Shapiro Audiology & Hearing Aid Center By Jackie Rybeck Feature Writer
The staff at Shapiro Audiology & Hearing Aid Center is knowledgeable, compassionate and professional.
Hearing shapes what you do; it makes a significant improvement in many areas of your life, including your relationships, independence and participation in many social activities. Untreated hearing loss not only affects the hearer, but loved ones as well, with the feeling of rejection to an unanswered question or frustration with having to constantly repeat what they say.
• Do you strain to hear a conversation? • Does it seem as though people mumble? • Do loved ones complain about your hearing? If you are answering yes to these questions, you may be missing out on the little things in life; the whispers of “I love you,” partaking in conversations, or the feeling of being part of the family. Hearing aids can change your life; it is possible to discover the beauty of sound
Left to right: Carolyn Gaiero, doctor of audiology; and N. Michael Shapiro, owner/ operator. again. At the Shapiro Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, they know the importance of hearing for both you and your loved ones. The staff is knowledgeable, compassionate and professional. N. Michael Shapiro, BC-HIS, has successfully owned and operated the hearing aid center for over 40 years. He is board certif ied in Hea ring Instr ument Sciences a nd is a Licensed Hea ring A id Specia list. His passion for improving the hearing of central and southern Maine affordably and with unparalleled, professional service, is well known by the thousands of patients he has worked with over the years.
Carolyn Gaiero, Au.D., received her master’s degree in Audiolog y from Northwestern University and later obtained her doctorate in Audiolog y from the Arizona School of Health Sciences. Gaiero is certified by the American Board of Audiology and is a past president of both the Maine Academy of Audiolog y and New Hampshire Academy of Audiology. At Shapiro’s, they understand that no two experiences are alike; everyone’s hearing loss and lifestyle requirements are unique. Exceptional devices by Siemens, Oticon, Phonak and Sonic Innovations are just a few of the top name brands at Shapiro’s, giving patients a wide range of choices in lifechanging audio enhancement.
We’re here to help so that you can pay less to hear better Not only does Shapiro offer the very best hearing aid systems, they offer exceptional service and the lowest prices in northern New England, offering each patient a hearing solution that works with each individual lifestyle and budget. A l l p r i c i n g i n c l u d e s a f a c e -t o -f a c e consultation, testing and custom-fitting sessions by a certified, hearing-instrument specialist. Rechecks are also provided for free throughout the warranty period of the hearing aid. At Shapiro’s Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, they truly want your hearing enhanced while paying less. They live by the motto: The highest compliment our patients can give is the referral of family and friends.
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The Health Club & Spa: Better health and fitness for everyone By Jackie Rybeck Feature Writer / Photographer
Looking and feeling great are not the only benefits to joining the Health Club & Spa.
Are you looking for a place to work out and feel comfortable?
“It feels good to hear how a member has not only lost inches, but also eliminated medications because their blood pressure, cholesterol or sugar numbers have gone down. It’s healthier to be off meds, so why not exercise to do it?” added Fontaine. “It’s possible to even pay for your membership with the money you saved.”
Look no further than the Health Club & Spa in Lewiston. According to the owner, Lisa Fontaine, the full-service fitness center has over 11,000 square feet of sectioned areas that include: water and floor aerobics, cardio, free weights, cable/lever machines, pool, sauna, hot tub, tanning, stretching area and a punching bag.
The Health Club & Spa is member friendly and a great source of exercising the soul as well.
The Health Club & Spa offers different membership packages to accommodate everyone.
“We have it all and more for every level of fitness,” explained Fontaine. “Whether it’s to reduce pain, gain energy, lose weight, gain muscle, tone or just get out of the house.” The facility has a non-intimidating atmosphere with a membership that ranges from ages 12 to 87 and fitness levels that range from “newbies” to those training for competition.
“For example, our senior program offers a variety of different ways to help strengthen a nd increase ra nge of motion, but t he socialization is a great benefit as well,” said Fontaine. “They look forward to coming in and leave laughing and smiling. My members are awesome. No matter the age or level, they offer support and encouragement to each other.”
“You pay one fee and get it all: the pool area, workout area, classes and unlimited ta n n i ng. If you ca n’t a f ford a cer ta i n package, we offer payment plans.”
“Members join for a wide variety of reasons,” she said. “Losing weight, reducing pain, gaining f lexibility, toning, rehabilitation from either surgery or an injury and even just coming in and swim.”
The Hea lt h Club & Spa of fers dif ferent routines to satisfy everyone. “You can enjoy the pool area only, the workout area, classes or do it all,” explained Fontaine. “We offer a wide range of classes at no extra cost.”
Fonta i ne sa id, “We of fer a f ree i n it ia l workout and a four-week follow up; however, we have trainers on site if you feel you need more help.” The Health Club & Spa is located at 1977 Lisbon Road and is open 365 days a year/no matter the weather: Monday through Friday, 4:15 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information, or to see their wide range of classes, check out
www.hcslewiston.com
The Health Club & Spa of Lewiston, Maine • 1977 Lisbon Road • Lewiston, ME 04240 • (207) 782-9188 Lewiston, Maine, April 23, 2011
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