Your health and well-being matter to us, especially when it comes to staying connected to the sounds and conversations that enrich everyday life. That’s why the Transit Employees’ Health & Welfare Plan (TEHW) is excited to introduce an enhanced hearing benefit for 2026, powered by Birdsong Hearing Benefits, a nationally recognized leader in hearing healthcare.

A Trusted Partner in Hearing Care

Birdsong brings expert hearing benefit management and white-glove service to TEHW members through a nationwide network of more than 6,500 provider locations. Members receive personalized support through a dedicated phone line and an easy-to-use online portal, making high-quality hearing care more accessible than ever.

What’s Included in Your New Hearing Benefit

Effective January 1, 2026, TEHW members and eligible dependents will have access to comprehensive hearing benefits at no cost, including:

• Full coverage for hearing exams
• State-of-the-art hearing aid options, featuring the latest models, styles, and technologies
• One fully covered pair of hearing aids every 36 months

Added Value at No Extra Cost

In addition to robust coverage, members can take advantage of valuable extras that make ongoing hearing care simple and affordable:

• Six levels of advanced digital hearing devices to choose from
• 60-day risk-free trial with no return fees
• Batteries included:
  • First year: up to 48 batteries covered
  • Years two and three: 38 batteries per year, automatically mailed to your home
• Three-year repair warranty
• Three-year loss and damage coverage (one-time replacement)
• 36 months of follow-up care, including maintenance, adjustments, and fittings (all fully covered)

Getting Started Is Easy

Accessing your new hearing benefit is simple:

1. Call Birdsong Hearing Benefits at 1‑866‑252‑4621
2. Identify yourself as a TEHW member and provide the primary member’s date of birth and ZIP code
3. A Birdsong representative will answer your questions and schedule an appointment with a nearby in-network provider
4. Birdsong’s care navigation team will support you every step of the way in your hearing health journey

Hear More. Connect More. Live Better.

We encourage our membership to explore this exciting new benefit and take a proactive step toward better hearing. Improved hearing can strengthen connections, enhance communication, and support overall health.

For additional details, please contact Birdsong Hearing Benefits at 1‑866‑252‑4621.