For seniors and the families who look after them
Loud enough, but not clear?
Age-related hearing loss usually takes the high pitches first — the consonants that make speech clear, like s, sh, th and t. Voices still sound loud, but words blur, especially in noise.
Appa, shall we visit the temple this Sunday?
How common is hearing loss after 60?
More common than most families realise — and more worth acting on. Hearing changes slowly, so people often adapt for years before anyone names what is happening.
Why it's worth treating, not just tolerating
Untreated hearing loss does more than mute the television. It quietly pulls people back from the conversations that keep them connected — the phone call with a daughter, the chatter around a family meal — until it feels easier to stay quiet.
The 2024 Lancet Commission names hearing loss as the single largest modifiable risk factor for dementia across a lifetime.3 That is a strong reason to take it seriously.
An honest caveat: that link does not mean hearing aids are proven to prevent dementia — the evidence is not there yet. What hearing care reliably does is keep you in the conversation, which is reason enough.
Signs to watch for in a parent
- They ask people to repeat themselves, especially on the phone.
- The television goes louder than the rest of the family likes.
- They struggle to follow conversation in a noisy restaurant or gathering.
- They miss the doorbell, the kettle, or birdsong.
- They seem tired or withdrawn after being around a lot of people.
What happens at a senior hearing test
- 5 min
A gentle look in the ear
We check for wax or anything blocking the ear canal — a common and easily treated cause of muffled hearing.
- 15 min
Tones and words, at your pace
You listen for soft tones and repeat simple words through headphones. Nothing is uncomfortable, and you can pause any time.
- 10 min
Your results, explained plainly
We show your audiogram and explain it in plain Kannada or English — what you hear well, and where speech is slipping.
- Same visit
Options, only if you need them
If a hearing aid would help, you can try one on a risk-free 7-day trial. If it would not, we will tell you that too.
Can't make it to a clinic? An audiologist can run the same test at home for ₹500.
Choosing a hearing aid in your 60s, 70s and 80s
The right aid fits your hands and habits, not just your audiogram. A few things that matter more with age:
- Fingers find small buttons fiddly
- Rechargeable aids — drop them on a charger overnight, no tiny batteries to change.
- You would rather not fuss with settings
- Automatic programs that adjust themselves as you move from a quiet room to a busy street.
- You take calls from family abroad
- Bluetooth models stream calls and video straight into both ears.
- Monsoon humidity and earwax
- A good IP moisture rating, wax guards, and a drying box keep aids working through the wet months.
- Budget is a real consideration
- Capable everyday aids start from about ₹30,000 per ear, with 0% EMI available.
- One ear or two?
- If both ears have loss, two aids almost always help more — your brain uses both to place sound and follow speech in noise.
Help with the cost
Hearing aids are an investment, and there are a few ways to soften it:
- Our offers. Up to ₹25,000 off your first purchase, a free test for ages 60+, a risk-free 7-day trial, and 0% EMI plans.
- Income-tax deduction. Under Section 80U (for yourself) or 80DD (for a dependent), a certified disability can allow a deduction of ₹75,000 — or ₹1,25,000 for 80%+ disability — with Form 10-IA, under the old tax regime.4
- Government assistance. The ADIP scheme helps eligible people with the cost of aids and appliances.5 We can point you to where to apply.
This is general information, not tax advice — please confirm eligibility with a qualified advisor before relying on it.
From our older patients
After struggling with hearing loss for years, Mr Fazal and his team changed my life. The new hearing aids are so comfortable, I forget I'm wearing them.
From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and cared for. My hearing aids fit perfectly.
I recently purchased a hearing aid from Let's Hear, Koramangala, and I'm very happy with it.
Mohamed Fazal, MASLP
Senior Audiologist · RCI A57412 · 10+ years in clinical audiology. See full profile →
Questions seniors ask us
Am I too old for hearing aids?
No. People fit their first hearing aids well into their 80s and 90s. What matters is your hearing and your goals, not your age.
Is some hearing loss just normal with age?
A gradual loss of high pitches is very common after 60 — but "common" is not the same as "nothing can be done". A hearing test (free for ages 60+; periodic offers for other ages) tells you exactly where you stand.
How long does it take to get used to hearing aids?
Most people adjust over two to four weeks as the brain re-learns sounds it had been missing. We fine-tune the fitting across follow-up visits, which is why the 7-day trial matters.
Is the hearing test free for seniors?
Yes — the 30-minute test is complimentary for everyone aged 60 and above. If coming to a clinic is hard, a home visit is ₹500.
My parent refuses to get tested. What can I do?
Start gently: frame it as a quick, free check rather than a commitment, and offer to come along. A home visit often feels easier than a first clinic trip.
Sources
- World Health Organization — Deafness and hearing loss (fact sheet), 2024. Link
- World Health Organization — World Report on Hearing, 2021. Link
- Livingston G. et al. — Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2024 report of the Lancet standing Commission. Link
- Income tax deductions under Sections 80U and 80DD (disability) — Tax2win guide. Link
- ADIP Scheme — Assistance to Disabled Persons for purchase/fitting of aids and appliances, Dept. of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD). Link
Book a free test for a parent aged 60+ this week.
This guide is general information and not a substitute for a professional hearing assessment.