Judy Dunnell, HIS is a Certified Lyric Provider and Hearing Instrument Specialist. Lyric is the world’s first and only 100% invisible, 24/7 wearable, sweat-proof, shower-proof for months-at-a-time hearing device. She is knowledgeable in the latest technology so she can help you make the choices that work for your individual hearing needs.
Anthony Malafronte, HIS
Lic. #CT495
Anthony Malafronte is a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist with a strong background in patient-centered care. Raised in Stratford, Connecticut, he developed a deep appreciation for customer service through his family’s business. He has been practicing in hearing care since 2021.
Prior to entering the hearing healthcare field, Anthony spent more than 32 years as a home healthcare administrator and has also served as a licensed emergency medical technician. His extensive experience in eldercare and emergency services informs his compassionate, attentive approach to patient care. Anthony is an active member of the International Hearing Society.
Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, fishing, traveling, and baking artisan bread.
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Read 73 verified patient reviews for HearingLife - New Milford! Their average review score is 4.92 () from 73 reviews.
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“Good overall experience helpful and flexible willing to answer questions and meet customers needs. ”
John B. of New Milford, CT 03/28/2025 Review submitted online
“Judy is the best great at what she does during her 10 hour days, She fixed my problem . We talked options and spent time just talking. She went way beyond normal , i was floored!! Try them out I've been with them for over five years. Al”
Al B. of New Milford, CT 08/30/2024 Review submitted online
“Judy is on top of everything. Works very hard to solve problems and insure the best result. I trust her.”
William B. S. of New Milford, CT 08/09/2024 Review submitted online
“Judy does a great job she is the only i will see
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robert r. of Southbury, CT 02/07/2024 Review submitted online
“This location is nothing short of amazing. I love coming here. Staff is super easy to work with and very attentive to my hearing needs.
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Brian R. of Brookfield, CT 01/09/2024 Review submitted online
“Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Service was prompt and thorough.”
Carolyn M. of New Milford, CT 08/12/2023 Review submitted online
“I’m very happy with the staff and the care I received.”
Gene C. of New Milford, CT 08/04/2023 Review submitted online
“Thorough exam - great service. Missed 1 star because it’s difficult to get an appointment. Most likely because they have so many clients! Worth the wait. ”
A Y. of South Kent, CT 08/01/2023 Review submitted online
“Judy did an in depth hearing analysis….I was showed what was available to solve my hearing issues. She was right on! I highly recommend Hearing Aid Specialists of CT!”
Jeffrey K. of Kent, CT 05/26/2023 Review submitted online
“From the moment I walked through the door, it was a positive experience. Staff was amazing and made testing comfortable. ”
Dale H. of Sherman, CT 05/04/2023 Review submitted online
“Judy Dunnell, tested my hearing and discovered a decline in my left ear due to my service as a 9/11 First Responder and made a referral for an MRI with an ENT Physician. Superb! & Many Thanks for Judy’s expertise. ”
P. F. of Southbury, CT 04/24/2023 Review submitted online
“Judy was very thorough and explained my hearing loss and options in great detail. Highly recommended. ”
Peter C. of Sherman, CT 04/07/2023 Review submitted online
“My husband and I both had our hearing tested. We were both extremely pleased with the detailed explanation of the tests, also caring attitude of everyone. They went above and beyond all expectations. ”
Alice & Ron B. of New Preston Marble Dale, CT 02/11/2020 Review received via mail
“Irene was very professional, knowledgeable and personable and a pleasure to work with. ”
Alan R. of Poughquag, NY 11/22/2019 Review received via mail
“Excellent. ”
Venkata M. of Brookfield, CT 11/01/2019 Review received via mail
“Everything was better than I would expect. Fantastic. Irene was wonderful. ”
Dan M. of New Milford, CT 11/01/2019 Review received via mail
“Judy is great! ”
Barbara F. of New Milford, CT 10/29/2019 Review received via mail
“Wonderful - could not have been better!! Seriously, Irene is a very special person and superb at her job! ”
Terry R. of Brookfield, CT 10/07/2019 Review received via mail
“Irene is excellent, as also the other people. Good listeners, very knowledgeable and friendly, and very knowledgeable doing their business. ”
Deane M. of Litchfield, CT 10/07/2019 Review received via mail
“Advice for others - come in for evaluation. Be open for change, listen!! Now that I hear well, I'm not left out. Thanks to Irene and Veralyn. ”
Russell G. of West Cornwall, CT 09/05/2019 Review received via mail
“Veralyn is one of the most professional and pleasant person I've dealt with in my long life. ”
Charles H L. of Washington, CT 08/23/2019 Review received via mail
“Irene was great to work with and very thorough. I felt I was in good, competent hands. I will recommend your company to friends and family. ”
Ron R. of New Milford, CT 08/19/2019 Review received via mail
“An exceptional experience: Susan Chin was informative, caring, thorough, helpful, unique as a specialist. ”
Trudy K. of Lakeville, CT 08/08/2019 Review received via mail
“Excellent in every way! A+++”
Harvey K. of Lakeville, CT 07/29/2019 Review received via mail
“My experience was great! Whole experience. Thank you. ”
Harvey T. of New Milford, CT 07/29/2019 Review received via mail
“Judy is always professional and we look forward to her wonderful nature. ”
Bob C. of New Milford, CT 07/08/2019 Review received via mail
“My experience was excellent. People were knowledgeable and most friendly. Highly recommend. ”
William F. of New Milford, CT 05/22/2019 Review received via mail
“Personal service is superior! ”
Donald C. of Kent, CT 02/22/2019 Review received via mail
“I like that I can listen to music, hear conversations. ”
Charles D. of Gaylordsville, CT 02/14/2019 Review received via mail
“I liked the expert guidance, warm friendly atmosphere and what turned out to be a quite simple solution to my recent awareness of insufficient hearing in same social situation!”
