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Age-Related Hearing Loss support in Hurstville, NSW

Find age-related hearing loss support in Hurstville, NSW

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49 providers compared · Reviewed by MD Home Care Team · Updated 8 May 2026

For age-related hearing loss

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What people with Age-Related Hearing Loss in Hurstville usually need help with

Age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis, affects the majority of older Australians and can lead to communication difficulties, social isolation, and reduced quality of life. Home care services through a Home Care Package or the Support at Home program can fund support worker assistance, communication aids, and allied health services to help people manage the effects of hearing loss at home. Addressing hearing loss early and with appropriate support can significantly improve social connection and safety.

For sensory conditions, the strongest local comparison is whether providers can solve practical access issues in the area: communication method fit, travel and orientation support, assistive technology setup, and workers with real sensory-specific skills rather than broad disability branding.

What people usually compare locally

  • • Availability of support workers with Auslan, tactile signing, or vision support skills locally
  • • Access to assistive technology assessments and specialist sensory services in the area
  • • Whether the provider connects with local sensory organisations (Guide Dogs, Deaf services)
  • • Experience adapting home environments and daily routines for sensory loss
Communication support Assistive technology assessment Occupational therapy Social support visits Support worker assistance Psychology and counselling Home modifications

Services and providers to compare first in Hurstville

For age-related sensory loss, assistive technology and daily living support are usually the first services to compare. Start with providers whose staff understand how to work with hearing or vision loss in everyday settings. Use the service links below to pressure-test provider fit, not just to browse every option in the area.

Best Age-Related Hearing Loss Support providers near me

Showing 10 of 49 providers·How we rank

Muslim Care

Hurstville, NSW

Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Transport

1

Muslim Care is a dedicated NDIS provider proudly serving the Hurstville community and surrounding areas in New South Wales. As a registered NDIS provider, they are committed to delivering high-quality disability support services.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage15 groups

Help On Wheels

Hurstville, NSW and 2 others

Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Transport

2

Australian Nursing and Training Services is a leading registered NDIS provider proudly serving Hurstville and the wider NSW community. They offer comprehensive disability support services designed to empower NDIS participants to live fulfilling lives.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage14 groups
Availability Open now · 9AM-5PM

Advance Diversity Services - Hurstville

Hurstville, NSW

Specialises in Transport · Personal Care · Support Workers

3

Advance Diversity Services - Hurstville is a proud, registered NDIS provider dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in Hurstville, NSW, and the surrounding areas. Their team is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to enhance the lives of NDIS participants.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage4 groups
Availability Open now · 9AM-5PM
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Bassett

Hurstville, NSW and 1 other

Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Social Support

4

Bassett is a trusted, registered NDIS provider dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in Hurstville and the surrounding NSW communities. Their experienced team offers comprehensive NDIS services designed to empower participants and enhance their quality of life.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage6 groups
Availability Open now · 8AM-5PM

WeCare Wellness Services

Hurstville, NSW and 1 other

Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Transport

5

WeCare Wellness Services is a registered Aged Care Provider proudly serving the Hurstville community and surrounding areas in NSW. They are dedicated to supporting clients with Home Care Packages (HCP), Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) services, and DVA clients, offering comprehensive and compassionate elderly care.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage11 groups
Availability Open now · 8AM-5PM

Shangri-La Nursing Home

Hurstville, NSW and 1 other

Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Nursing

6

They are dedicated to delivering high-quality disability support services to individuals in Hurstville and surrounding areas.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage2 groups
Availability Open now · 12AM-11PM
Trusted provider
Verified by methodology

NitPlans Care Services

Hurstville, NSW and 52 others

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Support coordination

7

As a committed NDIS provider, NitPlans Care Services focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centred disability support.

Median response time3 hours
Trusted provider
Verified by methodology

Care Steps Australia

Hurstville, NSW and 51 others

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation

8

They understand the unique needs of the local community and are committed to delivering person-centred disability support services across the suburb. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life for NDIS participants through compassionate and professional care, right here in Hurstville.

How we verified this provider

Median response time14 hours
NDIS coverage11 groups
Trusted provider
Verified by methodology

Allied Ability Support

Hurstville, NSW and 86 others

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport

9

Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Hurstville, the provider focuses on fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life through person-centred care.

