Listen!UpJANUARY, 2015

HLAA Sarasota/Manatee Headline Story

VETERANS HEARING LOSS FORUM

Attention HLAA Veterans—An event not to miss!

The Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum will be held at the Sarasota Community Foundation, 2635 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237, on Saturday, February 7th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

There are approximately 88,000 veterans in Sarasota and Manatee counties and, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, one out of five people (17,600 veterans) have some degree of hearing loss. The situation has become even more immediate since many veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan have hearing loss and tinnitus.

The Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum is a free event for veterans and families affected by hearing loss. The Forum will feature a “Conversation with Veterans” who will discuss the challenges of hearing loss, share how their hearing loss experiences impact them, their families and friends, and provide insightful and successful life-style focused solutions. The latest information on technology, services, and communication strategies will be shared. Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided to all attendees; door prizes will also be available.

Our President, JoAnne Devries recently made a presentation to the Sarasota County Veterans Commission requesting their collaboration. They have endorsed and will support the Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum.

The Sarasota County Veterans Commission in accord with its mission to assist and serve our communities’ Veterans, Active Duty Military and their families, believes that the Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum event warrants the full support of the Commission and is a fitting tribute for celebrating and honoring our nations and our communities’ veterans.

Scene & HeardHLAS COMMUNITY NEWS BITESEVENT CALENDAR

JANUARY EVENTS

Wednesday, January 14, 2015 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM – Chapter Meeting“Cochlear Implant: Current Trends and Availability”Dr. Kyle Allen – Tampa Bay Hearing and Balance Center 3:00 PM – Refreshments and Social TimeNorth Sarasota Library Meeting Room 2801 Newtown Blvd., Sarasota

Thursday, January 15, 2015 11:00 AM to Noon— Basic Sign Language Class Human Services Center Complex, Bldg. J1750 17th Street, Sarasota

Tuesday, January 20, 2015 4:30 PM — Private Eyes Movie Club Hollywood 20 Theatre1993 Main Street, Sarasota

Saturday, January 24, 2015 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM -- Downtown Sarasota Farmers Market Free Hearing Screenings1920 State Street, Sarasota

FEBRUARY EVENTS

Wednesday, February 11, 2015 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM – Chapter Meeting “Better Connections through Bluetooth” Michelle Maher, ClearSounds, Inc3:00 PM – Refreshments and Social Time North Sarasota Library Meeting Room 2801 Newtown Blvd., Sarasota

Saturday, February 7, 2015 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM -- Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum Community Foundation, 2635 Fruitville Road, Sarasota

Tuesday, February 17, 2015 4:30 PM— Private Eyes Movie Club Hollywood 20 Theatre1993 Main Street, Sarasota

Saturday, February 28, 2015 7:00 AM to1:00 PM -- Downtown Sarasota Farmers Market Free Hearing Screenings1920 State Street, Sarasota

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, March 7, 2015 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Fourth Annual Hearing Tech Expo MTI, Cantrell Hall6305 State Road 70 Bradenton, Florida

June 24-28, 2015 HLAA National Convention Union StationSt. Louis, Missouri

The Chapter Dream Team Final Total -- $6801 at the Walk4Hearing

The Hearing Loss Association of America's Walk 4 Hearing was held Saturday, November 15 in Jacksonville, Florida. The final tally of funds raised was $29,004. The Sarasota/Manatee Chapter raised $6801.

Chapter Trustee Valerie Stafford-Mallis’ employer, Alternative Communication Services (ACS), matched the amounts she raised, $4,965.00. So far, $2,465 has come from ACS Owners Phil Hyssong and Mike Cano. ListenUp garbled the ACS name last month and wants to be sure the big HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee “thank you” goes to Alternative Communication Services.

Thank you ACS!

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

We our making plans and getting organized for the first Annual Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum. The event will be held on February 7, 2015. If you know a veteran with hearing loss please share the information on this very special upcoming event!

HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee is committed to helping people live successfully with hearing loss, and believes veterans will benefit from the education and access services the organization offers. HLAA- Sarasota/Manatee and the Community Foundation of Sarasota are hosting a FREE Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum on Feb 7, 2015 from 9am to 1:00pm at the Community Foundation, 2635 Fruitville Road, Sarasota. All Veterans and families affected by hearing loss are welcome!

