Hearing Aids
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Apr 1, 2026
Making Hearing Loss Unforgettable – Florida HLAA Event
HLAA Florida's in-person event in Orlando on May 16, 2026, with workshops, exhibitors and hearing access, to bring awareness, education and support.
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Oct 17, 2025
Introducing the Caption Companion 4-Channel Wireless Mic Set
The Caption Companion four-channel wireless mic set brings clearer captions to group conversations.
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🎧 Upcoming External Event: Auracast Advocacy Webinar – Sept. 17
A Bluetooth webinar on how to advocate for Auracast broadcast audio in public places.
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Latest News on Modernization of TASA Legislation
An update on the bills to modernize Florida's Telecommunications Access System Act of 1991.
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Jan 17, 2025
HLAA Finds OTC Confusion High, Offers New Resources
An HLAA survey found confusion about over-the-counter hearing aids is high. New resources can help.
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May 11, 2024
All Things Tech in Spring Hearing Life!
The spring 2024 Hearing Life explores AI, Bluetooth, speech recognition and other hearing technology.
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May 10, 2024
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids Webinar Series (including recorded sessions)
HLAA's Hearing OTC 101 webinar series, with recordings: ask the experts about over-the-counter hearing aids.
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Mar 8, 2023
Come Join Us! Florida Walk4Hearing Sunday, November 12, 2023 Tampa
The Florida Walk4Hearing on Sunday, November 12, 2023 in Tampa. Walk as a team or on your own.
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Dec 13, 2022
Register now for HLAA 2023 Convention in New Orleans -Keynote Speaker, Dr. K. Renee Horton – renowned physicist, author, and space launch engineer for NASA
Register for the HLAA 2023 Convention in New Orleans, with keynote speaker Dr. K. Renee Horton, physicist.
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Nov 29, 2022
HLAA 2023 Convention June 29-July 1 In New Orleans (NOLA)!
The HLAA 2023 Convention in New Orleans, June 29 to July 1, with everything under one roof.
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Aug 31, 2022
Consumer Alert: All you need to know about OTC Hearing Aids
The FDA finalized its rule allowing over-the-counter hearing aids. What you need to know.
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May 10, 2022
Rally Caps Hearing Loss Awareness Day with the Rays St. Petersburg, FL
Rally Caps Hearing Loss Awareness Day with the Tampa Bay Rays on June 26, 2022, with part of each ticket supporting HLAA.
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May 8, 2022
Opportunities for Hearing Help in Florida
Linda Bilodeau on the many ways HLAA Florida and its chapters offer hearing help across the state.
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The Broad View of Hearing
Linda Bilodeau joins HLAA Florida's first hybrid meeting at the Sarasota library and shares the excitement.
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Come Join Us! 2022 Florida Walk4Hearing June 25, 2022 Tampa
The 2022 Florida Walk4Hearing on June 25 at The Sail Plaza in Tampa. Registration was free.
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Apr 30, 2022
Combatting Isolation: Tips to Stay “In the Loop,” Regardless of Hearing Ability
Tips from CapTel for staying connected and avoiding isolation when you have hearing loss.
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Apr 30, 2022
You gotta watch this MOVIE -
Why CODA, the Oscar-winning film about a deaf family, is worth watching.
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Apr 30, 2022
Join the Excitement! HLAA 2022 Convention, June 23-25, 2022
HLAA Executive Director Barbara Kelley invites you to the HLAA 2022 Convention in Tampa, June 23 to 25.
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Friends Helping Friends
A dinner with a friend who also has hearing loss reminds Linda Bilodeau how much we help each other.
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Apr 5, 2022
April 2nd 2022 Treasure Coast Chapter HLAA Meeting - Support or No Support
Audiologist Dr. May, board certified in tinnitus management, spoke to the Treasure Coast Chapter on April 2, 2022.
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Feb 15, 2022
Feb 15th, 2022 - The Effects of Hearing Loss
Audiologist Dr. Alaina Becker of Florida Eye Specialists explained how hearing loss is linked to other health conditions, brain health and depression.
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Honesty with Hearing Loss
Linda Bilodeau on being honest with friends and family about what you can and can't hear.
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Hearing Resolutions
Instead of resolutions, Linda Bilodeau focuses on what she needs to hear well in 2022.
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Many Opportunities for Hearing Help in Florida
Linda Bilodeau on the many ways HLAA Florida and its chapters offer hearing help across the state.
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Hearing Resolutions
Instead of resolutions, Linda Bilodeau focuses on what she needs to hear well in 2022.
