Sarah L. Varricchio Olchanowski, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Varricchio has been with the Hear Again Center since 2009. Prior to joining the Hear Again Center team, she worked in an ear, nose, and throat clinic and has extensive experience with various aspects of diagnostic audiology. She has a strong passion for hearing aid programming and troubleshooting. Dr. Varricchio firmly believes in the benefit of auditory rehabilitation to work in conjunction with all hearing aid fittings. She feels the clinical care aspect is so important, and it can dictate the success or failure of any hearing aid outcome. Dr. Varricchio always says, “The hearing aid is only part of the solution.”
Dr. Varricchio is originally from Connecticut, and she received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut. She moved to Tucson, Arizona for three years to pursue her postgraduate career, and she received a master’s degree and doctorate from the University of Arizona. Dr. Varricchio is a licensed Audiologist in Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Outside of saving hearing lives, Dr. Varricchio enjoys community service work with her church, traveling, and spending time with her husband, children, and their pets.
Erin Parnell-Wilson, HIS
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Erin Parnell is a licensed hearing instrument specialist in Connecticut. She joined Hear Again Center in December 2017 and has a total of 17 years in the industry. Erin studied psychology at Holyoke Community College & Western New England College. Her desire to help people has led her to become a hearing instrument specialist. Erin feels strongly that a patient centered approach to hearing care is vital and that life is worth hearing!
Erin is the youngest of 4 children & was raised in Holyoke, MA. She currently resides in Chicopee, MA. She lives with her husband, Mario, and 2 cats named Benedict & Khaleesi. When she is not helping guide her patients toward better hearing, Erin is often found outdoors enjoying nature, reading or watching hockey.
Lauren Banas
Audio Tech
Lauren is truly dedicated to her work in the hearing industry. She’s incredibly passionate about helping others, and it all stems from her personal connection to the cause. Lauren’s mother is hard of hearing, and witnessing her experiences motivated Lauren to pursue a career in the field. She wanted to make a real difference in the lives of people with hearing impairments.
As an audio tech in the hearing world, Lauren brings a compassionate and empathetic approach to her work. She knows that every patient has unique needs, so she takes the time to connect with them on a personal level. By building those connections, she can create personalized treatment plans that cater specifically to each individual.
Lauren finds joy in art and spending time in nature. Artistic expression and being surrounded by nature brings her a sense of peace and serenity.
Lauren’s commitment extends beyond her immediate work as well. Through community outreach and education, she strives to empower others with knowledge about hearing health. She wants everyone to understand the importance of taking care of their hearing.
Lindsey Rager
Patient Services Coordinator
Lindsey Rager is a Patient Services Coordinator. Lindsey is originally from South Windsor, CT and still lives there today. Lindsey attended Manchester Community College and started working at the Hear Again Center in Enfield in 2025. Lindsey began working in the hearing industry in 2025 and was drawn to the profession because she enjoys helping people. What Lindsey loves most about saving hearing lives is getting to see the excitement of patient experiences. Lindsey strives to learn something new in her everyday work with patients. Outside of saving hearing lives, Lindsey loves hobbies such as watching the Boston Bruins, going to games or concerts and spending time with family and friends.