Success stories

HMS Birmingham Serviceman Supported

HMS Birmingham Serviceman Supported

Veteran John Levey came to us looking for support due to his struggles with hearing loss. John enlisted in the navy in 1964 and was discharged in 1998. Within that time, John worked aboard the HMS Birmingham. What Caused John’s Hearing Loss? At Rosyth Dockyard, John believes that his hearing

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Veteran with hearing loss

The Impacts Of Hearing Loss

Navy veteran Mark Alland came to us due to his struggles with tinnitus and severe hearing loss. Mark served from 1979- 2003 as an aircraft engineer, working on flight decks, hangars and airfields. Even though ear defenders were provided and worn, the harsh background noise permanently damaged his hearing, resulting

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Veteran With Hearing Difficulties

Tinnitus Caused by Service In The RAF and Army

The effects of his hearing loss: Service in the armed forces can likely lead to a form of hearing loss and tinnitus, which can further lead to mental health problems. This can be caused by machine gun fire and working with explosives, this is also the case for veteran Stuart

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Veteran with hearing difficulties supported

Veterans With Hearing Difficulties Supported

Mr. Gerald Vick came to us looking for support with his hearing difficulties. A veteran, who served in the Army from 1970-1994. Gerald’s hearing problems were solved thanks to a pair of Phonak M90 hearing aids. About Gerald Gerald was an Arms Instructor, teaching recruits how to handle weaponry including

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Veteran Fitting Complete

Veteran Fitting Complete!

After Serving, Mr Craig Holland approached us in hopes of support with his hearing difficulties. Serving within the the Staffordshire regiment and the Mercian regiment, Craig developed hearing problems within his left ear. This was due to loud noises, such as heavy machinery and gunfire, extended exposure to loud noises

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veteran receiving hearing aids

Royal Navy Veteran Supported

Mr Michael George came to us looking for support with his hearing difficulties. As a veteran, previously serving within the Royal navy from 1955- 1967, we were happy to help. Michael’s journey was made possible thanks to a pair of Resound One 961 RIE’s being donated by Audio Hearing Services.

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