Tim Browning | HLAA-LA

Celebrating 20 Years as a Chapter!

July 22, 2024 News

This is a big year for the Los Angeles chapter as we celebrate 20 years of supporting our greater Los Angeles community. Many friends and family have benefited from the work of the chapter and our dedicated members.

The Los Angeles Chapter (HLAA-LA) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The chapter has been dedicated to supporting adults with hearing loss, as well as families and parents impacted by hearing loss. Over the past two decades, HLAA-LA has provided invaluable resources, education, and advocacy to the local community, fostering a supportive environment for individuals to share experiences and access essential services.

Learn more about our history and stay tuned for information coming soon to join us and have a big celebration!

U.S. Access Board to Hold Town Hall Meeting in Los Angeles

March 11, 2024 Advocacy, News

The U.S. Access Board will hold a public town hall meeting on Tuesday, April 16 from 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. (PT) at the California Endowment’s Center for Healthy Communities Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. Presidentially appointed Access Board members and representatives from other federal member agencies will be present to hear from the local community about the state of accessibility in Los Angeles. Representatives from the City of Los Angeles Department on Disability will also be present.

Following the public comment period, members of the public will be able to meet and speak with Presidentially appointed Board members and representatives from other federal agencies.

The town hall meeting is open to all members of the public. Please register for in-person attendance by April 8, 2024. To register, send an email to events@access-board.gov with your name and organization (if applicable). The Access Board invites in-person comments on accessibility. Registrants who wish to make in-person comments must indicate their request to speak when emailing events@access-board.gov. Public commenters will be allotted two minutes to make their comments. Please note that this is an in-person only event.

Join our First 2024 Meeting!

January 19, 2024 Accessible Entertainment, Chapter, Meetings

Join our first 2024 chapter meeting!

Date: Saturday, January 27, 2024
Where: Online Zoom Meeting
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. PT

REGISTER

Hearing loss can be a challenging condition that affects many aspects of your life, such as communication, relationships, work, education, and mental health. You are not alone in this journey, and we are here to listen, share, and learn from each other.

Please register and join our rap gathering for the opportunity to introduce ourselves, share our stories, ask questions, and offer advice and support from discussion topics. This will be your opportunity to participate as much as you feel comfortable in a warm and supportive environment.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, January 27!

Any questions? Just email us at info@hlaa-la.org.

New Tinnitus Developments Presentation Recap

November 25, 2023 Events, Meetings, News, Research

Exploring the Latest in Tinnitus Therapy: Insights from Dr. Cohen’s Engaging Session held on November 18, 2023

by Rizwana Jmari

The HLAA-LA community had the distinct opportunity to engage with Dr. Sharzad Cohen, a revered audiology expert, particularly in tinnitus. As a familiar and respected figure in our chapter, Dr. Cohen’s online presentation provided a comprehensive overview of the latest updates and advances in tinnitus therapy.

(You can view the presentation at the bottom of this article)

Shar Dr. Cohen detailed her professional journey with her deep-rooted experience and passion for audiology, highlighting her affiliations with prestigious organizations like the American Academy of Audiology and the American Tinnitus Association. Her extensive experience in the field, especially in managing tinnitus, added a rich context to her presentation.

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Hearing Health Matters: HLAA-LA Participates in Black Health Matters Summit

October 9, 2023 Chapter, Events, HLAA

Los Angeles, CA – October 8, 2023 – The Hearing Loss Association of America – Los Angeles Chapter (HLAA-LA) recently participated in the Black Health Matters Health Summit and Expo held on October 7, 2023, at the St. Anne’s Family Services Conference Center in Los Angeles. It was the first major outreach event for HLAA-LA post-COVID-19 pandemic.