Lines of Communication

At the Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC), we see how important literacy is for learning math. Before a child can add or subtract, they need to understand words that describe math ideas, such as more, less, bigger, and smaller. Families can support this learning by reading together and pointing out math words in stories, using them during daily routines, and reinforcing them through play.

If there's a child in your orbit feeling nervous about September, listen to them and validate their feelings. No one ever got over feeling anxious by being told not to be! And help them balance those worries by seeing the whole picture: What was fun last year that will happen again this year? Any special skills they'll learn or privileges they'll get? What are they looking forward to?

Before you dive into conversation, maybe offer your child with hearing loss some quiet time, along with a snack. Let them know you’re eager to hear about their day and will check in after they’ve had time to settle in at home and relax.  One quick tip: the more specific your question, the more specific the answer. Open-ended questions like “How was your day?” often fizzle, while focused prompts get kids talking.

If you missed last month’s CHC webinar, Understanding Tinnitus: An Introductory Workshop, you can now watch the full video recording. Presented by Michele DiStefano, AuD, CCC-A, CHC’s Director of Audiology, and Dominique Calandrillo, AuD, CCC-A, tinnitus specialist, this informative session offers valuable insights into the causes of tinnitus and evidence-based strategies for managing its symptoms.

I have the good fortune of being able to take advantage of all the hearing technology that has developed over these years—captioning, audio loops, Bluetooth, ever-shrinking and better hearing aids, and the wonder of cochlear implants, to name a few.

Center for Hearing and Communication proudly presents Team CHC—six runners preparing to tackle the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon while raising funds for CHC. We're thrilled for their support and commitment to our mission of empowering people affected by hearing loss, deafness or listening challenges.

Summer is a season for fun—but also for protecting your hearing. At the Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC), we know that baseball games, concerts, and fireworks are summer staples—but they can also pose a serious risk to your hearing.

When people use Eargasm earplugs, it's a win-win-win: concertgoers can enjoy live music without risking their hearing, CHC can expand our impact by educating the public about noise-induced hearing loss, and Live Nation reinforces its commitment to the long-term wellness of its audience.

Tinnitus Webinar June 12, 2025 - Join the Center for Hearing and Communication for Understanding Tinnitus: An Introductory Workshop featuring audiologist and tinnitus specialist Dominique Calandrillo

Now through June 30, 2025, take advantage of CHC’s "Get Ready for Summer" promotion and enjoy valuable extras when you purchase two hearing aids. Now’s a great time to try out new hearing aid models from leading manufacturers like Starkey, Widex, Phonak, Oticon, and ReSound. CHC proudly offers instruments from nearly all major hearing aid brands—so you’ll have plenty of options to find the right fit for your hearing needs and lifestyle.

Summer is a time for fun—and also a great opportunity for students with hearing loss to strengthen academic skills and stay on track. That’s why the Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC) is offering Summer Academic Groups, designed to help children build on progress made during the school year while preventing summer learning loss.

People who have a hearing loss seldom acknowledge their disability. It’s easy to hide the fact you can’t hear, especially if you have a spouse, relative or friend who is willing to be your “ears.” Very few people find the courage to be a “somebody” and say, “I have a hearing loss. Please make eye contact with me when you speak and talk a little slower than you usually do.”

CHC hosted the Annual Awards Celebration and Reception on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Sullivan and Cromwell LLP in New York City. With nearly 100 guests in attendance, including our extraordinary clients and their families, CHC honored community members making a difference in the lives of people with hearing loss and celebrated the achievements of our scholarship recipients.  

We’re always thrilled to hear from alumni of our children's program—the latest being Matthew Ricker who reached out to share major new developments in his life. We caught up with Matt in a quick Q&A on the 25th anniversary of his cochlear implant.

May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and National Speech-Language-Hearing Month—a perfect time to recognize how closely our emotional well-being and communication health are connected. This month is a reminder to care for your whole self—body, mind, and spirit. And if you or someone you love needs support, CHC is here. Whether you’re facing hearing loss, speech challenges, or the emotional impact of either, we’re ready to help you reconnect—with yourself and the world ar

Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC) is proud to celebrate the 30th Annual International Noise Awareness Day (INAD), taking place annually on the last Wednesday in April. Founded by CHC’s Deputy Executive Director, Nancy Nadler, and renowned noise expert Arline Bronzaft, PhD, in 1996, INAD raises global awareness about the harmful effects of noise on hearing, health, and quality of life.

CHC audiologists have been on the go, sharing expertise and gaining fresh insights at two major industry conferences in 2025.

Here are CHC's Go-To Hearing Tech Solutions for people with hearing loss.