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Semin Hear 2000; Volume 21(Number 03): 257-266
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-7318
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AUDIOLOGIC REHABILITATION SUPPORT PROGRAMS: A NETWORK MODEL

Cynthia Meadows Beyer, Jerry L. Northern
  • HEARx Ltd., West Palm Beach, Florida
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Audiologists have traditionally focused their attention on the technical aspects of fitting hearing aids. Patients, however, often need additional help to cope with living with their hearing impairments and to adjust to daily life with their personal amplification instruments. This article describes a formalized group aural rehabilitation program in place at the HEARx network-hearing centers located in 78 locations in four states. Approximately 20,000 patients participate in the Hearing Education and Listening Program (H.E.L.P.) annually.

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Audiology - aural rehabilitation - hearing aids