HoughAid
A Free Hearing Aid Program for Low-income Adults

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Hearing loss can affect far more than the ability to hear. It can make conversations difficult, create distance between family and friends, interfere with work and independence, and leave people feeling disconnected from the world around them.For many Oklahomans, the cost of hearing aids and professional hearing care can put help out of reach.

‍HoughAid is here to help.
‍Hough Ear Institute’s HoughAid program helps income-qualified Oklahoma adults access clinical-grade hearing aids and professional hearing care at little to no cost to the participant.

Who Qualifies for HoughAid?
HoughAid serves Oklahoma adults who:
- Are 19 years of age or older
- Have hearing loss that could benefit from hearing aids
- Meet HoughAid’s income eligibility guidelines of 200% of the Federal Poverty Level or below
- Meet the program’s other eligibility and documentation requirements

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How HoughAid Works
‍The first step is completing the HoughAid application and providing the information needed to verify eligibility.
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Once an applicant is approved, the HoughAid team works to connect the participant with appropriate hearing care. Depending on location and availability, care may be provided through one of our participating hearing professionals.
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Because HoughAid is an assistance program supported by charitable funding and community partners, availability may be limited and wait times can vary. Our team works to serve as many qualified Oklahomans as our available resources allow.

Why Hearing Matters
‍Hearing connects us to people.It lets us participate in conversations around the dinner table, understand a grandchild's story, communicate at work, hear what's happening around us, and remain engaged in our communities.
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Research has also increasingly demonstrated connections between hearing health, social isolation, healthy aging, and cognitive health.
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At Hough Ear Institute, we believe access to hearing care can change a person's quality of life. HoughAid allows us to put that belief into action for Oklahomans who might otherwise go without care.

‍Help Us Help More Oklahomans Hear
HoughAid is made possible through charitable support, community partnerships, participating hearing professionals, and people who believe that the ability to hear shouldn't be determined by someone's income.
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As support for HoughAid grows, so does our ability to connect more Oklahomans with the hearing care they need: Donate to HoughAid
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Frequently Asked Questions About HoughAid

What is HoughAid?
HoughAid is a hearing assistance program of Hough Ear Institute that helps income-qualified Oklahoma adults access clinical-grade hearing aids and professional hearing care.
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‍Who qualifies for HoughAid?
Applicants must be Oklahoma residents age 19 or older and have a household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Applicants must also meet HoughAid's other eligibility and documentation requirements.
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‍How much does HoughAid cost?
HoughAid is designed to remove cost as a barrier to hearing care for qualified participants. Hearing aids and associated care are provided at little to no cost to the participant through the support of Hough Ear Institute, participating hearing professionals, charitable funding, and community partners.
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‍What kind of hearing aids does HoughAid provide?
HoughAid provides clinical-grade hearing aids appropriate for the program and the participant's hearing needs. Hearing care professionals help ensure participants receive appropriate evaluation, fitting, and support.
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‍Do I need a hearing test before I apply?
If you already have a recent hearing test or other hearing-related documentation, you may provide it as part of the process. HoughAid will help approved participants understand the next steps for receiving appropriate hearing care.
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‍Is HoughAid available throughout Oklahoma?
HoughAid serves eligible adults across Oklahoma through a network of participating hearing professionals. Provider availability may vary by location.