Some degree of hearing loss is quite common in children with Down’s Syndrome and it is important to find out if your child has a hearing loss as early as possible so that social and language development are not affected. Throughout childhood their hearing should be tested regularly. The first step [...]
Being in lockdown means that we are back to mainly communicating remotely; whether it's a text message, WhatsApp, phone call, video call or email it can make life harder, again, for those with hearing loss.The hardest virtual communication method is often group video calls, especially with non-family members and is often used in a professional [...]
At the end of what has been a challenging year, many of us were looking forward to a few days of social interaction, comfort from family members and a touch of normality. So yesterday after learning of our new tier and some of the toughest Christmas restrictions imaginable we were feeling a little Grinch-y. [...]
As you will all be aware the plans to relax Covid rules at Christmas have now been scrapped and we are placed into new tier 4 restrictions. This means we are only allowed to celebrate Christmas with members of our own household and support bubbles. People in tier 4 are not allowed to travel [...]
Photography: www.kimberleydawnphotography.com My name is Amy Morton and I am married with two children aged 8 and 6. I am a Holistic therapist by trade. I have a hearing loss from birth caused by a virus my mum had whilst she was pregnant with me. The virus caused my nerves to be damaged so [...]
Sandra was introduced to Aston Hearing in the early days, when Sue Webster first started the practice from her home in Loosely Row. We were all very sad to hear that Sandra had passed away as a result of contracting the Coronavirus earlier this year and wanted the chance to celebrate her amazing life. Here, [...]
This is the time to take stock of your health and seek advice and support where necessary. Reaching out is crucial but “Movember “report that while 70% of men say their friends can rely on them only 48% say they rely on their friends for support. It needs to work both ways but often we [...]
Started in Victorian times this day was traditionally when families would come together on the last Sunday before advent to “stir up” their Christmas puddings. This year it falls on Sunday 29th November. Moving with the times, Stir Up Sunday has more recently become the occasion to get together to make any festive favourite such [...]
WE ARE AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE - ALL APPOINTMENTS WILL CONTINUE AS BOOKED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEFollowing the announcement by Prime Minister, Boris Johnson on Saturday 31st October 2020 with the news of a nationwide lockdown we can confirm that Aston Hearing will remain open in Amersham and Thame on a strict appointment-only basis. [...]
In order to be able to operate safely within the Covid-19 safe practice guidelines we have adopted various procedures which help us to maintain a safe working and clinical environment. We have installed protective screens where possible for added safety. We work hard to protect you and our team and this is of utmost importance [...]
