Adults
About
When an adult experiences communication deficits this can have a negative effect on several different aspects of their daily lives. If an adult is experiencing difficulty with communication breakdowns, speaking clearly, reading, social skills, understanding language or swallowing a Speech Pathologist can work with them to help improve their performance.
Adult speech therapy can be an enriching and life changing experience when provided with a functional lens. Often time’s speech therapy for adults is an afterthought, because that person is able to communicate their basic needs to those who care for them. Here at Speech Specialists we strive to do more for adults than just meet basic needs. Speech therapy for adults will allow them to regain their confidence and enjoy more success in the areas they want it most.
Areas of Intervention
Speech Specialists provide intervention for all adults aged over 18. Areas of concern can include:
- Stroke
- Cognitive Communication Difficulties
- Cerebral Palsy
- Motor Neuron Disease (ALS)
- Hearing Impairment
- Social Communication Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Language comprehension and expression deficits