"Play is the highest form of research." -Albert Einstein
"Play is the work of childhood." -Fred Rogers
"Play is our brain's favourite way of learning." -Diane Ackerman
"Play is the highest form of research." -Albert Einstein
SUNSHINE
Speech Services
Services
From 18 months to 18 years old, we have experience assessing, treating, and providing recommendations for children with speech and language delays or disorders. Some of these children have also been diagnosed with:
-Autism Spectrum Disorder
-Down syndrome
-Cerebral Palsy
-Childhood Apraxia of Speech
-Social Communication Disorder
-Global Developmental Delay
Certifications we hold, and programs we offer, include:
-Lidcombe Program (for fluency and stuttering treatment)
-SCERTS (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactionary Supports)
-PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Musculature Phonetic Targets): Introduction and Bridging
-The Hanen Centre Programs: It Takes Two to Talk, Learning Language and Loving It, More Than Words
-Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Individual Assessment and/or Treatment Sessions
We believe in a strength-based and client-centred approach to therapy. By building on your child's skills and interests, we create treatment sessions that are both productive and playful. Your child will be too busy having fun to realize they are learning!
Jordan's Principle Contracts
We are able to help guide Indigenous families that may qualify for Jordan's Principle funding. We believe equitable access to health and educational services, including speech and language therapy and literacy supports, play a vital role in reconciliation.
FSCD (Family Supports for Children with Disabilities) Contracts
Speech, language, and communication "Specialized Services" are available for children accessing FSCD funding. Our famiy-centred philosophy means we view parents as partners and strive to work together with families to help their children reach their potential.
Telehealth Options
If you reside in a rural or remote centre, we offer easy and accessible telehealth (e.g., Zoom, FaceTime, Google Hangouts) options to provide you with comprehensive treatment or consultative services.
Workshops and Presentations
We provide engaging and interactive presentations on a wide range of speech and language related topics. Our presentation style promotes a two-way flow of information and participants are guaranteed to leave with practical ideas and ready-to-apply strategies.
School Contracts
Consultative services are available for school divisions seeking support for Program Unit Funded (PUF) and school-age (K-12) students. We are passionate about providing quality and equitable services to rural students and staff at a reasonable cost.
