Now last and least, a message from the editor :
HEAR YE: Hearing Aids I have had 4 sets of hearing aids over a period of about 20 years.
Recently I have been complaining that people that I talk to at functions that I now attend no longer speak clearly and mumble all the time. I have sat up ‘the front so as to be in the best position for hearing but this has failed to work.
The last aids, that I have had for 6 years, and the ACC have informed me now qualify me for new models and up to a $5,000 grant out of a total of $7,000. Now I know that I am telling this story to people who have perfect hearing and have no difficulty in picking up every word of conversation even in a group situation. YEAH RIGHT!But I will share with you the news that recent developments have brought a huge improvement in technology. Some aids automatically increase in volume for phones, particularly mobile ones, which are more prolific now. Some aids can be charged by a docking station at night and also one of the options is a solid in-ear mold that fits better. Most of the firms have many models and some that are almost invisible those for those wishing to keep their disability to themselves.
Some of the firms have a guarantee of no payment if you are not completely satisfied. At least one firm has a free booklet available with all the different possibilities listed. It has never been more competitive as we are increasingly an aging population and more active as well. Take a full and active part in life and see and hear everything around you.
LlFE IS FOR LIVING!