TV Ears introduces exclusive network of Certified Hearing Centers

Press Release

SAN DIEGO – April 4, 2011 – TV Ears, a manufacturer of doctor-recommended TV listening solutions, announced today its exclusive network of Certified Hearing Centers that will direct interested customers to hearing professionals in their neighborhood.

Participating hearing professionals receive direct referrals as well as digital displays with real-time marketing content and in-store product displays for their waiting room.

“Each year, we introduce more than 300,000 individuals to TV Ears. While our products help these people hear the television more clearly, they may need assistance with related issues, but often don’t know where to go,” said George Dennis, Founder and CEO of TV Ears. “Once a customer enlists our help, we work to make quality introductions with one of our Certified Hearing Centers based on their location. The goal is to increase business for those hearing professionals and provide them with lifelong customers.”

According to the Hearing Industry Association, U.S. hearing instrument sales, outside of the Veterans Administration, increased only by less than one percent in 2010. In an effort to drive bigger sales for its partners, TV Ears believes this exclusive network will drive more potential customers into audiologist and hearing aid offices. The total hardware for waiting rooms alone is valued at more than $2,000, more than six times the price of the monthly program fee, and includes a TV Ears TV, Media player, TV Ears Headset System, TV Ears Wireless Speaker and a ClearSounds Quattro Bluetooth Neckloop. The Hearing News Network will be the featured program on the TV Ears set, and  can be effectively used for in-house marketing and training while also acting as an information center for staff and patients. In addition, TV Ears is working on packaging affordable total hearing solution kits at very attractive price points to empower hearing professionals in their network to offer unmatched savings and value to their current customers as well as the prospects sent to them under the Certified Hearing Center program.

“Often times, our customers come to us initially not requiring a hearing aid, but in need of some assisted listening device that help them enjoy their TV viewing experience better. As they get older, however, their hearing needs change. We want to help provide those folks with the best way to find affordable, quality solutions,” said Dennis. “That’s where the Certified Hearing Centers come into play. We’re really excited about this new partnership and have already received a great deal of interest.”

Hearing Professionals can reserve their exclusive zip code as a TV Ears Certified Hearing Center to take advantage of the marketing support, special solution package pricing and direct referrals by calling 888-883-3277.

About TV Ears

TV Ears manufactures doctor recommended TV listening solutions that have helped more than 1 million people hear the television clearly and once again enjoy what they are watching, bringing families back together and returning tranquility to the home. The company acquires more customers with hearing loss each year than any of its competitors and has been acknowledged as one of the Fastest Growing Companies in America three years running. The Company combines consistent growth with innovative quality products and an increasingly loyal and expanding base of satisfied customers. For more information, visit www.TVEars.com.

© 2011 by TV Ears, Inc. All rights reserved.

Purchase from TV Ears, Win a TV Ears TV! February Winner Announced

In addition to contests being held on TV Ear’s Facebook and Twitter Pages, TV Ears will be giving away a TV Ears 32” 1080i HDTV, a $795 value, every month for a limited time to a customer who purchases directly from TV Ears.

TV Ears is pleased to announced the winner of our February drawing:

Congratulations to Ted Emel, who will receive his very own TV Ears TV!*

At TV Ears, we truly appreciate your business. We are committed to making quality listening devices that enhance your everyday life. We are continuously learning from your feedback and enjoy engaging in conversation with you, whether it be on the phone or via this blog, email, Facebook, or Twitter.

When you make a purchase from TV Ears, you will not only be entered to win a TV Ears TV, but you will also receive the following:

1. Free 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
2. Free & Easy Warranty Service
3. Free Lifetime Service Plan ($19.95 value)
4. Free Unlimited Tech Support ($19.95 value)
5. Free Discount Email offers (up to 50% off) ]

To view all of our TV Ears products, visit www.tvears.com.

*See email for details on how to redeem your prize.

TV Ears partners with San Diego Senior Games Association

Press Release

SAN DIEGO – March 30, 2011 – TV Ears, a manufacturer of doctor-recommended TV listening solutions, announced today its partnership with the San Diego Senior Games Association as the title sponsor for the 2011 events.

