At Hearing by Design, we understand that hearing aid costs can add up, so we’re committed to helping you access all available funding assistance to make better hearing more affordable for you. Here’s a brief summary of what’s available:
Hearing Aid Funding Options in New Zealand
- Ministry of Health Hearing Aid Subsidy Scheme: $511.11 per aid every six years for adults with permanent hearing loss.
- Ministry of Health Hearing Aid Funding Scheme: Full coverage for eligible adults meeting specific criteria.
- ACC Funding: For work-related or sudden trauma hearing loss.
- Veterans’ Affairs: For service-related hearing loss.
- Work and Income NZ: Loans up to $1000 for beneficiaries.
Additional options
- National Foundation for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Fund
- NZ Audiological Society Hearing Aid Fund
- Vincentian Foundation grants for low-income seniors
