Hearing (Deafness)
Covers moderate to severe hearing loss that affects communication even with the best correction.
Detailed Information
Who may qualify?
You may qualify if you have moderate to severe hearing loss that affects communication, even with the use of hearing aids.
Examples
- Hearing loss affecting both ears or one ear severely
- Cochlear implant users
- Children with diagnosed hearing loss
- Conditions such as chronic otitis media, sensorineural loss, or congenital hearing loss
How it affects daily life
Difficulty hearing conversations, following speech in quiet settings, or participating socially without assistance.
This information is provided for educational and tax-related purposes only and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
