Hearing loss is often one of the first signs of aging. So much so that approximately 1 in 3 people between age 65 and 74 have hearing loss. At the same time, half of those 75 and up have trouble hearing without wanting to admit it.
But, the good news is that today there are lots of options for seniors, the elderly, and other people facing hearing loss. Don’t want a hearing aid? There are tons of alternatives and options available now.
Here are my guides to dealing with mild, moderate and even severe hearing loss along with reviews and recommended products to help you hear better.
The best cordless phones for seniors are easy to use with big buttons that are easy to see, lots of volume amplification, a choice of loud ringers, plus emergency dialing features. Here are my favorites.
Separate TV speakers including sound bars are best for seniors with hearing aids and who usually watch TV alone. These are available as wireless speakers that can sit right next to the user. Another version is soundbars that sit next to the TV set. Some come with headphone jacks that can be used when there are others listening to the TV at the same time.
If you aren’t ready for hearing aids or don’t want the expense, here are some great alternatives to hearing aids that are cheaper but actually work! These personal sound amplifiers can be a great choice for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
In this guide, I compare the features and overall ease of use of the Bellman & Symfon Mino to the Williams Sound Pocketalker 2.0 to help you decide which personal sound amplifier is best for your unique needs.
The Maxi Pro from Bellman & Symfon is a feature-rich and easy to use personal amplifier for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. The Pocketalker Ultra is one of the more popular products on the market. But, which is best for you?
The Mino is small, lightweight and easy to use personal sound amplifier that is designed for active people who prefer a more discreet way to hear better. But, is it the best choice for you and your needs? Let’s find out.
The Maxi Pro Personal Amplifier is a relatively easy to use device for people with mild to moderate hearing loss that helps them hear better. You can use is it for conversation, your cell phone, your favorite audio devices, and even with the TV. But is it the best PSAP for you?
The Aria Me Headphones are specially designed for people with mild to moderate hearing loss and they personalize their audio settings for the user. There is a lot to love about them but are they the best headphones for you?
Headphones with noise cancellation features help seniors hear better by filtering out background noise. The best noise cancelling headphones for seniors are affordable, wireless, comfortable to wear, lightweight, and easy to use. Keep reading to see my top picks!
Headphones can be very helpful for helping seniors and the elderly enjoy entertainment again. But most don’t want to wear a heavy, klunky headset. Here are the best lightweight headphones for the elderly.
The Jabees BHearing Personal Sound Amplifier has some great features that even more expensive units don’t offer. For example, it customizes itself to meet your unique hearing needs. While it’s not perfect, there’s a lot to like about it. So, could it be the best PSAP for you? Let’s find out!
The best corded landline home phones for older adults have loud speakers and ringers, big buttons, and as few buttons as necessary. Easy to recognize memory dialing functions are important in the the event of a fall or medical problem.