Patient Stories

I first realized I had a hearing issue when I found it hard to hear my family members at our house and constantly had to turn up the TV volume. Before contacting Beltone, I was concerned about the cost and, due to my memory loss, how I would remember where I put the charger.

However, everyone was very nice, friendly, and professional. Now that I wear hearing aids, I can hear much better. To anyone concerned about their hearing and considering a visit, I would say Beltone provides good service.

I first realized I had a hearing challenge when I could not hear well in a crowd with background noise. My first impression of Beltone was very positive; they were well organized, willing to listen to my story, and able to explain the science of hearing aids clearly.

Hearing aids have had a very positive impact on my life; I can now participate in conversations that I previously couldn’t hear correctly, and I no longer feel frustrated having to ask people to repeat themselves. If you’re concerned about your hearing, don’t wait any further. I wish I had contacted Beltone years earlier. They are very professional and have several offerings to meet most budgets.

My first experience with hearing challenges came when I started to have issues with one of my ears. To be sure, I decided to make an appointment because it’s better to know than wonder.

My first impression was that the staff was very friendly and helpful. Now that I wear hearing aids, my hearing has significantly improved, and I’m no longer worried about experiencing cognitive decline due to hearing loss. I would tell anyone to “make an appointment and see for yourself!” The staff care and really want to help.

I’ve had Tinnitus for several years, which unfortunately has no cure, so I decided to check my hearing to make sure everything was still good—and it is.

My first impression of Beltone was very positive; the staff was friendly and informative and made me feel at home. Although I don’t need hearing aids yet, I highly recommend Beltone for anyone concerned about their hearing to get a hearing test or aids. They are easy-peasy to work with and very accommodating!

When I first realized I had hearing loss, I was only 15 years old. I’m now 88, but back then my first thoughts were about school and how people might react to me.

Beltone came years later. I got hearing aids after the team tested my ears in the little booth. Often I had to repeat words which the tester spoke. Sometimes I got the words correct and sometimes I did not. It is not so easy but it is not difficult to do, and it’s important because the tester must make sure that your new hearing will be the right aid for you. Sometimes a person’s hearing changes with one’s age and your aid could be adjusted or maybe a more powerful one acquired.

Hearing aids have significantly impacted my life, especially as my hearing changes with age. My right ear got very weak, so now I only use an aid for my left ear. Despite my hearing not being perfect, I am happy and able to manage quite well.

To anyone who is concerned about their hearing and considering a visit, I would say, “Please make an appointment at a Beltone dealer. If needed, perhaps someone could call for you. I’m sure the person would be happy to help.”

The Beltone people are very friendly and helpful. They will explain everything and even write down things.

I first realized I had a hearing challenge when I began missing lots of words. It progressed to the point where I couldn’t hear people talking to me. Before contacting Beltone, I had no preconceived fears or concerns because I had done a lot of research and knew about the tools available, the wide acceptance, and the many locations.

Since getting hearing aids, my life has significantly improved. My wife yells at me less, the TV volume is lower, and I can hear more conversations. In short, I no longer miss out on things that were passing me by because I couldn’t hear them. To anyone concerned about their hearing and considering visiting Beltone, I would say, “Go talk to them. The conversation is free, the test is simple and easy, and you might learn something.”

When I contacted Beltone I simply wanted to hear again, and Beltone did that for me! Everyone was really nice and very understanding. Wearing hearing aids has made my life so much better. For anyone concerned about their hearing and considering a visit to Beltone, I would say, “Go for it, they are the best.”

They gave me my hearing back!

I first realized something was wrong with my ears when I started having difficulties understanding what people were saying. Instead of constantly asking people to repeat themselves, I often just pretended to hear them. My biggest concern before contacting Beltone was the cost. However, my first impressions of the clinic were very positive—they truly understood what I was experiencing. Since wearing hearing aids, I have gained more confidence in myself. If you’re concerned about your hearing and considering a visit to Beltone, my advice would be to give them a chance.

I first realized I had a hearing challenge when I could not understand my family members’ conversations. I didn’t have any preconceived fears or concerns before I visited and my first impression of Beltone was very positive! The employees are very knowledgeable and always welcoming. Since getting hearing aids, my hearing has improved dramatically. To anyone concerned about their hearing and considering a visit, I would say to give Beltone a try—they will be happy they did.

Linda recently visited the Beltone office in Shelby Township and doesn’t regret taking that first step toward better hearing.

