December 30, 2016
Hearing Like Me top stories 2016

Top 10 Hearing Like Me articles of 2016

Did you miss the most talked about hearing loss stories of 2016? From deaf athletes to breaking down stigmas, we’ve rounded up the top 10 Hearing Like Me articles of […]
December 29, 2016
deaf memes

8 Memes that Describe the Deafie Struggle

Memes are a fun way to share an idea, behavior, or style from person to person within a culture. As a teenager, I use memes a lot when connecting with my […]
December 28, 2016
Hearing Loss Affected my Relationship

How my Hearing Loss Affected my Relationships and What I Learned

I noticed that my social connections began to change in many ways. Hearing loss affected my relationships!
December 27, 2016
Tips to Music after Hearing Loss

How to Enjoy Music after Hearing Loss

Does hearing loss affect how we enjoy music? If so, is it possible to regain our enjoyment of music even after hearing loss? Many of us with hearing loss have […]
December 26, 2016
is silence good for people with hearing loss?

Is Silence Good for People who have Hearing Loss?

What role does silence play in our lives, and our health and well-being?
December 23, 2016
Deaf Barefoot Water Skier

Navigating 50 States as a Deaf Barefoot Water Skier

When I turned 50, I wanted to do something epic to celebrate my fifth decade. After a couple of exciting years of rediscovering my passion for barefoot water skiing, I […]
December 22, 2016
Tips for going clubbing with hearing loss

Teen Life: My Deaf friends don’t like clubbing

Clubbing is a popular activity for many young adults, but after going to parties with my friends, I’ve noticed a few reasons why some of my Deaf friends don’t like […]
December 21, 2016
who is at risk for noise-induced hearing loss

Who is at risk from noise-induced hearing loss?

There are two factors that affect the likelihood of noise causing damage to hearing – the power of the sound, and the length of exposure to it.
December 20, 2016
5 Hearing Loss Issues that Defined 2016

5 Hearing Loss Issues that Defined 2016

Breaking stigmas, innovative technologies, new research and new perceptions have made 2016 a defining year for deaf culture.
December 19, 2016

5 Holiday Sensory Games to Play with your Deaf Child

Deaf children tend to respond really well to games that stimulate all of the senses, which is why I have gathered 5 of my favorite DIY sensory activities.
December 16, 2016

5 Perfect Gifts for Deaf Teens

As Christmas quickly approaches, it can be difficult to know what to gift a deaf or hard of hearing teenager.
December 15, 2016
What is it like to be a deaf teen?

What is it like to be a deaf teen?

Ellie walks us through a typical day and shares the challenges, perks and communication preferences for a deaf teenager.
December 14, 2016
Tips for going out with hearing loss

Party like a deafie: Tips for going out with hearing loss

Attending social situations and parties can be daunting as a deaf teen, I've learned some things about dealing with social situations along the way.
December 14, 2016
#hearinglosshour

#HearingLossHour: Accessibility, hearing loss and the Arts

Facilitated by one of our Hearing Like Me bloggers, and supported by Phonak, #Hearinglosshour, is one hour a month devoted to discussions about living with hearing loss. It takes place […]
December 13, 2016
Gift ideas for Hearing Aid Users

Practical Gift Ideas for Hearing Aid Users

When it comes to giving gifts for people with hearing loss, there are two ways to go – practical gifts, things the recipient will find useful but wouldn’t necessarily buy for […]
December 12, 2016
deaf indian dancer boy on Super Dancer

Deaf Indian Boy Wows Judges on ‘Super Dancer’

A deaf Indian boy leaves the judges and audience in tears on an Indian Hindi reality dance television series, 'Super Dancer.'
December 9, 2016

This is how you should actually talk about deaf people in Pop Culture

It’s great that more deaf people in Pop Culture are helping break down stigmas of hearing loss. But there are some things to remember when portraying them.
December 8, 2016
signing Santa

Girl’s reaction to signing Santa will make your day

One little girl received a magical Christmas surprise this year, when she met a special Santa. Betsy, 3, who has hearing loss, vision impairment and Down’s syndrome, was to tell […]
December 7, 2016

Why cinemas should follow accessibility regulations

Does your cinema follow accessibility regulations? A while back, I wrote a blog post about my experiences at the cinema with my hearing loss. Since then, it’s sad to say I’ve […]
December 6, 2016
what are the best toys for hearing impaired babies

These are the best toys for hearing impaired babies

Are talking toys for deaf children naughty or nice? If you walk into a toy store this holiday season, chances are you may be bombard with repetitive tunes, mechanical voices […]