RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·2d agoProactively collect feedback and act on itSystematic user feedback on real-world assistive listening performance could generate valuable data to inform both venue operations and future audiology-adjacent technology development.
RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·2d agoProvide opportunities to ‘try before you buy’As Auracast-enabled assistive listening rolls out in public venues, reducing first-use anxiety through trial opportunities could meaningfully improve uptake among hearing-impaired people.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·2d agoCollaborate with local audiology servicesStrengthening links between audiology services and public venues could expand real-world access to assistive listening technology for hearing-impaired people beyond the clinic setting.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoReaching people who have given up on theatresFirst-person accounts of social re-engagement through assistive listening technology highlight the real-world quality-of-life impact that Auracast adoption in public venues can have for people with hearing loss.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoReaching people who want to experience AuracastGrowing venue uptake of Auracast infrastructure could meaningfully expand real-world access to assistive listening for hearing aid users, making technology awareness relevant for audiologists counselling patients on public accessibility.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoAdding accessibility requirements into your booking journeyIntegrating accessibility questions into ticket booking normalises hearing-loss disclosure and could drive meaningful increases in assistive listening uptake across the live-events industry.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoReaching people as part of a typical customer journeyEmbedding assistive listening information throughout the customer journey—rather than only at the venue entrance—could significantly increase uptake among the large proportion of event-goers with hearing loss.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoCommunicating and promoting the serviceEven well-implemented assistive listening technology fails to help people if those who need it do not know it exists, making communication strategy as important as the technology itself.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoSystem monitoring during the showContinuous monitoring of assistive listening streams during live events is essential to ensure hearing-impaired audience members receive reliable access throughout a performance.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoWhat to broadcast during the showGood source audio quality is the foundation of any assistive listening system, and this guidance helps close the gap between technology capability and real-world performance in live venues.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoPre-show setupPractical Auracast setup guidance helps venues maximise accessibility for hearing device users, a growing area of interest as Bluetooth LE Audio broadcasting rolls out globally.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2d agoUnderstanding audio pathways – why latency mattersAs wireless assistive listening technology (including Auracast) becomes more widespread, understanding latency trade-offs is increasingly important for audiologists advising patients on system selection.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Hearing aids·2d agoUnderstanding hearing loss – the need for intelligibility and listening comfortClear public and professional education on level- and frequency-dependent gain supports informed patient expectations and reinforces the rationale for individualized hearing aid fitting.＋Save
RNID·Other·Tinnitus·2d agoTinnitus – RNID Near YouEquipping community volunteers with accurate tinnitus information and BSL resources can improve early awareness and reduce stigma among underserved populations.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoPlanning your accessibility project with AuracastPractical deployment guides for Auracast in public spaces could accelerate real-world rollout, indirectly benefiting hearing aid users who attend theatres.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoWhy you should offer customers AuracastGrowing adoption of Auracast in public venues could increase real-world benefit for hearing aid users, making awareness of the technology relevant for patient counselling.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoCreating an inclusive environmentSocial stigma around visible hearing technology use is a well-known barrier to adoption; addressing it in public venue policies is a meaningful step toward normalising assistive listening.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoEnsure everything works before the show startsAs Auracast assistive listening technology rolls out in public venues, pre-deployment testing protocols will be critical to ensuring reliable real-world benefit for hearing aid users.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoIt’s not just technology: customer service mattersRecognising that human interaction is as critical as assistive technology reflects a broader patient-centred approach relevant to any hearing healthcare service setting.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoLet customers know you’re accessible before they bookProactive pre-booking accessibility communication can reduce barriers to cultural participation for people with hearing loss, supporting broader hearing healthcare goals around quality of life.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoLearning from people with lived experienceCentering lived experience in accessibility design can drive more effective real-world outcomes for deaf and hard-of-hearing people beyond the clinic setting.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoAuracast is the future and it’s available nowAuracast represents a potential step-change in public audio accessibility for hearing aid and earbud users, and audiologists will need to understand the technology to guide patients on compatible devices.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoWhy Auracast matters for theatresThe framing of hearing access as a commercial opportunity for venues could accelerate Auracast adoption, indirectly expanding the real-world utility of compatible hearing devices for patients.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2d agoAuracast for theatresAs Auracast-compatible hearing devices enter the market, audiologists may increasingly field patient questions about using Auracast in public venues, making awareness of rollout resources relevant.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·5d agoGN HearingWider adoption of Auracast in public venues could meaningfully improve real-world hearing accessibility for hearing aid and cochlear implant users, raising patient expectations around assistive listening compatibility.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·9d agoDevice testing for a smooth Digital Voice switchoverThe UK's wholesale shift from analogue to digital phone lines could disrupt communication access for hearing-impaired patients who depend on specialist telephone equipment, making compatibility testing a critical equity issue.＋Save
Aurahear·Industry news·Accessibility·12d agoRNID calls for Auracast on public transport as report highlights travel stressAuracast adoption in public transport could meaningfully reduce daily listening fatigue and accessibility barriers for hearing aid users, creating a real-world demand signal that audiologists and manufacturers should monitor.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Education & training·12d agoMy In2scienceUK experience: Daniel CairnsOutreach programmes like In2scienceUK that connect students from under-represented groups with hearing research labs help build the next generation of audiology and hearing-science researchers.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2w agoIf I’m travelling alone, it can be nerve-wracking: Charlotte’s storyFirst-person accounts like Charlotte's highlight that clinical success with cochlear implants does not automatically translate into independence in everyday environments like public transport.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2w agoTravelling on public transport can be daunting: Suzie’s storySuzie's account underscores that accessibility for Deaf people is not just about physical infrastructure but equally about how information is communicated, an area relevant to patient education and advocacy.＋Save
