Upstate Hearing Aid Center

12/22/2025

12/22/2025

Winter is here and I’m leaning ALL the way into it this year! Between festive traditions, cozy nights, and twinkling lights, there’s just something magical about this season. ✨

Here’s what’s on my winter bucket list this year:
🎄 Decorate the tree
☕ Sip hot cocoa by the fire
🎶 Listen to holiday music on repeat (no shame!)
🍪 Bake something that makes the whole house smell amazing
🏠 Build a gingerbread house (for looks & taste, not structural integrity 😉)
🕯️ Enjoy one quiet evening with no to-do list, just peace
⛄ Build a snowman if you go north for a road trip or skiing
❄️ Take a winter walk and just listen to how still and peaceful everything sounds

Because for me, this season isn’t just about the sights and smells, it’s about the sounds that make it feel alive: laughter, music, conversation, and crackling fires. 🔥

What’s on your winter bucket list!? Share in the comments!

12/19/2025

17th: When Hearing Loss Hits Home - Missing Meaningful Sounds

Sometimes the sounds that matter most are the ones we don’t realize we’re missing.
A patient shared with me recently:
“I saw my grandson ask my husband to play cards with him… TWICE. Both times he didn’t respond, so he eventually just walked away…” 😞

💔Hearing these moments straight from our patients can cut you to your core. They’re not just “missed words,” they’re missed connections, missed laughter, and missed memories.

With our support, these moments can be reclaimed. The laughter, the conversation, the joy… It’s never too late to reconnect. ✨

12/18/2025

🧣 It’s cold out HEAR! ❄️

Winter weather is here, and while you’re bundling up, don’t forget to show your hearing aids a little extra love!

Cold temps, condensation, and hat friction can all cause issues if you’re not careful. Here are a few quick tips to keep your devices happy and working their best:
👂 Watch out for moisture: When you come inside from the cold, let your hearing aids dry completely. A dehumidifier or drying kit works wonders!
🧢 Be mindful with hats: Tight beanies or ear-covering hats can knock your hearing aids loose, create feedback, or add extra pressure. Choose a soft, breathable hat that gives your ears a bit of space.
🌡️ Avoid leaving hearing aids in the car: Extreme cold can drain batteries faster (and no one wants a “silent night” because of that).

Because your hearing health matters long after the fitting, and we want you to hear every cozy, wintery moment this season. ❄️

12/17/2025

12/16/2025

☎️ Might be dating myself here… but remember the days when you called people on landlines and had to guess who was on the other end? 😅

🗣️ One of the most amazing auditory gifts we have is the ability to recognize familiar voices. It’s incredible how you can pick up the phone (without seeing a caller ID) and immediately know if it’s a loved one.

This holiday season, take a moment to appreciate those voices around you. Each one carries a unique sound that your brain remembers… from giggles to warm greetings.

📱If following conversation (especially on the phone) is getting tricky, consider scheduling a hearing test! We’re one call away 😉

12/15/2025

🎅 “He’s making a list… and checking it twice…”
…but have you checked your hearing yet? 😉

Santa’s not the only one keeping track this season… make sure you’re on the list to get your hearing checked!

[We are booked until… but are happy to see you in 2026!]

12/12/2025

See you next week! Have a Fantastic weekend!

12/12/2025

One of the amazing gifts of hearing is the ability to tell different pitches (aka frequencies 🤓) apart…something we often take for granted! 👂✨

Think about it:
🔔 The high-pitched jingle of sleigh bells vs. the deep “Ho Ho Ho” of Santa’s laugh
⛄️ The delicate chime of a snow globe vs footsteps stomping through fresh snow
🎄Tiny ornaments clinking as you hang them on the tree vs the rumble of a holiday train set around the tree

🧠 Our brains help us distinguish all these sounds, letting us fully enjoy every festive moment.

If you’ve noticed it’s harder to pick out these details (or conversations get “blurry” in noisy rooms), consider scheduling a hearing check before the end of the year!

12/11/2025

As part of his holiday preparations, Santa stopped by yesterday to share some festive cheer and verify that his hearing aids were operating at peak performance 🎅

12/11/2025

🎶 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Fun fact: “Hark” actually means LISTEN! 👂

So when the angels are singing (or the kids are sneaking cookies before dinner 😏), make sure you’re actually hearing it ALL!