Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. Hearing aids and cochlear implants are beneficial if you are hearing-impaired. But unlike eyeglasses, hearing aids or cochlear implants don’t restore your hearing to normal. Prescription eyeglasses can bring your vision back to 20/20. I have found that once I have an updated…
Tag: Hearing Discussion Group
January 2026, Features
MobileConnect Now in SaddleBrooke TWO
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In previous articles I have mentioned MobileConnect. It is a wireless audio streaming system that allows users to receive audio directly on their smartphone. The MobileConnect app then uses your phone’s Bluetooth connection to send audio to your hearing aids. This fall, SaddleBrooke…
November 2025, Generals
The Challenges of Technology for Hearing Impaired Seniors
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. I often get ideas for our monthly articles from the discussion at our monthly meetings. In this article I would like to discuss the challenges of technology for hearing impaired seniors. The challenges can be not knowing what features or accessories may be…
September 2025, Generals
Tips for Communicating with the Hearing-Impaired
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In this month’s article I would like to briefly share some suggestions for communicating with the hearing-impaired. I have shared many of these tips previously. We would be happy to discuss these tips at one of our future monthly meetings. Meetings are a…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
What Is Real Ear Measurement?
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In this month’s article I would like to briefly discuss Real Ear Measurement (REM). Contrary to what your grandchildren might think, it doesn’t involve having your audiologist grab a tape measure to record the external dimensions of your ear. REM is a technique…
Generals, June 2025
Challenge of Purchasing Hearing Aids for the First Time
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In this month’s article I would like to discuss the challenges of purchasing hearing aids for the first time. It is not unusual to see posts on social media requesting recommendations as to where to go to be tested for hearing aids, where…
April 2025, Generals
The Importance of a Hearing Aid Dryer
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In this month’s article I would like to discuss the importance of using a hearing aid dryer to help maintain your hearing aids. One often overlooked but crucial aspect of hearing aid maintenance is moisture control. Considering our dryer climate in Arizona, you…
March 2025, Generals
Presentation on Hearing Loss and Cochlear Implants April 9
Tim Gaule The SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group invites you to join us on Wednesday, April 9, in the MountainView Ballroom East at 10 a.m. to hear a presentation on hearing loss and cochlear implants. The presenter will be Emily Camacho. Emily’s presentation will provide a general overview of hearing loss and hearing technology and the…
February 2025, Generals
Presentation on Hearing Loss and Cochlear Implants April 9
Tim Gaule The SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group invites you to join us on Wednesday, April 9, in the MountainView Ballroom East at 10 a.m. to hear a presentation on hearing loss and cochlear implants. The presenter will be Emily Camacho. Emily’s presentation will provide a general overview of hearing loss and hearing technology and the…
November 2024, Generals
Hearing Vibes: Challenges of Holiday Gatherings for the Hearing Impaired
Tim Gaule I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. In this month’s article I would like to offer suggestions for helping the hearing impaired at holiday gatherings. In writing this article, I have relied on some handouts shared by Russ and Barb Soderberg at one of our meetings last year. I also…