Our Story
Dr. Ronna Fisher, Au.D. founded Hearing Health Center in 1984 because of her personal experience with her father who had significant hearing problems. It affected his life and the lives of his spouse, children, friends and co-workers:
“For 30 years my mission has been to make a difference in peoples’ lives by reconnecting them with their families and friends. It breaks my heart every time someone tells me they missed the punch line of a joke, stopped going to the theater, restaurants, or religious services, and do not attend functions with family and friends because they miss parts of conversations and can’t communicate effectively. Spending time and sharing with family and friends is what gives us the greatest joy and happiness. Misunderstanding and not hearing clearly makes, us feel alone and isolated. The words of those you love and care about are precious. They should never be missed.”
After 20 years in practice, Dr. Fisher was well aware that hearing services and treatment were unavailable to many of her patients. In 2005, she started the Fisher Foundation for Hearing Health Care, which provides hearing services and hearing aids to those of all ages unable to afford hearing care.
Chemo and radiation treatment causes permanent hearing damage in 70% of patients. Children are in the prime of their learning life. Immediate treatment with hearing aids is critical before speech patterns change, learning delays set in, and loss of friends and socialization are affected. Families are often financially devastated and have nowhere to turn for help.
It is a priority of the Fisher Foundation to assist the children and families who have endured the heartbreaking struggles and challenges of cancer.
A Heartfelt Transformation: Holly’s Journey to Rediscovering Life’s Sounds
At the Hearing Health Center, we are honored to share a touching story that underscores the profound impact of community support and generosity.
Meet Holly, member of our Chicago community who has faced the challenges of hearing loss.
For Holly, the simple pleasures of everyday life, from conversations with loved ones to the gentle hums of her surroundings, had been slipping away, leaving her feeling disconnected from the world.
But a recent gift from the Fisher Foundation brought a life-changing transformation for Holly.
Thanks to their generous donation of hearing aids, Holly experienced a moment of joy that she had longed for. When she first put on her new hearing aids, the emotional impact was immediate and profound. Holly was moved to tears as she heard her own breath and the subtle, often overlooked sounds that make up the fabric of daily life.
This powerful experience serves as a poignant reminder of a simple yet profound truth: everyone deserves to enjoy the sounds that life has to offer.
At the Hearing Health Center, we are dedicated to ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent anyone from experiencing this essential joy.
If you or someone you know is facing hearing challenges and worried about the cost of hearing aids, we are here to provide support and solutions. We believe in the power of community and are committed to helping those in need access the hearing aids and care they deserve.
Let’s come together to bring the gift of hearing to those who need it most. For more information on how to get involved or to refer someone for assistance, please visit Fisher Foundation for Hearing.
Thank you for being a part of this journey and for helping us spread the word. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in our community.
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Fisher Foundation for Hearing Health Center Care, 142 E. Ontario Street, #1100, Chicago, IL 60611