If you’ve said “maybe you should get your hearing checked” more times than you can count, you already know nagging doesn’t work. In this article, I break down why loved ones resist accepting hearing loss (hint: it’s rarely about the facts), what the research says actually helps families move forward together, and some specific scripts that open the door instead of closing it. I also want to say something families don’t hear often enough from their audiologist: the toll this takes on you is real and documented. You’re welcome at a free consultation too — not as an afterthought, but because it genuinely helps.

Does answering the phone leave you fumbling, or does movie night mean the volume's never right for everyone in the room? Many modern hearing aids can stream calls, music, and TV directly into your ears — no separate gadget required. In this article, I break down what "Bluetooth hearing aids" really mean, what the research actually shows about phone calls and TV streaming (including where it helps most and where it doesn't), and why this feature tends to be more than a nice-to-have. As always: no pressure, no upsell — just the honest version of what's worth asking about at your next visit.

You've been meaning to get your hearing checked — but you're not quite sure what happens when you walk through the door. At Audiology Northwest, a comprehensive hearing evaluation is a 60-to-90-minute conversation as much as it is a clinical process. Dr. Jonell Block walks you through all seven steps — from the initial case history to the results review — explaining exactly what each test measures, what it feels like, and what it tells us about your hearing. No jargon, no pressure, no surprises. Just honest answers before you even make the appointment.