Services

 

https://www.parkinsonvoiceproject.org

The SPEAK OUT!® Therapy Program, developed by Parkinson Voice Project, helps people with Parkinson's regain and retain their speech and swallowing. The program combines education for the patient and family, individual speech therapy, daily home practice using workbooks, flashcards, and online practice sessions, weekly speech groups, and regular re-evaluations.

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https://www.lsvtglobal.com/LSVTLoud

LSVT LOUD is an effective speech treatment for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and other neurological conditions with over 20 years of research and support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other organizations.  LSVT LOUD trains people with PD to use their voice at a more normal loudness level. Key to the treatment is helping people "recalibrate" their perceptions so they know how loud or soft they sound to other people and can feel comfortable using a stronger voice at a normal loudness level.

Extensive research on LSVT LOUD has documented that people with PD show improvements in loudness and more variation in pitch while speaking that are maintained for at least two years post-treatment. Secondary improvements may include better articulation, changes in swallowing, improved facial expressions while talking and even speech-related brain changes.

LSVT LOUD is delivered four times per week over four consecutive weeks. Participants in this program are responsible for daily home exercises in addition to 1:1 therapy. This program does require evaluation and clearance by an ear, nose and throat (ENT) prior to initiating treatment. We deliver LSVT LOUD through a combination of 1:1, in-person sessions delivered in your home as well as live tele-conferencing sessions. Sessions are typically 45 minutes. . Sessions are typically 50 minutes long.

Who is a good candidate for LSVT LOUD or the SPEAK OUT!® Therapy Program? 

Beginning speech therapy before you've noticed significant problems with voice, speech and communication will often lead to the best results, but it's never too late to start.

The Most Common Speech Issues associated with Parkinson’s Disease:

  • Soft voice

  • Hoarseness

  • Monotone

  • Mumbled speech

Ask yourself:

  • Do people ask you to repeat? 

  • Does your voice sound hoarse, scratchy or breathy?

  • Do you clear your throat often? 

  • Is your voice strong on some days, weak on others?

  • Do you cough when you eat or drink?

If the answer is “yes” to one or more of these questions, don’t wait any longer to seek help.

Additional Services

 

We provide comprehensive evaluations and therapy for the following disorders and diagnoses:

  • Stroke Rehabilitation

  • Post Concussive Disorder

  • Post Covid-19 Syndrome

  • Aphasia

  • Dysarthria

  • Dysphagia

  • Cognitive Impairment 

  • Patient, Family & Caregiver Training for people living with Dementia 

  • Speech and Language Screenings for Children 

  • Hosted Educational Events re: Typical Speech and Language Development for Children & How to Foster Language Rich Environments