Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) open up new possibilities for hearing-impaired individuals, enabling them to enjoy better listening experiences and improved communication, even in noisy situations. These technologies are equipped with advanced features, like personal amplifiers, remote microphones, induction loops, FM systems, telephone amplifiers, etc., to supplement hearing aids. They help enhance sounds in settings where hearing aids or cochlear implants alone may not be effective, such as while having one-on-one conversations in public spaces or talking over the phone.
In certain settings, hearing aids may not be enough. Therefore, ALDs are designed to work with hearing aids to enhance sound quality and speech clarity, while minimising background noise, such as in a lecture hall, a noisy restaurant, a fish market, or while watching TV at home.
You can choose from a wide range of ALDs depending on your hearing needs and listening environments. The common types include CROS, FM systems, infrared systems, telephone amplifiers, personal amplifiers, induction loop systems, and others.