Hope your weekend is full of laughter!
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Hearing Impaired Parents, a New App Notifies When Your Baby is Crying — and Why | My Hearing Centers
Great inclusive toys!❤️❤️
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
August 25 at 4:00 PM ·
Have you seen these inclusive dolls sold by BrightEars on Etsy?! 🤩
Loving these baby dolls with NG tubes, Toy Story's Woody and Jessie with hearing aids and more.
Thank goodness for new technology.
Here is some information on deadlines for voting. This voting season will be different from many other due to Covid. Check your polling place and county for updates.
Looking forward to cooler weather. Happy first day of fall.
Did you know these facts?
Learn more about sensorineural hearing loss, causes and even preventative measures.
https://www.drhecker.com/resources/facts-about-hearing-loss/sensioneural-hearing-loss/
Someone needs hearing aids..🤣
Here is just an idea of what it's like for someone with hearing loss.
Don't forget to protect your hearing during hunting season. There are many types of ear protection from earmuffs, custom earplugs, electronic shooter earplugs and reusable earplug.
Make sure your hearing protection is for noise levels 85 decibels and over. Some firearms including small caliber can reach decibels of 140.
Our blog on what the next step is after you find you need hearing aids.
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You Need Hearing Aids. Now What? | Dr. Hecker & Associates
Hearing aids have come so far and the new technology is amazing; different choices for different needs and lifestyles!
Newborns do better during their tests when they are sleeping. This is too funny!
Happy Boss's Day Dr. Hecker!!
Did you schedule your annual test yet?
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Congratulations to the staff at Dr. Hecker & Associates! Rhonda, Rosaria and Sandi each received the Outstanding First Impression Award. Great job ladies on providing outstanding customer service!
Make sure not to forget your aids before dressing up! 😂 Hope everyone enjoys their weekend.
Take a look down memory lane on how far hearing aids have come. It's spooky how far they have come.
Have a wonderful Veterans Day to all those who served and continue to serve. Thank you!
Come in and check out this years basket! Tickets are available in both offices! Help us donate to the Food Bank this year !
Virtual Meetings are the new normal now, whether it is for work, school, fitness classes, or connecting with family. Check out these tips to get the most out of your hearing aids during your online meetings.
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5 Tips to Hear Better in Virtual Meetings + Gatherings
HAHA Have a great weekend.😂
Help us beat our donation from last year! Which office will get the most donations this year? Come in and see what goodies are in the basket this year.
Check out this video. Here is a man that explains the struggle of masks and being hearing impaired.
https://cbsloc.al/3hXwgAq
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3 Ways To Help To Better Communicate With Those With Hearing Loss, While Staying Masked
Don't forget to wear your musician's hearing protection. If you need to be fitted for some make an appointment with us.
Learn more at
https://www.drhecker.com/services/balance-treatment/
Busy morning covered in tickets! 140 sold this morning in Williamsburg!
Not a bad end to the week! Let's make next week better!! Williamsburg is in the lead over Newport News. Have you seen the basket yet?!
Have a great weekend!
Do you have one of these jobs?
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Is your job contributing to hearing loss? The 6 Most At-Risk Occupations
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Here are a few tips to keep the mood lifted with the shorter days upon us.
https://www.drhecker.com/5-mood-boosters/
Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving😊
We will be back in the office bright and early Monday morning! Have a wonderful weekend.
We love our patients!
Hearing loss can get you in trouble 😬
It’s easy to get sidetracked from your health care while preparing for and celebrating the holidays, so we want to remind you to take advantage of unused insurance benefits.
https://www.drhecker.com/hearing-benefits/
Call us to schedule your hearing exam.
Looking Merry and Bright in our office!
Help us help others!
How does streaming work with hearing aids?
Hearing aids facilitate streaming either directly or through a clip. In direct streaming, audio is transmitted right to your devices — without an accessory. The clip method uses a wireless accessory — a streamer — that clips to your clothing or may hang around your neck. Audio is transmitted to the clip, which then sends it to your hearing aids.
