Hearpeers is a global community created for people with hearing implants and non-surgical hearing devices, as well as for those considering them.
It also supports family members, friends, and anyone wanting to better understand life with a hearing implant/device.
Through Hearpeers, families can:
- Connect with hearing implant/device recipients from around the world.
- Learn about hearing loss and different hearing solutions.
- Hear first-hand experiences from people living with hearing implants and hearing devices.
It’s a supportive, welcoming space for information, reassurance, and shared experience.
About the Hearpeers Parent Mentors
Hearpeers Parent Mentors are parents who have been through the hearing implant journey with their own children. They understand the questions, emotions, and decisions involved and are available to offer free, one‑to‑one peer support.
Parent Mentors can share:
- Insights from their own child’s hearing journey.
- Practical tips for navigating assessments, surgery, activation, and everyday life with a hearing device.
- Answers to non‑medical questions based on lived experience.
All Mentors are trained and provide individual support at no cost, with no obligation or commitment required.
Find Out More
The Hearpeers Community offers a safe and friendly environment where families can connect, learn, and feel understood.
Through the community, you can:
- Chat privately with trained Mentors
- Ask questions and share your story
- Meet others who truly understand the challenges and milestones of the hearing journey
Learn more by visiting the website or scanning the QR code:https://hearpeers.medel.com/en_gb
Talk to a Hearpeers Mentor
If you have questions about life with a hearing implant or device, Hearpeers Mentors are available for private, supportive conversations through a secure online messenger service.
Whether you’re just starting to explore hearing implants/device for your child or are already on the journey, Mentors are there to listen and share their experience.
Connect with a Mentor here or scan the QR code:
https://hearpeers.medel.com/en/find-support/connect-with-a-mentor
Live Webinars
Hearpeers also runs monthly live webinars, covering a wide range of topics. Topics include everything from Mentors talking openly about their personal journeys and everyday life with a hearing implant, music, travel, product use, communication and rehabilitation tips and more.
These sessions are a great way to learn from real experiences, ask questions, and feel supported.
Upcoming events can be found here or scan the QR code: https://hearpeers.medel.com/en_gb/events
Catch Up on Past Webinars
If you can’t attend live, you can request recordings of previous Hearpeers webinars and watch them whenever suits you.
Recordings can be requested here or scan the QR code:
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