The Hearing People
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of NHS Sussex

As we get older our hearing can change, and that’s perfectly normal. If you think you might be experiencing hearing loss, it’s time to see our expert audiologists for your free NHS-funded hearing check. And if you do need hearing aids, you can get them for free on the NHS.

Simply get in touch with your GP and ask for a referral to
The Hearing People to book a free NHS hearing check.
Ask for a home visit

Why choose The Hearing People?

If your GP surgery is in Sussex, you can book into any of these clinics:
Heathfield Community Centre, Sheepsetting Lane, Cross In Hand, Heathfield, TN21 0XG.
Peacehaven Children & Families Centre,
Meridian Way, Peacehaven, BN10 8NF.
Hub on Rye Hill, Kiln Drive, Rye Foreign, TN31 7SQ.
Chichester Physiotherapy (Lindy Griffiths), Main Road, Bosham, Chichester, PO18 8EH.
Orchard House, Lewes Victoria Hospital, Nevill Road, Lewes,
BN7 1PE.
Hillbrow Health and Wellbeing,
1 Denton Road, Eastbourne,
BN20 7SS.
63 Queensway, Bognor Regis,
PO21 1QL.
Station Plaza Health Centre, Station Approach, Hastings, TN34 1BA.
No.109 Wellness Clinic, 109 Sea Road,
East Preston, BN16 1NX.
The Heeler Centre, Bridge House, Station Approach East, Hassocks, BN6 8HN.
NHS hearing checks are usually available really quickly and if you need NHS funded hearing aids, these can usually be fitted the same day.

If you are registered as housebound, please request our home visit service from your GP, or get in touch with us.
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Why choose The Hearing People?

Clinics local to you in Sussex
No long wait times
In most cases, we can fit your hearing aid on the same day as your hearing assessment
Latest NHS Bluetooth* technology
For a free NHS hearing test and NHS funded hearing aids, please get in touch with your GP and ask for a referral to The Hearing People

Let’s check if you’re eligible:


1. You have age-related hearing loss


2. You’re aged 55+


3. You are registered with a Sussex GP surgery


If you are unsure, please contact your GP surgery. We’re sorry, but we can only accept referrals into our service from your GP.

Book your free NHS hearing check

How do you know if you have hearing loss?

Hearing loss can come on gradually, so it’s not always clear if you’re affected by it. To help, have a look over these sentences, if they sound like you, it might be time to see
one of our expert audiologists.
  • People seem to mumble when they talk
  • You need to ask people to repeat themselves
  • Taking part in a conversation in a noisy place is difficult
  • You need to turn the TV up louder
  • You find it hard to join in group chats
  • Hearing on the phone is difficult
  • You sometimes don’t hear the doorbell

Need help? We’re all ears
If you have any questions about asking your GP for a referral, please get in touch. We can help with the process and even advise on next steps.
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You can also get in touch with our patient team directly:
0800 023 8000
nhs@thehearingpeople.co.uk

Frequently asked questions

We usually have appointments available within a few days. But please check availability with your local clinic when you book.

Once our audiologist checks your hearing, if you need hearing aids in most cases we can fit them the same day. There are times this can’t happen, for example if you need earmoulds made.

No, it’s completely free. Our audiology services are entirely funded by the NHS, so you don’t have to pay anything for your hearing aids, batteries or follow-up services.

Yes, our NHS hearing aids are Bluetooth* enabled, so you can enjoy seamless integration with digital devices for an enhanced hearing experience. You can even use an app on your phone to control your hearing aid settings like the volume and background noise reduction features.

*Connects to the latest iOS and certain android devices only. If you are unsure, please ask your audiologist to check for compatibility. You may need additional accessories for non-compatible devices.

Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring a family member or friend along to your appointment. Having a familiar voice present can be very helpful when checking your hearing.

If you need to get in touch to change your appointment date or time, please give us a call on 0800 023 8000
Contact us
0800 023 8000
nhs@thehearingpeople.co.uk
Appointment availability:
Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm


Sat-Sun: Closed
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