisory Committee for Transit Accessibility (ACTA), I see first-hand the obstacles that people with other disabilities face. When The New York Times asked me to write about how New … Continue reading Making Art Accessible for All
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Talking About It
I've been open about my hearing loss ever since my first book was published 10 years ago. "Shouting Won't Help: Why I and 50 Million Other Americans Can't Hear You" was a memoir and it announced my theretofore secret hearing loss to the world. Years of shame and denial didn't disappear in an instant. It … Continue reading Talking About It
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Talk About Hearing Loss
When we talk about hearing loss, everybody benefits, ourselves not the least. This was the message of the January New York City Chapter meeting of HLAA. As President of the chapter, I facilitated the discussion, and it was really great! So many interesting voices, sharing stories of challenges and successes. Like many people with late-onset … Continue reading Talk About Hearing Loss
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Did Your Hearing Survive the Holidays?
There's nothing like a cheerful holiday gathering of family and friends to challenge your hearing. For me, the solution is to be the host. Yes, this is a lot of work, a lot of cooking, a lot of dishes to wash. But I'm on optimal turf, at least when it comes to hearing. Don't forget … Continue reading Did Your Hearing Survive the Holidays?
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Do You Dread Going to the Doctor?
Do you dread going to the doctor? Do you worry that the office won’t be able to accommodate your communication needs, that staff may be impatient, that you may get sub-standard service, or that you may leave with no idea what was said and what you’re supposed to do next? It turns out you may … Continue reading Do You Dread Going to the Doctor?
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Do You Know What Caused Your Hearing Loss?
I lost the hearing in my left ear suddenly, when I was 30. One morning, working at home, I picked up the phone to answer a call and couldn’t hear anything. I switched ears. The right ear was fine, and I talked to whoever had called. When I hung up from that call, I called … Continue reading Do You Know What Caused Your Hearing Loss?
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At Long Last, OTC Hearing Aids. How Do You Choose?
I’ve already written a lot about OTC aids, including What Do Over the Counter Hearing Aids Mean for You? and Over the Counter Hearing Aids: Coming Soon to a Store Near You. So I don’t have a lot new to say today, as OTC aids finally go on sale at pharmacies, Walmart, Best Buy and … Continue reading At Long Last, OTC Hearing Aids. How Do You Choose?
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Summer Blahs. Hello September!
I’ve been in a summer slump – too hot, too wet. But starting this weekend I’ll be gearing up for an active fall. Sunday is the New York City Walk4Hearing. This event is educational, supportive, and it is HLAA’s principle fundraiser. As president of the NYC chapter, I’m a member of the chapter’s WalkNewYork team. … Continue reading Summer Blahs. Hello September!
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A Simple Fix for Better Hearing
Want to know a simple trick for better hearing? Pay attention. This isn’t as much of a no-brainer as it sounds. It’s very easy to let your mind wander when someone else is speaking. Maybe you’re distracted by something in your peripheral vision, maybe you’re thinking about what you’re going to say in reply, maybe … Continue reading A Simple Fix for Better Hearing
Katherine Bouton: Smart Hearing 