Speech
- Language Pathology Services
A Speech - Language Evaluation is the first
step in understanding the speech-language problem and
determining what services are needed to address the problem.
RHSC has the most comprehensive testing in the Rochester
area.
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We not only assess your primary area
of concern but we also assess all aspects of communicative
functioning.
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We use the latest tests and assessment
tools available in the field today.
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Children are tested in a play setting
to obtain optimum results.
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Parents/care-taker or significant
other may either accompany the individual or watch from
an observation room.
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You will leave with verbal results
and recommendations. A written report goes to you,
the doctor, if you wish, and to whomever else you
request.
Speech - Language Therapy is often recommended
to address a speech-language delay or disorder. Basic
therapy options at RHSC include the following:
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Individual Speech Therapy
If the speech-language pathologist feels that the
child or adult needs immediate help with specific
speech problems, she will recommend a highly individualized
therapy program suited specifically to that individual’s
needs.
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Group Speech Therapy
If the speech-language pathologist feels that the
child or adult might benefit from working with other
individuals with similar needs, she will recommend
a group program that is still highly individualized
but with the added benefit of interacting and learning
with others.
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Monitoring
If the speech-language pathologist feels the child
or adult may not need therapy right away, she may
give parents or the adult some suggestions for techniques
to use at home and make a monitoring call in a few
months to check progress.
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Parent Counseling and Education
For children, the speech-language pathologist may
feel that, with a little guidance, the parent could
help the child at home. She may schedule a few one-on-one
sessions with the parent or caregiver to demonstrate
techniques they may try at home. A follow up call
is made to check progress.
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Adult Counseling and Education
For adults, the speech-language pathologist may feel
that, with a little guidance, the adult could work
on the problem at home. She may schedule a few one-on-one
sessions to demonstrate specific techniques. A follow
up call is made to check progress.
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