Hearing Aids
 

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Did you mean to say something?

I deleted my original message because I’m confused.

I recently had 2 hearing tests, 1 saying I needed hearing aids (Villages Health Audiologist) and the 2nd one ( Costco) saying that I don’t.

I was just wondering and thinking of going for a 3rd test at a hearing center here to see what they think.

I have moderate loss at high frequency but think my hearing is still good.

Wondering why such opposite views. :ohdear:

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Please save your money.
You will know when you need help with hearing!

My opinion might be a little skewed but I went to an ENT to have my hearing checked. It always seemed wrong to me to go get my eyes checked somewhere that sells glasses so I did the same with my hearing. I don't like to go where they sell the stuff because I'm always leery that they are more interested in selling me something than my health. I did the same thing with business, I always looked for an independent opinion that would tell me the way it was and not necessarily what they were selling that week.

Sam's club also does hearing test but be ready to hear all about how bad you're hearing is.

That bothers me too. It seems like a conflict of interest to test your hearing and then be in the business of selling you hearing aids.
I’m going to wait and then do as you did and go to an ENT.

Are you having problems hearing others?

I have gone the whole 9 yards with hearing loss, and without my hearing aids I hear nothing.
When you find yourself keep asking people to repeat what they say, it will be time to get help.
Hearing aid today, are very expensive, so in the early stages you may get away with a simple sound enhancer device, which you can buy yourself online.
Later you you will need a good hearing aid.
Always trial before purchase.
Research cost of aid offered. Some sellers mark up prices a lot.
Get the best you can afford.
My ten cents.
Good luck.

I believe- when you have any aide either hearing or glasses you lose the natural ability and become dependent on the device.

The body - all of it is a muscle and needs exercised.

Old saying use it or lose it is spot on.

my 12 cents , adjusted for inflation.

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If you need help with your hearing aids or need new ones, check out Renaissance Hearing Center. Angelo Darby is very honest and has high integrity. He won't try to sell you more hearing aid than you need. He will never pressure you and will give you all the time you need to get the right hearing aids. HIS PRICES ARE better than any you will find in The Villages. I was told by one dealer that they had to charge $500 more because he paid high rent in The Villages. If you have Phonax Hearing aids he can help you adjust them to get the very best hearing possible for a fee. Give him a try. Many of the ads in the paper are teasers just to get you in the front door. If you want the best hearing aid for the money go see Angelo Darby. Both my husband and I use him. My husband has used him for years when he worked for another company- Now he has his own business.

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If you are a veteran, call VA Clinic Audiology Dept and schedule an appointment. If they say you require hearing aids they will fit you and order hearing aids at no cost to you. Also repairs and battery supplies will be provided at no cost.

Huh?

I am retired AF and have my hearing aids through VA. Did not have hearing disability when I retired. Am now on 4th different set of hearing aids. My understanding is this applies to all veterans; not just retirees. Check it out...nothing ventured nothing gained. Let me know how it goes for you.

I found I had to ask people to repeat themselves frequently. While at my computer I did 3 different online hearing tests, I failed all 3. With that said a friend of mine who paid a substantial amount of money for his told me to try Costco since his brother had the almost identical pair purchased at Costco for $1399. I went to Costco failed the hearing test and decided to purchase their $1399 Kirkland 10s that are rechargeable. It's a great deal and you get a 6 month money back guarantee. They will also replace a lost hearing aid within that 6 month time frame. On the flip side Bose makes an over the counter hearing aid, another friend owns the Bose and is very happy with them. ($849) I didn't purchase the Bose because you need to replace the batteries and you cannot have your smart phone stream phone conversations, music or podcasts directly to the hearing aids.

From my understanding there are only 5 hearing aid manufacturers. The Costco Kirkland brand is made by Phonak one of the 5 manufacturers. Despite the link below reading Access Denied if you click on it, it will take you to the Costco site.

Access Denied

I deleted my original message because I’m confused.
 

Good luck in your choice. And research the many brands.

Say what?

Beltone on 441 near Target is a well established hearing aide company. Tracy the audiologist will be honest.

What???
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Hearing aids will not make other people annuciate more clearly, speak more slowly, nor project their voice better. If you can hear most words of most people I think that's good hearing.

If you frequently cannot hear various kinds of people when there is no background noise and you are facing them and still can't hear that may tell you something.

I cannot hear others speech well when there is background noise. I tried two different best brands for $8,000 and they didn't help me with that main problem and still missed others speech due to their speaking issues, not my hearing.

My millennial kids sometimes even ask, "what did he say?" while watching TV.

Hope that helps. Good luck!

RULE OF THUMB:

If your most used word is "what?", then you should have your hearing checked.

If not, then you're probably ok.

