Mum needs a new hearing aid...

[anonymous-user]

She's had one for a couple of years but doesn't get on with it - uncomfortable, whistles a lot, just generally a pita. At work, someone suggested a made-to-measure one. She's an appointment to have her ears syringed and visit the hospital (who apparently can provide them!) for a consultation.

But I'm wondering whether the NHS offering will be crap (both the made-to-measure fitting and the unit itself) and whether it's worth going 'private' for something that's much better. If anyone's had experience of this and can offer advice I'd really like to hear. Thanks.

Edited by anonymous-user on Thursday 26th March 16:54

[anonymous-user]

Thanks for all the responses chaps. I assumed the NHS service would be very basic (I remember the free NHS specs years ago) and wanted the best for her, but you're all telling me otherwise which is good news. I didn't know it would already have been custom moulded - perhaps it just needs further adjustment or as you say, Old Merc, simply needs replacing. I'll pass on the tips about the consultation and set-up, O&W and will look into accessories.

Thanks again.

[anonymous-user]

Just a quick update - apparently mums' last hearing aid wasn't custom moulded, but a "small, medium or large?" fitting. She now has one which is - a Siemens one from the NHS and is very pleased with it. No more whistling, no more wobbling around behind her "sticking out ears", very impressed with the NHS. Thanks again for all the advice.

Edited by anonymous-user on Wednesday 20th May 07:05