#1

An elderly friend is limited to travel and has a audiologist nearby who advertises Lyric hearing aids. The newspaper ad (in this Sunday’s NY Times, Metropolitan section, p. 5) says “Lyric can. by Phonak.” I do not know what this means. Does anyone have any information about Lyric? A phone call to the place elicits the information that they also represent other companies including Phonak, Oticon, etc. Unfortunately, this friend has Miracle Aid hearing aids, is having a problem with them, and the company no longer is in my friend’s area. So she cannot get any replacements for her hearings aids when needed.

#2

If your friend hasn’t seen an ENT in a while, start there first and perhaps they can refer you to a good audiologist. You can also ask around and see what audiologists other people are using and have your friend go to one that is recommended; the audiologist advertising for the Lyric is basically fishing for clients and the Lyric does not come cheap and has to be replaced several times a year. Another place to try is Costco or Sam’s Club. Miracle Ear basically uses re-branded hearing aids and has a lot of people fitting HA’s who are more interested in selling you hearing aids than getting your friend hearing better. Good luck.