We are elated that the Sarasota County Veteran Commission is writing a letter of endorsement/support to HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee for the Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum. The SCVC is a non-profit federation of over 50+ Sarasota County Veterans' Organizations, Military and Patriotic Associations and their Auxiliaries. The purpose of the Commission is to unify the veterans' organizations by providing solidarity in communicating veterans' viewpoints on issues before local, state and national legislative bodies. The SCVC in accord with its mission to assist and serve our communities’ Veterans, Active Duty Military and their families, believes that the HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum event warrants the full support of the commission and is a fitting tribute for celebrating and honoring our nations and our communities ‘veterans. Thank you Sarasota County Veterans Commission as well as President, Andy Hooker for their support!

New Years is the perfect occasion to celebrate friendships and all the good things in life. Let's take the time to appreciate what the past year has given us and what the new one is about to bring! We hope it's filled with lots of good fortune and lots of progress in your hearing loss journey. Thank you for your ongoing support of our organization. Happy New Years from the entire HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee Board of Trustees

JoAnne DeVries, President HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee

Website - http://hlas.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Hearing.Loss.Association.of.Sarasota

MEMBERSHIP NOTES

RENEWALS AND NEW MEMBERSHIPSOur memberships are dual memberships in both the HLAA and the HLAA Sarasota/Manatee Chapter.

The cost is $35 for an Individual membership, $45 for a Couple. .

Among the many functions of HLAA National is the lobbying for people with hearing loss to have equal access in public venues.

If you have any questions on Membership please feel free to contact Anne Taylor at membership@hlas.org. Membership applications can be found at the Chapter website, http://hlas.org.

Welcome new members:

HLAA-SARASOTA/MANATEE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee hosts monthly meetings, organizes social events and participates in community outreach. In the past few years, the Chapter has grown to over 200 members and the Board is committed to continuing that growth. In order to accomplish this, your support is necessary. We always have a need for volunteers for the Chapter meetings, such as membership assistance, 50/50 raffle and social hour. We have a special wish list for a Graphic Artist, a Grant Researcher/writer and a Telephone Chair.

The Chapter is active in Outreach at the Farmers Market, Health Fairs, public events and knowledgeable members are encouraged to assist us. There are so many ways you can make a difference.Please contact Anne Taylor at membership@hlas.org if you can pay it forward with your time to help educate and advocate for the 135,000 community members with hearing loss.

Meeting UpdateUPCOMING MEETING PREVIEW, PRIOR MEETING RECAP

UPCOMING MEETING

JANUARY CHAPTER MEETING

The January meeting will feature Dr. Kyle Allen of the Tampa Bay Hearing and Balance Center.He will speak about “Cochlear Implant: Current Trends and Availability”. He will, of course, take questions about hearing loss issues that any member may have.

Dr. Allen is an Otologist, Neurotologist, and Skull Based Surgeon in Tampa, FL. He graduated in 2006 from Tulane University School of Medicine. He was elected a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, a national organization of outstanding medical school students.

Dr. Allen completed post-graduate residency training in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

. January 14 at 1:30 PMNorth Sarasota Library Meeting Room

2801 Newtown Blvd. Sarasota

Meeting supported by hearing loop and CART

Refreshments will be served following the program.

MEETING RECAP

DECEMBER CHAPTER MEETING RECAP

The “Annual Holiday Celebration” was a rousing good time!

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The fifty members in attendance found “The Afternoon Delight” absolutely delightful. They did a spoof of the song “Ain’t she Sweet” using Flo Innes as the straight man while singing “Sweet She Ain’t”.

There was plenty of food and Flo made a “special” egg nog punch.

Also, Chapter Secretary Joan Haber talked about how Rocky Stone stated that holiday gatherings can be improved significantly by a strong family support structure rather than a battleground to be avoided at all costs. Rocky related a story in his book about how the “consistent centerpiece of these gatherings is the effort everyone makes to facilitate my understanding of the conversation”. Rocky considered this type of family communication to be the ultimate Act of Love.

“AFTER HOURS” MEETING

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Due to schedule conflicts, the next After Hours will be in April 28..

Loud & ClearNEWS FROM HLAA & THE WORLD

HLAA FOUNDER’S BOOK -- THE “INVISIBLE CONDITION”

Join us in a yearlong celebration of Rocky Stone, HLAA’s Founder.

To celebrate Rocky and the 35th birthday of the Hearing Loss Association of America, our Chapter will be remembering Rocky and getting to know his legacy.

