Center for Hearing and Communication

As Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month comes to a close, make sure you know the facts about hearing loss and brain health.

Treating Hearing Loss is Good for Your Brain and Overall Wellness Sandra Delapenha, AudiologistSandra Delapenha, CHC AudiologistMay is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month and Mental Health Awareness Month—which makes now the ideal time to consider the topic of hearing loss and the impact it can have on our mental and emotional health. It's an important messag...

Have you heard about CMV? It's a virus that can cause hearing loss in babies infected before birth. Learn the facts from audiologist Michele DiStefano. And read a CHC mom's moving account of her experiences with CMV. https://www.chchearing.org/post/cmv-hearing-loss-infants-michele-distefano-audiologist

CMV Puts Infants at Risk for Hearing Loss and Other Health Issues Did you know CMV puts infants at risk for hearing loss and other serious health issues? Learn the health risks of CMV.

With the school year ending in just a few days, it’s not too late to start planning for next year! ✏️📚 Contact us today to discuss summer enrichment and remediation services offered by CHC’s Teachers of the Deaf/HH.

Here's a timely video recommendation - for Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month! Check out Hearing Matters: What You Need to Know about Hearing Loss and Dementia featuring CHC audiologist Michele DiStefano. Great information presented by the Alzheimer's Association, NYC Chapter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9P_I7LoJM0

Ask the Expert: Hearing Matters, What You Need to Know about Hearing Loss and Dementia In May 2024, we welcomed Michele Distefano, AuD - Director of Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC) Shelley and Steven Einhorn Audiology Center and Bere...

Daydreaming about our CHC Pajama Party this past Friday😴

Congrats to former CHC staffer Emily Kaplan on receiving her PhD! Thanks for thinking about us on your big day!

Check out our 'Spring Into Better Hearing' offer at CHC-NY! You'll receive a discount when you purchase one or two hearing aids, get a complimentary listening demo, free accessories and more. To qualify you'll need to contact us by May 31st. Learn more and request an appointment today! https://www.chchearing.org/post/hearing-aid-offer-spring-2024

Spring Into Better Hearing with CHC's Special Hearing Aid Offer Contact CHC-NY by May 31st to QualifyOticon Intent Rechargeable Hearing AidJust in time for National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! CHC's special hearing aid offer is here to help you Spring Into Better Hearing. Contact us by May 31st at (917) 305-7766 or [email protected] to qualify for a...

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month and Mental Health Awareness Month—which makes now the ideal time to consider the topic of hearing loss and the impact it can have on our mental and emotional health. https://www.chchearing.org/post/hearing-aids-brain-health-dementia-risk

Treating Hearing Loss is Good for Your Brain and Overall Wellness Sandra Delapenha, AudiologistSandra Delapenha, CHC AudiologistMay is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month and Mental Health Awareness Month—which makes now the ideal time to consider the topic of hearing loss and the impact it can have on our mental and emotional health. It's an important messag...

We're pleased to partner with The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and LinkNYC to bring this hearing health message to New Yorkers during National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. It's so important to treat hearing issues promptly. Even a mild hearing loss left untreated can significantly increase your risk of dementia. So get an online hearing screening today! https://www.chchearing.org/free-online-hearing-tests

Congrats to Maria Hartman of Teachers College, Columbia University, recipient of CHC's Sheldon Williams Leadership Award (here with Don Itkoff and Caroline Itzkoff). Reflecting on her distinguished career, Maria noted, "Teachers show students the way by leading, and then walking alongside us, and finally standing behind so that the student shines and takes on the future."

Lineup announcement for our 38th Annual Comedy Night on May 14th! Real-time captioning, assistive listening devices, and sign-language interpreters ensure our audience never misses the punch line!

