Hearing & Vision Screening For Children

The Importance of Hearing & Vision Screenings

• Children don’t always know if they can hear and see properly.
• An undiagnosed hearing and vision problem may interfere with physical, academic and social/emotional development.
• Early detection and treatment can prevent hearing and vision problems.
• In Michigan, over 1 million children are screened annually with 88,000 referrals to either physicians (hearing) or eye care professionals (vision) for follow-up care.
• Vision screenings for are required for Kindergarten registration.

Screening Information

• All screenings are offered free of charge.
• Screenings are conducted by State-trained hearing and vision technicians.
• Both programs are carefully standardized, so each child receives consistent screening, referral, and follow-up services.

Screening Availability

• Hearing screenings are provided in preschool and grades JrK, K, 2, 4, Special Education, and by teacher or parent request.
• Vision screenings are provided in preschool and grades 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, Special Education, and by teacher or parent request.
• Screenings are also available in our office by appointment only for children (ages 3 to 21) regardless of school grade.
• If you are interested in scheduling a free newborn hearing screening, please contact our office at 517-546-9850 for more information.