Rise with Pride Speech-Language Pathology and Related Services, LLC

10/09/2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with those directly in the path of Hurricane Milton. Stay safe!! 🙏

10/07/2024

Everyone in Florida:

Make sure you have enough canned food, bottled water, batteries, flashlights, candles, matches, lighter fluid. It’s also a good idea to get a sterno stove (or if you have a barbecue, propane). Although South Florida looks like it will be spared, we will still get strong gusts that may knock down power lines. You want to be ready for power outages.

Make sure you fill up your tank and take out cash. Gas stations and ATMs will be out of service in areas directly impacted and may be out of service in areas with less impact.

Place important documents like house deeds, vehicle titles, birth certificates, passports, etc in zip lock bags to keep them from getting wet or damaged should wind and water enter your home.

If local stores run out of water, you can bottle filtered water or boil tap water and bottle it. You can also reserve buckets of tap water for cleaning, cooking, bathing, etc. Water supply may be limited depending on how severe the area was impacted.

If you are in an evacuation zone, please evacuate!! If you’re in a flood zone, place sand bags in front of your door and if you can, see if you can move out of the area. If not, make sure you have enough food and water.

Most importantly, BE CALM. You can’t prepare and plan if you’re under stress. Check advisories often and learn about wind zones. Hurricane force winds are confined to the center of the storm. Winds decrease in strength the further away from the center you are, but do not let your guard down.

Bring loose furniture and potted plants inside. Or secure larger furniture to keep from becoming debris during the storm.

08/14/2024

🎙️ Unlocking Voices: The Magic of Speech-Language Pathologists in Healing Vocal Trauma 🎤

Ever wondered how those with vocal trauma reclaim their voices? 🗣️💬 Meet the unsung heroes: Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)! These dedicated professionals are like voice whisperers, working tirelessly to help people overcome voice disorders caused by vocal fold trauma.

From providing personalized therapy to teaching effective vocal techniques, SLPs are instrumental in guiding individuals on their path to vocal recovery. Reach out to us today to help you restore clarity, strength, and confidence in every spoken word. 🌟✨

06/16/2024

Now an LSVT-Loud certified provider!

06/12/2024

Service Spotlight: Accent Modification Therapy

What is an accent and what can SLPs do to reduce the impact of foreign accents in communication?

An accent is nothing more than a linguistic difference. Accents can be regional, such a Southern accent characteristic of speakers living in states such as Georgia or Texas, or Northern Cities accent, such as the Boston or New York accent. But what about foreign accents? Those are simply the impact of your native language's speech and language rules (think pronunciation and grammar) on your second or learned language. Accents are a beautiful thing! And something to be proud of! They tell your story and the rich history of the country or region you're from.

But what if having a foreign accent interferes with communication by decreasing intelligibility or confidence when speaking to native speakers? That's where accent modification services come in. Any trained professional such as ESL teachers, dialect coaches, and even SLPs can help to reduce the impact a foreign accent has on communication by shaping the phonological (sound) system as well as the syntactic (grammar) and pragmatic (social) systems to sound more native-like. The accent will still be there, but it's impact on communication and confidence will decrease allowing the speaker to speak with more confidence knowing that their message is being heard and understood by native speakers.

If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about how accent modification services can help, don't hesitate to reach out!

05/15/2024

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04/09/2024

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A snapshot of ASD among 4 and 8-year-old children across the U.S.

04/09/2024

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04/03/2024

🗣️ Did you know that speech therapists can assist with accent reduction and modification? At Rise with Pride Speech-Language Pathology and Related Services, LLC, we're here to help you speak confidently and clearly, regardless of your accent.

Skilled therapy can help to:
✨ Identify specific pronunciation challenges.
✨ Provide targeted exercises to improve clarity and articulation.
✨ Offer guidance on intonation, rhythm, and pacing.
✨ Cultivate strategies for effective communication in professional and social settings.

Accent reduction isn't about erasing your unique identity—it's about enhancing your speech for clearer communication and greater confidence. Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can help you rise above linguistic barriers! 🌟

04/02/2024

🌟 Enhancing Communication for All! 🌟

At Rise with Pride Speech-Language Pathology and Related Services, LLC, we're committed to empowering individuals with diverse communication needs. We can fit your loved one with aphasia, autism, verbal apraxia, or primary progressive aphasia (to name a few) with an AAC/speech generating device or help fit your loved one with a device. Let's unlock the power of communication together! 💬✨

03/22/2024

🌟 Struggling with aphasia? 🧠💬 Rise with Pride Speech-Language Pathology and Related Services, LLC is here to help! Our specialized services are tailored to support individuals with aphasia in regaining their communication skills and confidence. Whether it's speech therapy, language exercises, or assistive technology, we're dedicated to empowering you on your journey to improved communication. Don't let aphasia hold you back – rise above it with our compassionate care. Contact us today to learn more! 🗣️💪

03/12/2024

🗣️ Did you know that speech therapy can make a significant difference in the lives of those with Parkinson's disease?

🧠 Parkinson's disease can affect not only movement but also the ability to make speech sounds, swallow, use our voices, and communicate. That's where speech therapy comes in. As a certified speech-language pathologist, I've seen firsthand how targeted therapy can improve vocal quality, articulation, and overall communication abilities for individuals living with Parkinson's.

💬 Through personalized exercises and techniques, speech therapy can help maintain or even regain clear and intelligible speech, making everyday interactions easier and more enjoyable.

🌟 If you or a loved one are living with Parkinson's disease and struggling with communication, don't hesitate to reach out. Together, we can work towards enhancing your quality of life through effective speech therapy interventions.

Feel free to contact me to learn more about how speech therapy can make a difference in managing Parkinson's symptoms.