CHECK OUT OUR LATEST BLOG ABOUT STREAMING DURING THE HOLIDAYS!
https://www.drhecker.com/5-sounds-to-stream-for-holidays/
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5 Sounds to Stream Through Your Hearing Aids for the Holidays
AND THE WINNERS ARE...
I can relate to how the home phone feels. Covid has us pent up inside these days. I am always happy when I come in the office.
Check out this dancer! She may be deaf but that didn't stop her!
https://fb.watch/2d-TDhGo6c/
Jordan Matter Photography posted a video to playlist Inspiring and Emotional.
October 30 at 7:00 PM ·
DEAF DANCER Rocks 10 Minute Photo Challenge With Strangers
Only a few more days left to get your ticket and enter to win the basket of the year! We will draw the names Friday.
Let's see which office can get the most tickets purchased.
Don't forget to schedule your annual hearing exam!
These darn masks!
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Welcome to the Club, "Hearing People"! – Gael Hannan
Our Basket Winners!! Thank you to everyone that donated this year. With Dr. Hecker's contribution we were able to donate $1000 to the Peninsula Food Bank! That is $298 more than last year and provided 4,000 meals!!🎅😍
Today we spend time together. See you tomorrow at 8am🎅
We love the inclusion!
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Etsy Is Selling Inclusive 'Elf On The Shelf' Dolls
Stay warm on the longest night of the year. With winter here, make sure to keep your aids up to date on their cleanings and check ups.
Congratulations Dr. Hecker!!
Audigy Group, LLC
December 16 at 4:14 PM ·
Congratulations to our 2019 and 2020 Rich Burba Legacy Award winners Dr. Eric Hecker of Dr. Hecker & Associates and Dr. Gary Rodriguez of Manatee Hearing & Speech Center. The Rich Burba Legacy Award honors your deep commitment to serving the community, inspiring others, exercising prudent decision-making, and demonstrating strength amid any challenges. With your tireless dedication to patient care, peer mentorship, business excellence, and the future of your field, you not only make a positive difference in your practice, the industry, and people’s lives but also motivate others to give their best in helping those in need.
Don't forget to schedule your annual hearing exam!
These darn masks!
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Welcome to the Club, "Hearing People"! – Gael Hannan
Check out our winter special deals!
We love the inclusion!
https://www.tyla.com/life/life-news-etsy-brightears-inclusive-elf-on-the-shelf-dolls-cochlear-hearing-aids-20201014?fbclid=IwAR0U26fsdPLwIFmMcWYtqJRmwrzOHt-zx5LFaT-ra7NkYB2LdT9QM-cPvwM
TYLA.COM
Etsy Is Selling Inclusive 'Elf On The Shelf' Dolls
Stay warm on the longest night of the year. With winter here, make sure to keep your aids up to date on their cleanings and check ups.
Congratulations Dr. Hecker!!
Audigy Group, LLC
December 16 at 4:14 PM ·
Congratulations to our 2019 and 2020 Rich Burba Legacy Award winners Dr. Eric Hecker of Dr. Hecker & Associates and Dr. Gary Rodriguez of Manatee Hearing & Speech Center. The Rich Burba Legacy Award honors your deep commitment to serving the community, inspiring others, exercising prudent decision-making, and demonstrating strength amid any challenges. With your tireless dedication to patient care, peer mentorship, business excellence, and the future of your field, you not only make a positive difference in your practice, the industry, and people’s lives but also motivate others to give their best in helping those in need.
Read our blog on Better Hearing, Resilience and You
https://www.drhecker.com/5-tips-for-resilience/
Hello 2021!
Make those resolutions now!🍩🍪
Poor diet can lead to poor hearing.
Check out our winter special deals!
Hahaha🤣
Cheers to more Wine & Cheese!!
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More wine and cheese may help reduce cognitive decline, fight Alzheimer's disease - Study Finds
Read our blog on Better Hearing, Resilience and You
https://www.drhecker.com/5-tips-for-resilience/
Hello 2021!
