As you know, there are people in the United States with hearing loss unable to purchase hearing aids due to their limited income. To address this need, Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) and Rexton, Inc. are offering two digital hearing aids through Lions hearing programs and Lions clubs.  The purpose of this message is to promote awareness of this program to community minded audiologists like yourself should the Lions approach you for assistance. 

The program is rooted in the desire for Lions and audiologists to serve low-income people with hearing loss.  The Lions act as a conduit between audiologists and recipients.  Typically, the audiologist is asked to test the patient, make ear molds, program the hearing aids and provide follow-up visits. The audiologist and Lions club agree on the charges for services, which are paid by either by the Lions club or other sources. (Eligibility for the program is limited to people at up to 200% above the federal poverty level).

Information about the aids offered by the program can be found on the Lions Clubs International website at www.lcif.org.  Click on “Grants and Programs”.  Please note that aids are shipped directly to the audiologist after they are manufactured by Rexton. 

http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/lcif_grants_programs.shtml

LCIF is in the beginning phases of introducing Lions AHAP, so Lions clubs in your area may or may not be participating. To contact a club, go to www.lionsclubs.org, click on the “club locator” tool found on the left navigation of the screen, and answer the questions. You may wish to contact a club president or talk with a Lion before one of the meetings. The pilot program is only available in the United States.

LCIF provides grant funding to Lions for large-scale humanitarian projects too extensive for Lions to finance on their own. LCIF is the charitable arm of Lions Clubs International, the largest service club organization in the world. LCIF aids Lions in making a greater impact in their local communities, as well as around the world.

For over 50 years, Rexton has provided hearing health professionals with innovative and intelligent solutions for improved hearing. As a leading force in the industry, Rexton provides a full line of hearing instrument products to fit almost all types of hearing losses.

Sincerely,

Jimmy Ross

Chairperson, Lions Clubs International Foundation