As Halloween approaches, it brings the excitement of parties, trick-or-treating and running through the El Paso Corn Maze with your friends and family. If you’re one of the many people with hearing loss, a little preparation can go a long way in ensuring you enjoy every moment. Here are some handy tips to help you seamlessly incorporate your hearing aids into the festivities.
1. Transform Your Hearing Aids Into Part of Your Costume
Are you thinking of adding some extra flair to your costume? Why not include your hearing aids? You can accessorize with fun, hearing aid-safe decorations like colorful stickers, clip-on charms or themed covers. Just be cautious to avoid anything that could damage your devices, including strong adhesives like superglue or duct tape, and stay away from materials that could block your hearing aid’s components.
2. Stay Paint-Free Near Your Hearing Aids
Face paint is a Halloween staple, but it’s essential to keep it away from your hearing aids. Whether you or your child is sporting zombie scars or whiskers, avoid painting too close to your devices. Opt for non-drip face paint, and always keep your hearing aids at least an inch or two away from the face paint area to prevent accidental drips or smudges. Taking off your devices while applying or removing the paint can help protect them from any mess.
3. Be Careful With Halloween Games
Halloween games are a great addition to any party, but you should be careful to pick the right ones for hearing aid safety. A couple of things to keep in mind include:
- Watch out for water. Water and hearing aids don’t mix, so if you’re participating in water-based Halloween games like bobbing for apples, remember to remove your devices first. Set them aside in a safe, dry spot and enjoy the fun. Afterward, make sure your ears are fully dry before putting your hearing aids back in place.
- Be careful of blindfolds. If you’re playing pin-the-tail on the skeleton or other Halloween games that involve wearing a blindfold, keep your hearing aids in mind. For those with behind-the-ear hearing aids, make sure the blindfold isn’t tied too tightly to avoid putting pressure on your devices. If you wear in-the-ear hearing aids, you should be able to join in the fun without any trouble!
4. Trick-or-Treat with Confidence
Your hearing aids are key to amplifying the best parts of Halloween: the sound of excited trick-or-treaters, spooky music and ghostly boos. With modern hearing aids, you can fully immerse yourself in the festivities without missing a beat.
More than one in 10 people in the United States have hearing loss. This Halloween, use your hearing aids to improve your experience. For more tips or assistance with your devices, contact Tinnitus & Hearing Experts to make sure you’re ready for a fun-filled night of spooky adventures!