How we verified this provider

Median response time1 hour
NDIS coverage7 groups
Trusted provider
Verified by methodology

Elly Kare Services (EKS)

Hurstville, NSW and 21 others

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation

10

Elly Kare Services (EKS) is a dedicated NDIS provider extending its comprehensive disability support services to the vibrant community of Hurstville, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, EKS aims to empower participants in Hurstville to live fulfilling and independent lives. The provider offers a wide array of NDIS-funded supports tailored to enhance daily living, community engagement, and overall well-being.

How we verified this provider

Median response time11 minutes
NDIS coverage9 groups
Availability Open now · 9AM-5PM

How we rank providers

Rankings in Hurstville are based on real outcomes between providers and families on our platform. They are recalculated daily and cannot be purchased or influenced by advertising.

  • Outcomes with families. We measure what happens after a family contacts a provider. Providers where families report positive outcomes rank higher. Multiple signals are weighted across a rolling window.
  • Service match. Providers are ranked by how closely their registered services and capabilities match what you are searching for.
  • Registration and compliance. NDIS registered and government-approved aged care providers are weighted for meeting quality and safeguards standards.
  • Local presence. Providers confirmed in Hurstville rank above those covering only the broader region.

What does "Trusted" mean? The Trusted badge is awarded to providers with a consistent record of positive outcomes with families on our platform. It is based on multiple behavioural signals and family feedback, and it cannot be purchased.

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providers in Hurstville

26,261

providers nationally

About Hurstville, NSW

Population

29,822

Median household income

$25,116 p.a.

Local government area

Georges River (Area)

Providers listed

49

Hurstville sits within the Georges River (Area) local government area in NSW. Providers serving this area often cover surrounding suburbs in the same LGA, so it is worth checking neighbouring areas if you cannot find an exact match.

How providers are verified

Every provider listed is cross-checked against the official Australian registers before appearing here. This is separate from the Trusted badge, which reflects platform outcomes.

NDIS register cross-check

Every NDIS-registered provider listed is verified against the NDIS Commission register. Registration numbers and approved support groups are pulled from the official register, not self-declared.

Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission

Aged care approval status

Aged care approved status reflects the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care approved provider list, including service types and category groups.

Source: Department of Health and Aged Care

ABN verification

Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.

Source: Australian Business Register

Complaints process

If you have a concern about any provider, you can lodge a complaint with the NDIS Commission or the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at any time. We also accept complaints via our own channel.

Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care Commission

Care Services Available in Hurstville

Provider counts by service type in Hurstville

* Services commonly accessed for this condition

What happens after you request support in Hurstville

1. Clarify the communication need

Work out whether the main barrier is hearing, vision, or both, and what communication methods or assistive technology the person already uses or wants to learn.

2. Compare sensory-specialist providers

Look for providers whose staff have direct experience with the relevant sensory condition. Compare AT assessment capability, communication skills, and connections to specialist organisations.

3. Test practical fit

Ask whether support workers can communicate in the person's preferred method, how AT setup and training is handled, and whether the provider has worked with similar sensory profiles before.

For aged care, confirm whether the provider has staff experienced with hearing or vision loss in older adults, and whether they can coordinate with audiologists, optometrists, or specialist sensory services.

Hurstville at a glance

Nearest hospital

St George Hospital

Public transport

T4 Eastern Suburbs Line

Pharmacies

Chemist Warehouse Hurstville • Priceline Pharmacy Westfield

Community support

Georges River Council seniors programs • Chinese Australian Services Society

Major commercial hub for St George area. Large Chinese community. Growing elderly population in apartments.

CBD is generally flat. Westfield is accessible. Station has lift access.

