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Finding the perfect gift for someone you care about can be challenging, but when you have a loved one who wears hearing aids or who struggles with hearing loss, it's even more so, because you want the gift to be both thoughtful and practical. Thankfully, technology and innovation have made significant strides. Many companies have created wonderful hearing aid accessories that can help your loved one showcase their personality and enhance their communication options.
Many people consider hearing impaired an ableist term, framing hearing loss as a defect or abnormality.
Hard of hearing is a preferred term that describes hearing loss without implying deficiency. Inclusive language helps reduce the stigma that prevents people from seeking support that could enhance their quality of life.
When we shift our words, we normalize hearing differences, promote accessibility, and empower individuals to do what’s right for them.
Hearing aid accessories can complement devices, providing added comfort, functionality, and personalization to meet your loved one’s specific needs. From improving sound quality in challenging environments to making daily use easier, these accessories can truly transform the hearing experience. Here are gifts for the hard-of-hearing friend or family member on your list whether you're shopping for the holidays, a birthday, or any special occasion.
The most appreciated gifts often fall into three categories: Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs), Safety & Alerting Devices, and Hearing Aid Accessories & Care.
ALDs enhance hearing in specific situations where a hearing aid alone may not be sufficient, such as watching TV, making phone calls, or hearing in a noisy environment. They are especially useful gifts for those with mild to moderate hearing loss. [1]
If you are looking for ALD gift options, research:
For people with hearing loss, especially seniors living alone, missing an important sound, such as a smoke alarm or a doorbell, can be a serious safety issue. Alerting devices use visual cues (flashing lights) or tactile cues (vibrations) to communicate an important alert. [2]
These practical gifts are ideal for anyone who wears hearing aids, a bone anchored hearing aid, or a cochlear implant. They help maintain the devices and add a touch of personality.
A must-have for active people or those in humid climates.
A small electric or desiccant dryer that removes moisture and humidity, which can damage internal components.
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*Based on 2025 internal pricing analysis. Your savings may vary.
**Care package details vary by plan. Exclusions and limitations may apply. Separate care packages may be available through your provider. These care packages are not included in your Amplifon benefit and may result in additional out-of-pocket cost. Contact Amplifon (888-713-7659) for details.
Sources
1. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). “Assistive devices for people with hearing, voice, speech, or language disorders.” Retrieved from National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD).
2. Administration for Community Living (ACL). (n.d.). “Accessible alarms.” Retrieved from Administration for Community Living (ACL)
