Deva North
Deva North is a visual art and theater educator, multidisciplinary artist, puppet fabricator, and long-time quilter. She has worked with students at Heuser since 2022. Prior to teaching at Heuser, she worked with students of all ages in classrooms, gardens, and theaters at Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary, Western Middle School for the Performing Arts, Manual High…
Savannah Daughtery
Kentucky State Fair
The Heuser Hearing Institute and KY HEARS booth will be open daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm every day during the state fair. Come visit our booth to see inside your own ear, check out exciting displays, take a picture at our photobooth, take a short hearing screening and receive free ear gear! Location:…
Can Ear Infections Cause Hearing Loss?
The most commonly associated symptom with ear infections is ear pain. However, ear infections can also cause muffled hearing or hearing loss. This hearing loss is usually temporary in nature and returns to normal once the infection clears up. Some people who experience severe, chronic ear infections may be at a higher risk of permanent…
Morgan Haysley
Morgan Eads attended the University of Louisville, obtaining a degree in Psychology and a Master’s of Science in Communicative Disorders. She has always been passionate about working with children. Morgan also enjoys playing volleyball, being outside and spending time with her husband and puppy. She is thrilled to be a part of Heuser’s family and…
Chase Sereno
Chase is an audiologist who completed his doctorate at Salus University Osborne College of Audiology. Chase graduated with his bachelor’s in communications sciences and disorders with deaf education from Utah State University. He is originally from Oswego, New York, and has loved the culture here in Louisville since moving for his residency. Chase is interested…
Alumni Spotlight: Michael Shea
I attended Louisville Deaf Oral School from 1994-1996 after being diagnosed with hearing loss when I was nearly 5 years old. My parents noticed that my vocabulary was very limited in the years prior to our appointment with an audiologist. They met with a number of other specialists and received a number of misdiagnoses before…
Protect Your Hearing on July 4
As the Fourth of July nears and growing numbers of Americans are reporting hearing loss, the American Academy of Audiology and Heuser Hearing Institute are cautioning the public to protect their hearing during firework displays. Noise from fireworks can reach up to 155 decibels. To put this into perspective, this is louder than a jet…
HHLA Back-to-School Summer Camp
Register now for our Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Back-to-School Summer Camp! Week One will be from July 17 to July 21. Week Two will be from July 24 to July 28. Both will be full-day camps from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Scan the QR code on the flyer or click here to sign…
How To Use Headphones While Wearing Hearing Aids
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” Hearing aid technology has advanced at a rapid pace in recent years. One of the latest features is the ability for your hearing aids to act like wireless earbuds using Bluetooth® technology. However,…
HHLA 1/2 Day Summer Camp
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy will be bringing the farm to the academy from June 5-9! Please register for the HHLA 1/2 day summer camp by scanning the QR code on the flyer or clicking here. The camp is available to current, incoming and past HHLA students and their siblings aged 3-7. If you would…
Town Hall With Rep. McGarvey
On June 3, please join Rep. McGarvey at Heuser Hearing Institute for a discussion about the impact of gun violence in our Louisville community and the policy solutions needed to address it.
Heuser Patient Sherry Martinez Credits the Institute with Giving Her Hope for Recovery
My vestibular dysfunction journey began with a vision loss event while I was at work. Though it was temporary, it was one of the scariest things I’ve ever experienced. What followed were many symptoms including dizziness, difficulty with balance, visual processing issues, motion related issues, cognitive function deficits, severe light sensitivity, multiple sensory issues, a…
Internships at Heuser Hearing Institute
We are looking for interns. Opportunities: Join us at Heuser Hearing Institute, where we’re committed to promoting the wellbeing of our community through exceptional hearing care. Interested in becoming part of our team? Please call us at 502-584-3573.
