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AARP drops Center Line hearing aid provider after 99-year-old loses over $1,300
By NBC at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 11, 2026
· 4 min read
A 99-year-old Birmingham woman sounded the alarm about a local hearing aid provider after she said she went to buy a pair of hearing aids and ended up losing over $1,300 -– and still doesn’t have hearing aids. She reached out to Local 4 for help, and AARP told her they are helping to replace the ...
Key takeaway “Apparently, you called AARP and the next Friday, I got a phone call, about a quarter until 5,” Paulette Seaton, 99-year-old Dolly Seaton’s daughter-in-law, said.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The case of the 99-year-old Birmingham woman who lost over $1,300 to a Center Line hearing aid provider highlights the need for vigilance in protecting Detroit 's senior population from potential scams. As AARP works to remove the provider from its network, local residents should be aware of the risks associated with private pay arrangements and the importance of verifying a provider's credentials before making a purchase. The fact that the provider was listed with AARP's UnitedHealthcare Hearing, but still managed to take advantage of the woman, raises questions about the vetting process for providers in the network. Detroiters, particularly seniors and their families, should be cautious when seeking medical services, including hearing aids, and take steps to research and verify the legitimacy of providers before making a purchase or signing any agreements. This incident serves as a warning to the community to be proactive in protecting themselves and their loved ones from potential exploitation.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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