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It's HEAR 19Bob is taking a well-deserved break from editing and producing this edition of It’s HEAR as he is currently recovering from his Cochlear Implant operation. We wish Bob all the best and look forward to his “switch on” later next month. No doubt he will be propelled into a world of sounds he has not experienced for a very long time! (If you wish to know more about Cochlear Implants then visit www.scip.co.nz).
While we are on the subject of Bob…. who is incidentally our longest serving President and committee member with well over 20 years of service under his belt…. I would like to announce that on 15 June Bob was presented with a Volunteer Recognition Award acknowledging his voluntary services to The Hearing Association Christchurch Inc and the community. Bob’s award was presented by Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker in a ceremony celebrating the value of volunteers in our community. Congratulations Bob - you deserve it!!
Christchurch Airport Development – As you are all probably well aware, Christchurch Airport has been undergoing a major refurbishment. Bob has been keeping his finger on the pulse with those overseeing the project regarding Hearing Loops in the terminals. You will be pleased to know that Hearing Loops are included on level one of the new terminal building in both the public lounge and the domestic departure lounge (that is for the use of passengers only).
The link below is to the page of the airport’s website that has information about the project. At the bottom of the page is an "image gallery" including floor plans. Look for Level One and the two areas mentioned are outlined in blue.
http://www.christchurchairport.co.nz/CorporateAndCommunity/TerminalDevelopment/TerminalDevelopmentPlans/
HAD your hearing checked lately…? HAD trouble hearing on the phone…? HAD difficulty hearing your TV…? HAD stands for Hearing Awareness Day and is scheduled to take place on 14 October 09 in Christchurch. It is another great idea from Bob Abbott. We are still in the process of fleshing out what will take place on HAD but it is likely that it will include such things as displays in shopping malls highlighting the work of The Hearing Association; small seminars on topics of relevance such as Coping with Tinnitus; an Open Time at the rooms showcasing some of the available Assistive Listening Devices. We are keen to raise the profile of hearing loss issues and especially to remove the stigma that so often surrounds hearing loss. So watch this space for more up to date details nearer the time.
Supergold Card – Remember if you hold a Supergold Card you are entitled to 10% discount on all products purchased at The Hearing Association Christchurch. PLUS if you are a current Member, you will receive an additional 10% discount – that’s 20% all up! Come and see us soon!
All the best from the team Pauline & Marie (with Bob recuperating).
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