Life-Changing Access. The Future of Every Child.
Hear Me Out funds and facilitates essential cochlear implants and therapy for young children (ages 0-5) with profound hearing loss across South Africa.
Hear Me Out funds and facilitates essential cochlear implants and therapy for young children (ages 0-5) with profound hearing loss across South Africa.
Watch this short video to understand the medical necessity and life-changing impact of this technology for children in their critical developmental window.
We are focused on securing the full funding required to complete the first five life-changing implant procedures and subsequent 5-year therapy plans.
Covers the internal and external components (Nucleus 8 or equivalent). This is the largest component of the cost.
Covers the surgical team's time, theatre costs, anaesthesia, and post-operative care.
Critical long-term funding for auditory-verbal therapy, language mapping, and device maintenance.
Our promise: 100% of program funds go directly toward these three core costs.
The procedure is critical and is performed by a specialized surgical team. It involves placing the internal receiver/stimulator under the skin behind the ear and threading the electrode array into the cochlea. Our funds cover the **full cost of the surgical theater, materials, and medical expertise**.
Immediate access to sound allows the auditory nerve pathways to develop, leading to comprehension and speech.
Children gain the tools needed to enter mainstream education, unlocking literacy and academic potential.
The ability to communicate reduces isolation, fostering strong self-esteem and deep family connections.
"Seeing a child respond to sound for the first time is why we do what we do. Our focus on the 0-5 age group is strategic: it ensures the maximum return on investment for their future."
— Hear Me Out Team
Candidates **must be between 0 and 5 years old** to maximize the neuroplasticity and success of speech and language acquisition post-implantation.
The child must have confirmed **working to profound sensorineural hearing loss** and be deemed a suitable surgical candidate by certified specialists.
Families must demonstrate genuine **financial hardship** and lack of access to private funding or sufficient public funding streams.
Every contribution—whether a device, grant, or financial donation—is critical to meeting the surgical deadline for a waiting child.
Funds cover the device, surgery, and essential speech therapy. Become a monthly supporter or make a one-time gift.
For institutional partners, international development agencies, or large grant providers, let's discuss major device or funding commitments.
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