HearingLossNation

The Social Network for the Young and Hard of Hearing

HearingLossNation is a non-profit online community designed specifically for HoH individuals between the ages of 18 and 35.

Members

  • Abbie
  • Jennifer Thorpe
  • Jennifer Cheng
  • Olivia Bills
  • Sarah
  • Patrick
  • Jayna Altman
  • Zac La Fratta

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Welcome to HearingLossNation!

Dear members and visitors,

My message is a simple one. Though HearingLossNation will be loosely adminstered by volunteers affiliated with the Hearing Loss Association of America, make no mistake, this is YOUR community. So, personalize, create, post, and upload to your heart's content!

Click on the "My Page" tab above to get started!

Patrick Holkins, creator of HearingLossNation

Update (12.29.2008):
Be sure to check out the long-overdue welcome video, which I've also posted under the "Videos" section.

So, what's the deal with all this “young” talk?

I’m sure some of you are wondering why HLAA has chosen to design and publicize HearingLossNation as a network specifically for younger generations of hard of hearing Americans when, in fact, hearing loss is a condition that affects people of all ages.

As the AARP reports, of the 30-some million Americans with hearing loss, nearly two thirds are 55 and older. In turn, most of the services provided by the hearing health community have traditionally been geared towards this age-group.

Yet the fact remains that there are millions of young Americans living with hearing loss who, at times, face challenges distinctly different than those experienced by older hard of hearing individuals. An HLAA initiative, HearingLossNation was designed in an effort to reach out to hard of hearing people between the ages of 18 and 35 by appealing to their unique needs and interests.

It is not our goal (nor our intent) to exclude anyone from responsibly particpating in the HearingLossNation community, but rather to ensure that this network remains a place where young HoH individuals feel comfortable interacting and sharing their experiences.

For more information on our mission, visit the forum page.

Latest Activity

Desiree is now a member of HearingLossNation
yesterday
Thanks! I am crossing my fingers that I get to go! as soon as I find out I will let you know, I would love to join a panel
yesterday
Hearing Loss Association - DC Chapter. For Metro Area Members and base for National Virtual Members.
on Tuesday
on Tuesday
Kristen Hendricks updated their profile photo
on Tuesday
Kristen Hendricks added a discussion
Hello! I have been looking to meet others like myself for a looooooong time. I came across this site through a book that referenced the ALDA. I'm relieved that there is a group out there for me. If anyone knows how I can get involved and start mee...
on Tuesday
Kristen Hendricks and Sarah Aziz joined HearingLossNation
on Tuesday
Sarah Aziz added 3 events
on Tuesday

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Blog Posts

Rhi

LACK OF CAPTIONS ON RENTAL COPIES OF DISNEY'S "UP"

Posted by Rhi on November 16, 2009 at 7:49pm — 3 Comments

HUSSEIN KHAWAJA

Away from the others?

Posted by HUSSEIN KHAWAJA on November 17, 2009 at 6:43am

Ashleighe

I wrote this like a week ago-But wanted to share!

Posted by Ashleighe on August 11, 2009 at 6:17pm — 8 Comments

Patrick

HLAA and Hearing Loss in the NYT!

Posted by Patrick on July 25, 2009 at 5:46pm — 4 Comments

Forum

Svetlana Kouznetsova

HLAA 2010 conference topics 1 Reply

Started by Svetlana Kouznetsova in General Forum. Last reply by LK 1 day ago.

Kristen Hendricks

DC area?

Started by Kristen Hendricks in General Forum Nov 24.

Fiona

Hearing loss: the "invisible" disability 10 Replies

Started by Fiona in General Forum. Last reply by Kari Greer Nov 22.

Cobalt Orchard

Getting Sick and Hearing Loss 2 Replies

Started by Cobalt Orchard in General Forum. Last reply by Sister Sue Nov 9.

Naj

Deaf vs. Hard of Hearing 3 Replies

Started by Naj in General Forum. Last reply by Sarah S Nov 6.

 
 

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