Canadian Hearing Services - Scarborough - Hearing Care Counselling Program for Ages 55 Plus

Application

Agency or self-referral is required

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 and sign language interpreting services

Languages

English ; French ; ASL

Language Note

French programs offered

Area(s) Served

Toronto (Scarborough south)

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

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 * the Hearing Care Counsellor Program includes:

home visits (or virtual visits)
education
demonstrate and recommend communication devices
facilitate hard of hearing support groups
teach hearing help classes and workshops

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