Speech Therapy Services
Additional Information
Speech therapy for seniors is often necessary when recovering from the debilitating consequences of a stroke or dementia. It may also be necessary after a head injury or arising speech issues due to the natural aging process.
The ability to communicate effectively is important at any age, but for seniors it can be absolutely vital. If a senior cannot successfully describe what they need, where they hurt, or what is wrong in general, an emergency situation can easily occur.
As one grows older, vocal cords can become less elastic and larynx muscles can weaken, making it difficult to talk in a manner they are accustomed to. Speech therapy for seniors can help them re-learn how to speak, using vocal exercises to help them communicate effectively once again.
A speech-language pathologist is trained to focus on speech, language, voice, cognition and swallowing problems within the geriatric population.
Speech Therapy services include, but aren't limited to:
- Rehabilitation of Speech
- Language Disorder Treatment
- Dysphasia Treatment
- Voice and Articulation Therapy
Speaking is the Cornerstone of Human Communication
The goal of speech therapy for seniors is to increase functional communication, cognitive skills and teach safe swallowing by introducing diet modifications and special feeding techniques.