Unique Holiday Ornament from HearMore: Biker Santa Signing ILY

Coming in under the category you might call “Now there’s something you don’t see every day”, this cheerful Biker Santa Ornament is perfect for the home that signs and also has a bike enthusiast.

If your home has no chimney – Santa can deliver your gifts over the open road. Santa rides into your home with his backpack full of gifts. He raises his right hand in the “ILY’ sign. His license plate also reads “ILY.” He wears a red helmet and black leather jacket. His bike is silvery-blue and sports two brown saddle bags.

The fully painted figurine measures 3 ¼” high and 3 ¼” long, and comes complete with a hook and cord for hanging right out of the box. Get the Biker Santa Christmas Ornament or view more products for the deaf and hard of hearing at www.HearMore.com

NEW at HearMore! 40dB Amplified Speakerphone with Big Braille Buttons Has Features for Low Vision and Hard of Hearing

The Big Button Caller ID Speakerphone, available at www.HearMore.com, is loaded with helpful features for the hard of hearing, the blind and those with low vision. The elderly, those in noisy environments or anyone wanting a full-featured phone with an extra volume boost that’s easy to see and use will also appreciate it.

Among its accessibility features are: Large Illuminated, Braille-Augmented Keypad; 3-Line Backlit LCD Display; Adjustable Handset Volume Control 40db; Visual Ringer; Amplified Ringer; Hearing Aid Compatible

Convenience features include: Speakerphone that works without batteries; Single Line Operation; Caller ID; 13 Station Phone Directory / Dialer; New Call Indicator; Power Failure Protection; Message Waiting Indicator and 3 Programmable One-Touch Emergency Buttons. Item# 302027. Price : $44.95.

HearMore Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

HearMore Products for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Visit www.HearMore.com and see a variety of trademark "pink ribbon" items available, including T-shirts and socks, pins and jewelry, among other items.

Dogs for the Deaf: Rescuing and Training Dogs to Serve the Deaf

I came across Dogs for the Deaf and found it interesting and worth reading. They’re a nonprofit operating out of Oregon that rescues dogs and trains them to help deaf individuals live more independently.

Their blog tells about success stories where dogs were placed in homes of those who could benefit from hearing. Before placement in the homes, the Hearing Dogs are trained to alert to everyday sounds such as a fire/smoke alarms, telephones, door knocks, doorbells, oven timers and alarm clocks.
Scroll to the bottom and read the section called “Unleashing the possibilities” which explains what they do at Dogs for the Deaf. Dogs are placed not only with deaf, but with in other special needs circumstances, as well. It’s interesting and inspiring.

Back in Time… Basic Black Retro Phone Takes You Back… Only With a Volume Boost for the Hearing Impaired

Close your eyes and imagine a basic black office phone from the 1970’s. Can you see it? This Retro Phone, now available at www.HearMore.com, will likely give you that feeling (if you’re old enough to remember the look.) Those who appreciate retro style will love it. But beyond the basic features the original version offered, this phone is outfitted with the hearing impaired in mind.

The retro look of a classic desk phone combined with great features for the hard of hearing, noisy environments, or anyone wanting a powerful 40dB handset volume and a visual ring indicator to signal incoming calls. This phone is hearing aid compatible and offers selectable ringer volume and an illuminated keypad.

Other convenience features include: 13-number memory (3 emergency one-touch plus 10 two-touch); Last number redial; Pause, flash and mute buttons. For desk use only (not wall mountable.) Black. One Year Manufacturer's Warranty.

Check out the Retro Phone or the many other choices at www.HearMore.com

HearMore Presents Bellman Audio Domino Personal Hearing System

This compact, wireless hearing enhancement system is a state-of-the-art addition to our personal hearing products. Whether you have intermittent hearing difficulties or you are already a hearing aid user, this product can make a dramatic impact on your daily life.

