What is the National Speech Early Detection Program?
The Early Detection Program is a community outreach program designed to help with early identification of children who may be at risk for language or learning struggles.
To assist in early identification, National Speech/Language Threapy Center is offerening FREE speech, language, learning, autism and reading screenings for parents who are concerned about their child's:
- Sound production/articulation
- Late acquistion of language
- Social Skills
- Language Development
- Reading Skills
- Auditory Processing ability
- Dysfluency (stuttering)
Why is early identification so important?
Speech and language development is a useful indicator of a child's overall development, including cognitive ability and later school success. Early identification of children at risk can lead to appropriate intervention services and family assistance, when the chances for improvement are most promising.
What is involved?
Simply call (301) 493-0023 or email earlydetection_nationalspeech.comto schedule a screening time and to discuss any concerns you have about your child.