In the 1981 May/June issue of the HLAA magazine, he wrote:

“Hard of Hearing people are beginning to dream of many changes which will improve our lives. We should. But no one is going to do it for us. It is time to get our shoulders to the wheel.”Rocky Stone

For more on the founder, see http://www.hearingloss.org/about-us/founderIn his book, “An Invisible Condition, The Human Side of Hearing Loss”, Rocky wrote: “the most pervasive physical handicap in America today is an invisible condition – hearing loss”.

HLAA ANNOUNCES A 35TH ANNIVERSARY CONTEST

Each HLAA chapter has been invited to send 35 reasons why one should join HLAA and their local chapter. All reasons should be restricted to one sentence of one to fifteen words. The winning chapter will receive five free HLAA memberships.

Please send your sentence (or two or more) to our President, JoAnne DeVries atmembership@hlas.org

We are fortunate at HLAA Sarasota/Manatee to have a head start with the 10 reasons listed in our brochure.

Top 10 Reasonsto Join HLAA Sarasota/Manatee

1. Significantly improve listening and communication skills by 20% or more

2. Prevent brain deafness & risk of dementia

3. Retrain your brain to restore hearing and lost brain functions

4. Learn which hearing aid features you need and improve hearing with a peer mentor

5. Learn about hearing loop systems at theatres, churches, community venues

6. Experience new captioning systems at movie houses with our Movie Club

7. Theatre Club offers free /discounted tickets to leading performances

8. Be eligible for $1000 Scholarship to HLAA National Convention, “the ultimate hearing learning experience”

9. Master how to advocate for yourself to enjoy better relationships with family & friends

10. Automatic Dual HLAA membership receiving monthly Hearing Loss Magazine & other perks

CHAPTER HOLDS 2014 BOARD ELECTIONThe Chapter bylaws call for an election in December of each year to elect members the Board of Trustees. The terms are for two years with half of the seats up for election each year.

On December 10, the Chapter elected four new Board members. They are: Kathy Combs, Mark Selis, Vinell Lacy, and Maria Anderson.

Returning board members re-elected to another 2 year term are Joan Haber, Valerie Stafford-Mallis, Lyndsey Nalu and Susan Fulton.

Congratulations to all!

LEGAL NEWS—CMS APPROVES BONE ANCHORED DEVICES FOR COVERAGE

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that codifies the Medicare policy guidance when a device is not subject to the hearing aid exclusion. The rule finalizes that certain auditory implants, including cochlear implants, brain stem implants, and osseointegrated (bone-anchored) implants, do not meet the definition of hearing aids that are excluded from coverage.The final rule was published in the November 6, 2014 at page 66242, in the Federal Register and can be downloaded http://www.hearingloss.org/sites/default/files/docs/CMS_FinalRule_hearingaidcoverage_exclusion.pdf [NOTE-document could take time to download]

MEDICAL NEWS –NEW STUDIES ON RESTORING INNER EAR HAIR CELLS

“Michigan Today” has reported on research where scientists have restored the hearing of mice partially deafened by noise. They used advanced tools to boost the production of a key protein in their ears. They reported in November that “By demonstrating the importance of the protein, called NT3, in maintaining communication between the ears and brain, these new findings pave the way for research in humans that could improve treatment of hearing loss caused by noise exposure and normal aging...

That’s music to the ears of anyone who has experienced problems making out the voice of the person next to them in a crowded room, or struggled with temporary reduction in hearing after a loud concert”.

Dr. Gabriel Corfas who led the research team at the University of Michigan’s “Kresge Hearing Research Center” said that this has been an ongoing project for 15 years. The research attempts to answer the questions “about the inner ear, and now we have been able to restore hearing after partial deafening with noise, a common problem for people”.

Michigan Today stated that “Their work also illustrates the key role of cells that have traditionally been seen as the ‘supporting actors’ of the ear-brain connection. Called supporting cells, they form a physical base for the hearing system’s ‘stars’: the hair cells in the ear that interact directly with the nerves that carry sound signals to the brain. This new research identifies the critical role of these supporting cells along with the NT3 molecules they produce.

NT3 is crucial to the body’s ability to form and maintain connections between hair cells and nerve cells, the researchers demonstrate. This special type of connection, called a ribbon synapse, allows extra-rapid communication of signals that travel back and forth across tiny gaps between the two types of cells”.