Make those resolutions now!🍩🍪
Poor diet can lead to poor hearing.
Check out our winter special deals!
Cheers to all the moms out there.
It is time for a Hearing Evaluation!
Just a reminder that we take your safety very seriously.
Hahaha🤣
Cheers to more Wine & Cheese!!
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More wine and cheese may help reduce cognitive decline, fight Alzheimer's disease - Study Finds
Read our blog on Better Hearing, Resilience and You
https://www.drhecker.com/5-tips-for-resilience/
We all make mistakes. Don't mistake a deal with quality. We don't like to hear our patients regretting not doing it right the first time.
Everyone benefits from a hearing exam.
Cheers to all the moms out there.
It is time for a Hearing Evaluation!
Just a reminder that we take your safety very seriously.
Hahaha🤣
Hearing is VERY important. Check out this scan and this is just hearing loss. Get tested today and discover your baseline.
Here are some good tips on getting the most out of your doctor visits or any other appointments.
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Don’t Miss a Word: Make the Most of Your Doctor Visits — Hearing Health Foundation
Well wearing a mask does put a damper on blowing bubbles haha😆 Have a great weekend!
We all make mistakes. Don't mistake a deal with quality. We don't like to hear our patients regretting not doing it right the first time.
Everyone benefits from a hearing exam.
Cheers to all the moms out there.
Happy Groundhog Day!! What a fun tradition.😊 it's also National Repeat Day. Don't make everyday national repeat day. Get your hearing tested yearly.
Check out our blog to see how the pandemic affects noise pollution!
https://www.drhecker.com/how-does-a-pandemic-affect-noise-pollution/
We are getting a lot of calls again about pairing disconnected hearing aids. This video will show how to reconnect your aids to your iphone. As always we can help you in the office and over the phone.
Dr. Hecker & Associates posted a video to playlist Easy Maintenance Videos.
March 30, 2020 at 4:36 PM ·
Having issues with pairing your hearing aids to your phone? Check out this video for help getting the aids to work with your phone again.
😂 Have a great weekend
Hearing is VERY important. Check out this scan and this is just hearing loss. Get tested today and discover your baseline.
Here are some good tips on getting the most out of your doctor visits or any other appointments.
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Don’t Miss a Word: Make the Most of Your Doctor Visits — Hearing Health Foundation
New Technology That Fits Your Life
https://www.drhecker.com/new-tech-agxrh/
Happy Friday! I love babies with attitude😂🤣
Love your ears!
Happy Groundhog Day!! What a fun tradition.😊 it's also National Repeat Day. Don't make everyday national repeat day. Get your hearing tested yearly.
Check out our blog to see how the pandemic affects noise pollution!
https://www.drhecker.com/how-does-a-pandemic-affect-noise-pollution/
We are getting a lot of calls again about pairing disconnected hearing aids. This video will show how to reconnect your aids to your iphone. As always we can help you in the office and over the phone.
Dr. Hecker & Associates posted a video to playlist Easy Maintenance Videos.
March 30, 2020 at 4:36 PM ·
Having issues with pairing your hearing aids to your phone? Check out this video for help getting the aids to work with your phone again.
This Valentine's Day hear the whispers of sweet nothings. Have a great weekend and Happy Valentine's Day.
Haha for all those still dealing with snow.
Hearing affects your partner too!
https://myhearingcenters.com/blog/valentines-day-treat-hearing-loss-improve-relationships/
New Technology That Fits Your Life
https://www.drhecker.com/new-tech-agxrh/
Happy Friday! I love babies with attitude😂🤣
Love your ears!
That is an inventive way to solve a problem lol
Have a great weekend!
This Valentine's Day hear the whispers of sweet nothings. Have a great weekend and Happy Valentine's Day.
Haha for all those still dealing with snow.
Hearing affects your partner too!
https://myhearingcenters.com/blog/valentines-day-treat-hearing-loss-improve-relationships/
FALLS: MORE SERIOUS THAN YOU MIGHT THINK
An estimated 646,000 individuals each year die from falls.
