To help combat the increase, Cumberland Council is partnering with Hearing Australia to bring senior residents Free Hearing Tests at Cumberland City Libraries.
“So, if you’re worried about your hearing or even a loved ones’, get along to one of the free hearing tests,” a council spokesperson said.
Hearing Australia’s Michaela Farrugia says this if every adult comes forward to have their hearing tested and connected, they’ll be helping themselves reduce the likeliness of becoming forgetful and confused as they age.
Untreated hearing loss may have serious medical consequences which could lead to dementia.
“A hearing check is a quick and easy way to help identify if hearing isn’t as sharp as it should be,” Ms Farrugia said.
“Not everyone who is experiencing problems may need a hearing aid, some only need support in listening to the TV at normal volumes, hearing at noisy social events or friends and family on the phone.”
In its proud history since the 1940s, Hearing Australia has celebrated many important milestones, world-firsts and other achievements in its mission to provide expert research and hearing care for the wellbeing of all and now invites seniors to book in for a free assessment hosted by the council at Cumberland libraries early next month.
Assessments will be offered from 10am-1pm at Auburn Library on Monday, February 6, Merrylands Library, on Tuesday, February 7, and Granville Library on Thursday, February 9.
Bookings essential and can be made in person by speaking to a library staff member or phone 8757 9060.
