Hearing Aids

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When permanent hearing loss is diagnosed, hearing aids are often the most effective way to improve communication and quality of life. Choosing hearing aids is an important step, and we will guide you through the process. 

Pre-fitting Counselling 

Counselling helps you understand your hearing loss, discuss your communication needs, and explore how hearing aids can support better hearing in everyday life. 

Hearing Aid Selection

Hearing aid selection involves careful consideration of many personal and clinical factors, which include:

• The type and degree of hearing loss 
• Shape and condition of the ear canal 
• Dexterity and handling ability
• Typical listening environments (quiet, noisy, group settings, etc.)
• Presence of other symptoms such as tinnitus
• Appearance and discretion preferences 
• Desire for wireless features and connectivity 
• Budget and funding options

By understanding your priorities and challenges, we can recommend hearing solutions that best suit your lifestyle and communication goals. 

The fitting process is a step-by-step approach that combines technical adjustments with personalised counselling to ensure the best possible hearing outcome. 

• Technical Setup: Your hearing aids will be programmed using specialised software, customised to match your hearing profile and personal preferences. 
• Real-World Trial & Fine-Tuning:     After the hearing aids are programmed, you’ll start using them in everyday situations. Your feedback during follow-up appointments is vital for fine-tuning the settings and achieving the best possible performance. 
• Flexible Approach:  Sometimes, it may be necessary to explore alternative fitting strategies or reconsider the choice of hearing aids to find a better solution.  
•  Follow-up Care & Maintenance:   We offer ongoing support with device cleaning, troubleshooting, hearing checks, and reviewing your hearing goals to ensure your hearing aids continue to meet your needs over time. 

Communication is a two-way process, which is why involving a significant communication partner, such as a spouse, family member, or close friend, can be an important part of hearing rehabilitation. We encourage you to bring them to your appointments.

By attending appointments, communication partners can better understand your hearing loss and learn practical strategies to support more effective communication. 

Greater understanding and improved communication can help reduce frustration, strengthen relationships, and enhance everyday interactions. 

• Private Health Insurance: Depending on your level of cover, some private health funds provide rebates for hearing aids. We recommend checking with your health fund to confirm your eligibility and rebate amount.
• Hearing Services Program (HSP): Eligible pensioners and veterans can access fully subsidised hearing aids through the Australian Government’s HSP. With your consent, we can check your eligibility and assist with the application process on your behalf.
• WorkCover and Workers’ Compensation: Hearing aid assessments and devices related to work-related hearing loss may be covered under WorkCover or Workers’ Compensation claims.