Hearing aids do a lot, but they don’t always cover every situation a person runs into during their day. Some environments are harder than others, and there are tools specifically designed to fill those gaps. That’s where assistive listening devices come in.
Assistive listening devices (ALDs) are built for specific listening situations where distance, background noise or room acoustics make hearing harder than usual.
Some people use them alongside their hearing aids. Others use them on their own. Either way, they’re practical tools that address real situations rather than trying to be an all-in-one solution.
At The Hearing Center, our audiologists help you explore assistive listening options that support activities like watching television, talking on the phone or hearing better in public settings.
What Are Assistive Listening Devices?
Assistive listening devices are tools that help you hear more clearly in situations where background noise, distance or other factors make listening difficult. They can work with hearing aids or on their own, directing sound from a source closer to your ears or reducing competing noise.
These devices are available in different styles to match the situations you encounter most, like watching television, speaking on the phone, or participating in meetings or public events.
CaptionCall
CaptionCall is a telephone service designed to help you follow conversations more easily by displaying real-time captions of what the other person is saying. It works with your hearing needs to make phone calls clearer and less stressful.
Using CaptionCall alongside hearing aids or other devices can help you stay connected and participate fully in phone conversations. We can help you determine if this service fits your communication needs and show you how to use it effectively.
CaptionCall Mobile
CaptionCall Mobile is an app for iOS and Android that lets you make and receive captioned phone calls, helping you see every word during conversations. The app works with a CaptionCall account and your phone connection, providing support whether you are at home or on the go.
Using CaptionCall Mobile can make phone calls easier to follow and reduce the frustration that often comes with hearing over the phone.
Auracast
Auracast is a wireless audio system that lets your hearing aids or compatible devices connect directly to TVs, phones and public audio systems. It sends sound straight to your hearing devices, which can make it easier to follow conversations or media without struggling over background noise or distance.
Auracast is especially useful for people who want better access to sound in public spaces, like classrooms, theaters or places of worship. It can also make home activities, like watching TV or talking on the phone, more manageable.
This technology allows you to hear more clearly and stay involved in the conversations and activities that matter most to you.
