Speech and Language
Therapy

Speech is the formation of sounds, the sound quality, and the rhythm/flow of sound.  Language is the process of organizing our words into meaningful speech to convey our thoughts and ideas for effective communication.  Speech and/or language changes may result following a stroke or other neurological impairments, brain tumor/injury, and other medical conditions.  

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Deficits in speech and language may present as: 

• slurred speech

• difficulty finding words

• difficulty imitating sounds/words

• difficulty expressing thoughts, wants, needs

• difficulty answering questions

• difficulty understanding verbal or written information

• difficulty reading or writing

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Therapy focuses on establishing an individualized treatment plan to improve functional communication skills needed for daily interactions/communications and to enhance quality of life. 

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