When was the last time you saw a deaf or hearing impaired student getting excited to see the audiologist? It’s actually a common occurrence, says Leslie Searchfield and her crew, audiologists for KDEC. “That’s mainly due to the stickers,” she explained. Customising hearing aids with brightly coloured earmoulds and bling has become all the rage. Along with lots of fun and funky sticker options, KDEC’s audiology services are available at no charge on the Archibald site and include:
· full diagnostic hearing evaluation for the children aged nine months through to adult
· Hearing aid selection, fitting and management
· FM selection, application for funding, fitting and follow-up
· Students who utilise hearing aid and FM technology are also visited at school about once a term to ensure their equipment is working well
· Free batteries for all children and youth using hearing aids from Taupo to Cape Reinga
An audiologist is also available to answer questions or concerns about the hearing loss and hearing aids. Contact Leslie Searchfield at Phone (09) 8274859 or email: leslies@kdec.school.nz
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