Community Resources
Hearing Professional Conduct and Complaints Body (HPCCB)
The HPCCB can assist with queries about ethics and complaints about hearing services, including tinnitus management, provided by audiologists and audiometrists.
Visit the HPCCB website for more information and contact details.
Hearing Services Program
The Australian Government Hearing Services Program provides subsidised high-quality hearing services and devices to eligible Australians to help manage their hearing loss and improve engagement with the community.
The program offers eligible Australians access to hearing tests, fully or partially subsidised devices, fittings, annual reviews, and other services. It has two service delivery components – the Voucher scheme and Community Service Obligations (CSO), each with different eligibility requirements and service offerings.
Information about eligibility and how to access services can be found on the program website.
Priscila Soares – Artist & Hearing Loss Advocate
Priscila Soares is a Brazilian-American artist who transforms her personal journey with hearing loss into vibrant, empowering art. Through whimsical illustrations, sculptures, and children’s books, she celebrates hearing differences and promotes hearing health awareness. Her work is widely embraced by audiologists, audiometrists and other hearing health professionals for creating welcoming, representative spaces. Visit her site to explore art that honours the beauty of diverse hearing journeys.
The Ambient Menu
The Ambient Menu is a restaurant review website, dedicated to helping diners find quieter, more hearing-friendly places to dine. Whether you’re living with hearing loss, have auditory sensitivity, or simply enjoy a more peaceful conversation over a meal, the guide makes it easy to discover venues that value sound-aware hospitality. From cafes and restaurants to fine dining and hotels, each listed venue is reviewed for its acoustic environment and communication awareness. Developed by audiologist and occupational noise assessor, the Ambient Menu also offers training and accreditation programs to help venues become more inclusive for all. Browse, search, or nominate a venue today.
