If you are a caretaker, it’s a great idea to come to your loved one’s hearing test!
Many people are not interested in getting hearing aids. It just seems like another expensive device they can live without. When you constantly have trouble getting a message across, though, it can be frustrating. With the patient’s agreement, it is possible to help schedule a hearing test for someone else. Better yet, the patient can bring a friend to a hearing test. Here’s why it’s a great idea to accompany your loved one to a hearing test.
Your Value as a Third Party Advocate
An Advocate
You might have concerns about a parent or a close friend to whom you are caretaker. If you notice that this loved one is suffering from hearing loss, but that individual is reluctant to visit an audiologist, it’s good to go as a trusted advocate, present to stand up for the patient’s needs or point out something that could benefit them.
A Trusted Ally
Given that the person you care for trusts you, you can help confirm to that person that the audiologist’s prognosis is actually accurate. You can vouch for not just the patient but also the audiologist, especially if the patient is apprehensive about the experience or in denial of having hearing loss. Of course, patience and compassion go a long way in helping your loved one on his or her hearing health journey.
Another Set of Ears
Bringing a friend to a hearing test will also help to absorb and remember all the information that the audiologist gives. The audiologist will explain the hearing test results and show and test out different hearing treatment options should it be necessary. A second party might help the patient catch more information than alone.
A Comfort and Supporter
Going to a medical professional for testing and prescribing alone can be almost intimidating, particularly if you don’t know if you need the treatment or not. Having a familiar family member or friend with you can help the patient feel calmer.
Trust the Experts at Clarity Audiology & Hearing Solutions
Need help with your hearing? Clarity Hearing can help. Clarity Audiology & Hearing Solutions is an independently owned and operated clinic that focuses on quality of care and personalized, friendly service to the surrounding areas of Ellicott City, Catonsville, Columbia. Our Doctors of Audiology are highly trained with advanced degrees and take the time to provide the personalized care and attention that you need and deserve. We provide advanced hearing aid options that are personally calibrated with cutting-edge digital technology to fit your hearing loss, your unique ear anatomy, and your individual listening needs.
You can call us today to schedule a FREE Hearing Protection Consultation at 410-698-6594! For more blog posts, news, and updates, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.