Hearing loss is often referred to as the “invisible disability”. Untreated hearing loss creates isolation, stigma and reduces the quality of life and relationships. Unfortunately many people are unaware of what they cannot hear.
Katie Rahman of Hear-Clear says “Hearing loss due to age usually occurs very slowly, so slowly that the person doesn’t notice. Many people adjust their behaviour to cope. While most people can’t do without glasses, they don’t realise that hearing aids are just as important.”
Significant numbers of people have a hearing loss. Latest research indicates one in six Australians. While it is small percentage in younger people, over the age of 70 years, three out of four people have an impairment.
Hearing Awareness Week 2015 (23-29 August) is highlighting the issues faced by people with hearing loss. Hear-Clear Australia is joining the campaign by offering their local community the opportunity to find out more about their hearing.
Hear-Clear will be holding Open Days at the Galston Clinic on Tuesday 25 August and the Dural Clinic on Tuesday 1 September. Make an appointment to meet Bruce and Katie, have a free hearing screening or a “no obligation” review of your hearing aids. They will also be offering a free trial of the latest hearing aid that helps your brain hear. This is an opportunity to get your hearing checked and ask some questions about what is available. Places are limited so phone the Galston clinic on (02) 9653 1395 or the Dural Clinic on (02) 9651 3227 to secure a time.
“With all the advances in hearing aid technology, the way they can minimise background noise and link to your mobile phone, there is no excuse these days for missing out on conversation,” says Bruce Allen of Hear-Clear.