Barbara L C. 12/03/2018 Review received via mail
“What I like best is that I can hear! ”
Helen D. of Washington, CT 11/29/2018 Review received via mail
“I liked that I didn't have to wait. ”
Ruth B. of Goshen, CT 11/09/2018 Review received via mail
“Lovely service, nice people. ”
Collette W. of Washington Depot, CT 10/30/2018 Review received via mail
“I liked her expertise, patience. ”
James A O. of New Milford, CT 09/17/2018 Review received via mail
“The people who helped us with my husbands hearing problem were so great about everything, including the millions of questions we had. The whole experience was a relief. ”
Mary R. of Kent, CT 08/22/2018 Review received via mail
“I like being able to hear again...I am extremely hard of hearing. Before meeting Carol, I missed out on everything. I went to one of her seminars and after the meeting was over, she had me come back to the office and try a pair of aids. For the 1st time in a long, long time I was able to hear. I was so happy I cried. Thank you Carol. You and your team are the best. ”
Kimberly C. of New Milford, CT 08/22/2018 Review received via mail
“Very thorough exam. Veralyn is very patient! ”
Jay M. of Roxbury, CT 07/10/2018 Review received via mail
“My audiologist was very knowledgeable and has extensive training in all types of issues that hearing impairment poses and she actually knows sign language which is a good skill to possess. ”
Susan M. of New Milford, CT 06/20/2018 Review received via mail
“Super friendly and professional. Can't wait to be able to hear again!”
Gale C. of New Milford, CT 11/30/2017 Review received via mail
“Just fantastic! Veralyn and Judy are so helpful and professional and Lisa is extremely helpful with scheduling! ”
Mark S. of Washington, CT 11/07/2017 Review received via mail
“Just fantastic! Veralyn and Judy are so helpful and professional, and Lisa is extremely helpful with scheduling!
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Mark S. of Washington, CT 11/01/2017 Review received via mail
“This is the 3rd time I purchased hearing aids from Hearing Tech Center. Always a professional climate and excellent service. Veralyn Davee is great as always. I will recommend. ”
Alfonse C. of New Milford, CT 06/14/2017 Review received via mail
“I feel I understand how to use my new hearing aids. She explained everything to me. ”
Dolores A. of Bronx, NY 01/04/2017 Review received via mail
“I'm delighted and keep "pushing" getting hearing aids early on. ”
Helen D. of Washington, CT 12/13/2016 Review received via mail
“Thorough, excellent attention, comfortable and attention listening to me by Judy Dunnell. Good, clear explanation of how to take care of my hearing aids, encouragement and cheerful interaction. ”
Barbara C. of New Milford, CT 12/13/2016 Review received via mail
“I guess the friendliness, respect and the outstanding knowledge here is what I like best. They are very understanding and helpful. Vera Lyn is extremely helpful, patient and compassionate. Everyone here is helpful and friendly. Vera Lyn takes great effort to help you hear better and leave satisfied. ”
Abe N. of Cornwall Bridge, CT 09/28/2016 Review received via mail
“Excellent product and service, especially rapid, courteous response to any questions or adjustments. ”
Donald C. of Kent, CT 09/27/2016 Review received via mail
“I liked the friendliness and competence. ”
Margaret A. 09/21/2016 Review received via mail
“I received excellent service. Veralynn Davee is knowledgeable and an excellent specialist. ”
Saun D. of New Milford, CT 09/13/2016 Review received via mail
“My experience was fine. My husband was impossible but Judy was infinitely pleasant and patient. ”
Linda P. 08/03/2016 Review received via mail
“I liked the friendly personal service the best. ”
William M. of Ridgefield, CT 07/20/2016 Review received via mail
“My husband accompanied my mother for her first appointment and he came back with my mother and said it was very thorough and the gentleman/doctor they met with was extremely thorough and they were thrilled with him. The facility did an awesome job! I just want to tell you that the gentleman/doctor that she met with twice was awesome! Shes a senior citizen and couldn't have asked for anyone better for her to be with! ”
Virginia S. of Pawling, NY 02/09/2015 Review verified by phone
“It is so nice to hear the entire conversation instead of just certain words. I am very happy with my aid. I put it in and don't even know I have it, except that I hear much better.”
