Resources in Kansas for Purchasing Hearing Aids (as of 6/13/23)
For Children:
Kansas Deaf-Blind Fund ages birth to 21 may apply for AT that enables a student participate in educational programs and activities with their non-disabled peers.
www.ksde.org or search for KS Deaf-Blind fund FAQ for details.
The Jones Foundation may provide assistance covering medical, dental, vision expenses for children up to age 21 living in Coffey, Lyon, or Osage County. Call 620-342-1714 or
www.jonesfdn.org.
Jacob’s Ride for Hearing Cochlear Implant Assistance Program may provide funding for
children under 18 years old and that qualify under extensive criteria.
www.jacobsride.org
AG Bell Parent & Infant Financial Aid Program for birth through age 3 diagnosed with a
moderately-severe to profound hearing loss, and who are in pursuit of a spoken language outcome.
www.agbell.org or email
[email protected]
Heartspring Hearing Aid Resource Fund offer up to $5,000 per children up to 21 for hearing aids dispensed by a Heartspring Audiologist, based on available funds. Other financial assistance may be included for therapies. To begin, call the Diane Ellis Pediatric Hearing Clinic in Wichita at 316-634-8710 and ask for “Scheduling” for their hearing aid resource program. Details at
www.heartspring.org.
The Hike Fund, Inc. (Hearing Improvement Kids Endowment Fund, Inc.) apps are
discontinued until Fall 2022 as of May 10, 2021, announced on website
www.thehikefund.org
For Adults:
Johnson Co, MHR Program may provide communication devices for people with hearing loss. Contact Sue Carter at 913-715-6612 or email
[email protected]
Travelers Protective Association (TPA) Hearing Trust may help fund hearing devices,
speech classes, interpreters, specialized treatments, and more. Grants are awarded quarterly: March 31st, June 30th, September 30th, and December 31st. Apply at
www.tpahq.org
Starkey Cares Neighbors in Need Program provides state-of-the-art hearing aids at no cost to those eligible, but a $300 application fee is required if you are accepted for the program. Visit
www.starkey.com/starkeycares or call 855-686-2202 to find a location near you.
Hearing Aid Project (of Hearing Charities of America) provides free refurbished hearing aids to those in need, not financial assistance for new aids. Must be within 200% of local area median poverty level, not have any other resources for funding.
www.hearingaiddonations.org/get-an-aid 816-895-2410
Mill Levy funding for Wyandotte county Hearing aids, Providence Medical Center, Eric Hyde 913-596-5143
Miracle-Ear Foundation Gift of Sound Program may provide hearing aids and hearing
support services for very low income children and adults. Income must be under 200% poverty level and a non-refundable $150 fee is required. For details go to
www.miracle-ear.com or call 877-403-8834
Help America Hear Program provides three tiers-based grants for behind the ear and receiver in canal devices and custom molds, based on financial criteria. Application fees do apply. Contact
[email protected]
Additional Resources in Kansas for Purchasing Hearing Aids
Judie Korbelik -
https://www.powerinc.org/directors
Assistive Technology Specialist – Funding Services, Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) -
www.atk.ku.edu
Topeka Independent Living Resource Center (TILRC) -
www.tilrc.org
Other Financial Resources for Purchasing Hearing Aids
These resources were compiled by the Better Hearing Institute. Each organization has different requirements for hearing aid financial assistance eligibility, including age and geographic location. Visit each of the following organization’s linked sites for more information.
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Center for Hearing and Communication - OTC Hearing Aid Info
Cerner Charitable Foundation
Easter Seals Midwest
Hearing Charities of America
Heartspring - Wichita
Miracle Ear Children’s Foundation
Sertoma International
Starkey Hearing Foundation
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