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 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!
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.
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.
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.
You know what? Seniors can be gamers too! Playing video games helps keep the mind sharp and can help hand-eye coordination. But, what about those who have hearing difficulties? Here are the best gaming headsets for hard of hearing people.
Headphones are all around us and our many devices. Often people who use hearing aids aren’t sure which headphone they should use. So, to help you out, here are the best headphones for hearing aid wearers.
Bluetooth earbuds can be extremely helpful for seniors who have trouble hearing their cell phone or music from their favorite device. In this guide, I’ll show you what features are important to seniors as well as what I think are the best bluetooth earbuds for seniors.
Having trouble hearing the TV is often the first sign of a hearing problem. And, TV headphones can help with that. But, what if you have an old TV and don’t want to get a new one? To help you out, I put together this list of the best wireless headphones for older TVs. You’ll also learn more about the types of connections you’ll need to hook up TV headphones.