Hearing Associates of Florence

11/05/2025

Would you like to become a better gardener? Applications to join the 2026 Master Gardener's class are open now until November 15th. More details are here.

Master Gardener Training 2026 - Applications Open! Share Print Apply for the 2026 training Applications for the 2026 training are open October 1 - November 15, 2025. Apply here! If you would prefer a printed copy of the application, please contact Chrisha Favors, [email protected] or 541-309-0622. ...

10/31/2025

Got a fright when something went bump in the night? 👻 That's your hearing at work! Our ears keep us safe, alert and ready for spooky surprises.

10/29/2025

Choosing the correct type of hearing protection and knowing how to use it deserves special consideration. This article shares information about a variety of types of hearing protection, how to use them, and their pros and cons. https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing-protectors?fbclid=IwY2xjawNuIZ1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMZ3Jja0g4ZXd5STZ4Z0RqAR6jhlo_g-H5lVY0NdIM5YaH05Zl6EMc0UWpQGmhanDOgOw4bhSax-lbL_ohdA_aem_1ZQEPtp4QM1cJ2hmlfx7NA

Hearing protectors are wearable devices that can lower the intensity of sound that enters your ears.

10/04/2025

Have you ever wondered how the ear really works? Here is a great explanation. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FuhUcvSrv/

Understanding the parts of the ear — and the role of each in processing sounds — can help you better understand hearing loss.

09/12/2025

Healthy aging includes all of the essentials: Eating right, exercising, and taking care of your mental health. One important note in the article that this post references is the importance of maintaining muscle mass by doing "moderate to vigorous exercise". In one study, this muscle mass "was a better predictor of longevity than was weight or body mass index (BMI)". Read more here:
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We all want to maintain good health as we get older. Learn what research tells us about how to take care of our physical, mental, and cognitive health as we age.

09/10/2025

Here's a fun event coming up this weekend at the Florence Events Center. The Mineral and Gem show! Enjoy seeing the beautiful rocks, gems, and jewelry made from them. More details can be found here.

See rocks, minerals, jewelry, crystals and more at the 1st Annual Florence Mineral & Gem Show. September 14, 2024. Fun for everyone! Vendors welcome to apply.

08/23/2025

Something funny for the day!

07/31/2025

Low pitched noises can be just as damaging as high pitched ones. This article highlights the research surrounding this often misunderstood concept.

Our information is based on evidence-based research studies and scholarly articles that support the adverse effects of both intense and chronic high and low frequency noises on our hearing. 

07/24/2025

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How loud is too loud? Check these quick questions to see if your summer sounds are safe.

07/23/2025

The Florence Farmer's market has such a variety of booths. If you haven't checked them out, click here on their webpage link and see all of the great booths and presentations they provide. Some that caught my eye were their free fix it booth and the recycling education. Check them out here or go down and see it for yourself at the Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk this Tuesday from 3–6pm.

This week join in to learn about Snowy Plover Conservation, check out the Community Table; bring in your bike, scooter, skateboard, walker for (free!) repair at the Fix-It booth; do a little arts and crafts at the kids table.. there are many wonderful opportunities and we are so grateful to this com...