How To Get Cheaper Hearing Aids
Eligible Aussies maybe be eligible for completely free hearing aids and followup services making it easier than ever to get access to hearing care!
Hearing loss affects over 3.6 million Aussies* and that number is expected to grow according to the latest studies. Although many people take up to 6 years to do something once they realise that their experiencing hearing loss, many Aussies are finding that there’s a simple solution.
Here’s how you do it:
Step 1: Select your state below.
Step 2: After answering a quick quiz, you will have the opportunity to compare hearing aids in your area and could be eligible for significant savings.
Hearing Choices is a new online service that’s helping Australians find a great hearing aid at a competitive price.
Who is eligible for subsidies hearing aids?
You may be eligible if you fall into one of the following categories*:
Pensioner Concession Card holder
Department of Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card holder
a Department of Veterans’ Affairs White Card holder issued for specific conditions that include hearing loss
receiving Sickness Allowance from Centrelink
a dependent of a person in one of the above categories
a member of the Australian Defence Force
referred by the Disability Employment Services (Disability Management Services) Program; or
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participant with hearing needs, referred by a planner from the National Disability Insurance Agency
Take this quick quiz and we can help to see if you are eligible – Click here To Get Started
How does it work?
The process is simple, you can apply online at the HSP website for the program, or Hearing Choices can connect you with clinic in your area who is contracted to the Hearing Services Program*.
Luckily, Hearing Choices works with hundreds of clinics around Australia and are sure to have one in your area who meets this criteria!
What about private health insurance?
If you have private health insurance that includes hearing aids coverage you may also be eligible for further rebates for up to $1,800*! We can help you get the most out of your private health insurance and stack the rebate with any other subsidy available further lowering the cost of the devices.
Hearing aids often include a free or risk-free trial period, so you can test-drive a device before you commit to be sure it works.
Hearing Choices stays with you the entire process and will answer any question you may have.
This may be things like the types of hearing aids available, prices, trials, or how to care for your device.
Hearing loss can cause you to withdraw from social settings and affect your quality of life so it’s important not to leave it. In just a couple of minutes Hearing Choices, could help you be on your way to better hearing—at a better price.
*http://www.hcia.com.au/hcia-wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Social-and-Economic-Cost-of-Hearing-Health-in-Australia_June-2017.pdf
*Check full T&C’s at the HSP website here
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Why Hearing Choices?
Save Time and Money
Hearing aids differ significantly in appearance, cost, and functionality. Let us do the heavy lifting and help find a product that’s right for you.
Make an Informed Decision
We work with hundreds of clinics around Australia and the leading hearing aid brands
Get a FREE Hearing Check Up
A free hearing check will help identify the nature and extent of your hearing loss, and help us match you with the perfect product
