HEARING AIDS

With age, most people suffer from a degree of hearing loss. The NHS provides good quality digital hearing aids for free. Although the NHS usually provides behind-the-ear hearing aids, more discreet options such as open-fit or receiver-incanal aids may also be available depending on clinical assessment. 

Buying privately is an option, but we advise people to do their research and shop around. Ensure that any private dispenser is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and that you do not feel pressurised into buying a particular make or model of hearing aid. Some audiology services in England are under the Any Qualified Provider scheme and further information about this can be found here www. nhs.uk 

Royal National Institute for Deaf provides expert information on hearing aids. Visit www.rnid.org.uk