Child Development - Achieve Speech Associates

Benefits of Augmentative and Alternative Communication

The benefits of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is to provide a multimodal form of communication that is most often used in addition to a individual’s voice to help them communicate. Saying that AAC is a multimodal, it means that AAC allows the user to use and have every possible means for communication: their voice, […]

Why Reading is Important for Early Language

There are a variety of reasons why reading is important for early language development. When we read to children, we expose them to more and new language that in turn predicts later language development. It is important to know that children learn language by hearing words being spoken to them and around them. For example, […]

Household Items to Support Speech and Language

Toddlers and children enjoy playing with everyday ordinary items. At home, you already have simple and fun ways to support your child's speech and language.

Toys To Improve Language Development

As a parent or care-taker there's a vast amount of toys that will improve language development for your child. We've have hand picked and listed the following highly preferred toys which have shown to be beneficial in clinic based and home based therapy.

Early Intervention Strategies Your Child

Early Intervention Strategies For Your Child

Early intervention strategies for your child is critical when there is a speech/language delay concern. Your child’s developmental concerns can best be addressed if identified early.