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How does hearing loss change you?

Hearing Loss | Last Active: Jun 22 9:15am | Replies (172)

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Don't know where to start. In my 70's & have had a hearing problem most of my life. Have had hearing aids for 10 years & they have helped a lot. Tested for cochlear & told I am not a good candidate. So I still struggle with certain situation, places, people - you know what I mean. Have a group of lady friends who are all aware & considerate of my problem, so consider myself lucky. But...I had a situation with my son 6 months ago. I didn't hear a comment, continued talking, and was screamed at by my son to 'shut up.' I was frightened - and embarrassed as other family members were there. Our relationship has been strained since & I have not been back to their home. I asked him for a face to face conversation & was ignored. I'm a tough old bird - have a bit of pride - so telling me to 'suck it up' & move on doesn't settle well with me. I think I am entitled to a degree of respect. God forbid I hope anyone listening has not experienced this. But I really would appreciate feedback.

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Hearing loss is a tough disability and many think hearing loss is a sign of not being intelligent. When I moved into a new neighborhood I told them I had hearing loss. Some thought that meant I was stupid. I never associated with those neighbors because you cannot retrain someone with those feelings. The best one can do for oneself is to join the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA). You meet folks who have hearing loss and learn how they accommodate this disability. There are many items for you to choose and you also learn how to purchase a hearing aid /cochlear implant. Now you feel that you are not the only one with hearing loss. It is a fantastic organization. There are many accommodations now with captioning on TV, attending movies, or live plays.
If someone on the job makes fun of you they can now be fired.