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Autism: What Parents Really Want from Early Intervention

At Not Only Words Speech Therapy, we know that effective early intervention goes far beyond checklists and scheduled sessions. It’s about building trust with families, recognizing the strengths of each ...

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ALS Awareness: Quality of Life With Speech Therapy

May is ALS Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and understanding the challenges faced by those living with this neurodegenerative disease. At NOW ...

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Children Finding Their Voice: Supporting Emotional Expression

Helping children express their feelings is a fundamental aspect of their emotional and communication development. Whether a child communicates using spoken language or an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) device, ...

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Maximizing the Battery Life of Your Communication Device

Devices for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) play a vital role in empowering individuals with communication needs. To ensure uninterrupted usage, it is crucial to maintain optimal battery performance. Here ...

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Intervention: Why Starting Early Matters

Parents and caregivers all want to see children thrive in their communication skills, building the foundation for academic success, social connections, and overall confidence. While each child develops at their ...

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Can a Child with a Speech Delay Catch Up on Their Own?

As parents and caregivers, it’s natural to wonder whether your child’s speech and language delays are something they’ll outgrow on their own. After all, every child develops at their own ...

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Insurance and Speech Therapy: What You Need to Know

Navigating insurance coverage for speech therapy services can feel overwhelming, but understanding the basics can make a significant difference. At NOW Speech Therapy, we aim to empower families with the ...

What is Code-Switching?

Language is a powerful tool, and for multilingual individuals, it becomes an even richer, more dynamic resource. One fascinating way multilinguals use language is through code-switching. But what exactly is ...

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Interoception: A Vital Sense

When we think about our senses, the classic five come to mind: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. But there’s another crucial sense that often goes unnoticed: interoception. At NOW ...

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Functions of Communication: Beyond Requesting

Human communication is powerful and full of richness. It’s a tool that allows us to express our needs, share our thoughts, build relationships, and so much more. While many people ...

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