Description: Provides diagnostic and treatment services for children with delays in the acquisition of speech and language skills, including the language-based reading disability known as developmental dyslexia. Services are provided free of charge. Masonic affiliation is not required.Individual 50-minute therapy sessions are scheduled on a once-weekly basis. Intervention is ongoing and year-round for up to 18 months as determined to be appropriate to meet a child's needs. Summer-only sessions are not available.
Eligibility: The following is descriptive of children seen at the Sacramento Childhood Language Center: - Language delays with no apparent cause- Dyslexia - Auditory/Language processing deficits- Normal hearing in at least one earThe Sacramento Childhood Language Center does not serve children whose learning difficulties are primarily related to: - Diagnosed syndromes such as Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Cleft Palate, Muscular Dystrophy- Apraxia, dependent on the severity - Cognitive Impairment/ Developmental Delay- PDD or Autism- Articulation only (specific sounds such as /s/, /r/, or /l/)Stuttering/ Voice Severe Oral Motor issues/ Feeding issuesAdditional Criteria:-Children between eighteen months and twelve years of age are eligible for services -Eligibility is determined by our assessments or those provided by other agencies -Child and at least one parent or caregiver must speak English -Child must have at least one parent, guardian, or concerned adult who is prepared to follow through with a consistent program -Consistent attendance is mandatory-Children with behavior or attention issues that negatively impact the effectiveness of therapy may not be accepted or will be discontinued.
Requirements: Application Packet - Which Includes: - Parent Questionnaire.- Authorization for Release of Information.- Immunization Records and Policy Agreement.- Teacher Questionnaire.- Speech and Language Therapy Questionnaire.- Additional forms may be requested.
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