Upstate Hearing Aid Center

12/30/2025

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12/30/2025

🩰 We came across an article last month about NYC Ballet’s Sara Mearns becoming a new global ambassador for Phonak (a trusted hearing aid brand)… and we loved it. Not just because she’s incredibly talented, but because she’s openly sharing her hearing journey in a world where clarity truly matters.

Just like Sara, so many people discover that hearing technology doesn’t hold them back, it helps them live more confidently, fully, and joyfully.

If you’ve been wondering what better hearing could bring back into your life, let’s talk. I’m always here to help you hear your world a little clearer. ✨

12/29/2025

12/29/2025

🎁 One of the most incredible gifts our ears and brain give us is the ability to tell the difference between music and speech…often without even thinking about it!
This time of year, that skill really shines.

You can instantly tell whether you’re hearing:
🎶 The melody of “Jingle Bells” drifting through the air, or…
🗣️ A friend calling your name across a crowded holiday party.
Your auditory system sorts it out in milliseconds 🤯 pitch, rhythm, tone, and timing all come together so your brain knows when it’s time to sing along… or not!

That’s the beauty of hearing: it connects us to conversation, to music, to memory.
So as we wrap up listening to the sounds of the season, take a moment to appreciate just how effortlessly your brain keeps the songs and chatter beautifully in tune. 🎶

12/27/2025

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12/26/2025

Sometimes if the person doesn’t respond the first time, it’s not because they’re ignoring you… It’s because they can’t hear you!

We hear family members frequently share frustrations about communication breakdowns. They often feel like they’re being purposely ignored. Hearing loss can strain relationships, create misunderstandings, and even foster emotional distance if it’s not openly addressed.

We hope to be a safe space to share your honest struggles. Together, we’ll explore solutions specific to your needs so you and your loved ones can reconnect, laugh, and enjoy each other fully again. ❤️

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from our t
We hope your day is filled with the joyful sounds of the season:
👣 Footsteps running downstairs to the tree
🎁 The ripping of wrapping paper
🎶 Music playing in the background
❤️ Special moments with the people you love most
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas full of rest, celebration, and magical memories!

📌 Friendly reminder: Our office will be closed Christmas Day ONLY!
We will be OPEN on Friday December 26th!

What’s your favorite Christmas tradition? Please share in the comments, we'd love to hear!

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12/24/2025

Silent night? Not if I can help it! 😆

🦻With properly fit hearing aids, we hope your holidays sound merry & bright…just as they should. 🎶🎄

12/23/2025

For people with hearing loss, those repeated clarifications can feel exhausting… and embarrassing 🫣. Sometimes they worry about being a burden or slowing down the conversation, so they overcompensate with humor, small talk, or even silence. 🤐

But here’s the truth: missing pieces of a conversation doesn’t mean you’re a burden. With the right support from our team, we can turn those moments of embarrassment into moments of clarity, confidence, and connection. ❤️👂

This holiday season (and every day), don’t let hearing loss keep you from fully participating in the laughter, stories, and joy around you.

12/22/2025

Winter is here and I’m leaning ALL the way into it this year! Between festive traditions, cozy nights, and twinkling lights, there’s just something magical about this season. ✨

Here’s what’s on my winter bucket list this year:
🎄 Decorate the tree
☕ Sip hot cocoa by the fire
🎶 Listen to holiday music on repeat (no shame!)
🍪 Bake something that makes the whole house smell amazing
🏠 Build a gingerbread house (for looks & taste, not structural integrity 😉)
🕯️ Enjoy one quiet evening with no to-do list, just peace
⛄ Build a snowman if you go north for a road trip or skiing
❄️ Take a winter walk and just listen to how still and peaceful everything sounds

Because for me, this season isn’t just about the sights and smells, it’s about the sounds that make it feel alive: laughter, music, conversation, and crackling fires. 🔥

What’s on your winter bucket list!? Share in the comments!