Grapevine is a great place to live. But that doesn’t mean you don’t want to fly away for a tropical vacation or drive to the Twin Coves campground for a little rest and relaxation every once in a while.
If you’re among the 15% of U.S. adults with hearing loss, you know that traveling carries a few extra steps for people who wear hearing aids. Let’s explore some tips to make your next vacation a hearing-friendly, stress-free occasion.
Talk to Airport Security
Wearing your hearing aid through airport security is a great way to ensure you hear all the necessary instructions. Unfortunately, many worry that their hearing aids will trigger an alert in the metal detectors.
Fortunately, most modern hearing aids won’t set off metal detectors because they don’t typically contain enough metal to do so. However, it’s still best to alert TSA that you’re wearing a hearing aid, just in case.
Packing Batteries
Bringing extra batteries or an extra charger on vacation means you don’t have to worry about a dead battery interrupting a fun night with your friends and family.
TSA requests that you store spare lithium-ion batteries, commonly used in hearing aids and portable chargers, in your carry-on luggage. Remember to pack your extra batteries or charger in your carry-on in an accessible location in case you need to remove them to check oversized bags.
Don’t Neglect Daily Cleaning
You might be on vacation, but your hearing aid routine shouldn’t be. Pack your device cleaning kit and prioritize a nightly cleaning. If you’re pressed for time, wiping down your devices with a soft cloth is a less-involved way to remove wax. Just make sure you’re compensating with a thorough cleaning the next night.
Use a Protected Case
Unsecured hearing aids can get caught in your seat mechanisms or lost in the back row. Before trying to catch a few winks on your long-haul flights, remove your hearing aids and place them in a safe case.
Hearing aids help you enjoy your vacation without the need for undue communication stress. Contact Heard It Through The Grapevine Audiology, PC today to learn more about caring for your devices.