All-Inclusive Hearing Aid Plan
When you choose to purchase hearing aids at Birdsong Audiology, we include the following services with your purchase:
Development of goals for hearing treatment
Determining eligibility for third party funding (e.g. Assistive Devices Program, Workplace Safety Insurance Board, Veterans Affairs Canada, Ontario Disability Support Program, Ontario Works, Non-Insured Health Benefits)
Discussion of options for hearing aids, including styles, brands, colours, features, and technology levels
Discussion of options for assistive listening devices
One sound demonstration of hearing devices
Impressions for custom fit hearing aids
Prescription for hearing aids
Initial fitting of hearing aids at a comfortable level using real ear measurements
Follow-up appointments as you adjust to the first few months of treatment
Outcomes measures to verify that rehabilitation is meeting your treatment goals
Annual hearing screenings and hearing aid adjustments using real ear measurements for 3 years
Ongoing wax removal as required and not contraindicated for 3 years
Hearing aid supplies for 3 years
Hearing aid cleanings for 3 years
Verification that hearing aids are meeting ANSI standards as required for 3 years
Hearing Aid Pricing
Optimal Hearing Aids
+ All-Inclusive 3 Year Plan
The most intelligent devices to improve your hearing, optimized for all listening environments.
$2975* per side
OR
$1250* deposit per side
+ $55 per side/month for 3 years
Advanced Hearing Aids
+ All-Inclusive 3 Year Plan
Ideal for hearing clearly one-on-one, during phone calls, watching television, and also in small groups.
$2800* per side
OR
$1075* deposit per side
+ $55 per side/month for 3 years
Standard Hearing Aids
+ All-Inclusive 3 Year Plan
Best for one-on-one conversation, phone calls, and watching television.
$2625* per side
OR
$900* deposit per side
$55 per side/month for 3 years
Additional fee for at-home care, extended care, and custom fit.
*$500 deducted if eligible for coverage from the Assistive Devices Program
How Do Hearing Aids Look?
Additional Hearing Aid Services
Hearing Aid Adoption
Recommended for hearing aids purchased elsewhere that are still in good condition and under warranty, but you would like to transfer your hearing care to us.
Development of goals for hearing treatment
Establish baseline of current hearing aid performance
Initial fitting of hearing aids at a comfortable level using real ear measurements
Follow-up appointments as you adjust to new hearing aid settings
Wax removal as required and not contraindicated for 1 year
Hearing aid supplies for 1 year
Hearing aid cleanings for 1 year
$360 per device
Hearing Aid Sampler Session
Are you interested in experiencing how different hearing aids sound?
Experience a sound demonstration of up to 3 different hearing devices
You are encouraged to bring a loved one, your favourite music, an instrument, or any other of your favourite sounds.
You need to have completed a hearing test already for this appointment.
$90
Hearing Aid Prescription
If you are purchasing hearing aids from a hearing instrument specialist instead of an audiologist, you may need to obtain a prescription for your hearing aids.
A hearing aid prescription includes details of your hearing aids and a verification appointment to ensure that they have been set up according to your prescription.
$310
Hearing Aid Brands
Starkey
Starkey is a privately-owned hearing aid company that began in the United States in 1967. Their latest hearing aids are called Starkey Genesis AI.
ReSound
Resound is part of the GN Group. The company was founded in Denmark in 1943. Their current hearing aid lineup is ReSound Nexia.
Phonak
Phonak is part of the Sonova Group and started in 1965. Phonak headquarters are in Switzerland. Their current hearing aid lineup is Phonak Lumity.
Unitron
Unitron is part of the Sonova Group. Unitron started in Kitchener, Canada in 1964. Their latest platform of hearing aids is Unitron Vivante.
Widex
Widex is part of the WS Audiology Group. Widex was founded in Denmark in 1956. Their most current hearing aids are Widex Moment.
Signia
Signia is part of the WS Audiology Group. The company has roots dating back to 1878 in Germany. Their latest lineup of hearing aids are Signia IX.
Oticon
Oticon grew from Demant Group which was established in 1904, headquartered in Denmark. Their latest lineup of hearing aids is Oticon Intent.
Bernafon
Bernafon is part of the Demant Group. They were founded in Switzerland in 1946. Their latest hearing aids are called Bernafon Encanta.
Hearing Aid Troubleshooting
If the hearing aid is weak or dead:
Replace the battery (if it uses a battery).
Charge your hearing aids (if it uses a charger). Make sure your charger is plugged into the wall and has power.
Replace waxguard at tip of your hearing aid.
If you have a dome on the end of your hearing aid, replace it.
If the hearing aid is whistling (feedback):
Make sure your hearing aid is inserted fully into your ear.
If you’re seeing your doctor or audiologist soon, ask them to check for and remove wax in your ear.
If the hearing aid is wet:
If you have tubing on your hearing aid and you can see water droplets inside, use a blower to clear it.
Put the hearing aid into a drying jar (if you have one). If not, put the hearing aid in a bowl of rice (close the battery door) overnight.
DO NOT dry off your hearing aid with a hair dryer or in the oven.
If the hearing aid is hurting your ear or slipping out of your ear:
Schedule an appointment with us to adjust the fit.