After years of procrastination have finally succumbed, hearing is pretty ordinary, I'm sure I'll need aids.
So many firms to choose from, as well as differing reviews,unsure where to start.
Also wondering what is available as far as govt assistance is concerned, we're on a full pension.
Would appreciate opinions and experiences both good and bad.
Thanks in advance.
Possum3 said
02:21 PM Apr 27, 2021
Santa , If there is a Costco outlet near you they do full audiometric testing as well as optical testing - check them out.
Craig1 said
05:41 PM Apr 27, 2021
Don't be upsold from the basic free model. Hearing Aust, or are they now Australian Hearing, have support in NSW and Qld
Leshill said
11:38 PM Apr 28, 2021
I use Hearing Australia ( at Marion Adel SA ) I use the free ones and they seem to work well for me .
drtooheys said
09:07 AM Apr 29, 2021
I use Hearing Aust and use the basic ones on offer. I have worn aids for 20 years and always been more than happy with both the Hearing Australia the aids they offer and the extremely helpful staff. You certainly dont need to get any more than the base ones.
Santa said
01:31 PM Apr 29, 2021
Thanks for the replies people, there is a Hearing Australia branch close handy, will call and arrange an appointment.
Santa said
01:04 PM May 13, 2021
Done and dusted, had a hearing test with Hearing Australia, my lower frequency hearing is OK,moderate loss in the higher range.
They provided me with the govt supplied aids, set them up to suit me, very pleased with the result, I'm hearing sounds I've been unaware of for years, watching/hearing the TV is also much more satisfactory.
Hearing Australia were very professional, excellent outcome.
Kebbin said
02:42 PM May 13, 2021
I'm interested to know if you had 2 or 3 appointments to fine tune the hearing aids?
Santa said
02:49 PM May 13, 2021
Kebbin wrote:
I'm interested to know if you had 2 or 3 appointments to fine tune the hearing aids?
Morning Kebbin, had the initial test and setup a week ago, all seems good, have another appointment to fine tune in a couple of weeks.
Craig1 said
04:28 PM May 13, 2021
Make sure you pay the $46? annual sub, free batteries and maintenance for life
Santa said
06:19 PM May 13, 2021
So they tell me, certainly cant complain about that.
How long do the batteries last Craig? I was told about a week, haven't had one go flat as yet.
Craig1 said
09:05 PM May 13, 2021
It seems to depend on volume and time on, however they will dispense plenty to get you started and no issues with asking for more. Up to 2 weeks.
Leshill said
10:05 AM May 14, 2021
My batteries usually last for a week. I use number 13 . I get a decending tone when they are flat.
If you are experiencing harsh tinny sound your units may be set too high. take note of the sound as it can be modified to suit.
mine are set to default to volume 8 in the "universal " setting.
Les
drtooheys said
10:25 AM May 14, 2021
My audiologist suggested pick a day once a week to give them a good clean (I use alcohol wipes) and change batteries then. She said if you go much past that they are not working at their desired 100%.
Santa said
10:28 AM May 14, 2021
drtooheys wrote:
My audiologist suggested pick a day once a week to give them a good clean (I use alcohol wipes) and change batteries then. She said if you go much past that they are not working at their desired 100%.
Yep, the person I saw suggested similar.
msg said
11:07 AM May 14, 2021
Hearing loss is one of the early signs of dementia? That's what a TV ad is saying. Ummmmm
Gundog said
06:39 AM May 16, 2021
I got mine at Specsavers, supplied 12 months of batteries replacements are free with no additional charges.
After years of procrastination have finally succumbed, hearing is pretty ordinary, I'm sure I'll need aids.
So many firms to choose from, as well as differing reviews,unsure where to start.
Also wondering what is available as far as govt assistance is concerned, we're on a full pension.
Would appreciate opinions and experiences both good and bad.
Thanks in advance.
I use Hearing Australia ( at Marion Adel SA ) I use the free ones and they seem to work well for me .
I use Hearing Aust and use the basic ones on offer. I have worn aids for 20 years and always been more than happy with both the Hearing Australia the aids they offer and the extremely helpful staff. You certainly dont need to get any more than the base ones.
Thanks for the replies people, there is a Hearing Australia branch close handy, will call and arrange an appointment.
Done and dusted, had a hearing test with Hearing Australia, my lower frequency hearing is OK,moderate loss in the higher range.
They provided me with the govt supplied aids, set them up to suit me, very pleased with the result, I'm hearing sounds I've been unaware of for years, watching/hearing the TV is also much more satisfactory.
Hearing Australia were very professional, excellent outcome.
Morning Kebbin, had the initial test and setup a week ago, all seems good, have another appointment to fine tune in a couple of weeks.
So they tell me, certainly cant complain about that.
How long do the batteries last Craig? I was told about a week, haven't had one go flat as yet.
My batteries usually last for a week. I use number 13 . I get a decending tone when they are flat.
If you are experiencing harsh tinny sound your units may be set too high. take note of the sound as it can be modified to suit.
mine are set to default to volume 8 in the "universal " setting.
Les
My audiologist suggested pick a day once a week to give them a good clean (I use alcohol wipes) and change batteries then. She said if you go much past that they are not working at their desired 100%.
Yep, the person I saw suggested similar.