Hearing Loss Magazine January/February 2013 - 4

FOUNDER
Howard E. “Rocky” Stone (1925-2004) In 1979, Rocky Stone founded the organization as Self Help for Hard of Hearing People (SHHH).

Hearing Loss Association
of America

Hearing Loss Association of America®
7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 1200 Bethesda, MD 20814 301.657.2248 Voice 301.913.9413 Fax www.hearingloss.org inquiry@hearingloss.org The Hearing Loss Association of America is the nation’s foremost membership and advocacy organization for people with hearing loss. Hearing Loss Association of America opens the world of communication to people with hearing loss through information, education, support and advocacy. The national support network includes the Washington, D.C., area office, 14 state organizations, and 200 local chapters. Our clear, straightforward message has changed the lives of thousands of people: Hearing loss is a daily challenge you can overcome. You do not have to hide your hearing loss. You do not have to face hearing loss alone. Executive Director

“Information is essential. But, what we do with that information is equally essential. No one can help us fight the battle until we make the basic decision to help ourselves. Once that major step is taken, the way is open to improve our lot. Believe it or not, there are many people willing and ready to help us communicate effectively if they know what it is they should do. Isn’t it time we begin to tell them?” From An Invisible Condition: The Human Side of Hearing Loss by Rocky Stone.
For advertising information, contact Kyle Harrington at kyle@bluehouse.us BOARD OF TRUSTEES AURAL REHABILITATION MEDICAL

Diana Bender, Ph.D., PA President James DeCaro, Ph.D., NY Vice President Roy M. Kulick, M.D., OH Treasurer Zac La Fratta, DC Secretary
BOARD

Scott J. Bally, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
CAPTIONING (CART)

Deanna Baker, RMR, FAPR
CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT

Paul Hammerschlag, M.D. New York University Medical Center John W. House, M.D. House Research Institute/Clinic Michael D. Seidman, M.D. Henry Ford Hospital
MENTAL HEALTH

Brenda Battat
Deputy Executive Director Editor-in-Chief

Joan Kleinrock
EDUCATION/ CHILDREN’S ISSUES

Barbara Kelley
Director of Public Policy

Brenda Battat, ex-officio Peter C. Fackler, NY Toni Iacolucci, NY Jeannette Kanter, NY Patricia Kricos, Ph.D., FL Paul Lurie, IL Nancy R. Peterson, PA James Saunders, Ph.D., PA Nancy Lelewer Sonnabend, MA Mark Spradley, MD Michael Stone, DC Alyssa R. Terk, M.D., PA Margaret Wallhagen, Ph.D., CA
PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS AUDIOLOGY

Carol Flexer, Ph.D. University of Akron Julia Davis, Ph.D. University of Minnesota
GET IN THE HEARING LOOP STEERING COMMITTEE

Lise Hamlin
Director of Events and Marketing

Samuel Trychin, Ph.D.
PARENTS’ ISSUES

Nancy Macklin
National State and Chapter Coordinator

John Flanders, Esq.
TECHNICAL

Elizabeth LeBarron
Director, Walk4Hearing®

Cheryl Davis, Ph.D. Stephen O. Frazier
HEARING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Linda Kozma-Spytek, MA, CCC-A Gallaudet University Mead Killion, Ph.D. Etymotic Research Harry Levitt, Ph.D. RERC, Gallaudet University Advanced Hearing Concepts, Inc.

Ronnie Adler
Northeast Region Walk4Hearing® Coordinator

Ron Vickery
HEARING LOOP ADVOCATE

Suzanne D’Amico
Web Administrator

Juliëtte Sterkens, Au.D.
LEGAL

Susan Parras
Business Manager

Jennifer Yeagle The Listening Center, Johns Hopkins

Henry Fader Pepper Hamilton LLP

Teri Canniff
IT/Data Manager

Kate Brasacchio
Financial Services Coordinator and Controller

Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals involved in the concept, writing and design of traditional materials and programs, and emerging technologies. Hearing Loss Magazine was honored to receive two awards. Publications/Magazine (Gold)—September/October 2010 issue Design/Overall Publication (Honorable Mention)—January/February 2011 issue

Sean Smith
Program Assistants

Barbara Miller Lauren Ragsac
Development Consultant

Joy S. Braun
Hearing Loss Association of America® National Office Volunteers

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