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Seeking Affordable Speech Therapist for Stuttering
I also thought that Easter Seals would be a good option but was told that they do not treat children at age 7 for stuttering--I think they concentrate on ...
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- There was a facinating story on 20/20 a while back which I looked up on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3c8zcOfcY8 John Stossel did a report on a new tech...
- One possible idea depending on your location is checking with some local universities who have a speech clinic on campus. The students studying speech pathology are t...
- I sent an email to a speech therapist I know to find out what the going rate for private sessions is or if she does them. Did you tell the centers you would be paying ...
Seeking More on PDD-NOS or High Functioning Autism
I know it's not near you, but Easter Seals in Elgin offers a support group for families with children with PDD. Maybe there would be something in your area ...
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- My 3 1/2 year old son sounds the same. It is just better tolerated when they are younger. We have been told to expose him to new situations but we always end in a me...
- J.: Check out Communication Clubhouse located in Downers Grove. My son currently goes there for services though not diagnosed with anything specific. They offer man...
- I used to work at Vanderbilt Univeristy, in Nashville, TN and they have an excellent autism research and treatment facility. Wendy Stone is one of the leading experts...
Autism/Asperger's Testing Through ISD
Also, Easter Seals has an excellent program for 3 to 8 year olds with autism. ... And Easter Seals of North Texas I can't say enough positive things ...
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- I am not experienced with autism/aspergers, although, I do know a little about the testing. We suspected my nephew of having dyslexia, and knew that the ISD would test...
- M., Like the other poster said, all the enrolling is necessary to get her in for the free testing. It will take many hours of testing (usually over days) and then a ...
- Hi M., I worked in the school district as a speech-language pathologist for seven years. The school must "enroll" her so that they can pay the providers to serve h...
Speech Delay in 2-Year-old
Aug 13, 2009 ... My son was diagnosed by the Easter Seals Foundation with a speech ..... Call your local Easter Seals - they can get the ball rolling with ...
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- both my boys wetn through the Early Intervention program where the therapists came to our home until they were 3. My 4-year-old is in preschool with in-class speech t...
- The previous post is correct in saying that if your child qualifies, the services would begin when the child turns 3. You are on the right track if you have already c...
- You don't qualify for help with the school district until they are 3. You will have to get an evaluation from them. They are just getting back to work as they are on...
My 2 1/2 Year Old Was Just Diagnosed with PDD/NOS and Static Encephalopathy
I am not sure about Static Encephalopathy but I just read about it on this website and you can also contact Easter Seals as well. I wasnt to tell you I know ...
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- I am so sorry to hear about your daughter and your husband. Google "Special Care & Career Services," which is a charitable org set up to help families with special ne...
- I am so sorry for what you are going through with your daughter and husband. I also feel if he is not man enough to step up to the plate to his own daughter and you an...
- I don't know about Static Encephalopathy, but I do know about autism because my son has it and autism is very treatable. Early intervention is key to helping your dau...
15 Month Old Toddler Who Is Not Walking Yet and Does Not Want to Go to Sleep
But the point is that I don't think you should worry about the dragging foot until you talk to your doc or an OT (Easter Seals I agree is great) about it. ...
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- Hi there. My cousin had a problem with her baby who is a little bit older than your grandbaby. Don't know if it's the same exact issue because all I know is her baby w...
- I don't normally just do work without someone asking for help, but I feel that this is such a simple matter and that her hips were out of alignment. I've sent Quantum ...
- Hi Gradma K. Because of the right let drag, I would be concerned. Please understand I was a foster parent to infants with medical issues for years so I have seen a l...
Dental Service for Cleft Palate Born Child
Jun 24, 2009 ... You might also try calling Scottish Rite, Easter Seals, and Baylor (they have a speech clinic. One other contact might be the Callier Center ...
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- celebrity jessica simpson had an organization for cleft plat children. might surf the internet for this information. also talk to your dentist to inquire if there's ...
- Call Scottish Rite hospital in Dallas, it's free but you may have to get a referral from your/his doctor. Good luck
- www.operationsmile.org provides cost-free surgeries and repairs for cleft palate. Since the repair is already finished, they may not take on your case, but they could ...
Speech and Vocabulary Concerns at 22 Months Old
My son was on the waiting list with Easter Seals for about 4 months so that was the ... So if EI wont do anything for your son I would suggest Easter Seals. ...
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- Hi L., I'm a speech-language pathologist - pediatric. Definitely contact your pediatrician and insist that he/she recommends an Early Intervention evaluation by a...
- Hi there, It's never too early for Early Intervention. They will do an evaluation and let you know if he needs speech therapy. Good luck! A. W.
- I would advise you talk to your doctor to see if there is a physical problem, as you mentioned he sounds "tongue tied" - this is completely anecdotal, but my grandmoth...
Preemie Moms I Need Your Help
Oct 19, 2009 ... While I dont have a preemie I do work in Early Intervention Id recommend one of two things You could see if your nearest Easter Seals has a ...
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- Hi G. blessings to you and your family, My daughter was a almost 26 weeker. So I understand your needs right now. She was born at 25 weeks and 5 days gestation, only ...
- Congratulations on the birth of your sons and I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Kyle. My thoughts are with you. My thoughts on Jack's feeding issues (...
- While I don't have a preemie I do work in Early Intervention. I'd recommend one of two things. You could see if your nearest Easter Seals has a nutritionist. Or you co...
Sensory Problem Question
I would highly, highly recommend Easter Seals in Villa Park. ... There is another Easter Seals in Naperville but do not know much about that facility. ...
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- Hi D. Talk with your daughter's pediatrican about this he/she should be about to help you. Since you 've work at a school before ask them about what special accomodat...
- D., I have 2 sons with sensory issues, one has autism and the other does not. My suggestion would be to find a developmental pediatrician and discuss your fears etc....
- Hi D., I think the first thing I would do is talk to your child's teacher(s) and set up a meeting with the school social worker. Whether or not your daughter winds...
