A common misconception is that deaf people can’t hear music. Although this may be true depending on the level of hearing loss a person has, it doesn’t mean deaf people can’t access or be entertained by music. Music can be […]
Tim Cook, a deaf, blind man, needed help communicating on his most recent flight from Boston to California, and unexpectedly ended up communicating and connecting with a 15-year-old girl who knows sign language. The flight attendants made an announcement asking […]
Are you a teenager with a passion for hearing loss advocacy and hearing technology? The new Phonak Teen Advisory Board program is perfect for you. As the future of hearing technology changes, experts in the hearing aid industry are looking […]
14-year-old Reuben Litherland from Derby, UK has received an invite to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Royal Wedding as recognition for the things he’s done for the deaf community. “When I opened the letter… I actually danced around the room! I […]
Finding out what works best for you in school can be frustrating. It’s hard to pinpoint what accommodations help classroom learning. Here are my tips:
Most people think that hearing loss is associated with old age, but in fact anybody can have a hearing loss, including teenagers like me! I’m turning 20 next month, so with 7 years of experience, here’s the dl on what […]
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 clubbing. Of course, going clubbing is not for everyone, but […]
As Christmas quickly approaches, it can be difficult to know what to gift a deaf or hard of hearing teenager.
Ellie walks us through a typical day and shares the challenges, perks and communication preferences for a deaf teenager.