The research study can be found at:

http://elifesciences.org/content/early/2014/10/17/eLife.03564

HLAA WEBINARS

HLAA conducts educational webinars for its members and constituents. There is no cost to attend webinars.

All webinars are captioned and archived for access at the HLAA website. HLAA has found that member’s schedules are busy but many go the archives to catch up on the topics that interest them. The website gives you the opportunity to do that. Check out the past topics when there.

There is no scheduled Webinar in January BUT Webinars with some great topics have been archived for the past six years. To select one or more to view, link to: http://www.hearingloss.org/content/webinars

Plugged-InLOCAL NEWS & EVENTSBasic Sign Language Class Offered

Starting on Thursday, January 15, and continuing for five additional Thursdays, the Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will be offering a basic sign language class for one hour each week. The class involves sign language conversation using familiar words and phrases that are common in informal conversation. It will include basic ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures and conversational behaviors.

The CCDHH is located at the Human Services Center Complex at 1750 17th Street, Building J in Sarasota.

The one hour classes will be at 11 AM on January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12 and 19.

Chapter’s Vice President’s Monthly Column in The Venice Gondolier[Anne Taylor is a bilateral cochlear implant user, a Gallaudet Certified Peer Mentor for the Hard of Hearing. She is Vice President of the local Hearing Loss of America and writes a monthly column. Here is last month’s column].

Are you a Veteran affected by Hearing Loss?

War is Noisy

Did you know that there are approximately 88,000 Veterans in Sarasota/Manatee counties; 17,600 with hearing loss and/or tinnitus (ringing in the ears)?Out of all the injuries, many veterans say that hearing loss is the most challenging to manage. Hearing loss is invisible and it affects the individual, family, friends and colleagues.Mark Brogan, a retired army captain, suffered a brain injury, a spinal injury and a nearly severed right arm when a suicide bomber on foot detonated his weapon near Brogan in Iraq. What does Brogan find the most traumatic of his injuries?He says, ‘hearing loss and constant ringing of the ears’.Often overshadowed by other challenges a Veteran’s hearing loss is frequently intertwined – physically and emotionally – as a trigger, every day frustration or a constant reminder of what has been sacrificed while serving our country. It is a unique, and often solitary, personal challenge for many Veterans. (www.heroeswithhearingloss.org)

War is Expensive

According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, the most prevalent service-connected disabilities for veterans receiving federal compensation in 2011 were tinnitus and hearing loss, followed by PTSD. The number of veterans with tinnitus climbed by 92,300 in 2010. 745,000 are now being compensated for tinnitus, the most prevalent of service-connected disabilities, followed by hearing loss and other auditory complications.Hearing maladies cost more than $1.4 billion in Veterans disability payments annually (2010 data from the Hearing Center of Excellence – a part of the Department of Defense). At least $216 million was spent that same year for hearing aids and related devices, according to an advisory committee report to the VA. The VA buys one in five hearing aids sold annually in the U.S., according to that 2010 spending report – the last year that data was available.

Help and Information for You

If you are a Veteran with hearing loss, please attend the upcoming free Veteran Hearing Forum - hosted by Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) /Sarasota/Manatee and Community Foundation of Sarasota County.You and your family will learn about technology, services and communication strategies. You will hear other veterans share their insight and experience in adapting to the challenges of hearing loss. You will find guidance for individual circumstances, environmental impact and techniques to improve the quality of your everyday life.You will learn about the many benefits of HLAA membership (the first year is free for veterans). You will be invited to the monthly chapter meetings and social events.You will be able to discuss the challenges of hearing loss with veterans, share how their hearing loss experiences impact them, their families and friends. They will provide you with insightful and successful life- style focused solutions.

Veteran Hearing Awareness Forum--It’s Free!

Saturday, February 7, 2015 – 9: AM – 1:00 PMSarasota Community Foundation, 2635 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34237 Door Prizes, Complimentary Breakfast and LunchFor more information or to register, call 941-320-8825, or email JoAnne at President@hlas.org

The Private Eyes Movie Club meets on Third Tuesdays.

This month, the Club will “meet” on Tuesday, January 20 around 4:30 PM at the Hollywood 20 on Main St. in Sarasota. A roundtable review--and other conversation-- follows at a restaurant within short walking distance of the theatre.

