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May is Better Hearing & Speech Month

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
May 5, 2019
Did you know that an estimated 40 million Americans experience speech, language, and/or hearing disorders? Early intervention is crucial to the successful development of communication skills. If you have concerns about your child’s speech, language, literacy or learning skills, consider an evaluation.  ...
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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Signs and Symptoms of a Language-Learning Disability

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
April 28, 2019
If your child has difficulty with any of these signs and symptoms, a language-learning evaluation conducted by a speech-language pathologist is recommended. Learn about what happens during a language-learning evaluation, as well as types of therapy that may be beneficial to address needs in oral language and/or written language skills. ...
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Autism Awareness Month: Helpful Toys for Children on the Autism Spectrum

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
April 18, 2019

April is Autism Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness and fostering meaningful conversation about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the people whose lives it touches. Many educational toy companies have

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

Why My Family Chose to Learn American Sign Language

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
April 14, 2019
Many people assume that learning a new language to communicate with a deaf person will be difficult, if not impossible. However, it is very possible to learn American Sign Language. Discover some tips to make learning ASL more successful. ...
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Autism Diagnoses on the Rise as Kids in Certain Populations are Identified at Higher Rates

By Nathan Morgan
April 10, 2019

By now, many parents have likely heard the news that the rate of diagnosis for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is going up. According to the Centers for Disease Control

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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

How to Prepare for an Upcoming Speech-Language Evaluation

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
April 1, 2019
A speech and language evaluation is a normal avenue to pursue when parents or caregivers suspect difficulty with communication. Anticipation of the event can bring on feelings of stress if you aren’t sure what to expect. Consider these helpful tips to prepare for an upcoming evaluation. ...
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Are Extended School Year Services Right for Your Child?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
March 26, 2019

Summer can be a challenging time for many families, perhaps more so for families of children who have autism. Significant disruptions to daily routines can be troublesome for children with

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5 Ways to Incorporate Speech, Reading & Vocabulary Practice Into Everyday Routines

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
February 25, 2019

It’s very typical that eventually, your child will show resistance to sitting down and doing homework-type practice with flashcards or worksheets for speech practice, reading practice, or vocabulary expansion. In

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How are Individuals with Disabilities Legally Protected, and When is the Time for an Attorney to Help?

By Laurie Steiner
February 20, 2019

How does the law protect people with special needs and disabilities?  

There are federal and state laws that protect disabled individuals. One example is Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation

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Why Social Skills are Common Concerns Among Many Children

By Lorilynn Wolf
February 18, 2019

One child may be gifted, another has attention issues and a third is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Three very different children, yet they all may struggle with

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