HearingLife of Smithtown, New York

Summer concert season is here! The good news is that outdoor concerts are generally safer for your ears, but you should still be cautious and bring your ear protection. Learn more in our blog: https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/news-and-events/safe-listening-at-concerts

Today’s featured provider is Dr. Filiberto “Alex” Gonzalez. He works at our Richmond, Virginia location and is especially passionate about follow-up care and making sure his customers are well taken care of for the long term!

https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/hearing-assessment/filiberto-alex-gonzalez-providers-who-care

Joe Thompson is a musician and school bus driver who desperately needed to be able to hear again. We are so happy to give him hearing aids through Campaign For Better Hearing-USA at our Nashville HearingLife location.

https://www.wsmv.com/2023/08/08/grammy-award-winning-singer-receives-life-changing-hearing-device/

Grammy award-winning singer receives life-changing hearing device Joe Thompson received hearing aids out of 750 nominees.

Do your ears ring? If you have persistent ear ringing, don’t ignore it any longer! Schedule a complimentary hearing assessment and let our licensed hearing care professionals help you find relief.

https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/life-with-hearing-loss/do-hearing-aids-help-with-tinnitus

Do hearing aids help with tinnitus? Hearing aids can help treat tinnitus if you have a hearing loss; in fact, 90% of people with tinnitus have hearing loss. Hearing aids may help with tinnitus if your tinnitus is caused by hearing loss – click here to find out more.

Do you have itchy ears? While many things may cause itchy ears, ear wax is likely the culprit. Give us a call and we can get you scheduled for ear wax removal at your local HearingLife location. https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/life-with-hearing-loss/itchy-ears

August sizzling savings are here! The weather is hot and so is this offer – get $2000 off a pair of ultimate-level hearing aids – now through August 31!

https://www.hearinglife.com/offers

The best friendships are based on listening! If you’ve been having trouble hearing your loved ones on the phone or in-person, be sure to give us a call – we would love to help you hear better.

HearingLife provider Jane Heath participated in the Alzheimer's Association Ride to End ALZ in South Carolina this month. The 3-day ride was 255 miles and has raised over a million dollars so far.

“I originally started riding this ride 10 years ago for a very dear friend who was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's when he was 49 years old. He lost his battle after 11 years. I've continued to ride for a cure because I have seen firsthand how untreated hearing loss may be associated with the progression of this brutal disease,” says Jane.

Today is International Self Care Day. We believe that taking care of your hearing IS self-care! Don’t neglect your ability to communicate and engage with the world – schedule a complimentary hearing assessment today and one of our licensed hearing care professionals will provide a personalized hearing assessment and consultation to go over your results and the best path forward for you to enjoy better hearing.

We are passionate about supporting and helping others through the Campaign For Better Hearing-USA!

‘Puts everyone before herself’: Edmond mom of 8 gets free hearing aids after house fire After losing her hearing aids in a house fire in 2022, an Edmond mom can hear clearly again.

Summer storms may have you wondering how you’ll charge your hearing aids if the power goes out. Our favorite solution is the Oticon Smart Charger, but there are a few others options on our blog: https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/life-with-hearing-loss/charging-your-hearing-aids-when-the-power-goes-out

Charging your hearing aids when the power goes out Whether it’s a hurricane, tornado or routine outage, make sure you have a plan for charging your hearing aids in an emergency.

Today is World Emoji Day! The ever-growing library of emojis includes almost anything – share your favorite in the comments!

Did you know that there are audiologists researching the ways that animals hear? Find out more about this fascinating field of study from our very own Dr. Eleni Santarelli, who has helped research dog hearing!

https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/research/animal-audiology

Animal Audiology with Dr. Eleni Santarelli I’m Dr. Eleni Santarelli, and I’m an audiologist at HearingLife. I also have a certificate and an ongoing interest in animal audiology! While doing research one day, I discovered that there was a program at the University of Cincinnati that combined my interests – an Animal Audiology certifica...

At HearingLife, we know that our Team Members are what sets us apart. Today, we want to introduce one of our patient care coordinators – Melissa Stopa. Patient care coordinators are the amazing people who greet you when you visit HearingLife – but they do so much more! From answering calls, scheduling visits, and providing a listening ear for our customers – we wouldn’t be the company we are without them.

https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/hearing-assessment/melissa-stopa-people-who-care

Meet Melissa Stopa – HearingLife’s People Who Care Melissa had a stroke in 2011 that changed her life and career path. Unsure if she’d be able to continue working in healthcare at all, she heard about a job at HearingLife through a friend and found herself intrigued by the field of hearing health.

Our summer inventory sale starts NOW! Visit your local HearingLife to save 20% - 40% off in-stock hearing aids. That means you leave with new hearing aids the same day! See office for details.

More info: https://www.hearinglife.com/offers

How long do hearing aids last? This is a very common question! The short answer is 3-7 years, find out what factors put you in the short or long end of that time frame in our latest blog: https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/life-with-hearing-loss/how-long-do-hearing-aids-last

Several recent studies have looked at the possible connection between hearing loss and dementia. Find out more about what these studies found from our Chief Audiologist Leslie Soiles: https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/research/studies-show-correlation-between-hearing-loss-and-dementia

Research Roundup: Two recent studies on the correlation between hearing loss and dementia In recent months, there have been two new studies released that show a correlation between treating hearing loss and a reduced risk of cognitive decline and/or dementia, find out more here.

