Hi Julie - we chatted during the summer & fall about trying to get my husband to wear his hearing aids/get them adjusted/replace them. They were 4 years old, and in my opinion had never fit or worked properly.

First we went to our Dr of Audiology for comprehensive hearing tests for both of us, as he was convinced the problem is mine. She confirmed that he has moderately severe hearing loss, and that mine is declining slightly, but not enough for aids.

She presented a wide variety of choices, including returning to the dealer to try to get the old aids comfortable & functional. That failed - twice. I suggested trying Costco - but nope, he wanted to be in charge of this decision. He chose Sam's because we need a place with easy nationwide service, and they have a 90 day return policy.

The audiology tech fitted him with one Bluetooth enabled Lucid aid, he came home and after 24 hours he liked it so much he went back and got the second. He is comfortable with the stock earpieces, but she was not sure it was the best fit, so custom molds come this week.

The first test - dinner guests last night. He was able to fully participate in the conversation for the first time in 2-3 years. We are happy. They new aids will get a "workout" this week with 3 family gatherings, including a few high decibel people and small children.

So I will say to those of you resisting your first aids - get a complete hearing test from a doctor of audiology, then find the aids that work for you and fit your budget - his pair cost a total of $2200. His insurance will pay half.

Life is better with the volume turned down on the TV, and conversation is now possible without "What?"
Sue

PS When the audiologist, who wants to see me annually, tells me it is time for help, I will get my own aids, I promise.
Sue