Publications
HLA has published Hearing Loss Journal since 1980. This respected magazine keeps hard of hearing people informed on technology and issues. There is also an e-newsletter.
Conventions
HLA holds an annual convention in June. These conventions are also showcases for professional presentations.
Information
An online hearing loss library provides general, medical, technological, and employment information. HLA also hosts the National Information and Training Center for Hearing Assistive Technology. This center provides information on a wide range of hearing technologies, including cochlear implants, digital hearing aids, and alerting devices.
Shopping
The online store, Shop at HLA, offers reports, books, videos, and special materials. Some of the books and publications are published by HLA itself, such as the classic Our Forgotten Children: Hard of Hearing Pupils in the Schools.
Membership
HLA membership consists of both state and local chapters. The website has a listing of chapters.
Personal Stories
In a special section of the site, HLA members share what it is like to have to experience and live with a hearing loss. Their stories describe the denial and depression that is often associated with a hearing loss, and how HLA has helped them in their lives.
I once met HLA founder Rocky Stone, when I was barely out of college. He gave me some good advice: He said it takes forever to build up credibility, and it can be lost overnight.