The company made a $25,000 donation to help promote the upcoming North County Games in April and the San Diego Senior Olympics Games in September for the “50 and over” community.

“TV Ears has been searching for an organization to get involved with that promotes healthy lifestyles and the San Diego Senior Games Association couldn’t be a better fit for us,” said George Dennis, Founder and CEO of TV Ears. “It’s very important for individuals to remain active through physical fitness programs as they get older. It’s not only a good lifestyle choice, but this organization has made it possible to still have fun and be competitive after 50. We’re ecstatic to be associated with such a great cause here in San Diego and we’re looking forward to helping increase participation!”

The San Diego Senior Game Association will host the Second Annual North County Games the last two weeks in April and first two weeks in May that will include 14 sporting events. The organizations largest event, the San Diego Senior Olympics, will take place in September and offers local and visiting teams the opportunity to register for 29 different individual and team activities.  The top three winners in each five-year age bracket in every sport will win medals and each participant will receive an official Games t-shirt. The top three winners in each sport will qualify for the California Senior Olympics and the chance to compete for a spot in the National Senior Olympics to be held in Cleveland in 2013.

“We were extremely thankful by the generous donation from TV Ears and it’s evident that they have a real desire to help raise awareness and place a great emphasis on maintaining healthy lifestyles,” said Dick Enberg, Chairperson for the San Diego Senior Games. “It’s these types of partnerships that really allow our organization to thrive and get the word out. We couldn’t be more excited to have them as part of our team!”

For more information or to enter the North County and San Diego Games, please visit www.sdseniorgames.org.

© 2011 by TV Ears, Inc. All rights reserved.

5 Blogs We Love: Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss, & Being Deaf

We love reading stories by individuals’ with any degree of hearing loss. When we read a blog that inspires us, we know that there are others out there in need who are reading and being inspired as well.

Today we’d like to share 5 of our favorite blogs with you, and say thank you to those individuals who have shared their story:

1. Speak Up Librarian

This blog is about a librarian who became deaf as an adult. You can read her story and check out her recommended reading list, among other things. Most recently her blog has expanded beyond her journey with hearing loss because, as she says, “I’ve found that life goes on after hearing loss.”

2. Hearing Sparks

Written by a 23-year-old who was diagnosed with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss in both ears at the age of 4, this blog explores some interesting (and humorous) scientific topics that revolve around hearing loss. Another great list of recommended reads as well.

3. I look so I can hear…

Named one of the Top 100 Deaf Blogs, this is the story of a profoundly deaf woman with speech who has cochlear implants.  Her story is honest, touching, and serves her purpose –  “to pass on my knowledge to make the hearing journey easier for other people.”

4. Eh? What? Huh?

This is an extremely creative blog (great pictures, great posts) by an itinerant teacher of deaf and hard of hearing students.  Great videos, how tos, and opportunities to donate your gently used hearing aids.

5. Deaf Read

A collection of deaf blogs and vlogs, this is a great site to visit if you want to read some good blogs or if you have a blog you’d like to submit to the community.

What blogs inspire you?

And the winner of a TV Ears Wireless Speaker is…

 

Congratulations Ronnie!

Congratulations go to Ronnie Head, winner of our March sweepstakes and the owner of a new TV Ears Wireless Speaker!

This past month TV Ears held a sweepstakes for a free TV Ears Wireless Speaker. Individuals were able to enter by visiting the TV Ears Facebook page and TV Ears on Twitter. The winner, Ronnie Head, was selected at random.

We asked entrants what device they would use their TV Ears Wireless Speaker with if they were to win. 70% told us they would use their Wireless Speaker with their TV, 3% said their iPod, and 1% said their stereo. 26% said they would use their speaker with some combination of these. Thank you to all who entered!

Check back soon for more TV Ears giveaways or follow us on Twitter and Facebook for your chance to win! Previous prizes include TV Ears TVs and a TV Ears Professional.