Hearing aid upgrade at 104. No Matter Your Age—It’s Time to Prioritize Your Hearing.

Hearing health is vital at every stage of life. Just last month, Livingston had the pleasure of meeting Gwen Stroud, a remarkable 104-year-old woman. Gwen lived independently until the age of 103 and recently moved into a care home. Her reason for visiting? Her hearing aids weren’t working, and she wanted to explore an upgrade.

Her story is a testament to the importance of maintaining hearing health, regardless of age. Unfortunately, not everyone shares Gwen’s proactive approach.

The Common Attitudes Towards Hearing Loss

During consultations, we often hear:

• “My hearing isn’t bad; I can manage.”

• “I don’t know how long I’ll live, so I’d rather save the money for my kids.”

  
  

Let’s address these perspectives:

1. "Managing" Isn’t Enough

   Living with untreated hearing loss often affects not just the individual but also those around them. Family members may have to constantly repeat themselves, and TV volumes become a source of contention. This strain on communication can take a toll on relationships.

Ask yourself: Would you be content to let your loved ones bear this burden? If the answer is yes, thank you for reading this far. But if you care about making life easier for those around you—and improving your own quality of life—it’s time to consider a hearing test and the solutions available.

2. Spending on Yourself vs. Saving for Kids

   Many people hesitate to invest in hearing aids, thinking their money is better left to their children. However, if you ask most children, they’d say they’d rather you enjoy the ability to hear and engage with family for the rest of your life.

   
   

The Takeaway from Gwen

Gwen’s decision at 104 years young is a powerful reminder: hearing is an essential sense. Once it deteriorates, you can’t restore it to normal, and the longer hearing loss goes untreated, the less effective hearing aids can be.

Prioritize your hearing, not just for yourself, but for the people who matter to you.

Schedule a hearing test today with Livingstons—because life sounds better when you can truly hear it..