HLAA Walk4Hearing Homepage - the Hearing Loss Association of America

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The Hearing Loss Association of America Walk4Hearing increases public awareness about hearing loss, eradicates the stigma associated with it and raises funds for national and local programs.

Be the difference, Step up for Hearing Loss and Communication Access Today!

2017 FUNDRAISING GOAL: $1.4M

Progress: 45%
Raised: $ 624972 Goal: $ 1400000

JOIN the #HearingLossChallenge

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3 easy steps to experience hearing loss!

Get your ear plugs at the Walk, register today!
Wear your ear plugs while you walk.
Share your experience by using #HearingLossChallenge

CALL TO ACTION!

Step up for better communication access. Take action and raise awareness!

Show your support for the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017, [S. 670 or HR1652]. Find out why this helps all people with hearing loss. Let people know about it on social media. Use #CommAccess and #HLAA4OTC.
Advocate on your own behalf. For example, request a captioning device at the movie theater or get a captioned telephone. Here’s a list of suggestions to help you get started.
Share this Communications Tip Card with family, friends, and co-workers to help others understand how to better communicate with you.

Whatever you do, post what you did on social media. Take a selfie or send a message and use #CommAccess! (Add #HLAA4OTC for supporting the OTC Bill.)

OTC Hearing Aid Bill

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At the Movies

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With Family/Friends

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GET INVOLVED

Walk with Us!

Find a Walk near you and Step Up for People with Hearing Loss.

Make a Donation

Support a walker by making a donation or joining their team.

Be an Alliance

Team up with us and rally your team to fundraise for your organization!

SPONSOR

National Sponsorship

Step Up and Support the Walk4Hearing as a National Corporate Sponsor.

Local Sponsorship

Support the Walk4Hearing by becoming a Local Sponsor at one of our 21 walks nationwide.