Hearing Loss in the Elderly
The act or power of taking in sound through the ear.
Hearing Articles
Getting a Loved One to Wear Their Hearing Aid
Charlie just got a hearing aid, which he desperately needed, but I can't convince him to wear it.
20 CommentsAre hearing aids covered by Medicare or Medicaid?
According to the official Medicare guidebook published by the federal government, Medicare doesn't cover hearing aids and exams for fitting hearing aids.
3 CommentsHow to Communicate with Someone Who Has Hearing Loss
When someone suffers from hearing loss, it is difficult (and frustrating) for them to communicate effectively with others. Here are some tips for effective communication.
21 CommentsHearing Loss: Signs, Treatment, Prevention
Hearing loss affects about a third of elderly adults and negatively impacts their ability to communicate with others effectively. Get an overview on the signs, treatments for, and prevention of hearing loss in the elderly.
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Hearing Questions
What should I do when the care home operator tells me mom at times verbally & physically attacks her, family members and other patients?
5 CommentsFinally have a diagnosis, now how do we convince Dad he needs help?
19 CommentsHow to get Mom to wear hearing aids?
18 CommentsMom can't keep up with hearing aids. What to do?
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Hearing Discussions
Dad has no friends and is dependent on me... it's exhausting.
16 CommentsGetting husband to an audiologist; any ideas of how to broach this with love and concern and not get angry?
53 CommentsWife is staring on the long journey...
4 CommentsEngineerTom Answered Jul 15, 2018How do you deal with guilt when you stop calling?
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