It’s one thing to have an alarm system that scares intruders, but it’s another if you still don’t know what’s happening around you when the alarm goes off. Many security alarm systems are not accessible to people with hearing loss. If you can’t hear above 70 decibels, no audio alarm system will operate best for …
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Are you annoyed that you get startled or jumpy easily, worried about your child wandering at night or a family member’s safety? We sometimes must watch for things to avoid dangers or be attentive to our surroundings. It could be keeping a watchful eye on your child or adult with dementia. You turn your back …
Early-Warning Notifications: Alerting Devices for Hard of Hearing Read More »
Door knock detectors offer an alternative to doorbells because not everyone lives in a home. You may live in a low-rise condo or apartment, a hotel, or a motel. You may be in a workplace where the open concept isn’t a thing. Having a doorbell installed in these places is uncommon. Doorbells may not be …
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When exploring deaf and hard-of-hearing technology for the home, there are abundant devices that you can use to make your home the way you like it to be. Our home is a place that we consider a sanctuary. I place that we feel the most comfortable and an expression of personality and mood. Owning a …
When your hearing limits you from using legacy doorbells, fire alarm systems and other sounds calling for your attention, alerting systems, also known as alerting devices for the deaf and hard of hearing, will be important. Living in convenience and comfort is your right. The constant anxiety of not knowing, paying attention, or double-checking all …
Be aware – Alerting devices for the deaf or hard of hearing that make sense Read More »
If you’re deaf and hard of hearing, you are probably using or looking into a visual alerting device to help you be aware of things calling for your attention. But, unfortunately, in a world where sounds are used for communication, you often can’t respond in time, making life problematic and difficult and making you feel …
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