People in the Hunter electorate can get free hearing checks when the Australian Hearing Bus arrives next week.
People in the Hunter electorate can get free hearing checks when the Australian Hearing Bus arrives next week.
People who visit the bus can have the check and talk to local Australian Hearing staff about their hearing health.
Minister for Human Services Senator Kim Carr said the mobile service provides locals – particularly seniors – with a convenient way to assess their hearing.
“Hearing loss is an extremely common complaint, affecting one in six people and 60 per cent of those aged over 60,” Senator Kim Carr said.
“Today, it’s a problem we can provide help for. Quality hearing service providers like Australian Hearing can offer a full range of user-friendly, discreet and affordable solutions, along with practical advice and support.”
Member for Hunter, Joel Fitzgibbon, urged local people to take advantage of this opportunity to have their hearing checked.
“The checks take around 15 minutes and are performed by experts from the local Australian Hearing office.
“People just need to have that first check, and a whole new world can be opened,” Mr Fitzgibbon said.
“When visiting the bus, local Australian Hearing staff will also be available to talk to people about the next steps to take, if needed, in regards to their hearing health. For many groups, such as pensioners and veterans, significant government subsidies are available for these services.”
No appointment is necessary - Australian Hearing will provide hearing checks to any adults who attend the bus on the day. Parents or carers concerned about their child’s hearing should contact their family doctor in the first instance.
Australian Hearing is a leading provider of hearing services for children, young adults, pensioners, veterans and Indigenous people. For more information call 131 797 or visit www.hearing.com.au.
LOCATIONS OF THE AUSTRALIAN HEARING BUS
Cessnock Tuesday 12 February 9am – 5pm Marketplace Car Park
Muswellbrook Wednesday 13 February 9am – 12pm RSL Club Car Park
Rutherford Wednesday 13 February 1pm – 5pm Council Car Park (near Amcal Max)
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