Finding Affordable Hearing Aids

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Regarding hearing loss, the numbers say everything. For example, did you realize that almost 466 million individuals around the world have at least some hearing problems? Or that nearly 10% of the population has tinnitus, a chronic ringing in the ears? Perhaps the most disturbing statistic is the fact that only 16% of people who require hearing aids have ever used them.

There are numerous reasons why someone who needs a hearing aid might not use one. Frequently, pride and the perceived stigma of old age causes them to suffer in silence.

Cost is frequently another concern. Hearing aids can cost thousands for a set, and getting help to pay for them can be challenging (though laws are changing).

Hearing aids are, however, the best available option for most individuals who have loss of hearing, and for individuals who can’t afford hearing aids, there are other types of assistance available.

The True Cost of Not Using Hearing Aids

Regrettably, the real cost of not wearing a hearing aid can be even more than the financial consequence of purchasing them. Isolation, anxiety, and depression are more prevalent in people with hearing loss and they also have a higher rate of mental health conditions. When these issues are added up, the true cost of not getting hearing aids is substantial, both in the quality of life and in health concerns that pop up later. In fact, research has shown that neglecting hearing loss can raise your healthcare costs by up to 40%.

What makes that figure even more alarming is that there are many ways to make hearing aids affordable.

How to Get Affordable Hearing Aids

There are a few solutions available for people who need hearing aids but can’t afford them. The Starkey Hearing Foundation gives more than 100,000 hearing aids every year to people that have hearing loss who otherwise could not afford treatments. Individuals who have restricted incomes can get financial help or refurbished hearing aids from several groups.

What’s My First Move in Finding Affordable Hearing Aids?

Obtaining a hearing test to figure out what level and type of hearing loss you have is your first step. Your hearing test results will point you in the right direction and you can then look at solutions. We can also help you determine whether insurance, Veteran’s associations, or other affiliations will help with the costs.

Whether you are eligible for coverage or not, there are often less costly options.

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