There’s still time to purchase tickets: https://secure.givelively.org/event/center-for-hearing-and-communication/38th-annual-comedy-night/38th-annual-comedy-night

So pleased to honor ZVRS with the Nitchie Award in Communications for their incredible mobile app that makes E911 geolocation services available to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Accepting the award, Mark Stern shared ZP Better Together's guiding principle of 'Every Conversation Matters', adding, "It serves as a reminder that access to communication is not merely a privilege but a fundamental human right." https://www.zvrs.com/news/e911-geolocation/

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Congratulations to Katherine Bouton, author and President of Hearing Loss Association of America NYC Chapter! Accepting CHC's Ruth R. Green Advocacy Award, Katherine reminded us that "When we ask for accommodations for ourselves, we’re asking for us all. When we advocate for ourselves, we advocate for all."

How loud is too loud? Sound is measured in units called decibels. Sounds at or below 70 A-weighted decibels are generally safe. NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health developed a free decibel meter app that can help you evaluate sound risks in your environment. Learn more for Day tomorrow: https://go.nih.gov/hqvl4Oa. Center for Hearing and Communication

Learn which common sounds might be hazardous to your hearing and take these simple steps to protect your hearing. https://www.chchearing.org/post/safe-listening-guide-decibel-levels-common-sounds

CHC's Safe Listening Guide with Decibel Levels for Common Sounds Protect Against Unsafe Sounds in Your EnvironmentJust in time for the 29th Annual International Noise Awareness Day! Here's a new Safe Listening Guide by the Center for Hearing and Communication—complete with decibel levels for common sounds and easy-to-remember safe listening tips.It's so critica...

Today is the 29th Annual International Noise Awareness Day! We're proud to have founded the campaign in 1996 and applaud all the partners who take part worldwide. Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent, yet preventable. Learn the facts about hearing protection. https://www.chchearing.org/post/hearing-protection-universal-custom-earplugs-shelby-platia-audiologist

Know the Facts About Hearing Protection Shelby Platia, AuDCHC Audiologist Shelby PlatiaIn honor of the 29th Annual International Noise Awareness Day (April 24), I'd like to take a look at hearing protection and consider what you need to know to make informed decisions about protecting your hearing from noise. But first, a few facts about....

Don’t miss our Director of Audiology discuss the link between untreated hearing loss and dementia as part of the Alzheimer's Association’s “Ask The Expert” series on May 9th.

Register here: https://alz-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqduioqTIqE9zo9wECpI_APi-Ag-YDAPv7 #/registration

CHC alum Matthew Ricker received a Volunteer Spirit Award by Volunteer N.Y. He was recognized for his radio show for the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce. Congrats, Matt, and many thanks for your volunteer work and fundraising support for CHC! https://www.lohud.com/story/news/local/westchester/2024/04/12/westchester-ny-top-volunteers-honored-annual-spirit-award-event/73301231007/

In honor of International Noise Awareness Day (4/24), CHC is taking a look at the soundscape of our daily lives. Have a sound that you love or loathe? Let us know in the comments section. And check back to see if your response is featured in our e-blast later this month.

CHC's Annual Awards Celebration and Reception takes place at 4pm on May 1st. Check out our super line up of honorees and others committed to improving life with hearing loss. Register today and note the venue just a few blocks from CHC-NY. https://secure.givelively.org/event/center-for-hearing-and-communication/chc-2024-awards-celebration-and-reception

Friends of CHC get a special discount off tickets and passes to ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York! Check out RALLY CAPS: The MOVIE and other inspiring films that put a spotlight on . Use discount code rffchc at https://reelabilities.org/newyork/

In honor of World Social Work Day, we want to thank all of our amazing psychotherapists in our Emotional Health and Wellness Center for all that they do!

CHC’s Emotional Health and Wellness Center offers mental health services for adults and children. All of our licensed social workers are fluent in ASL. Whether it’s through individual psychotherapy or support groups, CHC clinicians help their clients to determine the best possible road to emotional and psychological well-being. Click the link in our bio to visit our website and learn more!

Comedy Night tickets are on sale now! Join us for the 38th Annual Comedy Night, May 14th, at Gotham Comedy Club where all laughs are made accessible through real-time , and . Get your tickets today! https://bit.ly/2024ComedyNight