Adult Cochlear Implants Support Group

Hearing loss can affect how a person communicates, connects with others, and goes about daily life. For some adults, a cochlear implant may be an option when hearing aids are not helpful. The decision to consider, receive, or live with a cochlear implant can feel overwhelming, and many patients and families have questions, concerns, or mixed emotions along the way.

The SGH Hearing and Balance Centre was created to provide a safe and supportive space, designed to bring people together who are on a similar hearing journey.

The aim of our support group is to help members feel less alone and more confident by connecting with others who understand what they are going through. By sharing experiences and offering mutual encouragement, participants can gain reassurance, practical insights, and emotional support as they navigate the cochlear implant process together.

Who this is for

• Adults who may be cochlear implant candidates, who are currently following up at Singapore General Hospital (SGH)
• Adults who are already using cochlear implants
• Family members and caregivers supporting someone with a cochlear implant

How members of the adult cochlear implant support group can benefit

• Peer support, where participants share personal experiences, challenges, and coping strategies
• Encouragement from others who are at different stages of the cochlear implant journey, helping to reduce uncertainty and anxiety
• A small, intimate group setting that allows for open conversation and meaningful connections

This group is facilitated by the SGH Hearing and Balance Centre team, supported by audiologists and therapists, who are familiar with the care journey of cochlear implant patients. Their role is to guide discussions and ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all participants.

Participation in the support group focuses on sharing and mutual support rather than medical treatment. Sessions are usually held on Saturday mornings, designed to help members feel heard, understood, and empowered through connection with others who have similar lived experiences.