Hearing clinics in Manitoba

Hearing aid coverage in Manitoba

Senior Manitobans may qualify for the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program worth up to $2,000. To be eligible, you must 

• Be 65 or older
• Be a resident of Manitoba
• Have a family income below $80,000 from the previous year
• Be prescribed hearing aids by a certified hearing aid dealer licensed in Manitoba

To take advantage of this program, you will need to apply and learn if you are eligible before purchasing a hearing aid.

Children’s Hearing Aid Program

Under, the Children’s Hearing Aid Program, Manitoba Health will reimburse up to 80% of a child’s hearing aid costs up to a maximum of $1800. This applies to one device per ear every four years.

Though hearing aid repairs, batteries, lost/stolen hearing aids or other associated costs are not covered by the program, some hearing clinics offer warranty packaging that covers those additional needs for a period of time.

Additional hearing care resources in Manitoba

• Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Manitoba Chapter: works with The Lions Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides support to Manitoba residents in financial need to pay for hearing aids.
• Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB): assists Manitoba workers with occupational health and safety information for hearing health at work including wage-loss benefits, medical coverage and support for work-related injury or illness. 
• Manitoba Possible: provides support services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons including vocational rehabilitation services, counselling and language and ASL programs.

Be sure to check out these great articles as well:

• Paying for hearing aids: What's included in the price of hearing aids and FAQ's before purchasing.
• Which hearing aid is right for me? Information on today's hearing aid technology and different types and styles available on the market.
• Protecting your hearing: Learn about noise-induced hearing loss and prevention tips.