Taking your child to a speech therapist can be easily overwhelming. You will probably have a lot of questions Depending on your child’s diagnosis and specific needs, there may be evaluation summaries, teacher reports and suggestions for a successful academic future for your child.
Here are a few suggestions and questions you will want to ask during your meeting with a speech therapist.
If you don’t understand something, ask about it
If you don’t understand something the speech therapist said, stop and ask them to explain. It is important for the success of your child that you really understand the suggestions and language that the speech therapist is saying.
Bring a pen and paper to the meeting
If you have something to write on, you can write things down so you don’t forget or a question that comes to mind.
Don’t forget to bring any paperwork
If your child has any evaluations, from school or neurologist, bring those with you. As well as, a recent diagnosis and list of any medications. This will help determine any modifications and the best placement for your child.
How can I contact you?
Communication is vital when it comes to your child, make sure both the parent and speech therapist have an email address and a direct phone number, so they can contact each other.
A speech therapist will equip parents and caregivers with the knowledge and tools to help your child at home. With the effective strategies and tools that work best for your child, creating manageable steps, and special exercise, will give them the ability to learn, communicate, and socialize.
Setting up your child for success, is the most powerful thing a parent can do.
If you suspect your child has a speech -language disorder, early intervention makes all the difference. At First Words Speech Therapy, we are dedicated to meeting your child’s speech and language disorder with personalized care.
