Ludden Speech and Language Clinic- Saint Xavier University

02/11/2026

👂 Take the First Step Toward Better Hearing!

Your hearing health matters at every stage of life. The Saint Xavier University Ludden Speech and Language Clinic is hosting a FREE Adult Hearing Screening to help you stay connected, confident, and informed.

🗓 Friday, February 27
⏰ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 3700 W. 103rd Street

Stop by for a quick, professional screening in a supportive and welcoming setting. Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

📞 773-298-3570
📧 greenspan@sxu.edu

Don’t wait—early awareness can make all the difference. Schedule your screening today!

02/05/2026

Hearing plays a vital role in staying connected, confident, and engaged at every stage of life.
The Saint Xavier University Ludden Speech and Language Clinic is offering a FREE Adult Hearing Screening to help you take a proactive step toward better hearing health.
Join us Friday, February 27, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Ludden Clinic, located at 3700 W. 103rd Street, for a quick, professional screening in a welcoming clinical setting.
Appointments are available, and walk-ins may be accommodated as space allows.
📞 773-298-3570
📧 greenspan@sxu.edu
📍 Ludden Speech and Language Clinic | Saint Xavier University
Early awareness can make a meaningful difference—schedule your screening today.

01/07/2026

We hope you can join us!

01/06/2026

💬 Nothing speaks louder than a parent’s experience.

We’re excited to share a testimonial from a proud mom who has seen wonderful progress in her son at Ludden Speech Clinic. Her story highlights the growth, confidence, and communication skills he’s developing—and why this journey means so much to their family.

We’re honored to be part of his progress and grateful for the trust our families place in us every day. 💙

01/05/2026

💬 Speech Therapy Changes Lives 💬

Speech therapy helps people find their voice and express who they are. From first words to clearer speech and confident communication, every milestone opens the door to stronger connections and brighter futures.

At Saint Xavier Ludden Clinic, we’re honored to support each journey—helping individuals communicate, connect, and thrive every day.

12/31/2025

🎉 Happy New Year from Saint Xavier Ludden Clinic! 🎉

As we welcome the New Year, we wish you and your family health, happiness, and continued growth in the year ahead.

Thank you for trusting Saint Xavier Ludden Clinic to be part of your journey. We look forward to supporting, caring, and celebrating progress together in the coming year.

Here’s to a healthy, hopeful New Year! ✨

12/30/2025

💙 There’s nothing more powerful than a parent’s words.

We’re honored to share a testimonial from a mom of a 3-year-old autistic child who has seen incredible growth in her son. From new skills to growing confidence, his progress has been inspiring, and we’re so grateful that Ludden Speech Clinic has been part of his journey.

Her story is a reminder of why early intervention matters and how the right support can make a lasting difference. 💬

12/29/2025

The secret to clearer speech is simple: slow down, model often, and make practice playful 💬
Giving extra time to respond, showing clear examples, and turning practice into fun, everyday moments helps build confidence and consistency. When learning feels encouraging and pressure-free, progress follows—one sound, word, and smile at a time.

12/24/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Saint Xavier Ludden Clinic ✨🎄

As we celebrate this joyful season, we want to thank our patients, families, and community for trusting us with your care throughout the year. Your strength, progress, and support inspire us every day.

Wishing you a Christmas filled with peace, health, and meaningful moments with those you love. May the new year bring continued growth, hope, and happiness.

With warm holiday wishes,
Saint Xavier Ludden Clinic

12/23/2025

We are so thankful for the families who trust us with their care 💙
Hearing how our work makes a difference is what inspires us every day. Here’s a heartfelt message from a family member whose experience reminds us why we do what we do!

12/22/2025

SXU graduate speech-language pathology students recently brought augmentative and alternative communication to life through an engaging, hands-on exhibit they created at the Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, sparking curiosity, learning, and meaningful conversations for visitors of all ages.
Read more about it here:

SXU graduate speech-language pathology students recently presented information on augmentative and alternative communication.

12/18/2025

👂 Hearing: A Key Foundation for Communication

Hearing plays a critical role in how we learn to listen, understand, and communicate with the world around us. In speech therapy, hearing isn’t just about what a child can hear — it’s about how the brain processes sound and makes meaning from it.

How Speech Therapists Support Hearing Skills:

🎧 Auditory Awareness: Helping patients notice and respond to sounds in their environment (voices, music, everyday noises).

🗣️ Auditory Discrimination: Teaching the brain to hear differences between sounds, like /b/ vs. /p/ or similar-sounding words.

🔁 Auditory Memory: Strengthening the ability to remember what was heard, such as following multi-step directions or recalling details from a story.

🎯 Auditory Processing: Improving how the brain organizes and interprets sounds, especially in noisy or distracting environments.

Saint Xavier Ludden Therapists use engaging, play-based activities, repetition, visual supports, and real-life practice to help patients build these skills in a meaningful way. We also collaborate closely with families, educators, and audiologists when needed to ensure hearing concerns are fully supported.

When hearing skills are strengthened, patients often show improvements in speech clarity, language development, attention, and confidence — setting the foundation for stronger communication and learning.