What Is a Decibel?
Decibels are important when it comes to measuring hearing ability (or lack thereof). Before you can understand the information presented on your audiogram after a hearing exam, it’s important to know what a decibel is and how it is used in an audiologist’s office. Decibels Measure Sound Intensity Sound energy travels in waves that can…
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Hearing Assistance Dogs
Many have heard about seeing eye dogs, but fewer know about hearing assistance dogs. These animals are specially trained to help handlers with hearing impairment navigate through the world, and can alert the handler to warning sounds they may miss on their own. Assistance dogs are available worldwide in North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia,…
Sara Banks
Sara joined the team at Heuser Hearing & Language Academy in February 2020. She is a Louisville native and attended JCTC for medical coding/billing. Before joining Heuser, she worked at Avada Hearing Care, Humana, Spectrum and most recently Chick-fil-A. She has 3 amazing kids that keep her hopping with all of their activities.
Can Babies Wear Hearing Aids?
The first years of your child’s life are the most important in terms of speech and language development. If you child has hearing loss, it’s imperative that they are treated right away. Research shows that treating hearing loss before an infant is six month of age yields the best outcomes, which is why newborn hearing…
How Hearing Loss Affects Romance
More than 48 million Americans suffer from hearing loss, yet only one in five people who has it wears hearing aids. Even among those who do treat their hearing loss, the average person waits seven years between being diagnosed and actually purchasing devices. There are many reasons people may be hesitant to purchase hearing devices,…
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Teacher, Katie Telek, Named President of the Kentucky Educators for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
LOUISVILLE, KY (January 29th, 2020) – Heuser Hearing & Language Academy is proud to announce that Heuser educator Katie Telek has been named the “2020 President of the Kentucky Educators for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.” The Kentucky Educators for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is a non-profit organization designed to bring together…
What to Expect When You Decide to Treat Your Hearing Loss
The decision to treat your hearing loss may be a long time coming. This isn’t surprising, as most people wait an average of seven years to treat their hearing from the time they are first diagnosed. While the thought of becoming a hearing aid wearer may seem daunting, it should also be exciting! You’re on…
Virtual Beginning Sign Language Class – Adults
Join the excitement of learning sign language in our virtual class. Registrants will receive the login instructions to participate in the class virtually. Register here Where: Online When: Mondays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm from November 9 – December 14, classes build on one session after the other Cost: $60 for 6 classes For more…
Signing Exact English Class
Come join the excitement of learning Signing Exact English. Register here. Where: Heuser Hearing & Language Academy 2nd Floor 111 E. Kentucky St. Louisville, KY 40203 When: Monday Evenings, classes build on one session after the other. Each session is for 7 weeks Session 1: Feb 3 – March 16, 2020 Session 2: April 6,…
Why Newborn Hearing Screenings are Important
If you’ve recently had a baby in Louisville, before you left the hospital your newborn was given a hearing screening. This is crucial in detecting hearing loss early and preparing infants and their parents for intervention services that are necessary to ensure they succeed. The Importance of Early Intervention The vast majority of babies in…
