As we get older our hearing can change, and that’s perfectly normal. If you think you might be experiencing hearing loss, it’s time to see our expert audiologists for your free NHS-funded hearing check. And if you do need hearing aids, you can get them for free on the NHS.
Simply get in touch with your GP and ask for a referral to The Hearing People to book a free NHS hearing check.
Your local hearing clinics in North Central London
If your GP surgery is in the NHS Borough of Barnet, you can book into any of these clinics:
1Hammerson House, Medical Consulting Rooms, Wohl Campus, 50A Bishops Avenue, London, N2 0BE
In most cases, we can fit your hearing aid on the same day as your hearing assessment
Latest NHS Bluetooth* technology
For a free NHS hearing test and NHS funded hearing aids, please get in touch with your GP and ask for a referral to The Hearing People
Let’s check if you’re eligible:
1. You're aged 18+
2. You are registered with a GP surgery in the NHS Borough of Barnet
If you are unsure, please contact your GP surgery. We’re sorry, but we can only accept referrals into our service from your GP.
How do you know if you have hearing loss?
Hearing loss can come on gradually, so it’s not always clear if you’re affected by it. To help, have a look over these sentences, if they sound like you, it might be time to see one of our expert audiologists.
People seem to mumble when they talk
You need to ask people to repeat themselves
Taking part in a conversation in a noisy place is difficult
You need to turn the TV up louder
You find it hard to join in group chats
Hearing on the phone is difficult
You sometimes don’t hear the doorbell
Need help? We’re all ears
If you have any questions about asking your GP for a referral, please get in touch. We can help with the process and even advise on next steps.
We usually have appointments available within a few days. But please check availability with your local clinic when you book.
Once our audiologist checks your hearing, if you need hearing aids in most cases we can fit them the same day. There are times this can’t happen, for example if you need earmoulds made.
No, it’s completely free. Our audiology services are entirely funded by the NHS, so you don’t have to pay anything for your hearing aids, batteries or follow-up services.
Yes, our NHS hearing aids are Bluetooth* enabled, so you can enjoy seamless integration with digital devices for an enhanced hearing experience. You can even use an app on your phone to control your hearing aid settings like the volume and background noise reduction features.
*Connects to the latest iOS and certain android devices only. If you are unsure, please ask your audiologist to check for compatibility. You may need additional accessories for non-compatible devices.
Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring a family member or friend along to your appointment. Having a familiar voice present can be very helpful when checking your hearing.
If you need to get in touch to change your appointment date or time, please give us a call on 0345 163 0345
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