Beginning to wear hearing aids is a big step for many, and choosing the right hearing aids may seem daunting. This month’s Elder Voice, written by Dr. Susan Marynewich, discusses what to look for. There are five primary considerations when purchasing a hearing aid: Your lifestyle and listening needs Your ability to manage the hearing [read more…]
Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss in Seniors
Estimates of hearing loss in the elderly vary, but at least 25% of people from 65-75 and 35% of those over eighty have some degree of impairment.This month Elder Voice focuses on hearing loss in Seniors and how to help when someone is loosing their hearing. Hearing loss can have profound physical, emotional, and social [read more…]