How To Enjoy Parties When You Have Hearing Loss

Parties often mean loud music, background buzzing, and many people are speaking at once. When you have hearing loss, these distractions can get in the way of having fun. Advocate Shari Eberts shares her best advice on how to enjoy parties, even with impaired hearing.

I always loved parties — gathering with friends and family, feeling the room sparkle with laughter and energy. But as my hearing loss worsened, parties became more challenging. The buzz of the room changed from exhilarating into a distraction. The mental stamina required to keep abreast of the flow became more and more exhausting.

I began to feel left out and sad and would sometimes prefer to stay home, until I decided to take action to make sure I did not miss out on the fun. Here are my tips for enjoying all types of parties, despite the challenge of hearing loss.

Read more on Shari Eberts’ blog.