Gloria B. of New Milford, CT 09/11/2014 Review received via mail
“These people are really great! Glad I know them - really helpful.”
Carmine I. of New Milford, CT 09/08/2014 Review received via mail
“They offered suggestions / options until we found the right solution for me. The entire staff is first class!”
Albert D. of New Milford, CT 09/08/2014 Review received via mail
“Satisfied with the service. The hearing aids make a big difference in my life. It is good to know that I am not the only person with hearing help needs.”
Theresa H. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“The service my wife and I receive is always prompt and efficient.”
Dale S. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Wonderful!! I can now have meaningful conversations with my children and the TV volume is at a normal level.”
Jean B. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Testing was quick and easy. I have been bringing my mother there for years and they are always patient and kind. Good to know that my hearing so far is very good. Many thanks!”
Barbara B. of Washington, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Testing was quick and easy. I have been bringing my mother there for years and they are always patient and kind. Good to know that my hearing so far is very good. Many thanks!”
Barbara B. of Washington, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“The service is professional, informative and friendly. I recommend coming to Hearing Aid Specialists.”
Glenn S. of Barranquitas, PR 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Service is very good! Beautiful office and very friendly people. I enjoyed the experience. ”
Theresa P. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“The staff is very friendly and they are very competent. Great experience!”
Nancy S. of Brookfield, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Everything is good. First class! Very friendly, too. I would recommend them.”
Janet S. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“They are so friendly and they care. They listen to what you say. They work with you on any problem. I really look forward to my appointments. Lori & Scott are the best!”
Judy P. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Their prompt service when there is a problem with my hearing aide is very reassuring. We need to hear all the time & not wait for it!”
Bill D. of Gaylordsville, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
Mildred C. of New Milford, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Everyone there is so caring and helpful. Scott is wonderful. Laurie is wonderful.”
Linda B. of Bethel, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“They were very accommodating in helping me learn how to use, clean and preserve my new hearing aids. ”
Collette W. of Washington Depot, CT 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
“I like their good service and knowledgeable staff.”
Ray F. of Sharon, CT 08/07/2014 Review received via mail
“What I like best is the fact that I can now hear all the sounds that I have been missing and did not know it. I'm also enjoying conversation with others much better. It is a life changer. ”
Robert B. of Sherman, CT 07/09/2014 Review received via mail
“I have been using hearing aids for 4 years. The staff are very professional, trough and up to date on new tecknology. Scott has worked extensivly and patiently with me to make sure everything is right with my hearing aid. I highly recommend them.”
Jim M. of New Milford, CT 04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“They were courteous and gave good service. Knew what I was talking about.”
Mike G. of Danbury, CT 02/25/2014 Review verified by phone
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Your hearing is our expertise
HearingLife is a national hearing care company and part of the Demant Group, a global leader in hearing healthcare built on a heritage of care, health, and innovation since 1904. HearingLife operates over 650 hearing care centers across 42 states. We follow a scientific, results-oriented approach to hearing healthcare that is provided by highly skilled and caring professionals. Our vision is to help more people hear better through life-changing hearing health delivered by the best personalized care.
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Hearing care services
HearingLife offers state-of-the-art testing equipment and the latest technology in hearing aids and devices. Our products and services include:
Hearing tests
Hearing evaluations - recommendations
Hearing aid sales and repairs
Hearing aid fittings
Hearing aid accessories
Product demonstrations
Assistive listening devices
Hearing aid batteries
Contact us for a complete list of all services provided at this location.
Amenities
Convenient parking
Assistive listening devices
Tinnitus
Hours of operation
Sunday
Closed
Monday
9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday
9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday
9 am - 5 pm
Thursday
9 am - 5 pm
Friday
9 am - 5 pm
Saturday
Closed
Evening and/or weekend hours available by appointment. Please call to schedule.