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Dec 20, 2021
Dec 21st 2021 - 10 Smart Ways to Improve Your Hearing
Ed Ogiba brought his 10 smart ways to improve your hearing to the Sun City Center Chapter, covering brain health, hearing technology and accessible venues.
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Dec 10, 2021
Jan 18, 2022 HLAA Hybrid Meeting Presented by Barbara Kelly - Executive Director Hearing Loss Association of America
HLAA Executive Director Barbara Kelley spoke at a January 18, 2022 hybrid meeting about HLAA's work and the 2022 Convention in Tampa.
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HLAA 2022 Convention Registration Now Open!
Registration opened for the HLAA 2022 Convention in Tampa, June 23 to 25.
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Nov 15, 2021
What Are You Waiting For?
The HLAA 2022 Convention came to Tampa, June 23 to 25, HLAA's first in-person convention in three years.
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Nov 9, 2021
Nov 10th 2021 - What Is An OTC Hearing Aid?
Dr. Lynette Dornton explained over-the-counter hearing aids to the Sarasota/Manatee Chapter on November 10, 2021.
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Oct 27, 2021
New Hearing Aid Options are Coming in 2022
The FDA's proposal for over-the-counter hearing aids, and what it means for people with hearing loss.
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Oct 19, 2021
Oct 19th 2021 - Marvel-ous Hearing for Everyone!
Speech-language pathologist Karalee Kowar presented Marvel-ous Hearing for Everyone on October 19, 2021.
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Oct 17, 2021
INNOVATIVE DISRUPTION
How to get better workplace accommodations for employees with hearing loss, from HLAA Florida's October 13, 2021 meeting.
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The Hearing Power of the Mini Mic
Linda Bilodeau explains why her Mini Mic has become one of her most helpful hearing tools.
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Sep 27, 2021
[NEWSLETTER] HLAA Florida State Association News
The first HLAA Florida State Association newsletter, September 2021, with news from the state board and chapters.
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Aug 31, 2021
Sept 8th - 10 Smart Ways to Improve Your Hearing 5:30pm
Ed Ogiba shared 10 smart ways to improve your hearing, from treatment that protects your brain to the community venues that now have hearing loops.
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Aug 31, 2021
Sept 1 - Hear Well When Out & About 12:30 pm
Audiologist Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens, HLAA's national hearing loop advocate, explained how hearing loops improve access and how to bring them to your community.
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HLAA Florida and Chapters September Meetings Via zoom
All of September 2021's online meetings from HLAA Florida and its chapters.
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Aug 11, 2021
August 11 - How AI Is Changing Hearing Assistance
Dr. Bruce Sharpe on how artificial intelligence is helping people hear speech in noisy places.
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Jul 3, 2021
AUG 4 - Hearing Loss – Its Effect on the Brain, Cognitive Function & Social Relationships
Dr. Meg Wallhagen on how hearing loss affects the brain, thinking and relationships.
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May 16, 2021
May 12 - Balance Disorders - Causes and Treatments
The causes and treatment of balance disorders, at the Sarasota/Manatee Chapter's May 12, 2021 online meeting.
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Apr 27, 2021
May 18th Hearing Maintenance of YOUR Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are tiny computers. What new owners need to do to keep them working well.
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The Americans with Disabilities Act Obligations Regarding COVID-19 Related Services
Federal prosecutors reminded COVID-19 responders that the ADA still applies to vaccine sites and other pandemic services.
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Apr 13, 2021
InnoCaption for Your Cell or Smart Phone, FREE - Wed, 04/14/2021
How InnoCaption gives free real-time captions for calls on your smartphone, at HLAA Florida's April 14, 2021 meeting.
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Apr 9, 2021
State of Florida Bill that affects people with hearing loss
HLAA Florida alerted members to bills in the Florida Legislature that would affect people with hearing loss.
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Apr 3, 2021
HLAA Virtual Convention 2021, June 24-26
HLAA's 2021 Convention went virtual, June 24 to 26, so everyone could attend from home.
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The Psychology of Hearing Loss
Linda Bilodeau shares takeaways from Don Doherty's HLAA webinar on the psychology of hearing loss.
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Mar 24, 2021
Tuesday, April 20th Maximizing Your Quality of Life Through Amplification Technology
How amplification technology and a good clinician can improve your quality of life, at the Sun City Center Chapter's April 20, 2021 meeting.
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The Hearing and Shopping Experience
Fully vaccinated, Linda Bilodeau heads back to local boutiques and shares what shopping is like with hearing loss.
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CDC Data and Statistics About Hearing Loss in Children
Where to find CDC data on hearing loss in children, from newborn screening to diagnosis and intervention.
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