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Columbus Speech & Hearing

The leading nonprofit in Central Ohio dedicated to addressing speech & hearing needs of the community Columbus Speech & Hearing Center offers help – and hope.

Dear Friends,

Speech, language, and hearing problems affect one of every ten people, and the impact is profound at any age. For nearly a century, our mission has remained the same: to unlock potential for those with communication challenges throughout all stages of life. Today, our vision is as focused as ever, as we continue to be Central Ohio’s recognized leader in the delivery of audiology ser

vices, speech-language therapy, and community ASL classes. It is our most singular goal to help each person we serve with personalized caring attention, and through this care, help each person achieve their full potential. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely,
James O. Dye, MSW, LISW

06/19/2025

Celebrate Juneteenth with Columbus Speech & Hearing by giving the gift of literacy!

From June 19 through August 22, we’re collecting new books for children ages 0–6, especially those featuring characters from diverse backgrounds. These books will be donated to underserved children through our screening sites and community partners.

Drop off your new book(s) to your speech pathologist, audiologist, or at the front office when you check in for your session.

Let’s honor Juneteenth by giving every child the chance to see themselves in the stories they read!

❤️💚💛🖤

06/11/2025

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month from Columbus Speech & Hearing!

We are proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community and celebrate the diversity and inclusivity that makes our world a better place. This month, we reaffirm our commitment to providing compassionate and accessible care to everyone, regardless of their identity. Join us in celebrating love and the vibrant voices that make up our community! ❤️

At Columbus Speech & Hearing, we strive to create a space for everyone to safely be who they are. Let's continue to work together to ensure that everyone is heard, valued, and accepted. Happy Pride!

04/16/2025

Summer is almost here, which means it's time for scheduling summer speech therapy! Secure your child's spot for Summer 2025 today.

Call us at (614) 263-5151 or fill out our contact form on ColumbusSpeech.org to schedule!

Did you know...

☀️ Summer speech therapy can help your child maintain and improve important speech-language skills they learned during the past school year.

☀️ Consistent practice of speech is crucial to prevent regression, so it's important not to skip long periods of time like the summer months.

☀️ By enrolling in summer speech therapy at CSH, you provide your child with a positive environment to practice and refine their speech skills, ultimately contributing to their confidence and success for the upcoming school year.

Don't wait... get scheduled ASAP for summer!

04/14/2025

Dress up with our speech team next week for Autism Acceptance!! We look forward to seeing your spirit wear. 👕 ❤️

04/11/2025

April is Deaf History Month!

All month long, we honor the stories, culture, and contributions of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community. It’s a time to listen, learn, and uplift voices that too often go unnoticed.

As we honor National Deaf History Month and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, we are proud to recognize the work our predecessors have done and the paths they have paved. We remain mindful of the work still to be done.

We proudly join our allied partners and organizations in celebrating this important month. We will continue to advocate for the right to equitable language access and inclusion.

Why Deaf History Month Is Important:

🗣️ Advocating for the Rights of Deaf Persons

Many Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals still face stigma and barriers in our society. This month reminds us to speak up for access, inclusion, and respect.

🤟 Celebrating the Community

The Deaf community is vibrant, diverse, and resilient. Deaf History Month offers a meaningful moment to recognize their impact and contributions.

👁️‍🗨️ Creating Awareness

With awareness comes empathy, and with empathy comes change. Let’s take this time to grow in understanding and celebrate the power of language and identity.

04/10/2025

Yesterday morning, our Speech Director Carrie Bollentino participated in a panel about New Americans in Columbus, hosted by ! "New Americans" is a term that includes immigrants and refugees in the United States. ❤️

A significant number of our clients are New Americans, and Columbus Speech & Hearing is just as committed to their privacy and safety as we are to all of our clients. We believe everyone deserves respect, support, and a safe place to receive the care they need.

The panelists consisted of community leaders from different organizations throughout Columbus: , , , and . They spoke about their organizations' current and future efforts to support New Americans, ways for allies to get involved, celebrating diversity in our community, and so much more.

