Hearing Loss Association of Sarasota Awareness Event (5:00 - 7:00 p.m.)

What:
Hearing Loss Association of Sarasota Wine & Cheese Reception (Awareness Event).

1 in 6 of every Sarasoians has a hearing loss, one of the highest incidences in the U.S. It is not just an issue for the old, as 1 in every 5 teens has a loss. Hearing loss creates communication breakdowns, which can affect the whole family, colleagues and many other relationships. So whether you have normal hearing or are hard of hearing, join us to learn how you can improve your communications at home, work and across the community.

When:
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Where:
1350 Main St. (at the corner of Palm Ave.)
6th Floor Club
Sarasota, FL

*Parking is in the new Palm Ave. parking garage next to Media on Main.

Guest Speakers:
Eileen Hampshire, Chair, Downtown Sarasota Alliance & Board of Directors, Ear Research Foundation
Suzanne Atwell, Commissioner, City of Sarasota & Citzens with Disabilies Advisory Board

Tickets:
$10 per person, in advance ($12 at the door). Covers wine, beer, cheese and other delights. This is an awareness raiser for new programs in Sarasota, not a fundraiser.

Send check payable to:
"HLAS"
Attention: LaVonne Stocco
435 Pheasant Way
Sarasota, FL 34236

For more information, contact:
Edward F. Ogiba, HLAS President
941-966-8999

*Disclaimer: The American Tinnitus Association advertises this event for informational purposes only. The event is sponsored by the Hearing Loss Association of Sarasota. ATA does not endorse any particular health professional, treatment protocol or tinnitus management strategy. The opinions or advice of outside health professionals do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Tinnitus Association.