McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care explains how to introduce hearing loops to authorized persons in public places such as churches and theaters.

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Asking is Key! Strategies for Getting a Hearing
Loop Installed at A Church or Theater
The majority of public venues and businesses have made their buildings
wheelchair accessible, an extremely visible disability, but may not be aware
of the less visible challenges confronted by people who have difficulty
hearing. In conjunction with telecoil hearing aids or cochlear implants,
hearing loops clarify sounds for hearing challenged individuals, are a more
affordable investment than other modifications for the disabled and will
bring in more patronage. Sometimes the managers of the venue simply
aren’t aware of how much a hearing loop might help. With a little bit of time
and effort you might be able to get
them to install one.
Churches and places of
worship. While many
synagogues, churches and
mosques already have some type
of assistive hearing device, it
might be outdated and
inconvenient or the place you
attend might not have one at all. If
this is the case, let the
congregation and worship leaders know of the advantages of this type of
system, such as being able to push a button to customize your ability to
hear the sermon clearly through your own hearing aid.. You might try to
gain popular support for the idea by submitting an article to the website or
newsletter of the church.
Theaters, auditoriums and other public buildings. In the United States,
it is a legal requirement for pubic assembly spaces to have audio
amplification. A hearing loop is an easy way for a venue to comply with this
law. To promote this need, you can write to or meet with the people in
charge of these public spaces and business to explain the need and
benefits. Installing a hearing loop can allow the business to tap into a new
segment of the population which sometimes has limited entertainment

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Arm yourself with information. Whether you speak with the people in
charge, write a letter or create a poster, it is important to share the facts to
create understanding and awareness. Define hearing loop, its function and
costs. Explain the necessity and convenience of hearing loops for you and
others. Explain to them the benefits of their increased business. Even if
they don’t engage in the idea the first time, be available as a resource for
further information and ask if you can touch base with them every few
months to continue the discussion.