Catch what the grandchildren are saying
WITH more than ten million people in Britain being hard of hearing, you’re hardly alone if you struggle to catch what’s being said. But nevertheless, it can be very frustrating to experience problems following conversations, whether socially, at work or at home with your nearest and dearest. So if you find yourself having to ask people to speak louder or turn the television up, it is a wise move to book a free hearing test. A well-trained hearing aid audiologist will soon be able to find out what is causing your hearing loss and, if necessary, suggest a device that fits you and your lifestyle perfectly. The sleek new digital versions are discreet, comfortable and really easy to wear — and come with advanced features to help them adapt to different hearing environments. Some devices fit into the ear canal itself, or sit invisibly behind the ear. And each type is tailored individually to suit the individual, with follow-up appointments to ensure you are quite happy using your hearing aids. Since no one need know you are wearing them, there’s no point in letting selfconsciousness hold you back. Hearing loss creeps up gradually over a number of years. It can affect safety and can prevent a grandparent from engaging fully with their family, for example. Why wait precious years when you could be hearing better within a matter of weeks? In fact, many users report that the transformation is immediate — and can feel almost miraculous.