Information From Our Group To Help Those With Apraxia, Autism And Other Special Needs

“Never underestimate the power of a small group of people to change the world. In fact it’s the only way it ever has.” ~Margaret Mead   New member what to do for a child that isn’t talking or talking well yet. Apraxia, autism, delay? The Late Talker book by Lisa Geng, Malcolm Nicholl  and Dr. Agin Tanner Geng’s The Lellow Breakthrough; Info about fish oils from Dr. Stordy’s book The LCP Solution Topic: insurance and speech therapy Research:... Read More

IEP Goals, Objectives, and Sample Letters to Teachers

Dr. Seuss quote “Do you like these IEPs?” ~Dr. Seuss poem Some people have asked for examples of IEP goals for a child with a communication impairment such as apraxia or autism. The following information may provide both examples as well as insight on appropriate independent goals specific for your child!   From the book The Late Talker St Martin’s Press written by Lisa Geng, Dr. Marilyn Agin, and Malcolm Nicholl   “EVALUATION FOR THE SCHOOL... Read More

Dealing with IEPs for a Speech Impaired Child

The following is a clip from the advocacy chapter of The Late Talker book which is highly recommended  Chapter 6.   GETTING THE ANSWERS THAT YOU NEED As a parent of a non-speaking child it is up to you to be their voice. —KAREN D. ROTHWEILER Mother of three-year-old Justin   Know your rights. Know your child’s rights. One of the greatest challenges faced by parents of children with speech delays is making sure that their kids get the assistance they deserve.... Read More

The Pediatrician’s Role in Development and Implementation of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and/or an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP)

Several roles for the pediatrician exist under IDEA If you have already gone through the IEP process, and signed off, it isn’t too late! At any time you can “request and IEP meeting to reopen your child’s IEP.”  One reason for this could be due to “change in diagnosis.”  Another may be new information that has come to light. We have an entire chapter in The Late Talker book with a wealth of valuable information in this area.  In fact I highly... Read More