Personal Hearing Care

06/05/2026

We’re excited to share that we’ve been nominated in Southern Minnesota Scene’s Best of 2026! We’re so grateful for the support and recognition from our local community and the surrounding area.

Please click the link below to cast your vote and help support us. Thank you for helping us grow!

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05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

We are forever grateful for their dedication and bravery. Wishing our wonderful community a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

04/23/2026

Had fun sponsoring Pfeffer Club! It was great to chat within the community, but now I must learn how to play Pfeffer 😎

04/20/2026

St. Peter’s 2026 Senior Expo was a success! Thank you to all that stopped by and said hello 👋

Despite a little AC issue, there were over 350 people in attendance!
🥫The Food Shelf received 29 lbs and $90 in donation
👓 56 pairs of eyeglasses were donated to the Lions Club
🇺🇸 One flag retired to the American Legion.
💊Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office received approximately 30 lbs in unused and expired prescription drugs.

04/14/2026

It’s that time of year again!!

Join us at the Senior Expo this Thursday, April 16th! Event is held from 1pm-4pm @ the St. Peter Community Center.

Don’t forget to stop by and say hello at Booth 26!

04/03/2026

🤩 I'm truly honored to be nominated in the Best of Mankato 2026 category for Personal Care – Hearing Care Service!

Your trust and support mean so much to me, and I'm deeply grateful to be part of this community.

Voting is now open, and I’d love if you’d take a moment to vote for Personal Hearing Care and help spread the word. Thank you for being part of my journey!

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12/31/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Wishing you all health, happiness, and great things in the year ahead.

This past year was filled with meaningful connections and growth, for which I’m truly grateful. As we look ahead to 2026, I’m excited to continue sharing valuable information and raising awareness around hearing health.

Best wishes from me—and my four-legged coworkers, Bandit and Molly. 🐾

Photo credit of Molly: Jon Smithers 😁

12/19/2025

Hearing loss can quietly pull people away from those special moments during the holidays. Many people start:

❎ Smiling and nodding instead of joining in
❎ Avoiding group conversations
❎ Feeling isolated even in a crowded room

It doesn’t have to be that way. Here are additional tips to utilize with your family and friends who may suffer with hearing loss!

❄️Before speaking, gently say their name, touch their arm, or move into their line of sight. This helps the brain prepare to listen — especially in noisy environments.
❄️Over-shouting can distort sound. Use normal volume, a steady pace, and clear articulation.
❄️Hands, cups, or scarves can block sound and lip cues. Good lighting + an unobstructed view makes a big difference.
❄️If they don't understand the first time, try saying it a different way. Different phrasing can be easier for the brain to process.
❄️Start with the subject: “We’re talking about the trip…” before adding specifics.
This helps the listener’s brain organize information more easily.

Call us today for more information!

12/15/2025

Holiday parties can be joyful but also loud... making it challenging if you or a loved one has hearing loss.

A few simple changes can make conversations easier for everyone:

👉 Turn down background noise
Lower the TV or music during mealtime so voices are easier to hear.

👉 Choose good lighting
Sitting in a well-lit area helps people see faces and read lips or expressions.

👉 Sit closer, face-to-face
Encourage loved ones with hearing loss to sit near the middle of the table or close to the people they talk with most.

👉 Take turns talking
Group chatter is hard even with good hearing. Taking turns and avoiding talking over each other helps everyone.

👉 Check in with your loved one
A simple “Can you hear me okay?” or “Is this seat better?” shows you care and opens the door to honest communication.

If you or someone you love is struggling to keep up during conversations, a hearing evaluation before the holidays can make a big difference. ❤️

12/11/2025

“If I get hearing aids, will they work right away?”

Great question – and the honest answer is: your ears get help right away, but your brain needs time to adjust. 🧠

When someone first starts wearing hearing aids, everyday sounds can seem:
• Louder
• Clearer, but also “different”
• Sometimes a bit overwhelming at first

That’s because your brain is relearning how to process sounds it hasn’t heard clearly in a while. Over a few weeks, most people notice that:
✅ Speech becomes easier to follow
✅ Background sounds feel more natural
✅ Listening takes less effort and energy

That’s why waiting until the day before a big holiday party or special event is not ideal.

Getting your hearing tested and, if needed, starting with hearing aids now gives your brain time to adapt before big family gatherings. That means:
✨ Less stress
✨ More connection
✨ More energy for the moments that matter

If you’d like to be ready for the holidays, there’s still time. Call us at 507-508-6951 or send us a message to schedule a visit.