This program provides services to children with developmental needs in communication and/or feeding, from birth to school entry.
Areas of concern could include:
- Understanding of words and sentences.
- Talking in words and sentences.
- Pronunciation.
- Voice quality.
- Speech fluency (i.e. repeating sounds/words; stuttering)
- Interest in other people.
- Using words and body language as a way to connect with other people.
- Playing and interacting with other children.
- Hearing.
- Voice.
- Feeding (e.g., coughing/gagging/choking when eating or drinking; poor weight gain; picky eating)
The Speech and Language Program provides:
- Assessment.
- Recommendations for treatment and/or further referrals.
- Individual and small group therapy sessions.
- Monitoring for children at risk for communication or feeding needs.
- Ongoing consultation with families and other team members.
- Workshops for parents/caregivers and child care providers.
It is important that any needs in talking, understanding, social development, or feeding are identified as soon as possible. Early assessment and intervention can make a big difference in your child's development and well-being.
Any questions? Contact:
Suzanne Macdonald, M.Sc., RSLP(C)
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Program Supervisor
Phone: (250) 286-0955, ext 2208
Email: suzanne.macdonald@rivercityinclusion.ca
Charlotte Hodge, M.Sc., RSLP(C)
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
Phone: (250) 286-0955, ext 2209
Email: charlotte.hodge@rivercityinclusion.ca
Janelle Collett, M.Sc., RSLP(C)
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
Phone: (250) 286-0955, ext 2213
Email: janelle.collett@rivercityinclusion.ca
Carly Ball, SLA
Speech-Language Assistant
Phone: (250) 286-0955, ext 2214
Email: carly.ball@rivercityinclusion.ca
Speech-Language Pathologists have a Master's Degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology, are members of the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and are registered with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC.
Forms
Referral Form