Hearing Loss & Loved Ones: FAQs to Help You Understand and Support

In Australia, hearing loss is recognised as a disability due to its significant impact on communication and daily activities. This recognition ensures that individuals receive the necessary support and resources to manage their condition effectively. Hearing loss can range from mild to profound, affecting one's ability to hear sounds and understand speech. This can lead to social isolation, difficulties in the workplace, and challenges in educational settings. By acknowledging hearing loss as a disability, Australia aims to provide comprehensive support, including access to hearing aids, therapy, and other assistive technologies.

Yes, people with hearing impairments may drive without informing DVLA of their physical condition. However, if the vehicle used is a bus, coach or lorry, they are obliged to inform DVLA by filling in the AUD1 form.

Each device will be customised to suit your needs by a fully qualified clinician using state-of-the-art fitting equipment.

We only employ hearing healthcare professionals who are members of Approved Professional Bodies (APBs). At Amplifon, our audiologists and audiometrists are members of Audiology Australia, the Australian College of Audiology or the Hearing Aid Audiometrist Society of Australia, which are recognised bodies of the Hearing Services Program (HSP) and state-based workers compensation authorities. Every one of our clinicians, as members of APBs, are subject to a strict Code of Conduct.

No, Amplifon is Australia's largest independent hearing service provider and is not owned by a hearing aid manufacturer. We provide unbiased advice on the best hearing loss treatments to suit your lifestyle, hearing loss condition and budget.