Mention to your doctor or audiologist that you are thinking of getting used hearing aids. Is your kind of hearing problem a common one? If it is, then you will most likely benefit from used hearing aids just as much as new, customized hearing aids.

Buyer Beware When Purchasing Used Hearing Aids

You can go to online auction sites such as eBay and see who is selling their used hearing aids. You may certainly get a bargain, but keep in mind that used hearing aids might not fit your ear as comfortably as they did the original owner. You also will need to take a couple of weeks to get used to the used hearing aids. If at all possible, only buy used hearing aids that still come with instructions. If you have questions about a pair of used hearing aids on eBay, a reputable eBay seller will be happy to answer your questions before you bid.

When You Can't Afford a Hearing Aid Don't Be Too Proud To Ask For Help

There are charitable organizations that collect, sterilize and distribute used hearing aids for needy recipients. This is based on very successful eyeglasses-recycling programs that send your old glasses to someone who really needs their vision improved but can't afford to buy a pair of glasses. Contact your local chapters or the official websites of these charities and organizations to see if you qualify for used hearing aids:

- The Knights of Columbus

- The Lions Club

- Sertoma

- Kiwanis Club

- Hear Now

A hearing aid or two hearing aids are quite a large investment and most health insurance companies won't cover their cost; either will Medicare. Some hearing aids are so expensive that people can't afford them. In this case, used hearing aids may be the only way to go. If it means a better quality of life because you can hear, then I would definitely recommend used hearing aids.