Postcode: 2220

Frequently Asked Questions

What home care services help older people with hearing loss in Hurstville?
Older Australians with hearing loss in Hurstville can access occupational therapy for assistive technology assessments, support workers to assist with communication and daily tasks, and social support visits to reduce isolation through a Home Care Package or the Support at Home program. MD Home Care connects people in Southern Sydney with providers who understand the everyday challenges of age-related hearing loss.
Can a Home Care Package cover hearing aids or assistive technology in Hurstville?
A Home Care Package may fund some hearing assistive technology such as amplified telephones, doorbell alerts, and television amplifiers, though hearing aids themselves are generally funded through the Hearing Services Program for eligible older Australians. An occupational therapist in Hurstville can assess which aids are most appropriate for your needs. MD Home Care connects people in Southern Sydney with OT providers who can assist with these assessments.
How can I reduce social isolation caused by hearing loss in Hurstville?
Social support visits and community access services funded through a Home Care Package or the Support at Home program can help older people in Hurstville stay connected despite hearing difficulties, through regular home visits, group activities with hearing loop access, and support to attend community events. MD Home Care connects people in Southern Sydney with social support providers who can accommodate hearing impairment.
What home modifications help older people with hearing loss stay safe in Hurstville?
An occupational therapist in Hurstville can recommend home modifications and devices such as visual smoke alarms, vibrating doorbell systems, flashing light alerts, and clear visual cues throughout the home to improve safety for people with hearing loss. These modifications may be funded through a Home Care Package or the Support at Home program. MD Home Care connects people in Southern Sydney with OT and home modification services.
Can aged care funding cover hearing support technology and services in Hurstville?
A Home Care Package or the Support at Home program can fund a range of hearing support services in Hurstville, including audiologist home visits, hearing loop installation, amplified telephones, and visual alert systems for doorbells and smoke alarms. Eligibility for these programs is assessed through My Aged Care, separate from the federal Government Hearing Services Program which funds hearing aids. MD Home Care connects people in Southern Sydney with hearing support and assistive technology providers.

Understanding Age-Related Hearing Loss and Presbycusis

Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) is the most common sensory deficit in older Australians, affecting approximately one-third of people over 65 and half of those over 75. It typically develops gradually, affecting high-frequency sounds first, which means speech understanding (particularly in noisy environments) deteriorates before the person realises the extent of their hearing loss. Untreated hearing loss is associated with increased risk of cognitive decline, dementia, depression, social isolation, and falls. Despite effective treatments being available (hearing aids, assistive listening devices), many older Australians delay seeking help for an average of 7-10 years after first noticing difficulties. The Australian Government's Hearing Services Program provides subsidised hearing services and devices for eligible people over 65. For those with more complex support needs, My Aged Care provides access to Home Care Packages.

How age-related hearing loss affects daily life

Age-related hearing loss affects daily life through difficulty understanding speech (especially in groups, restaurants, and on the phone), missing doorbells and alarms, turning up the television volume, and withdrawing from social situations. Conversations become tiring because the person must concentrate intensely to fill in the gaps. Background noise makes understanding nearly impossible. Medical appointments become harder to follow, which affects health management. Social isolation is the most serious secondary effect: many older people with hearing loss stop attending social activities, family gatherings, and community groups because they can no longer follow conversations comfortably. This isolation contributes to depression, cognitive decline, and reduced quality of life.

What to look for in a provider

Good hearing loss providers for older Australians start with a proper audiological assessment and do not assume that hearing aids alone will solve the problem. Ask whether they can help with hearing aid management (many older Australians struggle with the small batteries and settings), whether they offer communication strategies training for both the person and their family, and whether they know about alerting devices for smoke alarms and doorbells. Red flags include providers who only recommend hearing aids without addressing communication strategies, who do not consider the person's dexterity when recommending devices, or who are unaware of the Hearing Services Program.

How to access funding

For older Australians, hearing loss support is accessed through the Hearing Services Program (which provides subsidised hearing assessments and devices for people over 65 with a pensioner concession card) and My Aged Care (1800 200 422). Home Care Packages can fund additional support including communication devices, support workers, and social activities. The Commonwealth Home Support Programme provides lower-level support. An audiologist provides the initial assessment and device recommendation.

Funding and costs for age-related hearing loss support in Hurstville

Lower

$9,500

per year

Typical

$17,000

per year

Higher

$37,500

per year

Home Care Package budgets range from ~$9,500/yr (Level 1) to ~$37,500/yr (Level 3). Hearing loss alone typically requires Level 1-2. When combined with social isolation, depression, or other conditions, Level 2-3 may be needed.

Hearing aids cost $0-$500 per ear through the Hearing Services Program for eligible pensioners. Private hearing aids cost $2,000-$8,000+ per pair. Alerting devices cost $50-$500.

Figures are indicative and based on the current NDIS Price Guide and published Home Care Package rates. Actual costs depend on your plan, provider, and location.

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