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ADDITIONAL Funding RESOURCES

The Funding Tool Kit (Link)

Parent Funding ToolkitThe Funding Tool Kit is a 27 page document which compiles information about available funding for hearing aids and other services.  This Full document is too large to include in this Resource Guide, however it can be downloaded on our web site at by clicking here. 0.5mb

Sections in the Parent Funding Toolkit include:

  • Instructions on creating a HEARING LOSS PORTFOLIO;
  • Finding information about PRIVATE FUNDING SOURCES FOR HEARING AIDS, (excerpted in this resource guide on page ###) including HELPFUL HINTS WHEN APPLYING TO A PRIVATE FUNDING;
  • Other HEARING AID FUNDING FOR COLORADO CHILDREN, including  CHILDREN WHO ARE ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICAID, CHILD HEALTH PLAN      PLUS (CHP+); 
  • Information about the HEARING AID LOANER BANK. 
  • Useful information about NAVIGATING HEALTH INSURANCE, the laws that regulate health insurance, what your RIGHTS are regarding health insurance, and information about the APPEALS process.

Testimony from a parent:

“Two of my three children are hard of hearing and wear hearing aids. Much to our surprise, their first sets of hearing aids were paid for by our insurance company. However, both children have a progressive hearing loss and within a few years needed better hearing aids; luckily technology had improved. Our insurance carrier changed and the new company did not pay for hearing aids. Two years in a row we had to secure funding for new digital hearing aids. The process seemed a little overwhelming at first, but once I sat down and filled out the applications, it wasn't so bad. Many applications ask for the same information and need the same documentation. Yes, it took some time, and money was received from different organizations, but we did receive help. It was well worth the effort. The second time around was easier because I knew ahead of time what I needed for the applications; I had copies of documents ready and a stack of business size envelopes to mail the applications. Do not assume your income will disqualify you from funding; many of the funding sources do not make their decisions based on income alone. Good luck!!”

Click to see a complete listing of funding resources for all ages, birth - 21.

 

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