The holidays are right around the corner and there are so many things to do and enjoy. However, if you have hearing loss you might worry that it will cause you to miss out on some of your favorite parts of the holidays. Hearing aids can maximize your hearing and help to make sure you can properly celebrate the season.
Hearing Aids Help You Connect with Others 
Hearing aids improve your social relationships and make you feel more confident when communicating with others. One study found that nearly 70% of participants with hearing loss reported their ability to communicate improved after using hearing aids. Additionally, 75% of participants reported that at least one area of their life was improved by using hearing aids.
When it comes time for big holiday dinners and celebrations, your hearing aids will allow you to stress less about missing conversations and simply enjoy the company of your friends and loved ones.
Holiday Sounds You Don’t Want to Miss
People celebrate the holidays in all sorts of ways, but most of us have a few favorite sounds of the season. With hearing aids, you can fully appreciate sounds like:
- Christmas carolers going door to door.
- Church choirs singing.
- Laughter and conversation at the family dinner table.
- Snow crunching beneath your feet or falling off trees.
- A performance of some of your holiday favorites at Davies Symphony Hall.
- Your favorite Christmas movie.
- Laughter from your children or grandchildren when they open their gifts.
- A roaring fire to stave off the cold (or just for ambiance with San Francisco’s milder temperatures.)
Get a Hearing Test this Holiday Season
If you have hearing loss but have yet to seek treatment, give yourself a gift this holiday season and make an appointment with an audiologist. They can perform evaluations that test things like how your ears respond to loud sounds, how well you hear speech, and what kind of hearing loss you have. These evaluations are quick, painless and provide valuable insight into your hearing health.
If you have hearing loss, your audiologist will work with you to find the right pair of hearing aids for your specific needs and lifestyle. They will help guide you every step of the way and support you throughout the process.
For more questions about hearing aids, or to schedule an appointment with an expert, call San Francisco Audiology today.