Speech therapy is a vital and often overlooked need for home health care patients. Adult speech therapy can alleviate many of the negative impacts that come with speech and language difficulties such as social isolation and embarrassment. It can also reduce reliance on family members and risks associated with health conditions brought on by speech challenges like poor nutrition caused by difficulty swallowing.
At Traditions Health, our in-home speech therapists provide individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s unique situation which create the best outcomes and improved quality of life.
A VITAL PART OF YOUR CARE TEAM
The Importance of Speech Therapy to Home Health Care
Speech therapy is an invaluable component of home health care, offering a range of benefits and improvements for many individuals facing life-limiting illnesses.
Not only can speech impairments be uncomfortable, they also lead to isolation, difficulty with symptom management and care collaboration, nutrition complications, and more. With the guidance of an experienced speech-language pathologist or speech therapist, home care patients can maintain (or regain) their independence, confidently take on daily tasks, and preserve important connections with family and friends as well as their care team.
Most importantly, at-home speech therapy allows home health patients to stay in the driver’s seat of their long-term care. Your speech therapist will help you regain your voice for vital decisions and essential conversations.
Speech therapy can be a beneficial tool, as it helps build or maintain communication and speech skills. Speech therapy may help people with:
Aphasia
Dementia
Dysarthria (muscle weakness)
Dysphagia (trouble swallowing)
Dysphonia and aphonia
Patient
Skilled Nurse
Physical Therapist
Speech Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Medical Social Worker
Home Health Aide
WORKING TOGETHER FOR YOU
Our In-Home Speech Therapy Team
In addition to traditional one-on-one therapy sessions, your in-home speech therapist will work alongside your care team to advocate for your comprehensive quality of life. By understanding the areas where our patients need support, speech therapists can help patients communicate more effectively, provide emotional support, and contribute recommendations regarding treatment options.
SELECTING THE RIGHT CARE FOR YOUR NEEDS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a speech-language pathologist (SLP)?
A speech-language pathologist, also known as a speech therapist, is an expert in the evaluation and treatment of speech, language, and swallowing disorders. They are trained to diagnose speech-related difficulties and help people reach their speech goals.
What is a speech-language evaluation?
A speech-language evaluation is a comprehensive assessment performed by a speech-language pathologist in order to determine if speech or language disorders are present. The purpose of an evaluation is to identify potential areas of difficulty, specific speech and/or language goals, and recommend the most appropriate speech therapy for individuals with communication needs.
What to expect during a speech-language evaluation?
During the speech-language evaluation, the speech-language pathologist will conduct various tests to measure hearing abilities, speech production and clarity, as well as language comprehension and expression skills. Furthermore, contextual information such as medical history will be reviewed in order to determine which areas need improvement, provide baseline data points on speech production levels, and formulate treatment goals moving forward. Ultimately, this information gathered during the speech-language evaluation helps identify the right speech therapy program that meets the patient’s individual needs and communication goals.
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We understand the importance of having access to health care that meets you where you are. That's why Traditions Health continues to expand across the country to offer access to quality care for those in need. As we expand, we remain committed to the same values on which we were founded – prioritizing patient-focused, compassionate care, while building strong relationships in the communities we serve.
If you’re looking for in-home speech therapy services for your loved one, look no further than Traditions Health. Our knowledgeable and experienced therapists will work with your loved one to help them regain their ability to communicate effectively. Contact us today to learn more about our speech therapy services and how we can help your family.
