Audiological Services
Hearing assessment and hearing aid fitting
Cochlear implant assessment
Tinnitus assessment
Rehabilitation
You've identified your hearing loss; you've got the best technology to mitigate it, now is time to learn the strategies to hear the best you can.
faq
How do I find out about my hearing and what can I do about it?
Good hearing is an important ingredient for a fulfilling life
Many things affect hearing, most are not resolved through drug or surgical therapies. The right choice of assessment or therapy for an individual, requires a greater understanding of available services and technology.
Some frequently asked questions are answered below; please telephone or email if you have further questions to ask.
- I am a pensioner, am I entitled to free hearing aids?
- How do i find out if I qualify for free hearing services?
I am a pensioner, am I entitled to free hearing aids?
In Australia, people on a government pension are often entitled to a susidised assessment and rehabilitation program. Sometimes the service is at no cost to the individual, sometimes there is a small fee of around $35 a year for batteries and repairs when hearing aids are prescribed.
How do i find out if I qualify for free hearing services?
To qualify for free hearing aid services you will first need a voucher from the office of hearing services (OHS), a part of the department of health and aging. To get a voucher you will need to apply by filling out a simple form and post it to the office of hearing services. once you have your voucher you are entitled to take it to any office of hearing services qualified practitioner and be assessed.