{"id":1462,"date":"2024-04-04T21:42:24","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T21:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/?p=1462"},"modified":"2024-04-04T21:42:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-04T21:42:25","slug":"helpful-alerting-devices-for-people-with-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/helpful-alerting-devices-for-people-with-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Helpful Alerting Devices for People With Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Approximately 15% of adults in the United States experience some level of hearing loss<\/a>. Living with hearing loss brings about safety and informational concerns. Our ears serve as crucial sensors<\/a>, alerting us to potential dangers such as oncoming vehicles, fire alarms or warnings from others. In addition to safety concerns, we rely on our ears to alert us to less dangerous but still important cues. These cues may include alarm clocks, doorbells, text messages and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While hearing aids are invaluable during waking hours, there are instances when they can\u2019t be worn, like during sleep or while showering. During these times, specialized alerting devices designed for people with hearing loss can be relied upon to ensure safety and prompt information. Let\u2019s explore a few of these devices and how they can benefit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two Different Types of Alerting Devices<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Alternative alarms for people with hearing loss focus on alerting using visual or tactile alerts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n