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TAKING CARE OF YOUR EARS AS WELL AS YOUR EYES

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It’s simple to arrange a hearing check – just give John Laverty Opticians & Hearing Care in Ballymoney a call to book your appointment. We offer free hearing checks for over 55 year olds, along with a full comprehensive hearing service. I’ll look forward to seeing you soon.

What do you enjoy about working within hearing care?

I love the opportunity my profession gives me to make real difference in people’s lives. It is a privilege to help people live life to the fullest rather than missing out on conversations and feeling isolated.

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Being an independent provider means we aren’t tied into contracts with any manufacturers, allowing a Hearing Care Professional to offer a wider range of products from all manufacturers and prescribe the most appropriate device to suit the patient’s hearing needs.

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