Winchester Academy

Thank you for inviting me to present to the Winchester Academy on July 14, 2025. That sure was an energizing meeting!

Below are the handouts mentioned during the lecture, available for download or printing so you can review them at your convenience.

Hearing Advice to Make you (and your ears) Smile!

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Speaker: Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens, Audiologist

July 14, 2025, 6:30 pm

Waupaca Area Public Library Meeting Rooms

Program Description. Hearing loss is a common issue of aging that is usually associated with increasing difficulties with understanding speech in the presence of background noise. Hearing aids have significantly improved in recent decades, but they have limits, especially in public facilities where background noise and distance can interfere with speech clarity. This informative program takes a deep dive into hearing, hearing loss, hearing aids, why hearing in noise is challenging, and explains how the Americans with Disabilities Act can help. Learn about Best Practices in hearing care and the types of technologies available to help overcome hearing aid limitations. Become an informed consumer to get the hearing care and technology that fits your needs and budget.

Handouts

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(1 page) by Dr. Juliëtte Sterkens, AuD. 10 short explanations …
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(1 page) Auracast is an emerging technology and there are …
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(April 2025) Hearing Health Foundation, by Whyman. “ADA-Access-Ready” hearing instruments
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What Jack Discovered and What Every Consumer Should Know. A …
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(2 pages) HLAA Wisconsin.  Information about wireless connectivity, hearing evaluation, …
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One page (15 quick questions plus instructions) to check your …