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Speech and Language Therapy - Paediatric Community Services
Speech and Language Therapy - Paediatric Community Services
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Due to the ongoing situation regarding COVID-19 and the required social distancing measures, the Speech and Language Therapy Service continues to work flexibly in order to provide the best support for you and your child.
If you have any questions regarding your child's Speech and Language Therapy support, please contact your Therapist whose details can be found on your most recent care plan and/or appointment letter.
If you are unsuccessful reaching your Therapist you can contact our Team Leader Kirsten Brooks (see contact details on this page) who will ensure your message is passed on.
Please explore this page for further information, advice and activities relating to speech, language and communication development.
Advice and activity sheets
- Attention and Listening
- Play
- Communication
- Understanding Language
- Expressive Language
- Vocabulary
- Speech Sounds
- Stammering
Short & Simple activities
Take a look at the link below for some general games and activities to support your child
Website Resources
Take a look at the link below for a list of recommended websites
I CAN: ‘TALK’ Webinars
If you have a child aged 18 months to 2 ½ years and you are concerned about their language development, you can now join one of I CAN’s free ‘TALK’ webinars. TALK = Talking Activities for Little Kids!
The webinars are led by a Speech and Language Therapist. In each webinar, the therapist talks through a range of targeted activities and approaches that you can put into practice with your child at home.
You will have an opportunity to ask questions about the information provided so that you feel confident in using the strategies and approaches with your child.
In total, I CAN have four different themed webinars, with one webinar taking place per fortnight. You can attend one or all of the webinars depending on your interest in the topics presented.
- Supporting language development during every day routines
- Sharing books to develop language
- Using songs and rhymes to develop language
- Symbolic noises and first words
Contact Details
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Organiser
- Kirsten Brooks
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Job Title/Position
- Team Leader
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Telephone Number
- 07562913806
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Email Address
- kirsten.brooks@nhs.net
Local Offer
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Details
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We are an inclusive organisation/service who support Children & Young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
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Core Response Approved?
- Yes
Notes
Referral Notes
Requests for assessments can be made by parents, GPs, Health Visitors, School Nurses, Paediatricians, Special Educational Needs Coordinators or other professionals involved with the child.
The ‘request for assessment’ forms can be found in the files section below. Please note there are separate forms for preschool and school aged children with speech, language and communication needs. Please ensure all sections are completed. The information you provide will help our understanding of the child’s unique skill set and how their speech, language and communication needs are impacting on their daily life.
Service Information
Coverages:
Bury & Local Area
Referral Required?:
Referral Notes:
<p target="_blank">Requests for assessments can be made by parents, GPs, Health Visitors, School Nurses, Paediatricians, Special Educational Needs Coordinators or other professionals involved with the child.</p> <p target="_blank">The ‘request for assessment’ forms can be found in the files section below. Please note there are separate forms for preschool and school aged children with speech, language and communication needs. Please ensure all sections are completed. The information you provide will help our understanding of the child’s unique skill set and how their speech, language and communication needs are impacting on their daily life.</p>
Links for information
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Last updated 11 October 2021