Canadian Hearing Services - York Regional Office - Hearing Care Counselling for Ages 55+

Application

Service providers, individuals or family members may contact the office to request service

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adult 55 years and older who have hearing loss or persons older than 19 with acquired hearing loss and a physical illness, frailty or physical disability

Fees

Support services are free * set fees for devices

Languages

English ; French ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin)

Language Note

French programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request

Area(s) Served

York Region and South Simcoe County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessibility Note

Automatic Doors

Description of Services:

Assists seniors with hearing loss * services include assessment and support for seniors with hearing loss to develop, maintain, or augment sensory capacity and promote maximum independence

hearing care counsellors work with individuals with hearing loss, their family and caregivers
services are provided in an accessible and safe environment, including home visits, in office appointments, or virtually
provide one-on-one hearing screenings
prepare you to manage difficult listening situations like social gatherings, restaurants, places of worship or recreational programs
help you remain independent and stay safe at home with recommendations and support with the installation of visual smoke alarms, visual doorbells, assistive listening devices, and phone alert systems
provides training on the use, care, and maintenance of hearing aids, assistive listening devices, specialized telephones, and alert devices
referral to other CHS programs and services or agencies that offer alternate services as needed
hosting presentations, community displays, workshops, classes, and learning groups

Hearing Care Counselling also provides in-service training to supportive housing, retirement homes and long-term care facilities