She says, “I’m so happy I went to have my hearing checked. I knew I was having trouble hearing in one ear, but it turned out both ears had a great loss of hearing.”

Linda was thoroughly impressed with the Beltone team and the care she received. “Dr. Roy Andrews was patient in answering my questions,” she shares, “and the receptionist was so kind and cheerful.”

Following her comprehensive hearing assessment, Linda was prescribed hearing aids. “I ended up with two hearing aids and so glad I can hear again!” she enthusiastically states.

Linda hopes others will give Beltone a try, saying, “I highly recommend Beltone and Dr. Roy Andrews.”

Antoinette was becoming discouraged. Nothing seemed to relieve her tinnitus, and she found herself continuously “spending money on ‘snake oil’ products that do not work.”

Then she received an invitation from Beltone for a free video otoscope exam and hearing screening. Antoinette decided to grasp this last straw and make an appointment. “At least this was free,” she says.

Antoinette soon realized she made the right decision.

“When I arrived, I was greeted by Amber. She was very welcoming and helpful!” says Antoinette. “After a few minutes of filling out forms, I met my audiologist, Casey. He explained everything he was going to do. He asked me my concerns. I said ‘Cost.’”

Following her hearing assessment, Antoinette was prescribed a pair of hearing aids to try out. “He sent me home with some hearing aids so I could get used to them,” she shares. “At my next appointment, he told me what he could do to make my hearing aids more cost effective.”

Overall, Antoinette was very “impressed” with the care she received at Beltone. “Casey worked hard to make sure I purchased a good product at a fair price,” she concludes.

John recently had hearing aids fitted at our Sterling Heights office and was kind enough to let us know how thrilled he was with the entire process – from start to finish!

He says, “I am well satisfied with my new hearing aids. The service in getting them was excellent. The follow-up was very good too. I would highly recommend anyone to this location.”

Everyone at the office is delighted to hear this, John. This truly made our day! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Finding the right hearing care professional you can trust plays an important part in ensuring a positive better hearing journey.

Barbara knows this all too well and has found the help and support she needed from hearing specialist Vicki Harvey, who is based at Beltone Hearing’s Belleville, MI location. Following a recent appointment, Barbara provided her thoughtful feedback, which certainly made our day!

Barbara says, “V. Harvey is my hearing care practitioner. She is kind and very professional. This is about my third or fourth appointment (maybe more). I would recommend her to friends and relatives if asked.”

She continues, saying, “She is knowledgeable about her profession and very helpful. I like her. She is very friendly and funny. I am comfortable with her.”
Vicki and the Beltone team are delighted that Barbara has entrusted them with her hearing care and look forward to seeing her again soon!

Gerald visited Beltone Hearing Center in Sterling Heights, MI hoping to resolve his hearing issues.

So, what was the outcome of Gerald’s visit?

He was thrilled with the care he received and the vast improvement in his hearing!

Gerald says, “The staff is so kind. Two of the sweetest girls I’ve had the pleasure of meeting. I have not been able to hear this good in years! I will continue to recommend Beltone to people I know.”

He adds, “Thank you, Ornela and Jessica!”

You’re welcome, Gerald! Enjoy your new hearing aids, and we look forward to further supporting you in the years to come.

John wanted a hearing care provider that would support him every step of the way. However, getting to the point where he sought help took some time.

John recalls, “After being in denial of needing hearing aids for several years, my four-year-old grandson convinced me I could not hear (I forget about what my wife said). I chose your Beltone office in Shelby since it was a convenient location and was very satisfied with the services rendered.”

John was impressed with the Beltone team at his initial appointment. He says, “From the very first meeting, the staff treated me as an old friend and helped me to choose the correct device.”

More importantly, John likes how Beltone will be there for him in the future. “Follow-up visits have been very helpful in critiquing the hearing aids for my needs,” says John. “The staff encouraged me to come back anytime I had questions – it wasn’t a one-time sale and you’re out the door.”

John’s new devices have made an enormous difference to his hearing, and he is delighted with the results. “I found I had been missing a lot in life and the world around me,” he shares. “Thank you, Roy and Wendy.”

All it took was one small flyer and some motherly love. Now, not only is one person’s hearing ability drastically improved, but soon a whole family will begin their amazing journey to better hearing.

Katherine explains, “I received a mailer from Beltone in Flint. I wanted my son Alan to be tested because he had a stroke a while ago and he hasn’t been able to hear since. He is 59 years old and everyone who tested him in the past told him he is deaf, and they cannot help him.”

