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National Council on Aging logo. We believe every person deserves to age well. That’s why we’re on a path to improve the lives of 40 million older adults by 2030.

Hearing Health

Hearing loss among older adults is common, affecting 1 in 3 people between the ages of 65 and 74, and nearly half of those older than 75. Hearing loss can impact all aspects of life. Learn about your hearing, and how to recognize signs it may be changing.
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Check Your Hearing

Use Sony's free online hearing assessment to check your hearing in less than 5 minutes.

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Cognition and Seniors

As we age, it’s normal to experience some memory loss and decreased mental sharpness, but not to the point it interferes with daily life. Learn about cognitive health in older adults and how to nurture a healthy mind.

Hearing Loss Statistics

Hearing loss affects about 60.7 million Americans age 12 and older. Learn more about the causes, costs, and ways to protect your hearing.

Join our webinar to learn about the link between hearing health and balance and how hearing screenings can reduce falls risk.

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