Speech Therapy Blog for Children & Parents | Oconomowoc, WI | 53066
Browse through the blog articles written by Jann Fujimoto in Oconomowoc, WI with tips & advice to help parents & children with language issues
The American Speech-Language Hearing Association defines telepractice as “the application of telecommunications technology to the delivery of speech-language pathology and audiology professional services at a distance by linking clinician to client or clinician to clinician for assessment, intervention, and/or consultation.” SpeechWorks has provided speech-language therapy services through telepractice since 2014 to individuals and school districts […]
The American Speech-Language Hearing Association defines telepractice as "the application of telecommunications technology to the delivery of speech-language pathology and audiology professional services at a distance by linking clinician to client or clinician to clinician for assessment, intervention, and/or consultation." SpeechWorks has provided speech-language therapy services through … [Read more...]
If you or your pediatrician has concerns about your toddler’s speech-language development, early intervention is important to helping a toddler’s growth and development. When a toddler has a speech-language delay, parents sometimes wait until the next well-check doctor’s appointment to express their concern or wait until the child “grows out of it.” If you think […]
If you or your pediatrician has concerns about your toddler's speech-language development, early intervention is important to helping a toddler's growth and development. When a toddler has a speech-language delay, parents sometimes wait until the next well-check doctor's appointment to express their concern or wait until the child "grows out of it." If you think about it, waiting 6 months for … [Read more...]
With speech and language disorders ranking among the most common disabilities in children, parents and caregivers are encouraged to learn the signs—and seek an evaluation—if they have concerns about their child’s ability to communicate. SpeechWorks offers timely guidance for families because May is recognized nationally as Better Hearing & Speech Month. “Development of strong communication […]
With speech and language disorders ranking among the most common disabilities in children, parents and caregivers are encouraged to learn the signs—and seek an evaluation—if they have concerns about their child’s ability to communicate. SpeechWorks offers timely guidance for families because May is recognized nationally as Better Hearing & Speech Month. “Development of strong communication … [Read more...]
SpeechWorks turns six years on March 15. Time flies when you’re having fun. In December 2012, I attended a friend’s birthday party, where I only knew the guest of honor and family. To break the ice, the host introduced me to an occupational therapist. The first question he asked was “So, do you have a […]
SpeechWorks turns six years on March 15. Time flies when you're having fun. In December 2012, I attended a friend's birthday party, where I only knew the guest of honor and family. To break the ice, the host introduced me to an occupational therapist. The first question he asked was "So, do you have a private practice?" Not the usual questions therapists typically ask of one another like … [Read more...]
If your preschool or early childhood center is looking for continuing education, SpeechWorks can help. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is a now a Specialist Trainer with The Registry. Presentations can be adapted to your center’s resources – whether it is in a conference room projected on to a screen or seated in a circle. Currently […]
If your preschool or early childhood center is looking for continuing education, SpeechWorks can help. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is a now a Specialist Trainer with The Registry. Presentations can be adapted to your center's resources - whether it is in a conference room projected on to a screen or seated in a circle. Currently approved coursework includes Speech-Language Milestones with additional … [Read more...]
You’re invited to the Everyday Learning Series presented by SpeechWorks at Parents Place in Waukesha this April SpeechWorks will present not one but two workshops for parents to learn how our daily activities impact a child’s speech and language development. You can register for one or both sessions by calling 262-549-5575. April 11 from 5:30PM – […]
You're invited to the Everyday Learning Series presented by SpeechWorks at Parents Place in Waukesha this April SpeechWorks will present not one but two workshops for parents to learn how our daily activities impact a child's speech and language development. You can register for one or both sessions by calling 262-549-5575. April 11 from 5:30PM – 7:00PM Everyday Learning Series: … [Read more...]
Undergraduate and graduate students often reach out to SpeechWorks asking for internship, clinical fellowship, or employment opportunities and to seek advice regarding their graduate or post-graduate career. While we do not have any opportunities at this time, I decided to write this blog post to give undergraduate and graduate students my thoughts about things they […]
Undergraduate and graduate students often reach out to SpeechWorks asking for internship, clinical fellowship, or employment opportunities and to seek advice regarding their graduate or post-graduate career. While we do not have any opportunities at this time, I decided to write this blog post to give undergraduate and graduate students my thoughts about things they can do if they are … [Read more...]
If you’re an expecting parent, then you might be interested in The Parents2Be Virtual Conference running the entire month of February. Expert speakers will present on topics such as doulas, prenatal fitness, baby sign, midwifery, and post-partum depression to provide support to expecting parents in their journey. Join me on February 18 at 7:30 PM […]
If you’re an expecting parent, then you might be interested in The Parents2Be Virtual Conference running the entire month of February. Expert speakers will present on topics such as doulas, prenatal fitness, baby sign, midwifery, and post-partum depression to provide support to expecting parents in their journey. Join me on February 18 at 7:30 PM Eastern to learn about speech & language … [Read more...]
Has a family member said something to you recently about your child’s speech? Are you getting around to your ‘to do’ list? Concerned about your child’s speech and language development? If you don’t know a speech-language pathologist, here are some places to start looking: Your insurance company If you are looking to use insurance for […]
Has a family member said something to you recently about your child’s speech? Are you getting around to your ‘to do’ list? Concerned about your child’s speech and language development? If you don’t know a speech-language pathologist, here are some places to start looking: Your insurance company If you are looking to use insurance for your child’s speech and language therapy services, look … [Read more...]
People often ask what does a speech-language pathologist actually do? My simple answer is we work on speech, language, cognition and swallowing. We work with newborns to the elderly in a variety of places like homes, schools, hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. Let me break down the four areas here: Speech Speech is how […]
People often ask what does a speech-language pathologist actually do? My simple answer is we work on speech, language, cognition and swallowing. We work with newborns to the elderly in a variety of places like homes, schools, hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. Let me break down the four areas here: Speech Speech is how we say things. This includes stuttering, difficulty with a … [Read more...]