Summer is here and with it, the risk of accidental hearing aid dunking! A quick splash is fine with hearing aids made in the last few years, but more than that and you’ll want to check out our guide to next steps on our blog: https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/life-with-hearing-loss/what-if-my-hearing-aids-get-wet

What to do if your hearing aids get wet If your hearing aids get wet, read this! Step by step guidelines for what to do if your hearing aids get wet or sandy this summer.

There are steps you can take to potentially reduce your risk of cognitive decline as you age! Stay active, eat healthy and be sure to discuss cognitive changes with your healthcare professional. Recent studies show that treating your hearing loss with hearing aids or cochlear implants may help reduce risk as well.

Learn more: https://www.hearinglife.com/hearing-blog/research/studies-show-correlation-between-hearing-loss-and-dementia

If you’ve ever researched hearing aids, you know how complicated it can be! We have put together a comprehensive guide to what you should consider before choosing a place to buy hearing aids from, and what to consider when you choose the hearing aids themselves. Check it out and let us know what you think!

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What to look for when buying hearing aids If you're overwhelmed by hearing aid options and research, check out our guide for what to look for when choosing where to buy and what hearing aids to purchase.

We are still accepting nominations for our Give Back Program with William Shatner and The Campaign for Better Hearing! Nominate yourself or a friend now.

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HearingLife Gives Back : Love Your Ears, Keep Connected William Shatner is helping us promote our latest Give Back program! Share your story for a chance to win free hearing aids – now through June 16!

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month! HearingLife is proud to support the in the fight against Alzheimer’s and all forms of dementia. Learn more about our partnership: https://fal.cn/3yRAw

Wearing hearing aids on the hiking trail may be a bit intimidating at first – but you’ll love all the sounds! Get our tips for making the most of your time outside: https://fal.cn/3yHkE

Tips for Hiking with Hearing Aids Better hearing in nature can help you fully enjoy the sounds of birds and the crunch of leaves, plus it helps you have a safer hike since you’re more likely to hear a bicycle behind you or approaching wildlife.

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service of the U.S. Military.

Birds are beautiful – we love the way they sound even more than how they look! Get our tips for bird watching with hearing aids here: https://fal.cn/3yxJC

Bird watching with hearing aids Bird watching is a favorite activity for many of them – and isn’t bird watching so much richer when it includes the sounds of the birds too? Our licensed hearing care experts can help you hear the birdsong better.

We're giving back to those in need - nominate a friend or tell us your story for a chance to receive free hearing aids.

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HearingLife Gives Back : Love Your Ears, Keep Connected William Shatner is helping us promote our latest Give Back program! Share your story for a chance to win free hearing aids – now through June 16!

Jeff Williamson is this month’s featured provider! Jeff works out of our Great Falls, Montana HearingLife location and was recently recognized as part of our President’s Club.

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Dr. Jeff Williamson – HearingLife’s People Who Care Dr. Jeff Williamson is an audiologist who works out of our Great Falls, Montana HearingLife location. He has been an audiologist since 1996 and part of the HearingLife Team since 2016.

A recent panel discussion hosted by HearingLife and the Alzheimer’s Association featured several experts discussing the latest research on cognition and aging and emphasized the importance of maintaining your five senses as you age. https://fal.cn/3y6rF

Maintaining your 5 senses is key to healthy aging Several studies have shown links between hearing and cognition, including one that linked lower cognition scores with having lower levels of the five senses. Another showed that having hearing loss in midlife was associated with brain changes later in life. Find out more here.

We’re doing a live satellite media tour with William Shatner today to announce our Give Back program! Share your story for a chance to win free hearing aids – now through June 16! https://fal.cn/3xWMg

We love this quote from William Shatner – “There is no room for hearing aid stigma in 2023! Treat your hearing loss today so you don’t miss another ‘I love you.’”

We often talk about how today’s hearing aids are not like the ones you remember your grandparents wearing – but did you know that hearing aid technology has been evolving for hundreds of years? Learn about the history of hearing aids in today’s blog: https://fal.cn/3xM8g

A Brief History of Hearing Aids Hearing loss has always been a part of life for humans – the earliest attempts at helping those with hearing difficulties can be traced back to the 17th century with ear trumpets. Learn more about the history of hearing aids here.

Many people feel that time in nature is good for their mental health, but did you know a recent study found the sounds of nature were shown to help reduce stress? Read more about the study here: https://fal.cn/3xG8b

The sounds of nature are good for your health Spring is here; and with it, the sound of birds chirping, leaves blowing in the wind, gentle rainfall and more. Did you know a recent study showed there are health benefits from hearing the sounds of nature?

Meet Amanda Richardson, one of our providers who care! Amanda has been working as a hearing care provider for over 20 years. She is also a preceptor for new hearing care providers, helping them gain valuable in-clinic experience.

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