About Us
Jason Vanier, BC-HIS
Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences
As a hearing professional, Jason offers not only his hearing services and products, but also has the experience to help guide you to a life of better hearing. Jason and his staff offer a wide variety of quality products and professional services. These include hearing evaluations, hearing aid repairs, hearing aid demonstrations, and custom hearing aid fittings for all levels of hearing loss.
Beth Veasey, BC-HIS
Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences
As a hearing care professional I pride myself in taking the time to get to know my patients and what matters to them. I have been providing Hearing instruments services for the past 15 years in my local community: the same community that I have had the privelage to raise my three sons in. Being part of Family Hearing Center, I look forward to being able to continue to provide care and compassion in all the communities we serve.
Melissa Houlihan, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology
Melissa earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Nazareth University in 2009 and her Clinical Doctorate of Audiology from Northeastern University in 2013.
Dr. Houlihan was born with moderate nerve hearing loss in her left ear. She was exposed to the field of audiology by being a patient herself. Now, she loves being able to connect with people and listening to their communication difficulties. Providing someone a tangible solution (hearing aids) and seeing the positive effects it has on their quality of life is extremely rewarding. She has experience providing comprehensive hearing evaluations for patients of all ages, fitting hearing aids, assistive listening devices, and performing diagnostic balance tests for patients suffering from vertigo/disequilibrium.
Dr. Houlihan enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons. She enjoys being outdoors as often as possible and traveling to new places.
Michael Swain, HIS
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Helping patients and being a part of their successful hearing journey is the reason I chose this profession. Being a family oriented person, this line of work allows me to bring the care of my family to you. I grew up in Belmont and enjoy meeting new people within my community as well as seeing community members that I have known for many years. I love the environment Family Hearing Center offers and look forward to getting to know and serve our patients and our community.
Kevin McAlister, HIS
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Cara Towers
General Manager
Our Practice
At Family Hearing Center, we are committed to providing you the absolute best care for your hearing health possible. With our decades of experience and expertise, we can show you how being able to hear properly will have a positive impact in multiple facets of everyday life.
We strive for excellence and our reviews reflect this. We treat our patients like family because they entrust us with the care of a SENSE- and we only have five of them. We operate state-of-the-art technology in our pristine offices; to be the best, we must utilize the best resources available. Know that you and your loved ones are in good hands.
We have a wide array of diagnostic services to evaluate your hearing. From this assessment, we make a recommendation on how to improve your hearing, protect your hearing, manage your tinnitus and/or enhance your enjoyment of sound. From beginning to end you can count on us to make sure your individual needs are met and that ultimately the quality of your life is improved.
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I recently updated from traditional hearing devices to this new version. These are very comfortable and easy to use. Love them. Thank U Jason & Family Hearing Center! ?
Bob Olson
May 14, 2026The staff at Family Hearing Center is amazing. Friendly, knowledgeable and great customer service. Highly recommend!!!
Heather Mather
May 12, 2026Mike at the Laconia office was awesome, took time to explain everything and was very thorough. Highly recommend.
Donald Blaine
May 12, 2026 -
Jason and the team are amazing to work with, and really seem to care about what they do on a personal level. Can’t say enough good things
Paul Moreau
May 11, 2026I highly recommend the Family Hearing Center in Laconia. The staff is friendly, caring and professional. They are very responsive to any concerns and ensure their clients feel welcome and well taken care of.
John Lopez
April 17, 2026Great customer service!!!
Elaine Belkas
April 16, 2026 -
Mark is excellent. Very knowledgeable and explains everything so it is understandable. Top notch. Highly recommend.
David Minemyer
April 14, 2026Family Hearing is an amazing service for those who have hearing loss of any degree. Great variety of high quality products reasonably priced. They are SO helpful, accommodating, and personable. Highly recommended, and Michael is awesome (although my limited interaction with others in the group indicate he's not the only one)! Definitely worth a visit!!
Brian P.
April 13, 2026I have had expert care each visit. It is a delight coming to each appointment as I have had professional care and have always left feeling very well satisfied I would never hesitate recommending Family Hearing.
Barbara Osler
April 13, 2026 -
Hearing aids and service is fabulous. Kevin does a super job keeping my hearing aids in tip top ship. Staff is always friendly and willing help out all issues.
Donna Wheeler
April 13, 2026I’ve been coming to the Laconia office for about 2 years now. From the moment I stepped in the office I felt like I was at home. Comfortable and pretty waiting room. Super friendly staff. I didn’t think I’d be able to get hearing aids due to the cost. But Dr Vanier worked magic to help me! I have moved away from the office, but I won’t give this place up! I drive over 3 hours to get here and I’m sad when I have to leave!!
Peg Corcoran
April 13, 2026Great job!
maribeth fountain
April 13, 2026 -
Amazing Hearing Center. Mr. Varnier is so knowledgeable and assisting. You will love the entire experience!
Paula Sollazzo
April 13, 2026My wife was very satisfied with her interaction here. Her new hearing aids are awesome and have made her life a lot more comfortable! Highly recommend
Cody Pfaff
March 9, 2026Don't trust them! They sold my mother hearing aides they knew she couldn't afford and they don't even work right for her. They're not doing anything to make this right.
Kim Hook
January 27, 2026 -
Kevin McAlister gets A+ for customer service and going above and beyond to make sure my new hearing aids are exceeding my needs. Need a hearing assessment or an upgrade, I'd highly recommend Family Hearing Center.
Judy VonFeldt
November 11, 2025Kevin was excellent. Took the time to explain everything.
Everett
October 23, 2025Definitely a 5 star rating!!! I have been a client of Jason Vanier Family Hearing Center since February 2023. I highly recommended them for your hearing aid needs. Jason and all his staff are so welcoming and supportive of your needs. A professionalism that goes above and beyond to help you with you needs!!!
Lee Newcomb
August 13, 2025