I think a better option might be to ensure that easy and affordable access to all the 'other things' that go along with hearing aids is available. I'm not sure

I think a better option might be to ensure that easy and affordable access to all the 'other things' that go along with hearing aids is available. I'm not sure if it's just as simple as 'throw in a device'. I'm wary that inappropriate use and maintenance could have negative health effects. Sometimes even the most very basic counselling has quite an effect. Perhaps we should create a nursing/paramedic level specialization for this and allow those people to offer such services.