Hearing & Vision
Stay connected through better hearing and sight.
A large, often-underserved need: hearing aids and clinics, plus vision aids and low-vision services that keep seniors engaged and safe.
Hearing Aids
Prescription and over-the-counter hearing aids, fitted to the user's hearing and dexterity.
Typical cost: $1,000–$4,000 per ear
Hearing Clinics
Audiology clinics for hearing tests, fittings, and ongoing care — independent and manufacturer-owned.
Typical cost: Assessment often free–$100; aids $1,000–$4,000/ear
Vision Aids
Magnifiers, task lighting, and electronic readers that make reading and daily tasks possible again.
Typical cost: $20–$1,500
Low Vision Services
Low-vision optometrists and rehab specialists who maximize remaining sight and train on aids.
Typical cost: Assessment-based; varies by province
Grants & funding
Hearing aids are partly covered by some provincial programs (such as Ontario's ADP), Veterans Affairs, and private insurance; clinic assessments are often low-cost or free. Vision aids and low-vision services vary by province and insurer.
See grants & funding for home accessibility