3 DOs and DON’Ts for using a speech-generating device (SGD)

First, your child completed trials of Augmentative and Alternative Communication techniques with your Speech-language Pathologist. Then, an  AAC evaluation was performed. This was followed by the device request process.  Now, your child has a speech generating device (SGD). What are Read the...

Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Communication, AAC and Speech Therapy

Communication, AAC and Speech Therapy

When children are young, they communicate mainly wants and needs. As they get older, children begin communicating for social closeness and relationships. We communicate for a variety of functions.  This changes depending on the environment

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Better Speech and Hearing Month 2018

Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role of speech-language pathologists in providing life-altering treatment. Early detection is the key to a shorter, more effective, and less expensive course

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