Lines of Communication

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.  

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.

Join us for the 3rd Annual Friendship 5K on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Vista View Park in Davie, Florida. Proceeds benefit CHC-FL.

When devastating wildfires struck LA, Eddie Orlin, 15, took action—creating and launching the Palisades Fire Hearing Resource.

My Valentine's gift for you this year is sharing some quotes that guide my daily life as an advocate for people with hearing loss.

During this season of giving, please donate what you can to the Center for Hearing and Communication.

Kudos to Team CHC—2024 TCS NYC Marathoners raising money for the Center for Hearing and Communication.

We are thrilled to introduce Team CHC, a dedicated group of runners and fundraisers participating in the 2024 NYC Marathon

CHC's Annual Awards Celebration and Reception, May 1st, put the spotlight on individuals and organizations making a difference in the...

Arline L. Bronzaft, PhD, Professor Emerita, City University of New York As we prepare to recognize the 29th International Noise Awareness...

Sound Advice by Ruth D. Bernstein I usually begin my day with a mug of hot ginger tea which gives me a warm, comforting and slightly...

The Center for Hearing and Communication's Mobile Hearing Unit provides hearing health education and services to companies and...

INAD is worldwide event raising awareness around the harmful effects of noise New York, NY – April 28, 2021 – The Center for Hearing and...

Lend Your Support to CHC Dear CHC Clients, Laurie Hanin, Ph.D., CCC-A Executive Director For 35 years, CHC has been holding a fully...

Sound Advice by Ruth D. Bernstein Ruth Bernstein, Hearing Access Advocate I have a long list of Valentines to distribute this year, all...

Sound Advice by Ruth D. Bernstein As an Ambassador, I know that asking for help is a good thing because I get access to the activities I...

The Virtual Fundraising Event on October 17, 2020 at 7PM (EDT) will be Hosted by Joey McIntyre, Actor, Singer, Songwriter CHC Gala 2020...

Facilitating listening and spoken language skills By Elizabeth Ying, Co-Director, CHC’s Shelley and Steven Einhorn Audiology and...

By Laurie Hanin, Executive Director Laurie Hanin, Ph.D., CCC-A Executive Director Since the pandemic began and daily communication...