The exact time and movie will be announced to Private Eyes Members (membership is free—signup with link below) by e-mail and on Facebook.

Remember to ask for “caption glasses” or caption devices at any movie theatre and thank them for the accommodation. Sony describes the lasses as follows: “The glasses may be comfortably worn over prescription eyewear. The closed-caption viewing uses unique Sony holographic technology, which delivers bright, clear, and easy-to-read subtitles seemingly ‘in the air.’ The system transmits closed-caption data from a media server wirelessly to the glasses' receiver box, and can be programmed to display subtitles in a choice of six languages.

“Private Eyes” free membership is limited to HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee member. First time “Private Eye” members are entitled to a free movie ticket at their first movie. To receive the notice of the movie selected, which goes out the weekend before the movie date, contact Anne Taylor at anne7257@gmail.com

The Players Theatre at 838 N. Tamiami Trail, in its 85th season, provides the Chapter with 20 tickets for the preopening of its 2014-2015 productions. The shows are, of course, looped!

The Chapter filled its allocation for “A Christmas Story” on December 2 very quickly and what a fun show it was.

The next production is Cabaret and our tickets will be for January 6.

This classic and moving Kander and Ebb musical is set in the midst of the Nazi takeover of 1931 Berlin. Glitzy, moving, and surreal, this musical revolves around cabaret performer Sally Bowles as she battles her onstage stardom and her offstage loves. Songs include “Cabaret,” “Maybe This Time,” and “Money.”

If you wish to attend “Cabaret”, please leave your e-mail with Committee Chair Betsy Roberts at TheatreClub@hlas.org as tickets are allocated on first response basis.

If you use the box office in person, thank them for the loop. If you attend a performance, thank them for the loop.

The Chapter’s “Between the Covers Book Club” meets twice a year, Spring and Fall. The next book for the Spring meeting will be announced soon but you can start reading now. The selection is an Amazon 4.5 star book entitled Listen with the Heart - Relationships and Hearing Loss by Michael A. Harvey (4 1/2 stars).

Dr. Harvey has addressed HLAA in the past and the book is summarized by Amazon as follows: “ While distressing for an individual, hearing loss also takes a heavy toll on family and friends.These stories chronicle the unique challenges of hearing loss in interpersonal relationships, including communication, self-identity, and how to continue sharing and growing in these relationships. Many shared activities, such as enjoying music, whispering sweet nothings to a lover, and hearing children's voices are deeply missed by both the hearing and hearing-impaired relationship partners. This book illustrates the power of relationships to transform people and how each party has unparalleled opportunities to grow in profound and unpredictable ways”

This is a good read for members whether you are able to attend the Book Club meeting or not.

“LIKE” THE HLAA-SARASOTA/MANATEE FACEBOOK PAGE

The Chapter’s Facebook Page is a fantastic resource for anything and everything related to hearing loss. Announcements, photos, industry information, medical advancements and much more are posted daily.

The Chapter now has over 600 users. Pictures and notices of HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee activities will be posted on Facebook. Find HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee on Facebook. Just tap on "LIKE"

https://www.facebook.com/Hearing.Loss.Association.of.Sarasota

HLAA WEBSITES

Have you seen http://hla-fl.org/ the updated HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee Chapter website?

Check it out! Its alll new--http://hlas.org/.

One new example is a list of the local professionals who support HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee. They are listed below.

Also, don’t forget our three related websites that have relevant information regarding hearing loss:

The national HLAA website is:

http://www.hearingloss.org/

The Florida Coordinating Council on Deaf and Hard of Hearing (the Governor appoints two HLAA-FL members to the Council by law) website is:

http://www.fccdhh.org/

The HLAA-Florida Association website is:

http://hla-fl.org/

OUR HLAA PROFESSIONALS

Ms. Carol Bourbeau, HISEar-Resistable Hearing CenterEmail Address: earresistablehearing@gmail.com 1076 E Venice AveVenice, FL 34285-7162Phone: 941-257-0530

Karen Brayer, HISEmail Address: kbrayer@libertyhearingaids.com Liberty Hearing Aids at Sam’s Club5300 30 Street E Bradenton, FL Phone: 941-753-9729

Taylor Ditchfield, Au.D. Sarasota Hearing CenterEmail Address: FLSchnack@msn.comWebsite: http://www.the-seeker.com/sarasotahearingcenter.htm