However, Beltone soon proved this was clearly not the case. Katherine continues, “After a thorough exam at Beltone, and as soon as Alan put hearing aids in his ears, my son started crying with happiness because he could finally hear again.

“He has never had a test like this before and he lost hope. He is so happy with the hearing aids and streaming on his phone. Alan is so excited and said it is simply unbelievable!”

During Alan’s initial appointment, Katherine had her hearing tested as well. The results revealed she also had a hearing loss and needed hearing aids. “I am over the moon happy and had no idea what I was missing,” she says, referring to her new devices.

Alan’s and Katherine’s successes have inspired more of the family to get tested. “After my husband witnessed our tests and learning more about hearing loss, balance, and other issues it causes, he is scheduled to be tested too,” says Katherine.

“I am recommending my brother to call the Howell office to get the help he needs from Peter because he struggles with his hearing too,” she adds. “I cannot explain how happy we are from Peter helping us to hear again and all the efforts from Sherry at the front desk dealing with our financing, hospitality, etc.”

Completely thrilled, Katherine concludes, “We will be recommending Beltone to everyone. We cannot say enough how much we appreciate Peter and Sherry. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! This is life changing for us all.”

When Audrey was struggling to hear her loved ones, she turned to Beltone Hearing Aid Centers for help.

Following a comprehensive hearing assessment, which resulted in a prescription for hearing aids, Audrey was on her way to reconnecting with the world around her.

She is thrilled with the results. Referring to her new devices, Audrey says, “I am delighted with my new Beltone Hearing Aids. I can hear again and most precious to me are the voices of my great-grandsons.”

Audrey hopes others will follow in her footsteps and make an appointment. She adds, “Vicki & Anita handle everything and every visit with much appreciated professionalism.”

When Lynne visited Beltone, she found everything she had hoped for in a hearing care provider.
She recalls, “My experience of hearing assessment, recommendation, and resulting use of my new hearing aids has been nothing but positive.”

During her comprehensive hearing assessment, Lynne says, “I learned so much regarding how the human ear actually works! I was not surprised at my hearing loss and feel that the analysis was offered with patience and respect.”

She was impressed with their fine attention to detail, saying, “All of my questions were answered fully. This is how a product/service based company should work.”
And to top off her positive feedback, Lynne adds, “Jay Brant rocks!”

Following his recent appointment at Beltone Hearing, Nev has only good things to say about his experience – and his kind words certainly mean the world to us!

He says, “One of the sweetest blessings was meeting you and Miss Sherri.” Nev notes that Sherri, our receptionist at our Flint location, “does a great job in that front office to set things up and work with patients like me.”

Nev shares that the Beltone team members “really make a difference and it’s appreciated by other folks like me.”

Delighted with his care, he adds, “I will not hesitate to come and see you when I need your services. Additionally, I will be more than happy to recommend you to others that require your services.”

The Beltone hearing aids have truly changed my life. I not only hear voices and sounds that I had been missing but also environmental sounds from nature that I had forgotten about – like the sound of wind.

I take my hearing aids out of the charger, brush them, and place them in my ears. No adjustments, batteries, nothing. I wear them until I go to bed; I take them out and put them in the charger. It couldn’t be easier. Thank you, Beltone!

Burton discovered he had a hearing loss following a comprehensive hearing assessment at Beltone Hearing Center.

He recalls, “I was impressed with the testing equipment!”

The end result was also pretty spectacular. With his new hearing aids, Burton notes a “definite improvement in my hearing and everyday living.”

Rating Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10, he encourages everyone with a hearing challenge to visit, simply saying, “Go for it!”

Hearing loss is often a gradual process – as it was for Steve. And while he knew he should do something about it, he put it off. He recalls, “My ego wouldn’t let me check on hearing aids.”

When he felt ready to take the first step toward better hearing, Steve chose to visit Beltone Hearing Center. He says they were “very helpful, kind, and professional.”

Rating Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10, Steve says, “Although they [hearing aids] don’t restore my hearing to natural hearing from when I was young, they’ve helped a ton.”

He encourages others, “Definitely check hearing aids out at Beltone.”

Norma realized she had a hearing problem “when I started counting how many times I said ‘huh.’”

While she knew hearing aids could potentially help her, Norma was concerned about their appearance. She recalls being “afraid you could see them because I have short hair.”

However, following her appointment at Beltone Hearing Center, Norma felt more at ease. She says, “People were super friendly and they helped me feel comfortable.”

Overall, Norma is happy with her new hearing aids. “It really is nice to be able to hear conversations,” she explains.

