At Health Guard Inc., we offer speech therapy for the elderly to help with speech, language and swallowing problems, so seniors can communicate with confidence.
Communication is vital at every age, but many older adults live with conditions like dementia, hearing loss or the effects of a stroke that make it hard to communicate clearly.
Seniors need to communicate effectively to get the help they need and to stay connected with family and friends. Good speech plays an essential role in a senior’s quality of life.
Several conditions may call for speech therapy for the elderly, including:
If you notice these signs, it is time to contact a speech-language pathologist.
Speech therapy helps seniors pronounce words more clearly, improving communication skills and confidence.
Techniques such as head positioning, swallowing maneuvers and mouth exercises can help with swallowing problems (dysphagia).
Speech therapy helps seniors talk naturally again, easing the fear of speaking and rebuilding confidence.
Speech therapy is part of our adult day health care program. Each participant’s goals are included in their individual plan of care, and sessions happen during the program day.
Because participants spend the day talking, eating and taking part in activities with others, they get natural chances to practice what they learn in therapy.
Yes. Swallowing problems (dysphagia) are common in people with impaired speech. Speech therapy uses techniques such as head positioning, swallowing maneuvers and mouth coordination exercises to help.
Stroke is one of the most common reasons seniors need speech therapy. Therapy can help improve articulation, communication and swallowing.
For eligible participants, therapy and nursing services that are part of the individual plan of care are included in the CBAS program, a Medi-Cal benefit. We also accept most HMOs, SCAN and private pay. Call us at (818) 760-7727 and our team will help you check your coverage.
If your loved one struggles with simple requests, has trouble swallowing or has become reluctant to speak, it is a good time to ask about speech therapy.
For over 25 years, our Adult Day Program has been rooted in the North Hollywood and Los Angeles neighborhood as an experienced Community-Based Adult Services provider.
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