Because Hearing Is About More Than Sound.

Serving individuals and families throughout Southern Vermont with mobile hearing care, hearing technology, and communication accessibility solutions.

Compassionate, personalized audiology care to support communication, connection, and daily life.

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OUR APPROACH

Personal, Accessible, Centered Around You

At Shires Hearing & Wellness, hearing care is built around your life, not just your hearing.

Whether you are noticing changes, navigating conversations, exploring hearing technology, or looking for ongoing support, care is tailored to your needs, your goals, and your everyday environments.

Founded by Dr. Henry Botzum, Au.D., the practice combines evidence-based audiology with a commitment to helping people stay connected to the people, places, and activities they value most.

Why Choose Us Shires Hearing & Wellness

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  • You are more than a hearing test. Every recommendation is tailored to your communication needs, lifestyle, and goals.

  • Care comes to you when possible. Services are designed to fit into your routine, whether at home or within community settings.

  • Clear, thoughtful support to help you understand your options and make confident decisions about hearing technology and communication solutions.

  • Rooted in Southern Vermont, with a focus on accessibility, inclusion, and building stronger community connections.

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How We Can Help

  • Hearing Consultations

    A thoughtful, personalized discussion to better understand your communication needs, listening environments, and goals.

  • Hearing Technology

    Guidance and support with modern hearing technology, tailored to your preferences, lifestyle, and comfort.

  • Assistive Listening Solutions

    Tools designed to make conversations clearer in challenging environments like meetings, restaurants, and group settings.

  • TV & Home Listening Support

    Simple ways to improve clarity and reduce strain while watching TV, talking on the phone, or spending time at home.

  • Custom Earmolds & Hearing Protection

    Custom-fit solutions for comfort, safety, and specialized listening needs, including musicians, hunters, and everyday protection.

  • Accessibility & Community Listening

    Support for churches, organizations, and public spaces to create more inclusive and accessible communication environments.

  • Mobile Hearing Care

    Care that comes to you when possible, making services more comfortable, convenient, and easier to access.

  • Tinnitus Management

    Guidance and tools to help manage tinnitus and reduce its impact on focus, sleep, and everyday communication.

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Meet Dr. Henry

As a Doctor of Audiology, Henry is passionate about helping people stay connected to the conversations and experiences that matter most.

After working with patients throughout New England, he founded Shires Hearing & Wellness to offer a more personal, relationship-centered approach to care.

The mission is simple: make hearing care more accessible, more compassionate, and more focused on the whole person.

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Community Partnerships

Shires Hearing & Wellness partners with local organizations, faith communities, senior living communities, and community groups to provide education, screenings, and communication accessibility support.

This includes bringing services directly into the community to make care more approachable and easier to access.

Interested in partnering? We would love to connect.

Ready To Get Started?

Whether you are concerned about your hearing, exploring technology, or simply have questions, support is available.

Reach out to start a conversation and take the next step.