Which two list members are meeting with AAA this Fall? This comes as
new information to me, and it would be nice to have a group discussion
beforehand about what we want AAA to know.
As for the letter, the changing convention board has been part of the
problem and I agree. And I also agree that we need more teeth by
getting other professional groups involved and the public media. I can
think of a few professional organizations, but why don't you guys
start sending some names we can get involved. I'm thinking HLAA,
AGBell, NAD, AMPHL... audiology-related organizations too?
Anyone planning on going to the convention in North Carolina? Is there anyone who'd like to consider leading the next discussion group? Previous moderators...
Sam, I think it's worth the effort to do a letter, and I will happily sign it, but cynical me thinks that because the convention is handled by a new group ...
Sam, Let me know if you want to use the wiki and I will send you the password again. There are at least two list members meeting with AAA in the fall regarding...
Hi Suzanne and Brad, Which two list members are meeting with AAA this Fall? This comes as new information to me, and it would be nice to have a group...
Hi Suzanne, Brad, and Sam: I can't directly comment on the accommodations last year since I was not involved, nor did I attend. However, I will be present this...
Jayna, I hate to be so negative, but AAA has been aware of this for many years. Also, I really don't see the manufacturers stepping up to the plate on this ...
Sam, I was thinking professional embarrassment too: ASHA, AAA (listserv), EAA, ARO, AAS, AFA, ADA Might be good to do an "open letter to the audiology...
Brad, I do see it from your point of view, and I do not think you are being negative about the situation. But merely pointing out the reality of the situation....
Jayna, OK I'm really going to play the reality card here: I agree with your comments in principle, BUT look at the demographics here: 1) The next wave of end...
OK folks, here is proof that the universe does in fact pay attention to what's happening to us ants here on the ground. Just this morning, the following...
I think Jayna makes an excellent point here about HAT and CART being a benefit to everyone at the convention. I think this needs to be a big emphasis that...
Brad: I got an ingenious idea for you since you come across so well versed on HAT. They are currently accepting innovative proposals for the 2008 conference...
Here’s my input on this thread regarding the letter idea and 2008 accommodations. .. since the group started getting together there has been a lot of ...
Jayna, I'd be happy to do a featured session on this topic, but can't afford to volunteer my time for it. Maybe this group can propose this in their contacts...
Alright everyone... I contacted the Chairperson of the event myself regarding accessibility issues for the convention. Here is what she had to say below: Hi...
Hi everyone, I need to buy an amplified stethoset to do listening checks of aids. I have a moderately severe cookie bite SNHL. I am also working with someone...
Susan I appologize for the delay in your posting. Your post was identified as spam. I finally figured out how to fix the spam issue with the new filter...