[villages07]

Looking for advice on where/how to get started on getting measured for and purchasing hearing aids in the local vicinity. So many vendors, so many products, so many performance claims.

Did you try Sam's? Large chain like Miracle Ear? Start with a doctor or with local store? Did you try multiple vendors before picking one?

I have a moderate to severe loss on one side (it's been there since late infancy) that I have managed all these years. Tried hearing aids in the early 80s and didn't like them. Willing to try again with all the improvements in technology. Might also have some insurance help from BC/BS (anybody had BC help pay the cost?)

Any advice or local experiences is appreciated.