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“Red Flags” That Warrant a Referral for Early Intervention or Preschool Therapy Services
I get so many questions from parents who want to know if their child should be evaluated by a speech-language pathologist or other professional. On my October 23 show “Teach Me To Talk with Laura and Kate” we discussed “red flags” that we note in toddlers and preschoolers that warrant a referral to an early [...]
Is Bad Speech Therapy Better Than No Speech Therapy?
Hmmm….. this is a question I’ve been pondering all day long. Let me walk you through my entire thought process before you weigh in on this issue.
This morning I was in a huge hurry to get ready to go see one darling little girl for speech therapy and then pursue my other passion, being a mom, for the rest [...]
How to Find An Early Intervention Program in Your Area
If you’re worried that your toddler’s language, cognitive, social, or motor skills are delayed, by federal law (Public Law 99-457 Part C), you are entitled to free evaluation by your state’s early intervention program . These programs provide comprehensive services to children from birth to age 3 and their families.
How can I find my state’s program?
To find the program for your state, [...]
