Lines of Communication

Now through June 12, 2026, experience the latest in hearing technology at CHC-NY and qualify for a 10% discount on the purchase of premium hearing aids, plus other valuable benefits. Hear, communicate and live better with today's advanced hearing instruments. Benefit from discreet designs and cutting-edge features that that not only enhance your hearing, but also your lifestyle.

If someone you love has a hearing loss, one of the most meaningful ways to show you care is by helping them hear and connect more easily. Hearing aids and cochlear implants open the door to sound, but in noisy or challenging environments, simple communication strategies can make all the difference. This Valentine’s Day, try these thoughtful tips to help your sweetheart feel more included, understood, and part of every conversation.

Motivated by concerns about a close friend’s safety in her new home, Hearing Access Ambassador Ruth Bernstein reflects on what truly makes a home hearing accessible.

The holidays can be joyful—and challenging—when you or someone you love has hearing loss. To help you make the most of the season, CHC has created four short videos offering practical, uplifting guidance. Check out our tips and strategies to help you hear more, make use of assistive technology, cope with stress, and support your child's hearing needs during the holidays. Together, these videos offer simple ways to bring more ease and connection to your celebrations.

Recently, a friend fell on a Sunday in a parking lot and broke her shoulder. Medics took her to the ER at the local hospital, where she spent two nights on a stretcher until they found a room for her. My friend, who lives in New Jersey, is single, elderly, and has one CI. Her second ear does not work at all. I found out about her accident when I shared a pastel drawing I had made in art class on Monday.

I was in my 40s when my genetic hearing loss was diagnosed, and I started my journey of learning to cope with this invisible disability. With the holiday season approaching—and the many difficult listening situations it brings—here are some of the things I've learned over these 50 years.

At the Center for Hearing and Communication in New York, our approach to hearing assessment for people with cognitive changes is highly individualized. Some clients may need more time or a different testing approach. We often begin with a preliminary discussion by phone or Zoom that includes the client and a family member to understand specific needs, challenges, and goals. This preparation allows us to create the right accommodations before the in-person evaluation.

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.

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.