Welcome to HEAR Center
A non-profit organization since 1954
Helping people at all stages of life be a part of the hearing and speaking world
Hearing Aids
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About 2 to 3 out of every 1,000 children in the United States are born with a detectable level of hearing loss in one or both ears.
Source: https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/statistics/quick-statistics-hearing
Since July 2009, HEAR Center has provided a total of 42,840 FREE hearing, speech, and CAPD screenings throughout Los Angeles County.
Our Specialties
Hearing Aids – Adult & Pediatric
Audiological Evaluations
Speech-Language Pathology
Community Outreach
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What style of Hearing Aid is Right for me?
Knowing which hearing aid is right for you depends on your lifestyle, the severity of hearing loss and your cosmetic ...
The Role of Reciprocal Commenting in Speech Development
When you think about how you communicate with others, you probably imagine some form of reciprocal commenting. This t...
Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Otosclerosis
Otosclerosis is a disease that causes abnormal bone growth in the inner ear. Over time, the function of the stapes bo...
OTC Hearing Aids: 3 Highly Rated Options
According to the National Institute of Health, nearly 40 million Americans deal with mild to moderate hearing loss. <...
The Difference Between Speech and Language
For the average person, speech and language seem interchangeable words. After all, the thesaurus lists them as synony...
Engaging Your Child in Sensory Activities To Promote Speech and Language
Sensory play is really as simple as it sounds. It is a kind of play that engages your children’s senses. From i...
How Are Hearing and Balance Related?
Certain types of hearing loss can impact balance, potentially leading to vertigo, dizziness, and an increased risk of...
What Is Vertigo?
Individuals with this kind of dizziness experience an unrelenting sensation of spinning despite being stationary. Thi...
Self Talk vs. Parallel Talk
Self talk and parallel talk are two relatively simple ways caregivers can support speech development.
...Hearing Aids for Children
California expanded its program to provide hearing aids to more children, effective January 1, 2023. HEAR Center prov...
Amazon FireTV’s New Capabilities for Hearing Loss
People with hearing loss can find it challenging to follow conversations, especially on TV. Amazon Fire TV addresses ...
Remembering Tony Paredes
In tribute to the life and legacy of Antonio “Tony” Paredes, HEAR Center will be dedicating a rock garden on May ...
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May 5, 2025