Norma encourages others, “Go in and talk to someone.”

For Bonnie, conversations seemed too quiet and she often needed others to repeat themselves.

She recalls, “My friends, family couldn’t seem to speak loudly enough for me!” Despite this, Bonnie says she “hated the idea of wearing ‘aids’ to hear!”

An appointment at Beltone Hearing Center soon put her reservations to rest. Bonnie was very impressed with the team who were “kind, caring, willing to help ME!”

Now, with her new hearing aids, conversations are a breeze. Bonnie says, “Finally, I can actually HEAR small talk without anyone repeating themselves!”

Bonnie gives Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10 rating.

When Phyllis found herself unable to understand conversations, she knew she had to do something about it. But she says at the time, “My biggest concern was cost, but they offer easy financing.”

Phyllis found the Beltone Hearing Center team “sincerely concerned and very friendly.” Following her appointment, she was soon on her way to better hearing.

Now, with her new hearing aids, Phyllis says, “I no longer have to ask people to repeat.”

She advises, “Go and be tested. You have nothing to lose.”

James became concerned about his hearing, thanks to the input from his friends and family. He recalls, “It was when everyone else told me I could not hear none.”

Determined to find a solution, James visited Beltone Hearing Center. “They were just very methodical in testing and setting up a demonstration for me,” he says.

Pleased with his new hearing aids, James explains, “They have made it a lot easier to converse with people and get more things done.”

Encouraging others to visit Beltone Hearing Center, he adds, “They help you make life a lot more normal.” James rates Beltone Hearing Center an outstanding 9/10.

Lem was struggling with his hearing. He says it was at the point where he “could not understand every word when people were talking to me unless I could see their lips.”

Prior to visiting Beltone Hearing Center, Lem’s main concern was that he “didn’t want people to know I was wearing them [hearing aids].”

At his appointment, Lem had his hearing comprehensively tested and a suitable pair of hearing aids was prescribed for him.

Lem describes his new hearing aids as “very comfortable,” although he admits, “I work around loud machines, so I only wear them on certain occasions.”

Rating Beltone Hearing Center a perfect 10/10, Lem encourages potential patients, “Go for it.”

When Daswell began to experience hearing challenges, his main concern was that he “wasn’t sure if a hearing aid would help me.”

Knowing that he needed to address his issue, Daswell made an appointment at his local Beltone Hearing Center. Following a comprehensive hearing assessment, hearing aids were prescribed for him. He recalls, “Everyone was friendly.”

Daswell is pleased with his new hearing aids, saying they’ve made a “world of difference” to his life. He says, “It’s nice to be able to watch TV and actually understand what is being said.”

Encouraging others to visit Beltone Hearing Center, Daswell says, “Go see if it can help. You have nothing to lose.”

Eunice’s relationship with Beltone Hearing Center began when her husband went for a hearing test.

She recalls that she wasn’t particularly concerned about her hearing “until I went with my husband for his and set up a free hearing test for myself. Have tinnitus, so asked questions about it.”

Eunice says she was “very impressed with Peter at the Howell, MI Beltone office” who assessed her hearing and recommended hearing aids for her.

According to Eunice, the hearing aids are “helping with my tinnitus.”

Giving Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10 rating, she hopes others will start their journey to better hearing with Beltone. Eunice says, “Would recommend that they go visit an audiologist.”

Henry had struggled with his hearing for many years, choosing not to seek treatment due to pride.

He says, “I was about 20 and was not prepared to have hearing aids.”

But when decades of not hearing well became too much to cope with, Henry made an appointment at Beltone Hearing Center. He had a comprehensive hearing assessment, which resulted in hearing aids.

These days, Henry embraces the sounds of the world around him. “I can hear so much that I’ve not heard in nearly 30 years,” he says. “Birds, frogs, crickets, and my wife that maybe not so much. It is an ear opening to say the least,” Henry adds.

Henry gives Beltone Hearing Center a 9/10 rating.

Despite hearing loss running in his family, Thomas opted not to get treated for a long time. He says, “Many years ago, I knew I had a problem with my grandfather and uncle having hearing issues, but I refused to do anything about it until about one year ago!”

Thomas’s appointment at Beltone Hearing Center went extremely well and he found the team very welcoming. He says, “Roy Andrews is a professional and he explained everything to my wife and me . Pat the receptionist is as good as they go. What a wonderful, compassionate lady!”

Hearing aids have certainly improved Thomas’s quality of life, making conversations much easier for him. “They eliminated the response of ‘what,’” says Thomas.

