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As we age, our bodies undergo natural changes that can affect our communication abilities. Seniors may notice a decline in their vocal clarity, difficulty speaking for extended periods, and challenges understanding others. These changes can be exacerbated by health conditions or surgeries.

Speech therapy offers a valuable solution to these challenges. Our at-home services are designed to help seniors regain and maintain their communication skills. By addressing issues related to speech, language comprehension, and swallowing, we can improve quality of life and reduce feelings of isolation.

 

Speech therapy has been proven useful in a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Neurological diseases
  • Complications due to pneumonia
  • Certain types of cancer, especially if treatment involves radiation to the head or neck
  • Stroke
  • Hearing loss
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Memory loss or disorientation
  • Speech difficulties
  • Difficulty with written language
  • Head injury
  • Difficulty with swallowing and the process of eating
  • Difficulty communicating with and understanding others
  • Any condition that causes general decline, weakness, or confusion

Before starting treatment, our experienced speech therapists will conduct a comprehensive evaluation in the comfort of your loved one’s home. This personalized assessment will consider any existing medical conditions and diagnoses to understand how they may impact speech, language, and swallowing abilities. Our therapists will assess your loved one’s cognitive-communication skills, including their ability to understand and remember information. Additionally, we will evaluate their eating and swallowing function to identify any potential challenges.

Our speech therapists can:

  • Help make taking medications more comfortable
  • Teach vocal exercises
  • Help research and implement alternative methods of communication
  • Teach exercises that make eating and swallowing easier
  • Provide tips on compensating for speech difficulty

 

Home-based speech therapy can provide personalized care and support for seniors seeking to improve their communication skills. Our experienced therapists will work closely with you and your loved one to address speech challenges in a comfortable and familiar environment. Learn more about the benefits of at-home therapy, including increased privacy, convenience, and opportunities for family involvement.