CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – Beltone has launched its third annual Hear for the Holidays campaign, an initiative designed to help individuals with hearing loss reconnect with loved ones during the holiday season. Through December 31, people can nominate themselves or someone they know to receive a free pair of hearing aids from participating Beltone hearing centers across the United States.
Recipients will receive Beltone hearing aids provided by the Beltone Hearing Care Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization focused on improving access to hearing care. Over the past decade, the foundation has donated more than 8,300 hearing aids at no cost, including over 1,250 hearing aids distributed during last year’s Hear for the Holidays campaign.
“When people can hear clearly, they can engage fully. Our goal is to make that level of connection more accessible in this highly social season, whether it’s hearing a grandchild’s laughter or being in on the punchline at the dinner table. Hearing aids help restore not only sound, but confidence and clarity.”
–David Molella, President of Beltone North America
The initiative follows Beltone’s Hear2End Hunger Food Drive in September, which collected more than 14,600 non-perishable food items for food banks nationwide. Together, these programs reflect Beltone’s long-standing commitment to community impact and its 85-year history of advancing hearing health.
According to the Hearing Loss Association of America, nearly 50 million Americans live with some degree of hearing loss. Beltone’s Hear for the Holidays campaign highlights the importance of hearing health during the season of family gatherings, shared stories, and celebrations.
The Role of Hearing Health During the Holidays
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Improved Connections: Clear hearing supports fuller participation in conversations and social gatherings.
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Holistic Health Benefits: Prioritizing hearing health can reduce risks linked to dementia, falls, strained relationships, and healthcare costs.
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Emotional Well-Being: Enhanced hearing increases confidence in social settings and reduces listening fatigue.
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Safety & Awareness: Better hearing supports situational awareness and helps individuals stay alert in busy environments.
To qualify, nominees must submit an online nomination form, complete a complimentary hearing screening at a participating Beltone location, and have a minimum hearing loss of 25 decibels. More information is available at Beltone.com.
About Beltone
Recognized by Newsweek and USA TODAY as one of America’s Best Hearing Retailers and named among Forbes’ Best Employers, Beltone has been a trusted hearing care provider for more than 85 years. With approximately 1,200 locations across the U.S., Beltone delivers personalized hearing solutions through trained hearing care professionals. As part of the GN Group, Beltone continues to focus on patient-centered innovation and professional collaboration.
Source: Beltone
