Hearing loss is an invisible disability. I get more respect with my walker because of the arthritis than with my hearing loss. Costco is a good company for the purchase of hearing aids due to pricing. I understand that completely. Be sure you have a thirty day or more to try your new hearing aids out and be sure to go back to if you have any problems in different venues before your purchase. It is a good idea to bring a hearing friend or relative with you when buying hearing aids.