The Hearing Loss Association of Albany was instrumental in implementing a model program for hearing accessibility in hospitals called the Hearing Access 2000 program. A communication tips poster that was part of this program is included on this site. Today, we continue to meet for social activities and informative meetings at hospitals, libraries, churches, and offices throughout the capital district. The public is invited to these events. For more information about our informative newsletter for a trial period, either write or e-mail us at the addresses noted above. We welcome new members. Please join us at one of our events.
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The 27th Hearing Loss Association of Albany Picnic will be held at Jumpin Jack's Drive-In on Tuesday, July 27th at 6 PM. Jumpin Jack's is located on 5 Schonowe Ave in Scotia. just over the bridge past the Schenectady Community College. They have good burgers and ice cream! Join us for fun times with old and new friends while we watch the US Waterskiing Team perform some amazing feats on the Mohawk river.
Bring your own food or purchase something at JJ's. Look for balloons and you will find us. Bring a chair or blanket and hope for a nice summer's evening. The ski show starts at 6 PM Plan to get there early, especially if you are buying your dinner. If the show is cancelled because of inclement weather or low water level, there will be no picnic. Questions- contact hearhlaa@yahoo.com
For more info--- http://www.jumpinjacksdriveininc.com
http://www.uswaterskishowteam.com/events.htm#Events See you there!!!!
October 16 is the Walk4Hearing at Bowdoin Park in Wappingers Falls.
Thanks to our Members and professional associates for renewing their membership for 2010.
This is how we can keep you informed of worthwhile events that are happening locally. :)
Technology Advancements in Amplification and Tinnitus treatments
Monday May 17th at the NYSUT bldg on 800 Troy-Schenectady Rd in Latham
Free .2 ASHA CEU's--courtesy of the Capital Area Speech-Hearing-Association.If you want ceu credits, then you must RSVP to Catherine Kunz at CASHA.
Go to the site: www.cashany.org You will receive a confirmation e-mail when registration is received. The meeting is from 6- 8 PM. Please arrive prior to 6 PM.
The speakers include Christine Raffo, Au.D-review the new FDA approved tinnitus device for relaxation. Peggy O'Neil, Au.D-review "connectivity" in hearing aids and blue tooth devices. Debra Trees,Au.D-TransEar- a device for "single sided deafness".
Learning outcomes:
1.) Identify two of the latest advances in digital technology for amplification
2.) Describe Connectivity for hearing impaired persons
3.) Describe a non-invasive option for single sided deafness
4.) Name new technology in tinnitus therapy and define how it works.
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---------Professional Associates for 2010--------
Capital Region Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Group,LLP
Drs. Greenberg, De Vito, Dailey, Sher, Kopp, Cevera,Weiss, & Levenson.
Area code (518)Albany-482-9111 Troy--274-4110 Clifton Park 383-0065 Hudson--822-9111
Capital Region Ear Institute
1220 New Scotland Road, Slingerlands, NY
Dr. Foyt 518-439-4326
Albany ENT & Allergy Services, PC
400 Patroon Creek Boulevard Suite 209, Albany NY
Drs. Setzen, Kaufman, Kuhar, & Byrd
518-701-2010
St. Peter's Hearing & Speech--Slingerlands NY
518-475-7075
Communications Access Realtime Translation
518-371-4143 or 1-800-787-3376
The audiology Center
518-783-3110 ext 3004
Advanced Audiology Services
518-270-5802
Capital District Beginings
518-233-0544
Saratoga Ear, Nose and Throat Services
518-583-1553
HEAR USA
518-272-7323
WEBSITE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION--NEW DESIGN AND MORE DETAILS
TO COME. THANK YOU. THE DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATES WILL BE EXPANDED ALSO.
HLAA of Albany and the Capital Region Tinnitus group will have a special presentation about tinnitus and hearing loss by several Audiologists in May. More details to come. Dr. Chris Raffo, audiologist from Madison Hearing Center will present two different topics related to tinnitus devices and therapy. Dr. Debra Trees, Audiologist at St.Peter's Audiology clinic in Slingerlands will be the Moderator. Additonal speakers and topics are being considered for this meeting. Dr.Trees and Cathy Kunz, a speech pathologist are working to secure Continuing Education Credits throught the Capital Area Speech and Hearing Association in Albany.THANK FOR RENEWING YOUR DUES FOR 2010
email: HEARHLAA@yahoo.com
Information phone line: 518-488-8268