Hearing and Aging
Many Canadian Seniors have difficulty hearing another person talking. The number increases to almost 1 in 2 for those 85 and over.1 Hearing loss can make it harder for you to participate fully in everyday activity.
Canadian Hearing Society
A counsellor from the Canadian Hearing Society2 can provide home visits, education, demonstrations and recommendations of communication devices. And help you to:
- Stay safe and independent at home
- Improve communication with family and friends
- Stay involved in your favourite activities
It is important to get your hearing checked if you notice a change in your hearing. For more information about hearing programs and services, please visit the Canadian Hearing Society (www.chs.ca).
Date of creation: May 16, 2013
Last modified on: May 1, 2014
Last modified on: May 1, 2014
References
1Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. (2011). 2011 Federal Disability Report Seniors with Disabilities in Canada. Retrieved from
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/disability/arc/index.shtml
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/disability/arc/index.shtml
2Canadian Hearing Society. (2013). Hearing Care Counselling Program. Retrieved from
http://www.chs.ca/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=49&Itemid=76&lang=en
http://www.chs.ca/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=49&Itemid=76&lang=en