As families gather for Thanksgiving, it’s important to consider those who may experience hearing difficulties and ensure they can fully participate in holiday activities. Suggestions include notifying the host about hearing needs to secure an optimal seating arrangement or environment, minimizing background noise if hosting, taking breaks when needed, and encouraging others to face you and speak clearly. If hearing loss has become a significant concern, especially in noisy settings, it’s crucial to seek help by contacting a hearing care professional for a test and to explore solutions like hearing aids that can help maintain connections with loved ones.
As families and friends gather for Thanksgiving this year, be mindful that some may not have the ability to hear well and be fully engaged in holiday activities. If you are noticing that you or someone you love may not be hearing as well this year, here are some suggestions for staying present and engaged in your holiday events this year:
- Notify the host that you experience trouble hearing so that your needs can be accommodated, such as being seated in the middle of the table or socializing in rooms with less echo.
- If you’re the host, keep background music to a minimum and ensure any other louder event (TV or games) are set away from the socializing area.
- Take a break if you start to feel tired or overwhelmed. Take a walk outside or find a quieter spot to rest.
- Remember that family and friends will most likely want to be helpful. Ask them to face you if they are speaking and to speak naturally, clearly and distinctly.
If you have ignored your hearing loss and you’ve been concerned about your ability to hear others in a crowded space, it’s time for action. Contact a local hearing care professional to share your hearing concerns, ask questions, get a hearing test, and learn how hearing aid technology could be the solution to keeping you connected to your loved ones.
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