At Bellbird Hearing, we offer a free hearing screening to help you quickly and easily check your hearing health.
A hearing screen is simple, non-invasive, and designed to give you a clear indication of whether your hearing is within a normal range or if further testing may be needed.
This service is free for all clients aged 18 and over and is available at both our Christchurch and Timaru clinics.
A free hearing screening is a quick check of your hearing ability. It is not a full diagnostic test, but it can help identify early signs of hearing loss.
During your appointment, we will:
The appointment is quick, comfortable, and designed to give you an initial understanding of your hearing health.
A hearing screening is a great starting point if:
If your screening results suggest hearing loss, we can arrange a full diagnostic hearing assessment for a more detailed investigation.
If you already have concerns about your hearing or ear health, we usually recommend booking a full hearing test instead of a screening.
Hearing loss often develops gradually, which means many people don’t notice changes until communication becomes difficult.
Regular hearing checks can:
In New Zealand, around one in three people over the age of 65 experience hearing loss. The good news is that early detection and management can make a significant difference.
We recommend having your hearing checked every one to two years.
If your free hearing screen indicates a possible hearing loss, we can book you in for a full diagnostic hearing assessment to investigate further.
This allows us to better understand the type and degree of hearing loss and discuss suitable treatment options, including hearing aids if appropriate.
If you prefer, you can also complete an online hearing screening from home. This can be a helpful first step before booking an in-clinic appointment.
However, an in-person screening provides a more accurate clinical overview of your hearing health.
We provide free hearing screenings at both our Christchurch and Timaru clinics.