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Deaf/Hard of Hearing

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3. Now,In the old days, hearing aids were an alternative only for the well off because of the price. Phones

Reply to Buddyzbuddy (Original post)

Mon Sep 15, 2025, 08:35 AM

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were inexpensive.

Now phones can cost a lot more than hearing aids but if you already have the phone, your suggestion is great! Twenty-five plus years ago when I had lost enough hearing that I had to have aids, there was no choice.

By the way, even with expensive hearing aids that I get at no cost because of my military disability, I still have to ask people to repeat, speak more slowly, look at me and not block their mouths so I can see their lips, and talk a little clearer. Most people don't mind when I just point to my ears and ask nicely.

Good luck.

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If you can't afford good hearing aids, here is a work around. [View all] Buddyzbuddy Monday OP

I too have tinnitus and hearing loss that goes with it. twodogsbarking Monday #1

Mine came on for no known reason at all then eventually disappeared. Coincidence is not cause. Wonder Why Monday #2

Been there. I'm doing alright. Thanks. twodogsbarking Monday #4

Same here - thank you for explaining that biophile Monday #7

The pause is questioning whether you heard it correctly or your brain is filling in the blanks. twodogsbarking Monday #9

Yes- mostly filling in blanks biophile Monday #16

Very much like dementia but not. twodogsbarking Yesterday #17

Now,In the old days, hearing aids were an alternative only for the well off because of the price. Phones Wonder Why Monday #3

And if you can't afford a smartphone, you can always do this... KS Toronado Monday #5

Iphones and AIrpods can do this. You can also Jerry2144 Monday #6

My issue is vertigo. ananda Monday #8

I sympathize with you. I've also experienced those symptoms. Buddyzbuddy Monday #10

Thanks. ananda Monday #12

Glad to hear it. Buddyzbuddy Monday #13

Even with hearing aids at a total cost to my insurance company of $9k Buddyzbuddy Monday #11

"Sounds" good, I'll give it a try.. I have tinnitus from long term NSAID use (back problems) and long distance mitch96 Monday #14

Good luck. Buddyzbuddy Monday #15