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At Elite Hearing of Colorado Springs, we believe that hearing care is more than just devices. It’s about helping people reconnect with their world.
Our team is proud to offer aural rehabilitation in Colorado Springs, CO.
Whether you’re new to hearing devices or seeking more support, we’re here to walk with you through your hearing wellness journey.
What Is Aural Rehabilitation?
Aural rehabilitation is a supportive program designed to help people with hearing loss better understand sounds, improve communication, and regain confidence in everyday situations.
It’s more than fitting a device. It includes education, therapy, and strategies to help you adjust and thrive with hearing technology.
What We Offer
We provide a tailored aural rehab experience that blends modern hearing technology with practical support. We do things differently at ELITE HEARING and our services don’t end with programming a device. Our program includes:
- Listening exercises to improve speech understanding in everyday situations
- Education about hearing devices and how to make the most out of your investment
- Ongoing support for patients and their families as they adjust to hearing changes
We also offer The Hearing Wellness Journey, an online tool for education and listening activities designed to help you understand your hearing needs, sharpen hearing skills and build confidence using hearing devices.
Listening and Communication Enhancement (LACE) Program
Elite Hearing of Colorado Springs is proud to offer the LACE (Listening and Communication Enhancement) program as part of our aural rehabilitation services. LACE is an interactive, computer-based training tool designed to improve your ability to understand speech in challenging listening situations.
What is LACE?
It’s like physical therapy for your ears! LACE retrains the brain to better process speech by enhancing listening skills, attention, and auditory memory. Even with high-quality hearing devices, many individuals still struggle to follow conversations in noisy environments. LACE helps fill that gap by strengthening the auditory pathways in your brain.
How it works:
- Self-paced training: Sessions are short and can be completed online at home on your smart phone tablet or computer.
- Real-world practice: Exercises simulate real-life listening challenges, helping you develop strategies to improve communication.
- Progress tracking: Monitor your improvement over time with easy-to-read performance metrics.
Why choose LACE?
LACE is especially helpful for people adjusting to new hearing devices or those who feel they still miss words despite amplification. It’s a powerful addition to our full-circle approach to hearing wellness, helping you get the most out of your hearing technology.
LACE can also be the first step in improving your hearing if you need help but you’re not quite ready to pursue prescription hearing aids.
5 Keys to Communication Success
Our expert Colorado Springs audiologists know that hearing aids are just one piece of the communication puzzle. That’s why we offer the 5 Keys to Communication Success program, a proven, step-by-step approach designed to improve everyday communication and help you thrive with your hearing devices.
What Are the 5 Keys?
This program focuses on five essential areas that work together to support better hearing and understanding:
- Speaker: Teaching others how to speak clearly and effectively to someone with hearing loss.
- Listener: Helping you become an active and aware listener, including tips to manage your environment and focus attention.
- Environment: Minimizing background noise and improving lighting and seating to make communication easier.
- Technology: Making the most of hearing aids and assistive devices, and understanding how to use them effectively.
- Practice: Developing skills through repetition, education, and listening exercises.
How 5 Keys Work:
You’ll receive easy-to-follow tips and tools delivered through weekly emails or via the 5 Keys book, both packed with practical strategies. This flexible program empowers you and your communication partners to work together for better outcomes.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed with hearing loss, a newbie to hearing aids, or looking to improve your current communication abilities, the 5 Keys program is a valuable addition to your hearing wellness journey. Together, we help you get the most out of your investment.
Adjusting to New Hearing Devices
It’s normal to need time and guidance when adjusting to hearing devices. You may notice sounds you haven’t heard in a while, or feel unsure in noisy settings. That’s why we work closely with you through:
- Clear, step-by-step device orientation
- Realistic expectations for your progress
- Continued check-ins and fine-tuning
We understand this transition is personal, so we walk beside you every step of the way.
Understanding Your Hearing Device
Hearing devices are powerful tools, but only when you understand how to use them. As part of your aural rehab experience, we’ll help you:
- Learn how your device works
- Make adjustments based on your daily life
- Understand care and maintenance
At Elite Hearing of Colorado Springs, we want you to feel confident, informed, and in control of your hearing journey.
Tips and Strategies for Better Listening
Our aural rehabilitation sessions include practical strategies to improve your daily communication, such as:
- Using visual cues to support understanding (like facial expressions and lip movements)
- Positioning yourself in rooms or groups to reduce background noise
- Practicing active listening in real-life environments
- Improving focus on speech patterns, tone, and context
We also guide families on how to support loved ones with hearing loss, so everyone is part of the progress.
Learn More About Aural Rehabilitation in Colorado Springs, CO
Whether you’re wearing hearing devices for the first time, looking to boost your listening skills with your current devices, need help but not ready for a hearing aid, or working through improving your abilities when you have APD, our team is here to help you build confidence and clarity.
We assess your needs in areas such as:
- How hearing loss affects your daily life
- Use of amplification or assistive devices
- Current listening habits and speech reading abilities
Then we create a treatment plan that may include:
- Personalized therapy
- Device fitting and instruction
- Family involvement
- Ongoing progress tracking
We also provide counseling to help manage the emotional or social impacts of hearing loss, so you never feel alone in your journey.
From your first appointment to ongoing wellness checks, we’re with you at every stage of your journey. And because no two hearing losses are alike, we always personalize your care to suit your lifestyle, needs, and goals.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment and begin your personalized aural rehabilitation program in Colorado Springs, CO.
