Asking people to repeat themselves
Asking people to repeat themselves is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
UNDERSTAND CHANGES IN YOUR HEARING
Hearing Loss Assessment at Home
If conversations, television or everyday sounds are becoming less clear, a professional home assessment can help you understand your current hearing and decide what to do next.
✓ Professional home visits✓ Results explained clearly✓ Support for families and carers✓ Selected Midlands locations
Have You Noticed Any of These Changes?
Turning television louder
Turning television louder is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Struggling in restaurants or groups
Struggling in restaurants or groups is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Missing doorbells or telephone calls
Missing doorbells or telephone calls is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Speech sounding muffled
Speech sounding muffled is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
One ear seeming clearer
One ear seeming clearer is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Feeling tired after conversations
Feeling tired after conversations is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Withdrawing from social situations
Withdrawing from social situations is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
WHY ASSESSMENT MATTERS
Hearing Difficulty Can Have Different Causes
Earwax, noise exposure, age-related change and ear-health concerns can affect hearing differently. Only an appropriate professional assessment can indicate whether medical investigation is necessary.
- ✓ Symptoms discussed in context
- ✓ Ears checked where appropriate
- ✓ Hearing responses measured
- ✓ Results explained without pressure
YOUR JOURNEY01 02 03 04 05
From Your Concerns to a Clearer Next Step
Discuss symptoms
Tell us when the change began.
Examine the ears
Check for visible obstruction or concern.
Assess hearing
Complete suitable hearing checks.
Review results
Understand the findings in plain language.
Discuss options
Consider monitoring, referral or support.
Hearing Is About More Than Test Results
Family conversations
Family conversations is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Telephone and video calls
Telephone and video calls is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Work and meetings
Work and meetings is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Television and music
Television and music is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Social events
Social events is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
Safety and environmental sounds
Safety and environmental sounds is considered when it is relevant to your symptoms and the confirmed appointment scope.
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URGENT GUIDANCE
Sudden Changes Need Medical Advice
Seek urgent medical advice through your GP or NHS 111 for sudden hearing loss, hearing worsening over days or weeks, or hearing loss with earache or discharge.
HOME VISITS ACROSS THE MIDLANDS
Find your location →Check Hearing-Test Availability Near You
Share your postcode and we will confirm whether this service is active in your area.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Clear Answers Before You Book
Practical information about this appointment.
How do I know if I have hearing loss?+
Everyday signs can suggest a change, but an assessment is needed to understand your current hearing.
Can earwax affect hearing?+
Yes, significant wax can affect hearing and may also obstruct an ear examination.
Will I need hearing aids?+
Not necessarily. Next steps depend on the findings, your needs and whether medical investigation is appropriate.
Can family attend?+
Yes. A relative or carer may attend if you wish.
READY TO UNDERSTAND YOUR HEARING?
Arrange a Professional Home Hearing Assessment
We will confirm availability, explain the price and tell you how to prepare before the appointment.