First of all, if you have a hearing problem DO NOT go to a hearing aid sales operation. I went that route for several years of frustration. They only want to sell you something...anything...they don't give a rat about your hearing.

Go a DOCTOR OF AUDIOLOGY. I strong recommend:

• Paige Alberson Holt, AuD, Lake ENT Hearing Aid & Audiology Services. 352-753-5874. Audiologist. Doctor Holt is a doctor of audiology, not a hearing aid salesperson. Her objective is to assist her patients in better hearing. She is very thorough in her examination, explains your situation in terms that are understandable, and recommends appropriate solutions with trial periods. Located at 1501 US 441 N, Suite 1402 across from The Villages Hospital. Hearing Aid Services of Lake ENT - The Villages in The Villages, FL 32159

I have Costco hearing aids (2nd pair) and worked at an outpatient Audiology Department. You will know if you are struggling to hear. My audiograms from both a Dr. of Audiology and a Costco technician were exactly the same. Kirkland's aids are made by Sonova, the same as Phonak and half the price. I love that my aids connect to my phone. If you're constantly saying "what" take it as a sign.

If your wife or husband thinks you need them, you do.

My wife and I have been patients if Dr. Al Turri at The Villages Health Audiology. Their hearing tests are almost always administered by graduate Audiologists using the latest equipment. I would trust them more than someone at Costco who may not be as well trained, experienced or uses the latest equipment. I would simply ask the Audiologist at The Villages Health for an explanation. I’m certain they will provide an explanation.

The bottom line however is your hearing. I believe that TVH will fit you with hearing aids and let you use them for a few weeks. If you don’t think they improve your hearing, just return them. That’s the way Dr. Turri has always dealt with my wife and myself. Just ask TVH about the difference in diagnoses and the possibility of a hearing aid trial.

Second vote for Lake ENT Hearing Aid & Audiology Services. I go there 2 times a year for wax removal and once a year for testing. They never tried to sell me hearing aides. I do have hearing aides purchased for a different place. They gave me my test results so I could purchase them for whoever.:clap2:

Hearing aids are exactly that. You will never hear as you did before..just got 3rd pair. New Sharkey’s better than previous Phonak..went to Hearing Aids on 441 2 doors down from Francesco Italian restaurant.. Heather has been fabulous, very caring and always makes herself available when needed..

Believe me, you will know when you need hearing aids, your wife will tell you .....

Can't say enough good things about Costco.
I have been wearing hearing aids for 60 yrs. Time has REALLY changed them.
I have the K9's bought a few years ago.
First up, audio folks at Costco are top notch. They do not work on commission.
Two - price - excellent for sure.
Third - best competitor to Costco is TruHearing (Hearing Aid Benefit Solutions | TruHearing).
Finally - Costco audio folks cannot treat medical issues that require an ENT, they will tell you this right upfront.
Suggest try Costco, good warranty and trial period. I use custom molds - extra (about $90) but very much improved quality. Next try TruHearing.
Only negative is appointments can be hard to get.
Good luck!

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I had good xam/service at Elite Hearing Ctr at Freedom mall on SR 44 in Wildwood

Did your hearing test include a recorded chart of the degree of loss in each ear? This should give you a good indication of how good or bad your hearing is and the audiologist should be able to explain that to you. It's really easy to understand. I would recommend Mid-Florida Hearing in Deaton Plaza as a good place to get a third opinion. Family practice that has years and years of experience.

IT'S SIMPLE - One wants to sell hearing aids if you have any loss. The other is respecting some reasonable limits to hearing loss since we all have some.

If you passed, enjoy life - your not missing anything!

I think this is incorrect.
 

I believe that when your hearing nerve cells start to go, they die and are gone for ever. This is the time hearing aids will help you. They stimulate those cells and keep your hearing stronger and living longer.

I suggest you go to a good seller of hearing aids. Any reputable seller of hearing aids will give you a test drive.

Even good hearing aids have a down side. You will hear a lot of background noise, glasses tinkling, people talking in the distance. just general noise. The first time I tried hearing aids, the annoyance of the noise was worse then the benefit of increased ability to hear what I wanted to hear. A couple of years later, I tried again and found it was time for me.

Anyway, you don't have to rely on the word of the audiologist. The only way to be sure it is time for hearing aids is to try them and see if your life is improved.

Finding the right hearing aid is trickier.

i can't hear you!

No. My speech test was 100%.
Was turning up the volume on the t.v.
We just bought a sound bar and it’s amazing.
Had to turn the volume down.

Struggle if in a noisy restaurant.

Very funny! 😊

My Husband has had hearing aids for 3 years.
He tells people I hear better then he does with his hearing aids.

Thank all of you for your great responses!

There is nothing wrong with my hearing. I just wish everyone would quit mumbling.
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