About the Blog. The Akoio team includes writers, researchers, audiologists, and other industry experts who focus on hearing loss and hearing wellness. Akoio members can access even more content, including guides for talking about hearing loss with younger teens and older parents, and a guide for how to find a good audiologist.
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Hearing Loss — A Worthy Conversation
Most of us know how to hold a conversation, but we might be apprehensive about a sensitive subject matter like hearing loss. This is why Akoio founder, Bill Schiffmiller, who has profound hearing loss, created “How to Talk About Hearing Loss” hearing guides.
Hearing Aid and Cochlear Implant Battery Subscription Service Expands to Help Meet Today’s Challenges
Our collaboration with HSDC ensures that their clients never run out of reliable, essential power for their hearing aids and other hearing devices.
You (yes, you!) will “conquer life” in 2021
Having a ‘conquer life’ mindset, being ready to choose our response whatever life throws at us, transforms problems into opportunities.
Why I’m STILL Grateful for My Hearing Loss
Being (and remaining) grateful has been particularly challenging in 2020. But, even in such a troublesome year, I find I’m still grateful for the unique perspective my hearing loss gives me.
Can a hearing aid battery subscription change the world?
Akoio launched its hearing aid battery subscription service this month. The service assures hearing aid users never run out of power.
Tinnitus — An Akoio Member’s Hearing Story
Tinnitus affects 50 million Americans. An Akoio member shares her story about living with unwanted sounds in her ears and how she copes.