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Are there any tools, workbooks, etc., I can buy to help my mother who has problems with her speech?  She is in the moderate-severe stage of dementia. This problem began a few months ago.  She is active and mobile with a walker.  This new development is causing her to experience frustration and has resulted in her talking less.  She lives with me, and while I have some help c …

My daughter's speech therapist suggested we have my daughter sip thick liquids (i.e. yogurt, chocolate pudding, etc.) through a straw to work on strengthening mouth muscles.  I have not been able to find straws thick enough to work.  Do you have a suggestion? . Drinking out of a straw (any straw) in general is a great way to help individuals learn how to keep the lips closed, how …

My daughter recently turned 2 and has developed a biting problem.  This is a new behavior, and so far she only bites when she's happy and playing with us.  It doesn't seem to be linked to frustration. On a side note, when she tries to say "r" it comes out "awe," which I have previously noticed in older children.  I am just wondering if it is normal for toddlers learning to spea …

There are three internal components for the  Z-Vibe and Z-Grabber - a heavy spring, a Vibe Battery, and a motor/spring assembly.   To assemble: 1.  Put the motor into the handle first (spring end last)  2.  Then the battery (as shown in the image below) 3.  Then the heavy spring  4.  And finally the Switch Tip (the tip that matches the ha …