Hearing Loss Association of America - Washington State

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Workplace hearing loss has been called one of the most prevalent — and preventable — occupational health crises in the United States. | Occupational Hearing Loss: Still a Loud Problem https://buff.ly/K94mrOY #HearingLoss #WorkersComp

Workplace hearing loss has been called one of the most prevalent — and preventable — occupational health crises in the United States. | Occupational Hearing Loss: Still a Loud Problem buff.ly/K94mrOY #HearingLoss #WorkersComp

Western Washington University Hearing Clinic Not Only Teaches, But Also Serves the Community - HLAA-WA At Western Washington University, audiology students learn and connect with the community,

A hearing aid bank, a donation-based (no-fee) clinic, a holistic approach to patient care, plus a wonderful relationship with the community. Find out what's great about the Western Washington University Audiology Doctoral program and Hearing Clinic. hearingloss-wa.org/western-wash...

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HOPE: Hearing Other People's Experiences - HLAA-WA Everyone is welcome to join our virtual (online) support group for people with hearing loss: HOPE (Hearing Other People's Experiences.)

Would you like a friendly, caring space to talk about hearing loss? Come to a virtual HOPE meeting.
Our next meeting is April 1. Always free and open to everyone. hearingloss-wa.org/what-we-do/h...
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Parents - Hearing Loss Association of America HLAA offers information, resources and a national support group for parents and caregivers of children with hearing loss.

Happy World Hearing Day!
Did you know that in America, one in ten kids aged 6-19 have some degree of hearing loss?
Parents of kids with hearing loss can find help with HLAA's national support group: hearingloss.org/parents
#HearingLoss #WorldHearingDay #HearingLossAwareness #WorldHearingDay2026

Deafblind doesn't mean pure darkness and silence.

Hands United Supporting immigrant families with Deaf and hard of hearing children.

Hands United offers education, support, translation, and advocacy for immigrant families with children who are #Deaf or hard-of-hearing. Classes include driver's education taught in ASL, and Immigration 101 starting today, February 13, 4 pm.
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Hearing Loss News & Help, February 10, 2026 - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

Save the date for our annual community meeting, and much more news and info for people with #HearingLoss

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It's making sure everyone can see, hear, navigate, understand, communicate....

Have #HearingLoss and work in a high-noise environment? This free webinar on Feb 18 can help you use technology, self-advocate, and build confidence. hearingloss-wa.org/webinar-thri...

Pilot program would offer over-the-counter hearing aids to veterans with hearing loss More than 2.5 million veterans experience some form of hearing loss, and the VA is the largest single  employer of audiologists in the U.S.

"Hearing loss and tinnitus are the most common service-connected disabilities among veterans, according to the VA.... with the VA the largest employer of audiologists in the U.S." www.stripes.com/veterans/202... @starsandstripes.bsky.social #hearing #tinnitus #keeplistening

VA-OHSU study finds link between hearing loss and Parkinson’s Disease in Veterans | VA Portland health care | Veterans Affairs PORTLAND, Ore.– A new study from a database of millions of veterans nationwide reveals a possible connection between hearing loss and Parkinson’s disease.

"Researchers found that as long as people got a hearing aid within two years of having an abnormal hearing test, their risk of developing PD later in life was lowered substantially." www.va.gov/portland-hea... #parkinsons #hearing #keeplistening @ohsunews.bsky.social

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Scholarships Available for Students with Hearing Loss - HLAA-WA Scholarships are available for people with hearing loss and who are studying hearing loss.

Students with a #HearingLoss or who are studying hearing loss? You may qualify for a scholarship.

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#HearingAids #Deaf #Scholarships #Education

Hearing Loss News & Help, January 27, 2026 - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

Scholarships for students with #HearingLoss, our latest outreach in Longview, cool accessibility tech at CES, why bluffing isn’t your best hearing loss strategy, and much more news.

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Washington State Hearing Loss News & Help - HLAA-WA Catch up on our latest news.

In our latest news...
*Our president, Cheri Perazzoli, on Seattle's KING-5 TV
*More open-caption movies in Washington State
*What it's REALLY like to wear hearing aids

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And much more.

#HearingLoss #HearingAids

AARP celebrates community service volunteers with Andrus Award - New Day NW The annual Andrus Award is given out based on the winner's ability to enhance the lives of older adults. Sponsored by AARP.

Congrats again to our president, Cheri Perazzoli, the AARP Washington special-mention Andrus Award winner for 2025.

(That's not Cheri in the screenshot below. Watch the video to see photos of Cheri.)

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AARP celebrates community service volunteers with Andrus Award - New Day NW The annual Andrus Award is given out based on the winner's ability to enhance the lives of older adults. Sponsored by AARP.

Congrats again to the AARP Washington special-mention Andrus Award winner, our president, Cheri Perazzoli.

(That's not Cheri in the screenshot below. Watch the video see photos of Cheri.)

www.king5.com/video/sponso...

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Change is coming to a movie theater near you Deaf or hard of hearing moviegoers will have more options at the multiplexes — and won't have to rely on closed caption devices.

More open-captioned movies are coming to Washington State in 2026, thanks to the John Waldo Act, which we were happy to support.

www.seattletimes.com/entertainmen...

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The five common medicines that could be harming your hearing Hearing loss is a lesser-known but long-lasting side effect of some medications

"Around 200 medicines are known to have ototoxic effects." www.the-independent.com/life-style/h... #keeplistening @the-independent.com

Early diagnosis and treatment of your hearing loss can help in so many ways.

#HearingLoss #HearingAids #HearingLossAwareness

Today is your *last chance* to make a gift to HLAA-WA in 2025.

Please donate to help enrich our hearing loss community.

Together, we're people helping people, every day.

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Washington State Hearing Loss News & Support - HLAA-WA News and support to live well with your hearing loss.

In our latest news, we get inspired by a ballerina, we get ready for the 2026 convention, and learn about case management services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing folks here in Washington State.

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Washington State Hearing Loss News & Help - HLAA-WA Finding help for your hearing loss twice a month. See what's new.

We're excited to introduce our first volunteer & community engagement manager, Julie Johnson.

Read more about Julie, plus catch up on our latest news.

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8 ways modern hearing aids can boost confidence - Rest Less Sponsored content According to research, one in three UK adults experience hearing loss or tinnitus, which, if left untreated, can negatively impact health. But luckily, hearing aid technology can mak...

"The link between hearing loss and social isolation is key because research shows that the presence of a strong community is important for longevity." restless.co.uk/health/healt... #keeplistening

A hearing loss diagnosis doesn't come with a roadmap. That's where we come in.

On Giving Tuesday, will you help us be a source of support, information, and caring for people with hearing loss across Washington State?

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Getting hearing aids for the first time? Or getting accustomed to new hearing aids?

Shari Eberts has excellent suggestions on how to get comfortable with your hearing aids and hear your best with them.

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Our president Cheri Perazzoli is honored by AARP Washington, plus more news, today on our website.

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Today and every day, we are deeply grateful for our veterans.
Veterans with hearing loss can find dedicated support with HLAA, including the Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter (VAAVC).

www.hearingloss.org/get-involved...

#HearingLoss #VeteransDay #VeteransDay2025 #HonoringOurHeroes

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