Careers
Heuser Hearing Institute is a comprehensive community that empowers those with hearing loss or speech, language and communication disorders to reach their full potential and effectively participate in the community. If you are interested in applying for any of our open positions, please read below for details and contact information. Open Positions Clinical Fellows in…
Here’s How You Can Protect Your Ears While Exercising Outdoors
Nicer weather means you’ll want to spend more time outdoors, even to exercise. However, when doing so, it’s important to take measures to protect your ears and hearing. We review tips for this below. Wear Hearing Protection If you’re going to be going for a run through Levy Park on Eastside Street where they could…
In Remembrance
Tiffanie Fuller
It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of our colleague and friend, Tiffanie Fuller. Tiffanie was on her way to work on Friday, March 30, 2023 when she got into a tragic motor vehicle accident that claimed her life. She has been part of our Heuser family for…
Alumni Spotlight: Grant Scheynost
My name is Grant Scheynost and I graduated from the Louisville Deaf Oral School in 2000. After LDOS, I attended JCPS schools and graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology in 2016 with a degree in management information systems. I currently work as an Informaticist for Humana analyzing pharmaceutical data. During my free time, I’m either…
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Vacation Packing Essentials for People with Hearing Loss
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” If you’re among this population and you’re preparing to go on vacation, you may need to do a little extra preparation. Below we review your vacation packing essentials for people…
Speech Camp
When: April 3-7, 2023 Help your child spring into speech at our speech therapy camp! From April 3-7, participants ages 3-7 will focus on verbal communication, mastering emotions, sensory exploration and expressive dance. Camp starts at 9 a.m. and continues through 4 p.m. each day, with before and after care available. Admission is $200. To…
Speech Therapy Camp
Speech Therapy Camp Ages: 3-7 Admission: $200 More Information: speechcamp@thehearinginstitute.org When: April 3-7, 2023 9:00am – 4:00pm Donate Volunteer
Mayor’s Give A Day 2023 | Metro United Way’s Volunteer Connection
Heuser Hearing Landscaping & Gardening – Mayor’s Give A Day 2023 | Metro United Way’s Volunteer Connection. Help Heuser Hearing & Language Academy get our campus ready for spring on Mayor’s Give A Day! Volunteers will help with weeding, mulching, and planting flowers on our downtown campus. Gloves and gardening tools will be provided. Lunch…
Alumni Spotlight! Abby Baker
Abby Baker graduated from HHLA in 2014. She is now 13 and a seventh grader at Christian Academy. Since leaving HHLA, Abby has done exceptionally well—she’s a great student, friend and very outgoing. One of Abby’s favorite pastimes is field hockey. She plays field hockey for her school team and is also a club player for IFHCK. However, don’t let…
How To Choose a Cell Phone When You Have Hearing Aids
Hearing aids have evolved over the years to not only improve your listening experience but connect with other technology as well, including cell phones. If you’re in the market for a new phone and want to make sure they work well with your hearing aids, let’s examine what you should look for before you head…
Tips for Planning a Cruise with Hearing Aids
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “In 2019, 7.1% of adults aged 45 and over used a hearing aid; use was higher among men than women in all age groups.” If you’re among this population who wears hearing aids and you’re planning a cruise with your family or friends, below we…
Alumni Spotlight! George Payne Sr.
George Payne Sr. was born in 1949. His mother found out about Louisville Deaf Oral School (now Heuser Hearing & Language Academy) through a newspaper article in 1952 and was then enrolled in 1953. At LDOS, he learned to speak, read and write in the carriage house behind the Woman’s Club of Louisville. The carriage…
How Do Our Brain’s Expectations Influence What We Hear?
Our ears and our brains work together to help us hear. Soundwaves from your environment are captured by the outer ear and travel down the ear canal, which leads to the eardrum. When the soundwave hits the eardrum, a vibration is created, which passes through three tiny bones within the middle ear called the malleus,…
Julia Watson
Julia Watson joined the Heuser team in January 2023. She earned her bachelor’s degree in communication from Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, listening to music, spending time with family and playing with her australian shepherd.
Alumni Association Social
Save the Date for an Alumni Association Social! For questions contact Will Frentz at wfrentz@thehearinginstitute.org.
Take Advantage of Our Conservation and Occupational Safety Program
Want to protect your resources and keep employees safe through protection, prevention and training? Heuser Hearing Institute now offers a special Conservation and Occupational Safety Program that exceed Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA)/Mining Safety and Health (MSHA) Guidelines. Our program is flexible and convenient—we provide testing at any time, day or night, to accommodate your…
Is It Safe to Sleep with Headphones or Earbuds?
