The Hearing and Speech Foundation

01/14/2026

Cold weather can take a toll on your ears, causing everything from increased earwax buildup to reduced blood flow and a higher risk of infections. These harsh conditions can lead to discomfort or even temporary hearing loss. ..
Protect your ears this winter by bundling up with earmuffs or cozy hats—so you can enjoy all the sounds of the season! ☃️

12/31/2025

💙 Celebrate Safely This New Year's Eve! 💙

Planning to ring in 2026 at a party or concert? New Year's Eve celebrations with music, crowds, and noisemakers can easily exceed safe hearing levels.

🦻 Protect Your Hearing:
✨ Take breaks from noisy environments
✨ Consider using earplugs at loud venues
✨ If your ears are ringing after the celebration, that's a sign of hearing damage

Enjoy the festivities, but don't forget to protect your hearing! Here's to a happy and healthy New Year! 🎉

12/25/2025

💙 Happy Holidays! 💙

From all of us at the Hearing and Speech Foundation, we wish you a joyful season filled with love, laughter, and precious connections with the people who matter most.

May your holidays be filled with the beautiful sounds of celebration! 🧡

12/22/2025

12/22/2025

In March, our board set an ambitious goal: increase hearing aid applications and fittings by 25% in 2025.
We're thrilled to share that we not only met but exceeded our goals!

✨ Fitting goal reached: October 3
✨ Application goal reached: November 17

This success means more East Tennessee families are hearing life's precious moments clearly. Thank you to our board, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters who made this incredible year possible!

Here's to empowering even more joyful connections in 2026! 🧡

12/15/2025

💙 Holiday Celebration! 💙

We gathered at Vienna Coffee Company to celebrate a wonderful year of empowering joyful connections in Blount County!

As we look back on 2025, we're filled with gratitude for our dedicated board of directors, amazing volunteers, and every supporter who believes in our mission. Your commitment makes it possible for us to help East Tennessee families access life-changing hearing services.

Thank you for being part of our story this year! 🧡

12/10/2025

💙 Do You Hear What I Hear? 💙

The holidays are filled with beautiful sounds: carolers singing, grandchildren laughing, loved ones gathering around the table. These precious moments deserve to be heard clearly.

For over 40 years, we've been helping East Tennessee families access the hearing aid services they need to enjoy every joyful sound of the season.

This holiday season, consider giving the Gift of Hearing. Your donation helps families share the sounds that matter most.

Donate today: 👉 hsfweb.org/product/make-a-donation/ 🧡

12/02/2025

💙 It's Giving Tuesday! 💙

Today is a day to give back, and we invite you to join us in providing the Gift of Hearing to East Tennessee families.

Your contribution helps us provide financial assistance for hearing aids and resources to those in need. Together, we can empower individuals to reconnect with their loved ones and the world around them.

Every gift makes a difference. Will you help us continue empowering joyful connections in our community?

Donate today: 👉 hsfweb.org/product/make-a-donation/

Thank you for your support! 🧡

11/27/2025

💙 Happy Thanksgiving! 💙

This Thanksgiving, we're reflecting on all we have to be grateful for.
We're thankful to be part of so many joyful connections in Blount County. We're grateful for our dedicated board of directors, our generous sponsors, and every supporter who believes in our mission.

Most of all, we're thankful for the families we serve and the privilege of helping loved ones hear each other clearly around the table today and every day.

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🧡

11/17/2025

💙 November Board Meeting 💙

Our volunteer Board of Directors met this month to plan for the year ahead and ensure we continue serving East Tennessee folks with excellence.

We're incredibly grateful for these dedicated community leaders who give their time and expertise to guide our mission. Their commitment to empowering joyful connections makes all the difference!

Thank you to our board for your service and leadership! 🧡

11/11/2025

💙 Honoring Our Veterans 💙

Today we remember and honor all who have served our country. Hearing loss is one of the most common sacrifices veterans make in service to our nation, and we are grateful for the VA's commitment to meeting their needs.

To all veterans, thank you for your service and sacrifice. You are on our minds today and always. 🇺🇸

11/05/2025

💙 Join Our Team! 💙

We're still searching for a part-time audiologist to join the Hearing and Speech Foundation! This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of East Tennessee families.

Position: Part-Time Audiologist (3 days per week)

If you're passionate about helping people access quality hearing care regardless of financial circumstances, we'd love to hear from you!

Interested? Email your resume to info@handsf.org