Your listening day
Everyday places.
Useful starting points.
A notebook of situations to discuss with the practitioner. These examples prepare a conversation; they are not a hearing test or clinical assessment.
Where would you
like to begin?
A PLACE TO START THE CONVERSATION
The sounds at home
Note the conversations, television, telephone or household situations you would like to discuss. This is preparation for a professional conversation, not a hearing assessment.
Prepare your listening conversationA PLACE TO START THE CONVERSATION
People around a table
Gather the group situations that matter to you, such as time with family, a meeting or dinner with friends. Tell the practitioner what you would like to understand.
Prepare your listening conversationA PLACE TO START THE CONVERSATION
The places in your day
Describe the public, work or outdoor settings you want to discuss. The practitioner explains the appropriate assessment and any options relevant to your circumstances.
Prepare your listening conversationDescribe the situation.
Keep room for the questions.
Consider the people, surroundings and practical listening questions you would like to discuss. Keep private records out of the general website enquiry.
Make room
for listening.
Ask about an appointment, communication preferences or what to expect at the first conversation.
Talk to the practice