Why You Should Never Bring Your Baby to the Movies
Busy parents looking for a break by catching a movie in Louisville have a checklist of items to make their theater-going experience enjoyable. These might include popcorn, candy and soda. If “baby” is also on that list, you should either hire a sitter or reschedule for when they are old enough to actually enjoy the…
Butterflies in Motion Luncheon Wins Inaugural Voice-Tribune Bestie Award for Best Daytime Party
Butterflies in Motion Luncheon Wins Inaugural Voice-Tribune Bestie Award for Best Daytime Party (November 21, 2019) Heuser Hearing & Language Academy’s Butterflies in Motion Luncheon has won an inaugural Voice-Tribune Bestie Award for Best Daytime Party. Voted on by Voice-Tribune readers, the awards celebrate over 100 of Louisville’s hometown favorites. The awards were presented on…
Hearing Loss in Kids Can Affect Brain’s Sound Processing
It has long been understood that deafness in early childhood is associated with permanent changes in the way the brain processes sound. New research shows that young kids with even mild to moderate hearing loss in Louisville will experience similar changes. Mild to Moderate Childhood Hearing Loss Researchers at the University of Cambridge conducted a…
Jeannie Livesay: Honoring 25 Years of Service
Twenty-five years ago, I was asked to be the Woman’s Club representative on the Heuser Hearing Institute Board of Directors. I was particularly interested in hearing health because my cousin Connie is deaf. She attended Gallaudet University and uses sign language. She has four hearing children. The Woman’s Club didn’t know that I had a…
CANCELED – Listen & Learn April
This event has been canceled. Listen & Learn with Heuser Hearing Institute Join us for an upcoming Listen & Learn, a one-hour interactive tour that demonstrates how we give the gift of sound and language to our community. To RSVP or to schedule a Listen & Learn for a group, contact Shannon Kisselbaugh at (502)…
Listen & Learn
Listen & Learn with Heuser Hearing Institute Join us for an upcoming Listen & Learn, a one-hour interactive tour that demonstrates how we give the gift of sound and language to our community. To RSVP or to schedule a Listen & Learn for a group, contact Shannon Kisselbaugh at (502) 371-9939 or shannonk@thehearinginstitute.org. All tours…
Barriers to Pediatric Hearing Aids
How common is hearing loss in children? Hearing loss is common in Kentucky, and it isn’t just confined to older adults; 1-3 out of every 1,000 Louisville babies are born with hearing loss, and almost 15 percent of children aged 6 to 19 have a low- or high-frequency hearing loss of at least 16 decibels…
How to Protect Your Kids’ Ears from Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is common across Kentucky, and it isn’t confined to older adults; nearly 15 percent of children aged 6-19 years old have a hearing impairment of at least 16 decibels (dB) in one or both ears in Louisville. Bilateral hearing loss (affecting both ears) of 40 dB or greater affects 1.4 out of every…
December Butterfly Society Volunteer Event
Join us for the Butterfly Society December Volunteer Event! Become a member of The Butterfly Society here. On December 10, Butterfly Society members will gather at Heuser Hearing & Language Academy to wrap gifts for students and staff. About The Butterfly Society: Sug Schusterman started the Butterfly Society in 2009 as a support system for…
October Butterfly Society Volunteer Event
Join us at the October Butterfly Society Volunteer Opportunity where we will make holiday gifts for the teachers and staff of Heuser Hearing & Language Academy. The Butterfly Society was formed in 2009 by the late Sug Schusterman, an influential longtime Heuser Hearing Institute Board member, to cultivate a support system for HHLA both financially…
WAVE 3s Shannon Cogan to Host the 5th Annual “Butterflies in Motion” Luncheon.
