Speech Therapy

Speech Therapy

Training for adult individuals with impairments in speech, language, cognition and/or swallowing.

• Use of specific exercises and strategies to improve speech intelligibility and clarity.

• Language formulation and word retrieval training

• Augmentative/alternative communication device recommendations and training for individuals unable to communicate verbally.

• Training of louder voice usage using Lee Silverman Voice Treatment-Loud (LSVT-Loud) for individuals with Parkinson’s disease or other conditions impacting speech and voice.

• Training use of compensatory swallowing techniques to improve ability to swallow and reduce risk of aspiration and choking while eating, drinking or taking pills.

• Cognitively stimulating tasks and training use of compensatory memory strategies for individuals with memory and/or cognitive impairments.

• Education and training for individuals, family members and caregivers to facilitate most effective and efficient communication, cognition, or swallowing.