The Gift of Hearing Program

Being able to clearly hear the world around you is a gift that becomes even more treasured as it diminishes. Many of us take for granted the ability to clearly hear all the elements of a song or to hear what a friend says the first time around. However, once these abilities fade, we realize just how lucky we were to have a fully functional sense of sound.

At Hearing Care Clinic, we understand just how critical being able to hear is, which is why we’ve developed the Gift of Hearing program to help bring donated hearing aids to those in the community who may otherwise be unable to obtain them. Even more powerful, though, is seeing all the areas of someone’s life—both physical and mental—that improve when they are fitted with a hearing aid.

Kenneth R. was fit with a hearing aid, and after one month, we checked in to see just how his life has improved—it’s no surprise that it’s not just his hearing that was affected.

Easier Communication

Gone are the days of asking people to repeat themselves. Not only did Kenneth note that his improved hearing, thanks to the hearing aid, is easier on those he converses with, but it also allows him to feel less embarrassed. By knowing who is talking and what is being said, he feels less ‘on edge’ when talking to others, leading to more relaxed conversations and greater self-confidence.

We rely heavily on our senses, so when your hearing starts to worsen, you can experience strain in an area that once came easy to you. With a hearing aid, however, the ease of conversing returns, and Kenneth says that he feels as though he’s “10 years younger with a new lease on life.”

Beyond the self-confidence boost, Kenneth notes, “There’s less of a chance of miscommunication.” By knowing what is said, Kenneth is now able to give a direct response whereas, before, he would guess at what was said and, more often than not, give a wrong answer.

Re-Discovering Everyday Sounds

Hearing diminishes gradually over years, which means you may not recognize just how much you’re missing out on. Kenneth, though, realized just how many layers of sound he had been missing once his hearing was restored. He was able to re-discover everyday sounds that had passed him by before, such as the musical instruments used in a song. Rather than hear only the melody, he can now hear all the instruments.

This translates to his time spent at church, where he can now hear the minister and the response. “It used to come across as ‘wawa,’ like Charlie Brown,” he explains, referencing the monotonous tone used by adults in the cartoon, “But now I can hear.”

Rejoining the Community

Poor hearing can be isolating, but with the help of a hearing aid, Kenneth no longer feels separated from everyone else due to difficulty joining in with a conversation. For Kenneth, the hearing aid, and the subsequent restoration of his hearing, feels like a Godsent.

On the Fence About a Hearing Test? Kenneth’s Advice

For those who are on the fence about undergoing a hearing test, Kenneth recommends going to get tested—don’t wait. He wishes that he had gone sooner rather than spend years living with the stress of hearing challenges. The sooner you go, he notes, the sooner you can have better and fuller days, like his are now.

As for where to go, Kenneth recommends seeing a proper professional. “I am so happy to have found a professional that is a small, family-run business. I feel as though they have taken the time to test and explain what’s going on.”

Our thorough care left Kenneth impressed, and we’re sure to leave you just as satisfied. Reach out today to schedule a no-pressure hearing test and discover just how much of a gift hearing well truly is.