Explore hearing technology options to ask about
This educational tool helps adults with hearing loss map out broad categories of technology—like hearing aids, implants, remote microphones, captions, public venue audio (including Auracast), and smartphone features— that might be reasonable to ask about with your clinicians. It does not decide candidacy or replace a medical evaluation.
Tell us where you are right now
Answer a few short sections about your hearing situation. As you go, the panel on the right suggests technology categories to ask about with your audiologist or implant team.
Section 1 (required safety screen)
Urgent Symptoms & Safety Check
Before exploring hearing technology, we must check for symptoms requiring emergency medical evaluation or specialty clearance.
Section 2 (required)
Where are you right now in your hearing journey?
Choose the situation that feels closest.
Speech Clarity & Hearing Test Scores (Optional)
If you have worn hearing aids or have your audiogram results, this helps evaluate whether a cochlear implant evaluation may be a helpful conversation. You can also review your results using our Audiogram Guide.
Section 3 (optional)
What’s hardest right now?
Pick all that apply. This helps match technology ideas to real situations.
Section 4 (optional)
What devices or supports are already in your life?
Pick all that sound familiar. “No devices yet” is exclusive.
Section 5 (required)
How ready are you to change things?
There is no “right” answer. Readiness helps shape whether the pathway leans toward exploring, fine-tuning, or bigger moves.
Tip: This tool cannot determine clinical candidacy, but it helps you enter your visit with clear questions and realistic options.
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