Giving Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10 rating, he encourages others, “Don’t wait as long as I did to make an appointment with Beltone.”

John remembers the moment he acknowledged his hearing needed help. “I was at work and realized my hearing was getting worse.”

Prior to his appointment at Beltone Hearing Center, he says his only concern was “that my hearing was getting worse and hoped they might be able to help.”

John was impressed with what he found. He recalls, “Everyone was so friendly and ready to help.” The results of John’s hearing assessment indicated that he would definitely benefit from hearing aids.

And now, John couldn’t be happier. He says, “They allowed me to hear almost normally again.”

John rates Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10 and hopes others will visit and get their hearing tested.

Richard learned that hearing loss isn’t all about volume; word recognition is also key.

He recalls, “While giving blood, the nurse was standing off to my side. I could hear her but did not understand anything she said.”

Faced with this realization, Richard remembers being concerned about his next steps and knowing “what was the best” option for him.

He decided to make an appointment at Beltone Hearing Center. Richard says the team was “very friendly.” Following a comprehensive hearing test, hearing aids were prescribed according to his test results and lifestyle preferences.

Happy with his decision, Richard says, “I’m not missing out, not in a corner because I can’t hear.”

When asked what he would advise to others in a similar situation, Richard encourages making an appointment. “You will not regret it,” he concludes.

When Dianne began to struggle with her hearing loss, she didn’t hesitate to seek help.

She says, “About 5 years ago, I noticed I couldn’t hear others’ conversations. That prompted me to go to Beltone.”

Upon arriving at Beltone Hearing Center, Diane recalls that she was impressed with the “nice office” and “great staff.”

However, it’s the end result of her appointment that made a huge difference to her.

Diane notes, “My hearing aids have completely changed my life. I can hear my loved ones as well as my TV, phone, etc.”

To anyone considering an appointment, she advises, “Get your hearing checked. If you need help with your hearing, you will be shocked at how better your life is with hearing aids.”

Hearing loss was rapidly turning Fay’s life upside down.

Describing the chaos, she says, “I had to keep asking people to repeat themselves. I had the TV turned up way loud, others were always complaining.”

Soon, the stress and frustration began to affect her emotionally as well. “I got to thinking it would be better living without other people around me,” she acknowledges. “That is not living my life.”

Reflecting on her situation, Fay says, “I was afraid of cost, but I knew I needed help. I should have got it a few years earlier. I wish I would have. But it’s never too late. Will help you stay younger. I don’t want to grow old.”

Visiting Beltone Hearing Center was like a breath of fresh air for Fay. She remembers, “Office staff was very friendly. Was very clean. They made you feel welcome.”

Once Fay received her new hearing aids, life started to blossom again. “Hearing aids have given me a new outlook on life. I didn’t know what I had been missing. Understanding the words of people and music, the birds and nature. Just turning on a water faucet all had different sounds,” she explains.

Fay encourages others to follow in her footsteps. She says, “Take someone you have a hard time hearing with you. The test was easy, the person with you helps out. I would go back to Beltone again. If I have a problem, they get me back in as soon as possible.

“Go for it and enjoy your life.”

Shirley’s hearing difficulties began many years ago. The problem was she wouldn’t admit it.

Then one day, things changed. Shirley recalls, “Finally, my family used the grandchildren to say I speak too loudly.”

This prompted Shirley to take action, although she was “concerned I would have trouble with my glasses that I have to wear all the time.”

Upon arriving at Beltone Hearing Center, she was impressed with what she saw. She says, “It was clean and a very friendly atmosphere, and I was greeted with kindness.”

Now, Shirley’s hearing is so much better with her new hearing aids. “I can hear my own voice and according to my family, I speak much quieter.”

Much to her relief, she has adjusted to her devices very well. “Once my hearing aids are in, I barely know they are there,” she adds.

Shirley rates Beltone Hearing Center a 10/10 and encourages others to give them a try. She says, “Please make up your mind to hear better and join in the conversations of the people around you.”

Richard was struggling with his hearing loss both physically and emotionally.

He recalls, “I felt defeated, like I did not fit in.” Upon booking an appointment at Beltone Hearing Center, he says, “I had no worries because my dad wore hearing aids also.”

Following a comprehensive hearing assessment, Richard was fitted with a pair of hearing aids. Grateful for the modern technology, he says, “I am able to hear things around me, finally.”

To anyone considering an appointment, Richard advises, “Do not put off a visit. It will change your life for the better.”