Ask your audiologist...
Dr. Tia Flynn | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 11 years, 10 months AGO
My father-in-law is low income and needs some hearing aids. Do you know of a discount program that could help him?
I named my office Affordable Hearing Aids for a reason. I will find the best aid(s) that my patients can afford. Right now, I have a few pairs of gently used demonstration aids that I can let go for about half the price of new. These aids still have a good warranty, so they will go fast!
This is the best "discount" program I have to offer. About once a year, when most of the manufacturers introduce their new products, I can part with my demos to acquire some new ones. Not all hearing aids offices do this, but it doesn't hurt to ask.
If your father-in-law or someone else in need doesn't mind "gently used," they should contact me as soon as possible.
Dr. Tia Flynn is a certified audiologist and has been in business for over 14 years. Every Tuesday morning from 9 a.m. to noon, Dr. Flynn provides free hearing screenings at 1601 Third St. in Coeur d'Alene. (208) 664-2767. Visit www.affordablehearinginc.com for a free copy of the consumers guide to hearing aids and watch helpful videos.
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