Speech/Language
Sixteen million Americans have a speech or language disorder. Ten percent of children entering first grade have a moderate to severe speech disability. In adults, a speech and/or language disorder can inhibit professional advancement and cause social anxiety. In children it can result in the failure to thrive academically, emotionally and socially. At any age, speech/language disorders can isolate, embarrass and prevent a person from reaching his/her potential. Treatment offers a lifetime of improved communication and a better chance at a healthier, happier, and more successful life.
The Center’s Speech/Language Program includes screenings, diagnostic evaluations, and therapy programs.
- Screenings determine whether a perceived speech/language problem
exists and requires further evaluation.
- Evaluations are in-depth examinations to identify the type and severity
of a child’s speech/language problem; set goals for improvement; and provide
information to help design an individualized program of therapy for the child.
All evaluators use standardized tests to provide accurate diagnostic information.
Evaluations last 1-2 hours. The therapist provides a written report and verbal
consultations if warranted.
- Therapy works to achieve goals set for individual improvement and age-appropriate skills. The number and frequency of therapy sessions varies greatly depending on the individual. During therapy, parents may observe their child to learn techniques to use at home or just to follow progress.
The Center’s speech/language program includes services performed on-site at the clinic and off-site at several local daycare centers and schools including: Agape Academy, Grace Hill Head Start, Grace Hill Child Development Center (two locations), City Academy, Hilltop Child Development Center, Lemay Child & Family Center, and Stella Maris Child Center.
The Center’s speech/language program is administered by speech/language pathologists who are master degreed, state licensed, and nationally accredited by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). They provide compassionate and quality care for the following:
Stuttering
Speech/Language Development
Intelligibility of Speech/Articulation
Auditory Processing Disorder
Voice Disorders
Tongue Thrust
Accent Modification
Language Disorders
SPEECH PROGRAM
If you think your child or someone you know has a speech/language
disorder, call the Center for an evaluation.
Services are provided through insurance and Medicaid programs. Financial assistance is available based on documented need.
