Trusted hearing care savings for union families
Exclusive hearing care savings for union families offering: nationwide access, virtual consultations, and convenient support services.
Save on hearing careHearing Advisors are available at 833-730-0429.
Hearing technology for how you live and listen
Your exclusive union family savings and discounts include:
- Free follow-up care for one year (up to 6 visits)
- Free charging station or 3-year supply of batteries, depending on hearing aid purchased
- 3-year manufacturer’s warranty (including loss and damage coverage)*
- Access to a nationwide network of hearing care professionals at more than 3,500 locations
- 60-day risk free trial
SoundGear: Hearing solutions for real life
Union members work and live in all kinds of noisy environments, from job sites and factory floors to workshops, and the outdoors.
SoundGear, now available through the Union Plus Hearing program with Start Hearing, helps protect your hearing from damaging noise while keeping you connected to the sounds around you.
Start your hearing journey today
Get a free hearing consultation
In less than 5 minutes, you can take our free, quick hearing test from the comfort of your own home.
Take a free online hearing screening
One of our dedicated hearing care advisors can schedule a free hearing consultation with a provider closest to you.
Schedule a hearing exam
Visit one of our 3,500 locations for a professional hearing consultation where a hearing care provider will work with you on a personalized treatment based on hearing loss, lifestyle and budget.
Experience today’s most advanced hearing technology
Today's hearing aids are small and packed with powerful technology to make sure you don't miss a beat (literally).
Save big on trusted hearing aid brands
Save hundreds on affordable, state-of-the-art hearing aid brands including: GN ReSound, Oticon, Phonak, Starkey and Signia.
Save now
FAQs
Your questions, answered.
Need help?
833-730-0429 Monday-Friday 7 am to 7 pm CST to speak with one of our hearing care advisors.
We realize that sometimes you may need help with a concern about using a Union Plus program. The Union Plus Member Advocacy Program, staffed by OPEIU Local 2 members, is here to help you resolve any problems. Contact us at 800-472-2005 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET, weekdays) or online.
Explore providers in your area
Looking for hearing care providers near you? Use our provider locator to find a location in your area.
Locate providers in your areaMore ways to save
Dental
Union Plus offers two dental discount plans, starting at just $7.95/month*. Find the plan that's right for you and your family.
Vision
Save big on eye care and eyewear with VSP® Individual Vision Plans from Union Plus.
Prescriptions
Save up to 80% on most brand name and generic drugs from more than 64,000 participating pharmacies.
*Professional service fees may apply.
Start Hearing
Start Hearing and the Start Hearing logo are registered trademarks of Starkey Laboratories, Inc. ©2026 Start Hearing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
SoundGear
©2026 Starkey Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. SoundGear logo and SoundGear Phantom are registered trademarks of Starkey Laboratories, Inc. SoundGear Shield is a trademark of Starkey Laboratories, Inc.