The Speech Therapy department at CWJR is trained in a variety of specialized programs, including the Hanen approach, reflex integration, Vital Stim, and specialized feeding courses.
Apraxia of Speech is a neurological disorder characterized by the brain’s inability to complete the necessary pathways to instruct the speech muscles, despite knowing what it wants to say. Unlike weakness or paralysis in the facial muscles used for speech, apraxia of speech stems from a breakdown in the coordination between the brain and the …
Written by: Ali VanSlembrouck M.A., CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist At CWJR, we believe in education as a core pillar of our treatment plans. While our patients receive individualized speech therapy care from their therapist during sessions, there are many ways to keep the progress going outside of the clinic! When it comes to speech therapy, play …
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Social pragmatic language is also known as the way people use language to communicate for social purposes. Social pragmatic language is used in a wide range of environments so it can be difficult to explain the differences as it can vary from person to person. This concept plays an important role in the overall success …
We all know that frequent handwashing is the best way for us to avoid getting sick. Germs that cause the cold or the flu spread quickly if you touch our eyes, nose, or mouth so it’s important to keep your hands clean. Below are the 5 steps for effective handwashing
A new school year is right around the corner and many families are excitedly preparing to send their little ones off to Kindergarten! When a child starts Kindergarten, it can be a very exciting time but it can also bring up a lot of questions. Is my child ready for kindergarten? What should they be …
With “back-to-school” time right around the corner, it can be helpful to start reviewing basic strategies that can help your child feel prepared for the classroom. After some time away from the classroom, it is normal for your child to feel unsure of what to do or how to behave. Regardless of what class they …
Your kids are home and you’re worried about their progress in school. For preschoolers and kindergarteners, keeping their reading skills up may be easier than you think. There are a few simple steps to make sure your child has the foundational skills to be ready to read.
AAC or Alterntative Augementative Communication devices are a great way to help those express themselves if they are not able to express themselves verbally. Many people think an AAC device is an intricate piece of technology but there are some low-tech options available as well!
Conversation is an important part of everyday life. This provides us with the opportunity to interact and connect with those around us. No matter who it is we are talking to, we can use the same set of skills to keep the conversation going. These skills can be nonverbal (things we do not say but …
With so many phone and video meetings, plus talking through a mask, my vocal folds have been feeling hoarse and tired from speaking loudly and hydrating less. Follow these tips to avoid damage and keep your vocal folds healthy and comfortable.
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