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Hearing

Within Wakefield there are a number of services for people who are deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or deaf-blind. You will find further information below.

Obtaining a hearing aid

Visit your GP and ask him to refer you for a hearing test. He may also refer you to the ENT Specialist for an examination. You can also ask your doctor to refer you for a hearing aid through the Choose and Book system.

This service enables GP’s to refer patients over the age of 55 to an audiologist for assessment of age related hearing loss and provision of hearing aid(s) where appropriate. This service is currently offered at twenty-one GP locations within NHS Wakefield District which means you can ‘Choose and Book’ the location and time to suit your needs.

NHS hearing aids, maintenance and battery replacement are free of charge. Lost or damaged hearing aids may incur a charge.

Last reviewed: 10/04/2015

Useful links

  • British Deaf Association
    The British Deaf Association’s primary purpose has been the status and recognition of the Deaf Community and British Sign Language (BSL) in the United Kingdom. Working with local Deaf and BSL Communities is crucial to the success of BDA campaigns and creates opportunities for Deaf people to develop, participate and contribute in wider society. The BDA is a high profile national "Deaf People's Organisation" with a strong presence throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
  • Action on Hearing Loss
    are experts in providing support for people with hearing loss and tinnitus. They provide:
    • day-to-day care for people who are deaf and have additional needs.
    • communication services and training.
    • practical advice to help people protect their hearing.
    • campaign to change public policy around hearing loss issues
    • support research into an eventual cure for hearing loss and tinnitus.
  • Royal Association for Deaf People
    provides information and advice about different information.