Commonly Used Technologies

Below are some technological solutions for communicating effectively with people with hearing loss. These provide “auxiliary aids and services” under Effective Communication with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Resource

• Assistive Listening DEVICE vs. Assistive Listening SYSTEM: What is the Difference? (2 pages)

Technologies

• Captions (Supplied by institution or consumer-owned)
• Personal Amplification (Supplied by institution or consumer-owned). Technological solutions for communicating effectively with people with hearing loss. The patient may bring their own personal equipment; however, the institution must have the necessary equipment on hand, under the ADA.
• Remote Microphones (Patient-owned and provided)