Assistive Listening Devices
Hear confidently, everywhere.
Hearing loss varies from person to person — especially when age is part of the equation. Assistive listening devices minimize the places where hearing loss becomes a barrier, so you can feel confident at home and away.
About loop systems.
Today's digital hearing aids effectively enhance hearing in conversational settings — but when speakers are at a distance, backgrounds are noisy, or room acoustics reverberate, sound can become unclear. Hearing loops eliminate background noise so the hearing aid user can focus on speech. It's a simple, inexpensive technology that turns any telecoil-equipped hearing aid into a personalized wireless receiver.
Assistive listening devices.
From simple personal amplifiers to sophisticated FM broadcast systems, we carry solutions for every situation.
Personal Amplifier
These small, portable boxes cut out most background noise and are ideal for one-on-one conversations. They include a microphone input for flexible listening options.
FM Hearing Aid Systems
Mobile personal amplifiers that use radio broadcast technology. They can work from 150+ feet away — ideal for classrooms, places of worship, and large meeting rooms.
Infrared Systems
When privacy is paramount, infrared systems transmit sound using light waves rather than radio frequencies. Most common in theaters, courtrooms, and professional settings.
Bluetooth Hearing Aids
Built-in Bluetooth technology pairs seamlessly with smartphones, tablets, and TVs. Secure, easy to set up, and designed to pair within seconds of being turned on.
Hearing Loop Systems
Telecoil-equipped hearing aids can connect to an induction loop — the simplest and most affordable assistive listening setup, requiring only a button press for clear sound.
How hearing loops work.
An induction loop transmits magnetic energy through a wire that surrounds an audience. Telecoil-equipped hearing aids pick up that signal and deliver clear, customized sound directly — without background noise. Not all hearing aids support telecoil, so ask your Livingston professional which brands are compatible.
If the telecoil is already installed in your hearing aid, it requires only the push of a button for clear sound delivered directly to your ears.
Frequently asked questions.
- Who can benefit from using ALDs?
- ALDs benefit individuals with any degree of hearing loss, including those with auditory processing disorders or difficulties hearing in specific environments like classrooms, theaters, or meetings.
- Can ALDs connect to smartphones or other devices?
- Yes. Many modern ALDs feature Bluetooth connectivity, allowing them to pair with smartphones, tablets, or other compatible devices for improved clarity and convenience.
- Are ALDs only for individuals with hearing aids?
- No. While many ALDs work with hearing aids or cochlear implants, standalone devices like personal amplifiers can be used by anyone experiencing difficulty hearing in certain situations.
- Can ALDs be used in noisy environments?
- Yes. Many ALDs are specifically designed to reduce background noise and focus on specific sounds or voices, making them especially effective in challenging listening environments.
Ready to find your device?
Would you like a consultation to find out whether your hearing aids work with induction loop systems, or try a compatible pair? Give us a call or schedule a visit.