Hearing Aid Project

09/10/2026

Ageism in health care can have serious consequences, especially when symptoms are dismissed as “just part of getting older.” New AARP research finds that 1 in 7 adults age 50 and older say they have experienced age discrimination while seeking health care.

At the Hearing Aid Project, we believe every person deserves to have their hearing concerns taken seriously. Better hearing starts with listening—to patients, their experiences and their needs.

Ageism puts your health at risk. AARP is teaching health care workers to avoid it

09/08/2026

September is Deaf Awareness Month!

The Hearing Aid Project celebrates the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community and the many ways we connect and communicate.

For us, hearing health is about more than hearing; it’s about connection. Through donated hearing aids and the support of our generous volunteers and professional providers, we are proud to help people reconnect with the people and moments that matter most!

09/05/2026

Are younger generations in the US going deaf? Over 1 billion teenagers and young adults are at a risk.

Although this remains a multifaceted dilemma, there are indeed concrete steps, both personal and societal, that can be taken to protect the essential sense of hearing.

09/03/2026

The World Health Organization (WHO) has updated dementia prevention guidance, with hearing loss taking an even more prominent place in the conversation. WHO estimates that addressing untreated hearing loss could potentially prevent about 7% of dementia cases globally, and for the first time, conditionally recommends hearing aids may be offered to adults with hearing loss as part of efforts to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

WHO's updated dementia prevention guidance estimates that addressing untreated hearing loss could prevent approximately 7% of dementia cases globally.

09/01/2026

Many people use earbuds but wearing them all night may come with some potential downsides. A recent report highlights concerns about prolonged earbud use during sleep, including earwax buildup, irritation, ear infections and hearing risks when listening at higher volumes for extended periods.

So, if you like a little sound to help you drift off, consider giving your ears some rest too!

Emerging clinical data reveals significant auditory risks associated with the prolonged nocturnal use of noise-masking earbuds and digital audio devices.

08/28/2026

For people who have lost access to hearing care after a disaster, getting the support they need can be especially challenging. A new Gift of Sound outreach event in Hickory, North Carolina, this October will help bridge that gap by providing eligible individuals with free hearing exams, hearing aids and support services.

The Gift of Sound program offers hearing aids and support services at no cost to people who meet eligibility requirements, and who are unable to use other available resources. These requirements are designed to match hearing solutions

08/26/2026

As blockbuster movies become more immersive and often louder, are we putting our hearing at risk? CU Anschutz School of Medicine is taking a closer look at movie volume and what audiologists want us to know about noise exposure.

CU Anschutz School of Medicine audiologist discusses whether movies and other noisy experiences pose a risk, and how we can protect our ears.

08/24/2026

A big thank you to our partners at HearingLife for helping us spread the word about the Sertoma Hearing Aid Project!

Hearing loss can impact every part of life, but for many people, the cost of hearing care can be a significant barrier. Our blog highlights how the Hearing Aid Project helps connect individuals with hearing health care and hearing devices when affordability stands in the way of access.

The Hearing Aid Project is proud to work with professional provider partners to ensure quality care for its clients. Donated hearing aids from all over the country, including HearingLife clinics, are thoroughly sterilized and reconditioned before being professionally fitted.

08/19/2026

From our partners at HearingLife comes four tips for helping you manage that bothersome ringing in your ear known as tinnitus.

According to the American Tinnitus Association, over 50 million adults experience tinnitus. An estimated 20 million of those people experience tinnitus severe enough to impact their daily lives. Find out what you can do to cope.

08/17/2026

🔊 New York City is officially the noisiest city in America!

Between traffic, subways, airplanes, concerts, sports stadiums and busy streets, NYC has earned its noisy reputation. A new ranking from ReSound looked at the sound levels and sources of noise in cities across the U.S. and found the Big Apple at the top of the list.

LA, Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia, Seattle, Boston, San Francisco, Phoenix and Atlanta round out the top 10.

The decibels are high with this one