Debbie's Blog

For some kids, gloves can be scary.  The rubbery feel, the unfamiliar smell and taste, the strange look (where did your hands go?!), and the squishy sound they make - these are all possible tr … read more

I'm looking for advice.  My nephew 5 years old, has Autism and cognitive delays.  He doesn't speak at all; he just makes noises like he is "singing" to himself (although not with any spec … read more

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.   … read more

Jaw grading is the ability to visually judge how far you need to open your mouth to take a bite out of certain foods and to say certain speech sounds. For example, say "ooooo" versus "aaahh" - can … read more