For those who don't know what hearing loops and telecoils are, go to hearingloop.org You'll find all the information you need to understand why telecoils are so important and why hearing loops are so terrific. Then take a gander at loopwisconsin.org Thanks to advocates in Wisconsin there are over 400 hearing loops installed in the state. They are in libraries, performing arts centers, schools, worship centers, community centers, etc. If people don't ask for these accommodations, they don't get installed. Hard of hearing people are entitled to 'communication access' by virtue of the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, that legislation states that if accommodations are not requested they don't have to be provided. We can do this, but everyone has to get in the game!