Thursday, Feb. 16th marked the first day of service for the new Miracle-Ear Service Center at the Sikeston Rural Health Clinic. The office, now under new management, will be staffed by National Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist Kyle R. Griffin of Cape Girardeau.

The Sikeston center brings authorized Miracle-Ear hearing aids to the local area. Miracle-Ear hearing aid users can receive free cleaning and services, annual hearing tests, free programming of Miracle-Ear Hearing Aids and free Hearing Assessments for those with questions about hearing difficulty. The Miracle-Ear franchise, owned by Lisa and Ken Swindford and Joyce Hill-Cooley, currently services offices in Cape Girardeau, Farmington, and Perryville.

SIGNS OF HEARING LOSS ARE OFTEN MISTAKEN FOR OTHER MEDICAL, SOCIAL PROBLEMS AT ALL AGES

Originally posted on January 13, 2012

Hearing loss in teenagers is on the rise, and recent reports about the increase in hearing problems among teenagers serve as a reminder that one can experience difficulty hearing at any age. Early hearing loss treatment is key to minimizing long-term impact for children, teens and seniors alike. However, hearing loss symptoms may vary greatly between different age groups, and it is helpful to know what to look for if you suspect a loved one has hearing loss.

Miracle-Ear®, the nation’s leading hearing solutions provider, has once again been identified as a top 25 World-Class Franchise by the Franchise Research Institute. This recognition follows their recent World-Class Franchise® certification from the Franchise Research Institute® and FranSurvey®.

The Franchise Research Institute’s list of 25 World-Class Franchises is based upon the results of independent, third party research of each organization’s franchise owners. Through confidentially surveying entrepreneurs, the Franchise Research Institute is able to obtain honest feedback to measure the excellence of the franchisor.