Category: Blog

February 2017 Newsletter

January, 2017 was an exciting time for Therapy for Language and Communication!  In January we reflected on 2016, a time when we welcomed new patients, and were proud to graduate others! TLC also celebrated its 4th year anniversary! We welcomed two new wonderful Speech-Language Pathologists, Lisa Phung and Sarah Obremski.  In the fall of 2016, […]

April Newletter

March has been an exciting month for TLC with many changes.  Therapy for Language and Communication is exciting to announce it will be moving locations!  We will move to 300 Church Street (approximately .25 miles from its current location).  TLC Speech CT will move locations on May 1, 2015!  Check back for Grand Re-opening date […]

This month TLC celebrated Dr. Suess’ birthday with literacy based activities.

News February, 2015. This month TLC celebrated Dr. Suess’ birthday with literacy based activities. Reading to and with our children is so beneficial for their growth and development.  Below is a list found at http://www.best-books-for-kids.com/benefits-of-reading.html about the benefits of reading: 1.    Kids who read often get better at it.  This is pretty much common sense, […]

App Review of Bitsboard …PART 1

BITSBOARD is unique app which allows its user to play 18 mini-games. At the low cost of FREE, it’s a gem! Bitsboard has a large catalog of content which was created by fellow SLPs, teachers, and/or parents.  It is easy to create and customize boards, as well as share with anyone via the Bitsboard catalog.  […]

Phonological Processes

Phonological processes are typically developing speech sound errors which occur in children.  These processes usually remediate themselves by age 5.5. The most common processes include: Final consonant deletion- the deletion of a final consonant in a word (e.g. “bed” becomes “be”) Fronting- is the substitution of sounds in the front of the mouth for back […]

The Power of Play

So often now young ones are being pushed to do more then they are ready for, and forgoing playtime. Play is not a frivolous and purposeless activity, but rather an opportune time to learn through something that is meaningful and relevant to our children’s life. Play sparks curiosity and creativity, and is critical for expanding […]