by Lorraine Bukilica | May 7, 2021 | Speech Techniques (total communication, prompt)
Speech language pathologists, or speech therapists, often work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. I think it is most beneficial to have input from other professionals when assessing young children with developmental delays. I think it is...
by Sarah Attia | Mar 16, 2021 | Early childhood education / early intervention, Speech Techniques (total communication, prompt)
In speech therapy, a total communication approach is a combination of verbal (using our voice) and nonverbal (using sign language, gestures, etc) methods to facilitate and improve communication skills. This method is especially favored in children with Down Syndrome,...
by Kathryn Wage | Oct 15, 2020 | Speech Techniques (total communication, prompt)
Each parent wants their child to thrive and be a happy, well-adjusted person. The secret to creating this outcome is to focus on strengths more than weaknesses. Children are just like we are; they have many different kinds of strengths, sometimes prominent,...
by Patricia Looney-Burman | Sep 8, 2020 | Speech Techniques (total communication, prompt)
In the area of communication, listening, understanding, and expressing ourselves in spoken, sign, or written language are paramount. How much, though, is focused on seeing and observing? One of the most important things I learned in preparation to become a...
by Jean Thompson | Aug 27, 2020 | Early childhood education / early intervention, Speech Techniques (total communication, prompt)
One of the most exciting times in a baby’s development is when the parent begins to understand what baby is trying to say. This happens as jargon becomes interspersed with approximations of words. Once a parent, sibling or caregiver begins to understand some of...
by Lorraine Bukilica | Jul 17, 2020 | Speech Techniques (total communication, prompt)
Aspire Blog, June 11,2020 In this time of the corona virus, all of us are feeling the anxiety and stress of the times, even the children in the family. Here is a little food for thought for parents. TERRIFIC TIPS TO LESSEN STRESS IN YOUR FAMILY Show affection. Let...
