HiddenHearingto postfreereplacement hearingaidbatteries

HIDDEN Hearing is to post out free replacement batteries for hearing aids to all applicants, regardless of whether or not they are customers.

The company, which has a shop in Bray, said that its clinics are currently remaining open to cater for urgent customer appointments and enquiries. However, some customers who may feel more vulnerable at this time, may not wish to visit in person.

‘People have enough stress right now, without having to worry about hearing aid batteries running down,’ said Dolores Madden, marketing director at Hidden Hearing Ireland.

‘Our audiologists are now supporting many customers’ online and via telephone enquiries, so issuing free replacement batteries for hearing devices to anyone in need makes sense.’

Families are also being encouraged to check that relatives’ hearing aids are in good order at this challenging time when TVs, radios and telephone calls are a lifeline for many.

Cold weather and moisture can cause weakened sound or static in hearing aids too, so wearers are advised to wipe them down to make sure they aren’t collecting condensation.

It is also important to ensure rechargeable hearing aids are regularly charged, ideally overnight.

Hidden Hearing has advice online and on its social media platforms to guide people experiencing difficulty with hearing aids, or looking for general hearing healthcare information. This includes a guide on cleaning and brushing wax guards, receivers and microphone ports to remove wax and other dirt, if sound isn’t getting through clearly.

Anyone needing hearing aid batteries, whether customers, nursing home or hospital residents, or the general public, can call Hidden Hearing on 1800 370000, text ‘Hear’ to 50015, or email info@hiddenhearing.ie to have free replacement batteries posted.