Sometimes hearing loss is sudden, caused by a loud noise or injury. But for most of us it鈥檚 much more gradual, which makes recognizing the signs a lot more difficult.
鈥淢y family mentioned that I did not seem to be understanding or hearing them clearly,鈥� Barbara Vollet says, so she decided it was time to have her hearing checked.
鈥淚 first met Kim with Ears Hearing Clinic at the 91原创 Senior Centre to have my ears tested, and from there to her office for a more in-depth test of my hearing. She is very personable and listened to me and what I wanted to do.鈥�
Kim Galick, owner of in 91原创, says hearing is a very personal thing 鈥� some people aren鈥檛 ready to embrace hearing aids right away, and some take a long time to find the perfect fit. Hearing happens in the brain, not just in the ears, which means using hearing aids can take practice. Some people are eager to give it a try, but some of Galick鈥檚 clients get tested and don鈥檛 continue the process for months.
鈥淚 was not reluctant to wear hearing aids because I wanted to keep myself as healthy as possible, and my hearing was part of that,鈥� Vollet says.
The sound of the bathroom clock
Vollet appreciated that Kim at Ears Hearing asked her about her goals, and adapted her services to suit.
鈥淪he listened to what I wanted to do 鈥� from my perspective, I don鈥檛 believe in turning my hearing aids up and down to suit myself. I just don鈥檛 feel that鈥檚 real life. The world is naturally a noisy place and I am blessed to be a part of it now with my hearing aids,鈥� she says.
Hearing conversations and the TV more clearly certainly had a positive impact on Vollet鈥檚 life, but there were other smaller things too.
鈥淚 know it may sound silly, but the sound of the second hand on the clock in my bathroom, as well as my signal indicator in my car 鈥� incredible. It was so nice to be able to hear those things again,鈥� she says.
Book a free appointment with Ears Hearing to test your hearing and discuss your options! Call 604-427-2828 or email info@earslangley.com. There are a for different lifestyles and hearing needs, and Kim Galick can help you find the solution that鈥檚 best for you. Find Ears Hearing at in 91原创, online at and on .