How can I help someone with a hearing aid?

Finding and affording hearing aids can be confusing, time-consuming, and frustrating. Here are some questions and resources to help you support an individual in identifying low-cost hearing aids.

Disclaimer: We strive to keep the information on this page accurate and up to date. However, programs and requirements can change, and we may not always be aware of those changes immediately. If you notice any outdated or incorrect information, or if you have suggestions for additional resources we should include, please reach out to your community's Resources and Opportunities (R&O) manager to make them aware of the changes needed.

Ask Coaching Questions

Seek Clarity:

1. Do you currently use a hearing aid?
2. Have you been diagnosed with hearing loss by a medical professional?
3. Are you seeking help to purchase a hearing aid, or have you already purchased one?

4. Do you have health insurance that covers hearing aids or hearing care?

7. Have you applied for assistance from other programs or organizations (e.g., Medicaid, Lions Club, Hearing Aid Project)?
8. If you applied elsewhere, were you denied assistance? If so, please explain.
9. Have you contacted any community clinics or nonprofit providers for hearing aid support?

Get to the Root:

1. Have you already been evaluated for hearing loss by your medical professional?

Take Steps to Advocate

Towson University Student Clinic has a partnership with the Lions Club to provide low-cost hearing aids to individuals. You need to get testing done through your medical provider first before getting referred to the student clinic.

Connect with Resources

1. Towson University Student Clinic has a partnership with the Lions Club to provide low-cost hearing aids to individuals. You need to get testing done through your medical provider first before getting referred to the student clinic.
2. Baltimore HEARS (Johns Hopkins Cochlear Center) - Community-based model offering affordable over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid options and education, often in underserved areas.
3. Hearing and Speech Agency of Baltimore (HASA) - A nonprofit offering audiology services including hearing tests, hearing aid fittings, and assistance with Medicaid.
   • Address: 5900 Metro Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215
   • Phone: (410) 318-6780
4. Baltimore County Department of Health – Audiology Services - Offers comprehensive hearing testing and hearing aid recommendations using a sliding fee scale.
   • Phone: (410) 887-6443
5. Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) - May provide hearing aids and vocational rehabilitation services for individuals whose hearing loss affects employment.
   • Financial Assistance for the Purchase of Hearing Aids
   • Phone: (410) 554-9442