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Technology

Technology

Technology plays a big role in all of our lives. There are many products which can assist children and young adults who have a hearing loss. There are devices and equipment that can be helpful around the home, at school/ college and socialising with friends.

Products and Equipment

Connevans offer a wide range products and specialise in equipment for deaf and hard of hearing people and offer a variety of audio products.

Oticon explains how to pair your hearing aid with a mobile phone.

Phonak explains how to connect to your smartphone for phone calls, audio, and the app.

FM Systems

Personal FM systems reduce background noise, improve clarity and reduce listening fatigue. They are provided through your child's hearing support teacher (HST) at the  sensory support service. Please contact them if you would like further information.

Email: sensorysupportservice@bristol.gov.uk

Telephone number: 0117 9038442

NDCS

NDCS provide free booklets on 'How technology can help' for families of deaf children aged 0-56-18 and  19-25. You can ask your Audiologist for a copy. 

In addition, you can borrow a range of assistive technology such as alarm clocks and headphones for free and trail a range of Phonak products through the NDCS.