HEARING AIDS KELOWNA – YOUR LOCALLY OWNED HEARING CLINIC
A first pair of hearing aids can sometimes feel like a big, and maybe even scary step. You’re not alone in feeling this way. In fact, the average person waits seven years after noticing difficulty hearing to even get a hearing test. There is a lot to consider, and you as the wearer need to feel comfortable navigating this new and possibly unknown territory.
A first pair of hearing aids can sometimes feel like a big, and maybe even scary step. You’re not alone in feeling this way. In fact, the average person waits seven years after noticing difficulty hearing to even get a hearing test.
There is a lot to consider, and you as the wearer need to feel comfortable navigating this new and possibly unknown territory. We’re here to help.
There is a lot to consider when you first start to notice it is harder to hear.
Maybe you might be wondering:
- What do hearing aids look like?
- Will people see my hearing aids?
- How do I choose a hearing aid that is best for me?
- Can I try hearing aids before I buy them?
- Only old people wear hearing aids and I’m not old.
Everyone starts here.
The first step to better understanding your hearing is a diagnostic hearing evaluation to determine:
Hearing assessments are not all created equal. A complete hearing test, also referred to as a ‘diagnostic hearing test’ or a ‘hearing evaluation’ includes a full assessment of your hearing ability, your speech understanding ability, and an assessment of your outer ear, middle ear, and inner ear. This type of test can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour or more, depending on the degree and type of your hearing loss, and is typically performed by an audiologist.
A hearing screening is an abbreviated version of a standard hearing test. It is a test only of your ability to hear different tones for each ear. The screening will only indicate if a hearing loss is present or not. A hearing screening typically takes less than 15 minutes.
Once we know you would benefit from Hearing Aids:
We have an in-depth conversation covering the following aspects of hearing aids and your specific needs.
Once you have had your diagnostic evaluation, the audiologist will go over the results of the assessment and can talk about the next steps with amplification, if you are a candidate. This conversation will cover the following topics in detail:
What do hearing aids cost?
Lakeside Hearing, Balance, and Tinnitus Clinic is independently owned, allowing patient-centered individualized care and low-cost hearing aid technology from all manufacturers. We will help you find a solution to meet your hearing needs within your budget.
We also provide unlimited timely follow-up care to ensure that your hearing aids are always working at their best potential for the lifetime of the hearing aid.
The cost of the hearing aids ranges from $1000 to $3000 per ear. The price of the hearing aids is NOT impacted by the look or size of the hearing aid, rather it is the computer chip inside.
Some factors that influence the price of hearing aids of all the brands we prescribe at our independently owned Kelowna Hearing Clinic:
Is there coverage for hearing aids?
The cost of hearing aids is, unfortunately, a limiting factor for many. In British Columbia, there is no coverage for hearing aids under the Medical Services Plan (MSP). Therefore, most people who need hearing aids are purchasing them privately.
However, you may be eligible for coverage if:
Lakeside Hearing is dedicated to serving the Okanagan as your number one resource for comprehensive audiological assessment and hearing rehabilitation for all ages. Prescribed treatments can sometimes prove to be difficult for those with limited financial means.
We’re here to share a number of financial resources available to you to make better hearing possible for you sooner rather than later. Make sure to ask us about insurance plans, corporate & tax benefits, and government programs that help those living in the Okanagan access the hearing healthcare they need.
Now, the exciting part! What’s your style?
Thankfully, the stigma of wearing hearing aids is slowly disappearing. They are, dare we say, cool now?
Whether you are looking for an “earbud” look, or something a little more discreet, we can match your style.
People of all ages and stages have hearing loss. Usually, it comes with a little bit of embarrassment that we all want to hide. But why? Do people hide their glasses? No. They pick frames that match their style.
Let us help you match your style with your performance so you can live a more connected and joyful life that helps you be more of your awesome self without the fear of being held back by your hearing.
Let us help you move from feeling left out to feeling fully connected to your friends and family.
There are two main styles of hearing aids. The first is a behind the ear style where there is a small piece sitting on top/behind your ear and a little wire going into the ear canal. The second is when the entire hearing aid sits inside your ear canal. Both styles are discreet and have pros and cons. Factors that you may want to ask the audiologist about:
We have the power to fit your unique style.
As an independently owned hearing clinic, we have the freedom to choose the hearing aid model that works best for you and your lifestyle and budget. There are several excellent hearing aid manufacturers. This allows us to fit each individual with the most suitable hearing aids, even if you have an uncommon hearing loss. As described above, we will help you choose the best hearing aid for you, your lifestyle and what can comfortably fit into your budget. Our team of audiologists prides itself in continuing education on all new technologies on the market and not just from one brand.
Next, you get to try them out!
Complimentary Hearing Aid Trial Period
We offer hearing aid trials of various manufactures and technologies so you can hear the difference in your everyday listening environments. Typically, you will be provided the opportunity to to trial the hearing aids for two weeks and there is no charge for this service. This experience will allow you to see for yourself the difference a hearing aid can make in your quality of life.
Welcome to your new Hearing Aids!
Your Hearing Aids are Fit Specifically To Your Prescription
Our Audiologists have Master’s degrees or clinical doctorate degrees with extensive training in hearing, hearing aids, and hearing care.
We follow best practices and real-ear verification measures to ensure your hearing aids are matched to your specific hearing targets.
Experience even MORE with Hearing Aid Accessories.
Do you want to just put your hearing aids in and have them self-adjust to your surroundings? Advancements in technology allow your hearing aids to do this!
There are many additional wireless accessories to help you gain further benefit from your devices:
TV Streamers
Do you want to listen to your TV directly through your devices at your own volume while your family members watch with a completely different volume?
Streamline Mic
Do you want to listen to your cell or home phone, computer, tablet or iPad through both ears for better clarity, volume, and understanding?
Conference Mic
Do you attend meetings or restaurants and have a hard time hearing at the other end of the table? A conference mic may help.
Remote Table Mic
Do you have difficulty hearing clearly at lectures and when you are at a distance from the speaker? A remote mic can help!
Telecoil
Do you attend concerts or plays and want to hear the speaker and not the background noise of an audience? You can loop into the telecoil sound system!
Hearing Aid Care and Follow Up
Lakeside Hearing welcomes those who purchased hearing aids from the clinic for complimentary follow-ups for the life of the hearing aids. Whether you need a basic cleaning of your hearing aids, spare tools for your hearing aids, or a sound adjustment – we encourage you to book an appointment and let us help you.
We additionally provide ongoing annual hearing assessments, because unlike with glasses, if your prescription changes your audiologist can re-program the hearing aids to meet your current and ongoing communication needs. Again – these services are included to ensure the hearing aids your purchased continue to work optimally for as long as possible!
