by Sarah | Sep 7, 2021 | Blog
We’ve all heard it before- people saying their family member just has ‘selective hearing’! It can be frustrating to live with someone when it feels like they are ignoring you or choosing not to listen to what you have to say. But what is selective hearing? And how can...
by Sarah | Jun 1, 2021 | Blog
A few years ago, studies were published that showed a connected between untreated hearing loss and dementia and cognitive decline. Some studies even indicate that untreated hearing loss can speed up the progression of cognitive decline in older adults. Because of...
by Sarah | May 25, 2021 | Blog
Hearing loss doesn’t usually happen overnight. Most people’s hearing changes gradually. For this reason, it can be hard to know whether you need a hearing test, but there are some clear signs. Is it time for a hearing test? Probably, if you’ve noticed any of the...
by Sarah | Apr 14, 2021 | Blog
Most people know someone with hearing aids- and many of us also know someone who has been unsuccessful with their hearing aids. They might be uncomfortable, unhelpful in certain situations, or they might not be worn at all! If you think you might need hearing aids,...
by Sarah | Feb 23, 2021 | Blog
If a member of your household has hearing loss, communication can breakdown. There are so many difficult scenarios just inside your home that might cause miscommunication, which can lead to stress, tension, and even arguments! This blog post is all about communication...
by Sarah | Feb 16, 2021 | Blog
Today’s Guest Blog Post entitled Love Relate- Communicate! is by Andrea Nettel, Counsellor and Founder of The Family Counselling Center in Valyland, Fish Hoek. Love Relate – Communicate! Relate and Connect! At the very essence of our being we are...
