Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that can cause difficulties with focus and behaviour control. It can also affect speech and language, making communication challenging. However, a speech-language pathologist (SLP) can play a...

How can a Speech-language pathologist help after suffering a stroke?

If you have concerns about your communication, a family member’s recovery after an illness, or a problem with your voice, you should consider seeing a speech-language pathologist (SLP). SLPs are highly trained professionals who can assess, treat, and provide...

Why a Speech-language pathologist?

If you have concerns about your communication, a family member’s recovery after an illness, or a problem with your voice, you should consider seeing a speech-language pathologist (SLP). SLPs are highly trained professionals who can assess, treat, and provide...

Comprehending Behavioral and Communicative Alterations After a Brain Injury

The brain is a complex organ that governs our thoughts, movements, emotions, and senses. Comprehending the intricate interactions between its various parts can be difficult, particularly for those not well-versed in medical fields. Understanding and treating brain...

How a speech-language pathologist can help a transgender person

Assisting transgender individuals in achieving their goals is an important role that speech-language pathologists (SLPs) play. SLPs specialize in helping individuals develop communication skills and a voice that aligns with their unique sense of gender. This...

How to Use Books to Boost Your Child’s Language Skills

Bond with your child and help them improve their language skills by reading books together. Children who are familiar with literature tend to enjoy reading more and read more often. To make reading fun for non-readers, let them turn pages, point to pictures, and act...

My child has Autism Spectrum Disorder – Whom should I see?

My child has Autism Spectrum Disorder – Whom should I see? Jeanette PodolskySpeech-language PathologistBA (Speech & Hearing Therapy)Wits. Reg CASLPO When you suspect your child has red flags for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or has been recently diagnosed with...

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) has revolutionized the way in which people with communication disorders interact with the world. AAC requires specific programming and development by a speech-language pathologist. An AAC program supports face-to-face...

Articulation Therapy

Articulation therapy for children especially preschoolers is an essential intervention that helps young children develop clear and intelligible speech. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) play a crucial role in providing this therapy to children with articulation...

Conversations with your Baby

Parents often ask when they should start talking and having conversations with their babies. The answer is always the same: from day one! Conversations with your baby are crucial for their language development, and it's never too early to start. Even before your baby...
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that can cause difficulties with focus and behaviour control. It can also affect speech and language, making communication challenging. However, a speech-language pathologist (SLP) can play a...

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Why a Speech-language pathologist?

Why a Speech-language pathologist?

If you have concerns about your communication, a family member’s recovery after an illness, or a problem with your voice, you should consider seeing a speech-language pathologist (SLP). SLPs are highly trained professionals who can assess, treat, and provide...

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    ONTARIO AUTISM PROGRAM (OAP) SERVICE PROVIDER

    The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) allows parents to access speech therapy from the service provider of their choice. Speech Therapy Centres of Canada’s speech-language pathologists (speech therapists) are part of the Ontario Autism Program grant to provide increased capacity and to provide services to those families in need.

    ABOUT THE ONTARIO AUTISM PROGRAM (OAP)

    The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) offers support to families of children and youth on the autism spectrum. Children and youth who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by a qualified professional are eligible for the program. Children receive services and supports until the age of 18.

    ONTARIO AUTISM PROGRAM (OAP) ELIGIBILITY

    • To register for the Ontario Autism Program, your child must:
    • be under age 18
    • currently live in Ontario
    • have a written diagnosis of autism from a qualified professional

    For more information about the Ontario Autism Program, please visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-autism-program

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