Nearly all hip fractures — over 95% — are attributable to falls.
Over 37 million nonfatal falls each year are severe enough to require medical attention.
Balance disorders are big contributors to falls among seniors, who suffer the most fall-related fatalities.
Reduce your risk with these five tips:
Get your vision checked, making sure you’re seeing your best.
Be sure to understand how any medications may affect you, including your balance.
Check your surroundings for hazards such as uneven surfaces, slippery floors, small rugs, or unstable handrails.
Help ensure your loved ones and those with disabilities have a safe environment adapted to their physical needs.
Keep your hearing in top shape, starting with hearing exams once a year and whenever you’re having trouble understanding — especially if you’re having difficulty while dining out, watching TV, or talking on the phone.
That is an inventive way to solve a problem lol
Have a great weekend!
Many hearing aids can now connect to your smartphone utilizing Bluetooth technology. The steps to connecting your smartphone to Bluetooth, and pairing with your hearing aids, varies by hearing aid model and by smartphone.
We’ve put together some general instructions to help you get started:
If screen shows hearing aids and phone are not connected (red “X”):
Double click “home” button and swipe “up” on app to close
Open/close hearing aid battery doors OR place hearing aids back in the charger for 5 seconds and remove
Open app and you will see a white bar loading on bottom
Hearing aids should now be connected
If hearing aids still do not connect:
Close the app (double click the home button and swipe up on the app)
Open up “settings”
Find “general”
Click on “accessibility” – **In phones with the newest iOs update, the accessibility menus will be just below the general menu. In phones running older iOs, the accessibility menus is within the “general” menu
Scroll until you find “mfi Hearing devices”
Make sure the text that says “[Patient’s name] Hearing Aids” is lit up in blue text
If not- click on “forget hearing devices”
Open/close battery doors
Click on text that says “[Patient’s name] hearing aids”
Select “Pair” (this will happen twice)
NOW go back into the app and the hearing aids should be connected
Here are six ways to help keep wetness away from your hearing aids:
1.Avoid Moisture Altogether
Remember to take your devices out of your ears before showering, hitting the pool, or getting into the hot tub, and be sure to store them in their own secure case rather than loose in a pocket or purse.
2.Wipe Them Down
Wiping your devices daily with a clean, dry cloth helps clear moisture and debris and helps reduce the risk of damage.
3.Stay Vigilant
Water-resistant hearing aids aren’t waterproof, so keep these types of devices out of the shower, pool, and hot tub, too. Otherwise, they can get damaged when immersed.
4.Use Hearing Aid Covers
These handy helpers can aid in protecting your devices from water splashes and keep out dust and dirt, too.
5.Consider a Hearing Aid Dryer or Dehumidifier
This small appliance not only dries and sanitizes your devices as you sleep but can also double as their regular storage container.
6.Keep a Hat On Hand
You never know when an unexpected rain shower might crash your outdoor fun. Having a spare hat can help keep the rain off you as well as your hearing aids.
Hearing health is very important, get your hearing tested annually.👂
How inspiring!
https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Wellness/girls-letter-lawmaker-leads-legislation-people-hearing-loss/story?id=75721813&fbclid=IwAR0fFbWWJS9bgKvLl4fATr4KE9ql5f5uAmI8lBFa4-kjkMZYk3LT2axiRtg
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Girl's letter to lawmaker leads to legislation for people with hearing loss
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/hearing-aids-mask-covid-tips/2021/02/18/8c1cf71a-7150-11eb-85fa-e0ccb3660358_story.html?fbclid=IwAR0BVSYergv2_p2GnbzKRGVIqG8CR3IGfx3_Xx91dZAEjyXEujzUhhxlHoM
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Don’t choose between masks and hearing aids. Here’s how to comfortably wear both.
Hearing and heart problems may go hand in hand. For example:
• Hearing loss can be more pronounced among those with a history of circulatory disorders, such
as cardiovascular disease.
