I found out yesterday my hearing has declined significantly enough that I need to get hearing aids. I can live with that- but had a heart-stopping moment of sticker shock when the audiologist said the ball park estimate was around $4000. Insurance has a $2500 deductible.

So- anyone have experience with hearing aids? I am wondering about shopping around to get something less expensive, maybe trying Costco.

Secondly- what about wearing them on rides? Yes or no?

I probably won't get onto this until July when the new fiscal year means I have money from our flexible spending account.

Thanks for any insights.