About New Leaf Hearing Care

Colorado Audiologists & Hearing Aids

New Leaf Hearing Care

New Leaf Hearing Care is an audiology and hearing aid clinic with trusted audiologists providing professional hearing services in Arvada, CO, and Littleton, CO (formerly known as Columbine Hearing Care)

New Leaf Hearing Care was founded on a simple belief: when people hear better, they live better. Our team provides evidence-based, patient-centered hearing care that keeps people active, engaged, and connected at every stage of life.

Our providers are licensed audiologists and hearing instrument specialists who specialize in providing comprehensive hearing evaluations, tinnitus care, hearing aid fittings and verification, and long-term hearing wellness planning.

We proudly serve Littleton, Arvada, and surrounding communities with personalized care you won’t find in corporate or retail settings.

Serving Arvada, CO and Littleton, CO

Meet The Team

Dusty Jessen, Au.D.

Practice Owner & Director of Audiology

Julie Raney, M.S.

Audiologist

Lisa Marie Bell, Au.D.

Office Manager & Audiologist

Rose Young

Patient Care Coordinator

Brittany McNiel

Audiology Assistant

New Leaf Hearing Care

Our Philosophy

We view hearing health as part of your overall wellness - just like vision, heart health, and mental health. That’s why we emphasize:

Prevention and early detection
Brain and cognitive health
Communication success
Emotional well-being
Social connection and safety

Hearing loss is not just about volume, and louder is not always clearer. Proper diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up make all the difference.

Cognitive and Brain Health

When the brain receives clear sound, it stays stimulated and engaged.

Reduced risk of cognitive decline and dementia
Improved auditory processing and mental clarity
Better attention & executive function

Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being:

Communication difficulties often lead to withdrawal and emotional distress. Hearing aids and overall hearing wellness help to restore connection.

Lower rates of depression and anxiety
Reduced listening fatigue and frustration
Improved confidence and independence
Better mood and emotional regulation

Social Connection and Quality of Life

Social isolation is linked to higher mortality risk. Healthy hearing helps to keep people connected.

Increased social engagement
Improved relationships
Greater participation in work, volunteering, and hobbies
Reduced loneliness and isolation

Physical Health and Safety

Hearing plays a key role in orientation, balance, and overall safety.

Improved balance and spatial awareness
Reduced risk of falls
Better awareness of environmental sounds
Increased physical activity and mobility

Communication and Listening Health

All research shows that early and consistent use of appropriately fit hearing aids helps to keep our auditory system healthy.

Clearer speech understanding
Less effort to follow conversations
Improved performance in noise
Preservation of speech understanding over time

Overall Wellness & Longevity

Healthy hearing supports a healthy brain, strong relationships, emotional well-being, physical safety, and overall quality of life.

Supports healthy aging
Improves overall life satisfaction
Associated with lower healthcare burden
Enhances the ability to age in place safely

Appropriate and holistic treatment of hearing loss isn’t just about hearing better. It’s about living better.

More Than Just Hearing Aids

Hearing Wellness

Hearing wellness focuses on protecting and supporting your hearing system over time - not just treating hearing loss once it becomes a problem. A hearing wellness approach includes:

Regular hearing check-ups

Baseline hearing test at age 40 (earlier if concerns)
Every 3-4 years for those with normal hearing
Every 1-2 years after age 50
Annually if a hearing loss has been diagnosed
Performed by an audiologist or certified hearing instrument specialist with calibrated, professional equipment

Professional ear hygiene

Part of regular hearing wellness check-ups
Do your part at home - wash your ears when you bath or shower and dry them with a towel or tissue
Do not use Q-tips or put any small objects into your ear canals
Professional cleaning as needed

Noise protection education

Wear earplugs or earmuffs when exposed to loud noises
Custom earplugs are often more comfortable and effective
If loud noise is bothering you, it may be causing damage to your hearing

Lifestyle and nutrition guidance

A healthy diet and regular exercise:

Support blood flow to the inner ear
Support brain and auditory processing
Protect delicate hearing structures
Reduce the risk of hearing loss progression
Improve balance, energy, and overall wellness

Appropriate treatment of hearing loss and tinnitus

Communication and auditory training
Education, counseling, and follow-up
Address each patient’s unique hearing and lifestyle needs
Hearing aids must be carefully selected, properly fit, and the benefit must be verified by real ear measurements and subjective questionnaires

Referrals to our community partners as needed

Physical therapy & balance training for anyone experiencing balance concerns or at risk for falls
Certified health coaches to address diet and lifestyle goals
Social & lifestyle services designed to enhance independence & vitality
Senior care programs to guide you through life’s transitions

Our goal is to help you preserve hearing, protect brain health, stay actively engaged in your life, and feel supported every step of the way.

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Our Office Locations

New Leaf Hearing Care

Arvada, CO

Our Arvada office (formerly New Leaf Hearing Clinic) is located just off Wadsworth Blvd. (next to Old Chicago) with convenient parking and access to the building.