Members may borrow books by contacting the Librarian: Claudia Dewane: doctord@hlacapregion.org
ALONE IN THE MAINSTREAM: A DEAF WOMAN REMEMBERS PUBLIC SCHOOL . 2004. GINA OLIVIA
Gina Oliva is a Professor at Gallaudet University. In this book she combines her personal experiences with responses from a survey she conducted of deaf and hard of hearing adults who attended public school.
HEAR AGAIN: BACK TO LIFE WITH A COCHLEAR IMPLANT. 1999. ARLENE ROMOFF
The compelling true story of how a late deafened adult regained communication with the “hearing” world. Arlene shared her experiences via email with family, friends, and colleagues. These “postings” are brought together in Hear Again, a fascinating chronicle of what life was like without hearing, and her return to the world of sound with the miraculous device of the cochlear implant.
HEAR: SOLUTIONS, SKILLS AND SOURCES FOR PEOPLE WITH HEARING LOSS. 1997. ANNE POPE
This book explains the principles of sounds, how the ear works, and what can go wrong, accompanied by full-color illustrations. Valuable advice is given on choosing a hearing aid, as well as information about other assistive listening devices and skills such as speech-reading.
LET’S MAKE IT CLEAR. 2006. (DVD)
A 20 minute video that illustrates the everyday difficulties posed by hearing loss, and offers clear and useful tips for effective communication.
LISTEN WITH THE HEART: RELATIONSHIPS AND HEARING LOSS. 2001. MICHAEL HARVEY
Michael Harvey is a clinical psychologist who gives us ten true stories of how parents, children and spouses are transformed by helping each other heal and grow. Harvey’s experience counseling those with hearing loss has given him unique insights into the consequences of this challenge for individuals and their loved ones.
LIVING WITH HEARING LOSS. 2003. MARCIA DUGAN.
Marcia Dugan is a former president of HLAA (SHHH). This straightforward book provides thorough information on seeking professional evaluations and complete descriptions of hearing aids and other assistive technologies. It also suggests strategies for dealing with everyday situations and emergencies.
LIVING WITH HEARING LOSS: THE SOURCEBOOK FOR DEAFNESS AND HEARING DISORDERS. 2000. CAROL TURKINGTON
An invaluable resource for anyone who is dear or hearing impaired or wishes to learn more about these disorders. It provides a comprehensive guide to understanding, treating, and living with hearing loss.
LIVING WITH HEARING LOSS: A WORKBOOK. SAM TRYCHIN
Exercises and strategies for living productively with hearing loss.
OUR FORGOTTEN CHILDREN: HARD OF HEARING PUPILS IN THE SCHOOLS. 2001. JULIA DAVIS.
Provides up-to-date information on the education of children who are hard of hearing. An important resource for parents of children who are hard of hearing and those that educate them.
REBUILT: MY JOURNEY BACK TO THE HEARING WORLD. 2006. MICHAEL CHOROST.
The author’s story of becoming a ‘cyborg’; having a computer implanted in his head to overcome his deafness.
“SAY THAT AGAIN PLEASE!” INSIGHTS IN DEALING WITH A HEARING LOSS. 1991. TOM BRADFORD
This book is written for the layman. Its purpose is to enlighten those who are interested in learning more about the world of hearing impaired.
SILENT EARS, SILENT HEART: A DEAF MAN’S JOURNEY THROUGH TWO WORLDS. 2003. BLAIR AND MICHELLE LACROSSE.
A poignant look at the life of a deaf child and his hearing parents.
SPEAK OUT! ABOUT INACCESSIBLE INFORMATION AND TELECOMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY. 2004.
A resource developed and distributed by the Information Technology Technical Assistance and Training Center (ITTATC).
SPEECHREADING: A WAY TO IMPROVE UNDERSTANDING. 1985. HARRIET KAPLAN, SCOTT BALLY, CAROL GARRETSON.
The authors, all faculty at Gallaudet, present the nature and process of speechreading and its benefits and limitations. The book was designed as a source of information for hearing –impaired adults of all ages and degrees of hearing loss, their families and friends, and parents of hearing-impaired children.
