Necessary Components Of A Successful Solution

Finding a successful solution requires several factors (in order of importance):

· Recognition by the person with a hearing problem that a hearing problem exists.

· Willingness to solve the hearing problem.

· Full participation in this solution process.

· The patience and support of family and friends.  Others need to understand how they can help improve the listening environment by reducing competing sounds (i.e., turning down the TV volume when speaking).  Moving closer and facing the person with a hearing loss when speaking is also very helpful.

 

The experience and skills of the hearing health care team to be utilized in:

a.) Accurately measuring the hearing loss

b.) Relating the test findings to listening needs

c.) Prescribing an appropriate solution

d.) Adequately counseling the individual and the family with the hearing problem

e.) Effective follow-up or aftercare services

A great deal of learning and experience has been acquired by members of the hearing health care profession.  These professionals will apply their knowledge and skills to help people to hear well again.  The more a person knows about his or her hearing problem and the solutions available, the more prepared this person will be to communicate with these professionals.  Professionals will listen and explain their recommendations.