04/02/2025

April is Autism Acceptance Month! At Columbus Speech & Hearing, we are dedicated to fostering a community of understanding and support for autistic individuals and their families.

This month and every month, we encourage you to learn more about Autism and how you can celebrate neurodiversity in the workplace, at home, at school, and in your everyday lives.

By embracing acceptance, we move beyond mere "awareness" of autism and instead work towards inclusivity, ensuring that autistic individuals are valued and respected in our communities. Let's come together to create a world where diversity of all kinds is celebrated!

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to making our community more inclusive and supportive.

03/21/2025

Happy Friday! Today, Speech Director Carrie is here to teach us the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for "like," or to be fond of something. ⬇️ Comment below something you like that you plan to use this sign for!

To sign "Like" in ASL, follow these steps:

1. Place the palm of your dominant hand on your chest with your fingers extended.
2. Bring your thumb and middle finger together in a pinching motion as you move your hand slightly away from your chest.
3. Repeat.

If it helps, you can imagine that there is an invisible string you are pulling from your heart.

Learn more ASL when you take one of our Sign Language classes, including Family ASL! Register online today at ColumbusSpeech.org/ASL.

03/17/2025

It's Neurodiversity Celebration Week! 🌈 ♾️

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges misconceptions, stereotypes, and stigma surrounding neurological differences.

According to the official NCW website, this week "aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported... [recognizing] the many skills and talents of neurodivergent individuals, while creating more inclusive and equitable cultures that celebrate differences and empower every individual."

The term “neurodivergent” is a label people may use to describe themselves when they have a condition that affects how they think, learn, process information, or engage with the world. Common conditions among those who identify as neurodivergent include autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and more.

Neurodivergence itself is not a diagnosis, and not everyone with a diagnosed condition or learning disability considers themselves to be neurodivergent. Rather, it is an umbrella term that people may use to refer to the unique ways their brains work.

"Neurodiversity" is the belief that neurological differences are a strength. When we allow neurodivergent individuals to thrive in the workplace, at school, and in our community, we invite a wide variety of perspectives, ideas, strategies, and more.

Let's celebrate neurodiversity this week and every week!

03/07/2025

🛑 You've seen a stop sign before, but what about the sign "stop?"

Learn the sign for "stop" in American Sign Language (ASL) with speech therapist Cara! Welcome back, Cara!!

Here are step-by-step instructions on how to sign the word "stop" in ASL:

1. Place your non-dominant hand out in front of you, palm facing up.
2. Hold your dominant hand higher, keeping your fingers together and your palm facing you.
3. Lower your dominant hand pinky-first until it firmly collides with your other hand's palm.
4. Repeat to emphasize the command if needed.

You can think of this sign as one hand "stopping" the other from a karate chop, or whatever works for you! This sign is very helpful for children and adults to communicate "STOP" non-verbally.

Try it at home today, and register for our full ASL courses at ColumbusSpeech.org/ASL.

03/03/2025

Today is World Hearing Day! 🌎🦻

Every year on March 3rd, we come together to raise awareness about the importance of hearing health and the impact of hearing loss on individuals and communities. It's a day to remind ourselves of the significance of early intervention and the steps we can take to protect our hearing.

Let's encourage others to get their hearing checked regularly and adopt healthy hearing practices. Whether it's turning down the volume, wearing ear protection in noisy environments, or seeking help from an audiologist like the ones at CSH, every action counts. Don't wait to get tested - take our quick and easy hearing test at www.ColumbusSpeech.org.

Join us in spreading the word and advocating for hearing health on World Hearing Day!

02/24/2025

In this video, CSH speech therapist Sydney shows us how to sign "want" in American Sign Language (ASL).

Follow along with these steps:

1. Place both hands out in front of you, palms facing up.

2. Curl your fingers to make a "claw" shape with both hands.

3. Pull your hands back toward your body.

For families learning ASL, incorporating basic signs like "want" into daily interactions can enhance understanding and inclusion within the household.

Sign up for our our ASL classes at ColumbusSpeech.org/ASL. Family ASL is now available for 2025!

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Columbus, OH

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Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+16142635151

Website

http://www.columbusspeech.org/

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