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Speech and Language Intervention Services

Many individuals with FASD have speech and language difficulties.  Communication is such a large part of school and work and is a building block of social interaction.  Speech-language pathologists (SLPs)are trained to help individuals with speech and language delays and deficits.

The Asante Centre now offers speech and language therapy services tailored to fit the needs of individuals with FASD and other complex children and youth.

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Speech-Language Pathology

Speech-Language Pathologists' services include:

• Testing and diagnosing communication disorders in infants, children, and adults.
• Working with adults and children who need speech-language services.
• Selecting and implementing augmentative and alternative communication devices.

Who Do Speech-Language Pathologists Provide Services To?

Speech-Language Pathologists at the Asante Centre assess the extent of communication disorders and recommend the appropriate treatment for clients with:

Delayed Speech Development:

• Some children have difficulties learning to produce certain sounds correctly. Their speech can be very difficult to understand.

Delayed Oral Language Development:

• Some children have difficulties following directions because they do not understand what is being asked of them. Other children have difficulties learning how to put words together to make phrase or sentences.

Voice impairments or loss:

• Some individuals have voices that sound very harsh or raspy. For a small number of individuals, this change in their voice is due to a change to their vocal folds. This change can be a growth of some kind or damage due to overuse or misuse of the vocal folds. As well, some individuals may speak using unusual pitch or nasality.

Stuttering or other fluency disorders:

• Stuttering is defined as sound or syllable repetitions or prolongations that bring attention to an individual's speech.

Communication disorders as a result of being mentally challenged.

Individuals with autism.

With the help of a registered speech-language pathologist, people with speech-language problems can receive treatment that can lead to better communication skills.

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For further information about speech and language pathology the following websites may be helpful:

          Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

          The BC Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

A full description of the speech and language services offered at the Asante Centre and information about how to make a referral can be found in our Speech and Language Intervention Brochure.

Please contact the SLP at the Asante Centre for more information.

Costs:

• $115.00 per 1 hour session