5455 Fruitville RdSarasota, FL 34232-6418

Karen Draper, Au.D.The Silverstein InstituteWebsite: http://www.earsinus.com 1901 Floyd StSarasota, FL 34239-2932Phone: 941-366-9222

Mr. Chad Fonder, HISEar-Resistable Hearing CenterEmail Address: earresistablehearing@gmail.com Website: http://www.earresistiblehearing.com/ 1076 E Venice AveVenice, FL 34285-7162Phone: 941-257-0530

Ms. Charlotte Gillett, LHAS, HISCostco Hearing Aid CenterEmail Address: w01123aid@costco.com 8201 S. Tamiami TrailSarasota, FL 34238-2966Phone: 941-554-2821

Brad Mason, HISManatee Hearing and SpeechEmail – bmason@manateehearing.com Website – www.manateehearing.com 701 Manatee Ave West, Ste 201Bradenton, FL 34205Phone – 941-749-5222

Ms. Patricia McCarthy, Au.D.Shea ENT ClinicEmail Address: pat@sheaentclinic.com 5432 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 140Sarasota, FL 34233-1512Phone: 941-371-2244

Lyndsey Nalu, Au.D.Adept Audiology, LLCEmail Address – lnalu@adeptaudiology.com Website – www.adeptaudiology.com1751 Mound Street, Suite 105Sarasota, FL 34236Phone – 941-312-4781

Carmelo Ortega, Au.D.The Silverstein InstituteWebsite: http://www.earsinus.com 1901 Floyd StSarasota, FL 34239-2932Phone: 941-366-9222

Patrick OstmanIndoor Wireless Solutions Loop Sales and Installations Email – info@i-w-s.org Website - www.i-w-s.org 732 Stremma Rd

Largo, FL 33770Phone – 813-333-6557

Elizabeth Perry (Hearing Aid Sales) Costco Wholesale Hearing Aid Center 8201 S Tamiami Trl Unit 501Sarasota, FL 34238-2966 United StatesPhone: 941-554-2821

Jim ScottComplete Hearing SolutionsLoop Sales and InstallationsEmail – jim@completehearingsolutions.org Website – www.completehearing solutions.org 111 2nd Ave NE, Ste 900St Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone – 727-260-3488

Mark Selis, HISAll Ears Hearing ServicesEmail Address: allearshearingservices@gmail.com Website: www.allearshearingservices.com2620 S. Tamiami Trail – Suite 101 Sarasota, FL 34239Phone: 941-320-2122

Mary Thorpe, Au.D.HearCare Audiology CenterEmail Address: drthorpe@myhearcare.com Website: http://myhearcare.com2800 Hillview StreetSarasota, FL 34239Phone: 941-316-0400

Laura Wazen (Physical Therapist)Equinox Physical Therapy LLCEmail Address: laurenwazen@gmail.com Website: http://www.equinoxphysicaltherapy.com 950 S Tamiami Trl Ste 101Sarasota, FL 34236-7804Phone: 941-404-4567

LOOPED LOCATIONSTravelling in 2015?

Stay in the loop. There is a great website that will let you know about all 666 looped locations in Michigan or the 387 locations in New York or 166 locations in British Columbia. Check ahead and enjoy your visit!

http://www.aldlocator.com/

OUTREACH - FARMERS MARKET

Outreach -- Downtown Sarasota Farmers Market

Outreach Events Keep the Chapter Busy

The Chapter’s outreach program covers over 100 events a year. Please contact Dave Donnelly to “pay it forward” by attending events with our table and materials and informally offering education, advocacy and support to members of our community. With the assistance of Mark Selis, the Chapter has scheduled 10 outreach events in both January and February. We need some help from 9:00 AM to Noon on many of those days. “On the job” training is available at any Farmers Market day or special event. Let Dave Donnelly know if you can help HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee by contacting hla.sarasota@gmail.com .

Farmers Market -- Saturday, January 24- - 7 AM to 1 PM

Our monthly information and support booth at the Sarasota Farmer’s Marker offers an opportunity for people to learn how to address their hearing loss.

The Chapter has a permanently assigned site, 1920 State Street between Lemon and Pineapple.

There will be free hearing screening each month by one of HLAA-Sarasota/Manatee’s Pro Partners. If you have a friend who needs hearing help and cannot make one of our meetings, please suggest they visit us here.