Adult Speech-Language Pathology Services
 

Outpatient Paediatrics (birth to 5 years) 

In partnership with Wee-Talk Preschool Speech and Language Services, speech-language pathologists provide assessment and treatment to preschool aged children with a variety of speech and language delays and disorders.  Services are provided to children with:

• articulation delays (difficulty pronouncing sounds)

• language delays (difficulty using words and sentences or difficulty understanding language)

• fluency disorders (stuttering)

• voice and resonance disorders (hoarse voice quality or hypo/hyper nasal quality)

• swallowing disorder

Speech-language pathologists also assess and treat children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental delays.  Services are coordinated with community agencies.

In this section you will find general information on each area of speech and language. You will also find developmental information and suggestions on how to help your child at home. If you have any concerns regarding your child’s development in these areas, you may wish to have your child assessed by a speech-language pathologist.  

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How to Access Services in Ontario 

In Ontario, preschool speech and language services are divided into regions.  If you live in Wellington or Dufferin County you can access services through the Wee Talk Preschool Speech and Language Services.  Parents can directly refer their child for service.  A doctor’s referral is not necessary.  For a list of preschool speech and language service programs in Ontario please call the  Ministry of Health's INFOline at 1-866-821-7770.     

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Adult Speech-Language Pathology Services

Adult services speech-language pathologists provide assessment and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders for inpatients at both Headwaters sites. Clients can present with a variety of diagnoses such as stroke, neurogenic communication disorders (aphasia, dyspraxia, dysarthria, etc.), voice and swallowing disorders. Clinicians work on numerous multi-disciplinary professional teams throughout the hospital.

Clients with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) are assessed and managed on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. Specialized video fluoroscopic studies are offered when more detailed examination of the swallowing mechanism is required. Therapists work in conjunction with dietary and nursing staff, and provide consultation to family members and community professionals.

Outpatient adult services for recovering stroke patients are provided. Physician referral is required.

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