WAVE 3s Shannon Cogan to Host the 5th Annual“Butterflies in Motion” Luncheon. “Butterflies in Motion” Celebrates Your Favorite Movies while SupportingHeuser Hearing & Language Academy. New this year, the event Auctioneer is Elizabeth Monarch (October 14, 2019)- Held October 17th, 2019 at the Brown Hotel, this unique fundraiser attracts some of the city’s most gracious…
Facts for Louisville Parents with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Kids
Two to three out of every 1,000 babies are born with a hearing impairment in Louisville. Now that newborn hearing screenings are routine, most of these infants are diagnosed right away—a key step in preventing delays in speech-language, academic and social development. Parents face many challenges in caring for their deaf or hard of hearing…
iHeartMedia Louisville Announces 12 New Community Partners For The Upcoming Year
Louisville, KY.- October 1, 2019 – iHeartMedia Louisville announced today community partnerships with 12 nonprofit organizations that fall under the umbrella theme of Kids: Heart of Kentuckiana. Beginning October 1, iHeartMedia Louisville will support the mission of these organization through the stations’ assets including on-air, on stations’ websites and on social media. iHeartMedia Louisville will…
Conductive Hearing Loss Linked to Poor Academic Performance
It’s a new school year in Louisville, and many parents are anxious to see their kids succeed. But if those first report cards are less than stellar, there may be an underlying neurological reason associated with hearing loss. How Hearing Affects Schoolwork A new study by researchers at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, published in the…
Senior Benefits Alliance
JOIN SENIOR BENEFITS ALLIANCE AT HEUSER HEARING INSTITUTE! Senior Benefits Alliance can help you identify the best Medicare supplement for you. During Open Enrollment, SBA staff members will give Heuser Hearing Institute patients their undivided attention. Please stop by October 16, 2019 or November 13, 2019 from 9 AM-4 PM to discuss your needs. Classroom…
Senior Benefits Alliance
JOIN SENIOR BENEFITS ALLIANCE AT HEUSER HEARING INSTITUTE! Senior Benefits Alliance can help you identify the best Medicare supplement for you. During Open Enrollment, SBA staff members will give Heuser Hearing Institute patients their undivided attention. Please stop by October 16, 2019 or November 13, 2019 from 9 AM-4 PM to discuss your needs. Classroom…
Are Your Child’s Ears Ready for the New School Year?
Now that school is back in session, Louisville parents are once again getting into the habit of packing lunches, helping with homework questions and making sure their kids have the right supplies. While these are all essential to the learning process, have you made sure your kids’ ears are ready for the school year? Ensuring…
Becky Wilkinson
Becky Wilkinson is a seasoned teacher of the hearing impaired having taught for 44 years in Ohio and Kentucky. She received degrees in elementary education and hearing impaired education from Bowling Green State University. She later received her master’s degree and early childhood certification from the University of Louisville. Becky previously taught at Heuser Hearing…
Preventing Swimmer’s Ear in Louisville
Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of opportunity for Louisville kids to hit the swimming pool or splash around in the backyard. Doing so could lead to a potentially harmful infection called swimmer’s ear, but with a few simple steps, your kids can enjoy the last of the hot weather without worry…
What You Should Know About Eardrum Ruptures
Children and adults in Louisville who experience a ruptured eardrum end up dealing with pain, dizziness, hearing loss and other symptoms. Most heal on their own eventually but skipping a visit to the doctor increases your risk of infection. Understanding what causes these ruptures can help prevent them from occurring. What are the symptoms of…
Butterfly Society August Volunteer Event
It’s hard to believe that another school year is starting at Heuser Hearing & Language Academy! We are so grateful to the Butterfly Society members who give their time, talent, and treasure throughout the year for the students and staff. Our first volunteer opportunity this school year is welcoming our teachers and staff back to…
Can Hand Dryers Hurt Kids’ Ears?
There are many sources of noise pollution in Louisville. Ordinary, everyday sounds can damage the hair cells of the inner ear, leading to irreversible hearing loss. We’re used to hearing about loud music, sporting events and recreational activities such as riding jet skis and dirt bikes. A Canadian teen wondered whether something far less obvious…
HHLA At Jason’s Deli
Celebrate our Give for Good Louisville campaign and enjoy a delicious dinner at Jason’s Deli at 410 N Hurstbourne, Louisville, KY 40222 on Thursday, September 15 anytime from 5 – 8 pm. Heuser Hearing & Language Academy will receive 20% to help our students who are deaf or hard of hearing. We look forward to…
Heuser Hearing Institute at the Kentucky State Fair
Stop by the Heuser Hearing Institute booth at the Kentucky State Fair for a free hearing screening and information about hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, hearing aids, cochlear implants and speech therapy.
