Key Benefits Of Wireless Hearing Loop System

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Hearing loop systems and the benefits they can provide to hearing aid wearers is significant, and it is the reasonability of public location to ensure that a provision is provided to ensure hearing aid wearers can hear speech or announcements through their hearing aid. If you or anyone you know has hearing difficulties and uses hearing aid with a teli coil or T-setting mode there is equipment that may already be available in places you visit that would ensure you hear speech more clearly. If you happen to visit public location where there is no provision to help you with hearing then it may be something that can be installed to help people with a hearing impairment hear better.

A wireless hearing loop system, also known as an induction loop or a hearing aid loop, has many benefits. Here are a few of the key ones:

Many recipients can benefit at once

Perfect for groups with more than one person that is hard of hearing, a wireless hearing aid loop can amplify soundwaves for everyone in the room with a hearing aid. One loop works for everyone, meaning that there are no explosive costs. A hearing loop means that people with normal hearing can here speech or sound at normal volume, while those with hearing aids can hear sound directly from its source into their hearing aids via the loop system.

Wireless hearing loops can be portable

If you’re worried about growing accustomed to life with a hearing loop only to then go away on holiday and have the hotel room TV seem unintelligible, then worry not! Portable, handheld system exist, which means you can simply pack one and then use it wherever you need to be. Whether it’s a restaurant, hotel room TV or any group gathering, you’ll no longer have to be worried about feeling annoying by requesting extra high volumes, or asking people to repeat themselves – because there’ll be no need for it!

Conversations don’t have to feel stilted

By simply placing a hearing aid loop system or accessory on a table, normal conversational volumes are amplified so you can hear! This is perfect for both personal and group conversations, as you no longer have to feel like you’re making the conversation seem unnatural by asking everyone to speak in a louder tone. Bearing the previous point in mind too, you can also bring a portable loop or accessory with you for assistance with everyday activities and tasks such as doctor’s appointments.

Interested about getting a wireless hearing loop system? Look no further than Gordon Morris, who can offer solutions for work, personal life and everything in between.”

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Glastonbury Town Hall, Glastonbury, Somerset

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The challenge: To support hard of hearing councillors and members of the public to allow them to fully participate in meetings and events.
The solution: The portable Phonak Roger system, supplied with full training provided.
The benefits: The fully portable solution has enabled the councillors and public to participate and engage in meetings and events.

Glastonbury Town Hall is a beautiful grade II listed building built in the 1800’s, located on Magdelene Street, close to the Market Place situated next to Glastonbury Abbey. It is owned, maintained and run by Glastonbury Town Council.

The building consists of a number rooms including; two Halls, a Council Chamber and Mayors Parlour, not to mention two Kitchens and a bar.

“It has improved discussions so all members are able to hear clearly.”

Support for the Whole Family

Licenced as a wedding venue, the building is able to accommodate a variety of events including coffee mornings, craft fairs and much more. To ensure that all attendees, councillors and members of the public are able to fully participate, it was recognised that an additional hearing system was required.

Gordon Morris had previously installed a room loop in the main hall. Therefore when a further requirement was identified to support users at chamber events. Due to the level of service and support provided during the previous install, advice and a quote was requested.

Premises and Estates Officer Jackie Boice contacted Gordon Morris and invited Mark Birch Operations Manager to meet and discuss their requirements. Mark is known to the Town Council for the training and support he provides. Mark demonstrated the portable Phonak Roger system, which is quick and easy to set up and packs neatly away into its own protective case. The system can be simply picked up and moved to wherever needed.

The council chamber is used for many meetings and often welcomes members of the public. Former Councillor Bill Knight previously commented on the difference the Phonak Roger system made to the meetings, it has improved discussions so all members are able to hear clearly. For the public sitting in the gallery at the meetings, the slimline wireless speaker can be positioned to provide better sound quality ensuring all present in the room are able to hear those using the microphones.

The wireless microphones are quick and easy to setup, removing the worry of cables and the safety of users. The microphones can also be passed to the public should they wish to ask questions during a meeting.

“The support we receive from Mark has been great. He is always available to answer questions.”

Professional service

Gordon Morris engineers offer a full service and support package. From surveying the premises and advising what equipment is required, to installing and maintaining the system. Caretaker Les commented, ‘the support we receive from Mark has been great. He is always available to answer questions.’

To find out more about Glastonbury Town Hall visit www.glastonbury.gov.uk

Gordon Morris would like to thank Jackie Boice for her kind cooperation with this article and wishes everyone at Glastonbury Town Hall the very best for the future.

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