Consisting of a receiver and transmitter, this powerful system delivers crystal-clear stereo sound. You can control microphones in the transmitter and receiver from the receiver unit, making the microphones omnidirectional or directional to suit each situation. Use it while watching TV and the TV can remain at normal levels so others can enjoy the programs too.

Great for dinner out with the family – you won’t miss any of the table conversation! At meetings, in school, while traveling – this item enhances any listening situation.

Visit www.HearMore.com for more information.

New HearMore Products: Fire Blanket and Protective Case

Get the ultimate in fire protection! A new dense fire blanket measuring 62” X 80 “ is available at www.HearMore.com. It's made of gray heat-resistant material that's light in weight but dense and very effective. The generous size is designed to give maximum personal protection from fire and extreme heat. The cost is $49.99.

Fire Prevention Week

Fire Prevention Week is wrapping up...
Do you have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors?
Have you tested them lately?
Why not do it this weekend while it's on your mind?

MagniEar Plus Discreet Personal Amplifier: Hear What You’ve Been Missing

The MagniEar Plus Discreet Personal Amplifier is so small, no one will even notice it’s there! And it’s so lightweight and compact, you’ll forget you’re wearing it. Whether you’re in the theater, watching TV, listening to soft music, or just having a quiet conversation, you will hear loud and clear.

MagniEar Plus utilizes state of the art mini micro processor technology to maximize your natural ability to hear sound. It can be worn in the right or the left ear and comes with 3 sizes of soft tips for a perfect custom fit. Also included are a handy carry case and a BONUS PACK of 5 batteries. 90-day manufacturer's warranty.

Visit www.HearMore.com to order or to see more items for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Gallaudet University Professor Raises Awareness of Issues Facing Deaf Community

When a deaf friend comes over, Gallaudet University professor Josh Swiller said, don’t play Bob Dylan — he’s a mumbler.

Swiller, who was born hard of hearing and went deaf at age four, presented to about 40 people Monday night, (September 28th) at Northeastern University on his book “The Unheard: Memoirs of Deafness in Africa” and other issues facing the deaf community. After attending Yale and Gallaudet Universities, Swiller joined the Peace Corps. His book chronicles his two-year stay and experiences while stationed in Zambia.

Swiller’s presentation was one of four events put on by NU’s Deaf Club to promote deaf awareness.

Read the full story by Michelle Trosclair in The Daily Free Press here.

Visit www.HearMore.com to see a full range of products designed to help the deaf and hard of hearing live more active, independent lives.

This Week is Fire Prevention Week; Be Sure You Have a Working Smoke Detector

The week of October 4-10 being designated as Fire Prevention Week (and in fact this has been expanded out, with the entire month of October being called Fire Prevention Month. This is the time of year when fire departments remind us to put fresh batteries in our smoke detectors. It is particularly important for the deaf and hard of hearing to have an operational smoke detector that can effectively alert them in case of a fire. Carbon monoxide detectors are also an important safety device.

Don't have a detector? HearMore has a variety of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors available, including many models designed specifically for the deaf and hearing. Among the selection are the Kidde Combo Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarm with Strobe Light for a bright visual alert and the Silent Call Signature Series Smoke Detector with Transmitter that sends a signal to a vibrating receiver worn by the user or a vibrator placed under the pillow or mattress.

Visit www.HearMore.com to see a full range of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that are accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing.

Deaf Wrestler Matt Hamill Subject of Upcoming Film

Matt Hamill was born deaf, so his grandfather signed him up for the elementary school wrestling team to raise his self-esteem and help him fit in the hearing world.

It worked. In fact, Hamill’s career has been so compelling that a production company was on the campus of Rochester Institute of Technology Tuesday filming scenes for a movie about his life. Hamill, who grew up in Loveland, Ohio, won three NCAA Division III national wrestling championships as a student at RIT. Now he’s a professional fighter in the UFC — Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Hamill hopes the movie will serve as an inspiration to other deaf people.

See the full story by Bennett J. Loudon