Whether you live in the city and you’re trying to drown out the noises or you find listening to music or a sleepcast to be relaxing, you may be tempted to sleep with headphones or earbuds in. But is doing so safe for your hearing? We answer this question below. What the Research Shows A…
How Do Audiologists Diagnose Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, humming or buzzing sound in the ears with no external source, especially in quiet environments like Louisville Free Public Library. For some, it is a mild nuisance, while for others, it is a debilitating experience. Getting diagnosed is key to improving your quality of life. However, because…
Introducing KY HEARS Healthcare Initiative
KY HEARS is a statewide hearing healthcare initiative designed to increase access to hearing care, especially in rural areas throughout Kentucky. The initiative began through a collaborative effort between Heuser Hearing Institute, Kentucky lawmakers, the executive branch and other stakeholders. The goal of KY HEARS is to remove barriers to care, helping Kentuckians gain equal…
Get into the Spooky Spirit with Your Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is common. In fact, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, two to three of every 1,000 babies in the U.S. is born with a detectable level of hearing loss in one or both ears, and one in eight people ages 12 and older has hearing loss in both…
Taivya Todd
Taivya Todd joined the Heuser Hearing & Language Academy team in 2022. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Human performance from the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky. Taivya pursued that degree because of her love for the human body and how it works. Her post-degree goals include helping to close…
Tinnitus Workshop
Tinnitus Workshop Visitors will learn about tinnitus, the causes of tinnitus, and treatment strategies from equipment to therapeutic. In-person and Zoom options are available. In-person meeting will take place at Heuser Hearing Institute, 117 East Kentucky Street, Louisville, KY 40203. Register for in-person here. Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3739482455?pwd=MWJqRmRGMDZzamhYRTNJS0lMWEZwZz09 Meeting ID: 373 948 2455 Passcode: 133659
Tinnitus Workshop
Tinnitus Workshop Visitors will learn about tinnitus, the causes of tinnitus, and treatment strategies from equipment to therapeutic. In-person and Zoom options are available. In-person meeting will take place at Heuser Hearing Institute, 117 East Kentucky Street, Louisville, KY 40203. Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3739482455?pwd=MWJqRmRGMDZzamhYRTNJS0lMWEZwZz09 Meeting ID: 373 948 2455 Passcode: 133659
Protect Your Hearing During These Fall Activities
Undoubtedly, you’ve seen the return of pumpkin spice lattes and noticed the sun setting a little earlier each day. That can only mean that fall is upon us. As you look forward to your favorite fall activities, it’s always good to know how to care for your hearing health during this season. Popular Fall Activities…
Heuser Hearing Institute Receives $3 Million from Commonwealth of Kentucky for Approved “KY HEARS Healthcare Initiative”
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 30th, 2022): The Heuser Hearing Institute is thrilled and honored to announce the approval of the “KY HEARS Healthcare Initiative,” a program aimed at closing the education and employment gap for Kentuckians who are deaf or hard of hearing. The initiative is the result of a collaborative effort by Heuser, Kentucky lawmakers,…
Heuser Hearing Institute and Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Voted “Best” for Second Straight Year
Louisville, Ky. (Aug. 18, 2022) – Both Heuser Hearing Institute and Heuser Hearing & Language Academy were recognized for a second straight year in the Courier Journal’s 2022 “Best of the Best” Community Choice Awards ceremony. Community members vote on these lists to honor businesses, organizations and people throughout the state of Kentucky. The “Best of…
Over-The-Counter Devices
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Increase Accessibility to Treatment If you’ve heard of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, then you may have also heard you don’t need a prescription to purchase them. While they are convenient to buy and often cheaper than the prescription hearing aid alternative, patients will benefit from a licensed medical professional’s oversight. They can…
Myth vs. Reality: Hearing Loss, OTC Hearing Aids & You
On Oct. 19, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a landmark proposal intended to improve access to and reduce the cost of hearing aid technology for millions of Americans. The agency proposed a rule to establish a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. When finalized, the rule will allow hearing aids…
Fighting Fires and Hearing Loss
Everyone knows that fighting fires can be a dangerous job. The men and women of the Louisville Fire Department put themselves at risk every day to keep those in our community safe. While some risks are obvious, one that may surprise you is that firefighters are at a higher risk of hearing loss. The…
August is National Make-A-Will Month
August is National Make-A-Will Month. Do you still need to make your will? Whether you’ve been too busy or simply don’t know how, here are the top ten reasons to make a will. 1. Save your loved ones time, money, and stress. Most estates go through probate to start the legal process for distributing assets upon…
United Auto Workers Program
Heuser Hearing Institute is committed to serving the community’s hearing healthcare needs. We are proud to support the hearing health of United Auto Workers and offer UAW members and their families exclusive discounts. Program Benefits Program benefits for you and your family include: Free annual hearing screenings Risk-free hearing aid trial 10% off hearing aids…
Understanding Sounds: How Do Amplitudes & Frequencies Impact Hearing?
The word “sound” describes a type of energy that travels in waves. You can measure these waves in two ways: amplitude, which is reported in decibels (dB), and frequency, which is reported in Hertz (Hz). In this post, we review how amplitudes and frequencies impact your hearing. What Is Amplitude? Amplitude refers to the pressure…
Jessica Bishop
Dr. Jessica Bishop obtained her bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders and a minor in psychology from Florida State University. She earned her Doctor of Audiology degree from the University of South Alabama in May 2021. She currently holds her ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A). Prior to joining the Heuser team, Dr. Bishop…
Devon Woodlee
Dr. Devon Woodlee joined Heuser Hearing Institute in July 2022. She is a retired public school administrator with 27 years of experience in education. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a Master of Education and a doctorate in educational leadership. Throughout her career in education, she used her skills in organizational structure, strategic planning, professional development,…
What Happens at a Follow-Up Audiology Appointment?
Follow-up appointments are just as important as your initial hearing aid fitting. Let’s look at what to expect as well as things you can do to get the most out of your appointment. Why Do I Need a Follow-Up Hearing Aid Appointment? The National Institutes of Health recommend a follow-up appointment 6 to 12 weeks…