More Young Hearing Loss Patients Can Blame Technology
Technology can streamline and simplify life but may also be the bane of our existence. Take music, for instance. Streaming services like Spotify enable you to carry more songs in your pocket than you could fit into an airplane hangar, and earbuds let you listen to those tunes in high-quality stereo on the go. But…
Traveling with Hearing-Impaired Children
Hearing loss doesn’t only affect seniors and older Americans. An estimated three million children in the U.S. struggle with hearing loss to a certain degree – a fact that poses daily challenges. For parents in Louisville with a hearing-impaired child, even simple activities that others take for granted, such as traveling, require extra planning. The…
Tinnitus Treatment
Tinnitus is described as the subjective perception of sound when no external sound is present. Many patients report sounds consistent with ringing in the ears, however, tinnitus can be described as any sound. Some examples include but are not limited to; clicking, humming, roaring, buzzing, hissing, and whooshing. The U.S. Center for Disease Control estimates…
A Conversation with Irv Stumler
Brett Bachmann, CEO of Heuser Hearing Institute, recently sat down with Irv Stumler, longtime volunteer, to discuss the school’s history and his involvement. Brett: How did you first get involved with the Louisville Deaf Oral School (LDOS), now Heuser Hearing & Language Academy? Irv: When I joined the Kiwanis Club of Louisville in 1970, our…
Free Hearing Screenings
Have you had your hearing checked lately? Heuser Hearing Institute offers free hearing screenings at our five area locations. Questions? Call us at (502) 584-3573. How do you know if you need a hearing screening? The symptoms of hearing loss appear gradually, as it is a progressive condition. Because of this, many do not realize…
Hearing Loss in Cancer Survivors Can Affect Reading Skills
Kids who have survived cancer in Louisville have a higher risk of hearing loss – and that can lead to poor reading skills, according to a new study from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Survivors with Hearing Loss Beating the odds and surviving a brain tumor is a celebratory occasion for anybody fortunate enough to…
Professional Development Gold Day
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Brain Boosters: How Hearing Aids May Help Cognition, Balance, and Tinnitus
Heuser Hearing Institute would like to invite you to a presentation Brain Boosters: How Hearing Aids May Help Cognition, Balance, and Tinnitus Please join us on June 19 for a presentation discussing how hearing aids are beneficial beyond “hearing” and can have a positive impact on other areas of our lives, such as cognition, balance,…
Our Locations
We aim to support, promote and create healthy hearing throughout the Kentucky and Indiana communities we serve. Get more information about the location nearest you by viewing the locations below.
About
Mission and History Heuser Hearing & Language Academy is a comprehensive educational community that exists to empower those with hearing loss or speech, language and communication disorders to reach their full potential and effectively participate in the community. Formerly the Louisville Deaf Oral School, Heuser Hearing & Language Academy was established in 1948 through a…
Can a Smartphone App Diagnose Hearing Loss?
Ear infections are the most common reason parents bring their kids to the doctor in Louisville. They occur when fluid builds up in the middle ear, resulting in pain and discomfort. Younger children are unable to verbalize how poorly they are feeling, leaving parents reliant on a pediatrician or ear, nose and throat specialist for…
Help Your Kids Avoid Hearing Loss
Hearing loss may be more common in older adults, but it can affect people of all ages – even kids. Hearing-impaired children in Louisville face even more challenges than adults; not only do they struggle to communicate, but depending on their age, they can experience developmental delays, have trouble adjusting socially and suffer from academic…
Ribbon Cutting – PNC Foundation Awards Nearly $50,000 Grant For New PNC Music Garden & Outdoor Learning Lab
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – May 09, 2019 – Heuser Hearing & Language Academy (HHLA) receives a $48,937 grant from the PNC Foundation to build a new PNC Music Garden & Outdoor Learning Lab for its students. The Official Ribbon Cutting of both spaces will take place Tuesday May 14th at Heuser Hearing & Language Academy (11…
Louisville Non-profit brings 177th Acoustical Society of America Meeting to Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY., (April 18, 2019) – The Heuser Hearing Institute, a local nonprofit that serves the needs of individuals with hearing and balance disorders, has attracted the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) to Louisville. ASA will hold its 177th meeting at the Galt House downtown, May 13th -17th. ASA is an international scientific society devoted…