• Cardiovascular disease may contribute to decreased hearing sensitivity by restricting blood flow to the structures of the inner ear.
Supporting both your hearing and heart health, can include good habits such as:
• Exercising regularly, with a doctor-approved activity regimen
• Eating healthfully, especially whole foods that promote good nutrition
• Limiting intake of saturated fats and cutting out artificial trans fats altogether
• Getting regular physicals and hearing checkups to help stay atop overall health
FALLS: MORE SERIOUS THAN YOU MIGHT THINK
An estimated 646,000 individuals each year die from falls.
Nearly all hip fractures — over 95% — are attributable to falls.
Over 37 million nonfatal falls each year are severe enough to require medical attention.
Balance disorders are big contributors to falls among seniors, who suffer the most fall-related fatalities.
Reduce your risk with these five tips:
Get your vision checked, making sure you’re seeing your best.
Be sure to understand how any medications may affect you, including your balance.
Check your surroundings for hazards such as uneven surfaces, slippery floors, small rugs, or unstable handrails.
Help ensure your loved ones and those with disabilities have a safe environment adapted to their physical needs.
Keep your hearing in top shape, starting with hearing exams once a year and whenever you’re having trouble understanding — especially if you’re having difficulty while dining out, watching TV, or talking on the phone.
That is an inventive way to solve a problem lol
Have a great weekend!
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HAHA1 Have a great weekend.
Check out Dr. Eackles latest review!
"When I had my yearly check-up with Dr. Eackles (one of Dr. Hecker's associates), I asked him about the mail order hearing aids that are now being offered at a much cheaper price.
Without being the least bit condescending, he explained that the hearing aids from their office are as prescription glasses are to drug-store reading glasses. His answer was right on ... the ones you order by mail do work to make things louder -- but they're not specifically programmed and adjusted for the person's particular hearing loss.
All I know is that since I've been seeing Dr. Eackles and wearing the aids every day, my memory has improved, as well as my relationship with the family members I live with.
I no longer find myself sitting in a room or a theater full of people and having everybody laugh at something the speaker said -- and my not hearing it." - CF
TTYL..Hmmm may need some hearing aids!
Oh my goodness!! I am trying not to cry. Sooo sweet!
https://fb.watch/3HPQYiKOZg/
Sassy
February 12 at 2:12 AM ·
These kids are able to hear for the first time! 😭❤️️
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HAHA1 Have a great weekend.
Hearing health is very important, get your hearing tested annually.👂
Sounds like it is time to get a hearing test.😂
Keep your smart phone connected to your aids with this blog!
https://www.drhecker.com/connecting-to-smartphones-with-your-hearing-aids/
Check out Dr. Eackles latest review!
"When I had my yearly check-up with Dr. Eackles (one of Dr. Hecker's associates), I asked him about the mail order hearing aids that are now being offered at a much cheaper price.
Without being the least bit condescending, he explained that the hearing aids from their office are as prescription glasses are to drug-store reading glasses. His answer was right on ... the ones you order by mail do work to make things louder -- but they're not specifically programmed and adjusted for the person's particular hearing loss.
All I know is that since I've been seeing Dr. Eackles and wearing the aids every day, my memory has improved, as well as my relationship with the family members I live with.
I no longer find myself sitting in a room or a theater full of people and having everybody laugh at something the speaker said -- and my not hearing it." - CF
TTYL..Hmmm may need some hearing aids!
Oh my goodness!! I am trying not to cry. Sooo sweet!
https://fb.watch/3HPQYiKOZg/
Sassy
February 12 at 2:12 AM ·
These kids are able to hear for the first time! 😭❤️️
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2021 Jewelry: A fashion jewelry line for hearing aids and cochlear implants
What is your story?
The birds are chirping. Are you able to hear them?
Sounds like it is time to get a hearing test.😂
Keep your smart phone connected to your aids with this blog!
https://www.drhecker.com/connecting-to-smartphones-with-your-hearing-aids/