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<\/h2>\nSummer is here, and that means it\u2019s vacation time! When traveling, many of us opt to rent a home or apartment as opposed to staying in a hotel. If you have hearing loss, there are a few extra steps you should take to make sure your home rental goes smoothly, and you can enjoy your vacation whether you\u2019re flying to a different country or simply spending the week relaxing and playing golf at Hilton Head Island.<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nWhen renting a vacation home, good communication with your host is essential to having the best experience, and that’s especially true if you have hearing loss. You can ask about any specific accommodations you require and ensure that the property meets your needs before traveling.<\/p>\n
Reading reviews can offer more insight into whether this property is a good fit for you. You can see what others say about the accommodations, how responsive the host is and get a sense of the neighborhood that you are staying in. It might be helpful to stay in a quieter rental space if you have hearing loss so that you won\u2019t have to deal with as much distracting background noise.<\/p>\n
Before you hop in your car or fly out of Charleston International Airport, make a list of all your hearing accessories that you need to bring, including:<\/p>\n
Certain websites, like Airbnb, have added accessibility features that can help people with hearing loss find what properties and hosts may best meet their needs. Some filters include whether a host knows sign language or if the home has a quiet retreat place.<\/p>\n
Have you been noticing changes in your hearing? If so, you\u2019re not alone. Statistics from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) tell us that \u201cone in eight people in the United States aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n If you have been struggling to follow conversations or need to turn up the TV or radio louder than usual, schedule an appointment for a hearing test. If you have hearing loss, you and your audiologist will work together to find the right pair of hearing aids or other treatments to best meet your needs.<\/p>\n For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact The Hearing & Balance Center<\/span> today.<\/p>\n