PROGRAM DATES:
March 19th | 6-7pm
"What are executive functions and how can you help support them at home?"
PRESENTERS: Maddie Norkiewicz, M.A. CCC-SLP/L & Katie Trainor, M.S. CCC-SLP/L
This workshop will provide an overview of these skills and basic strategies you can implement for increasing your child's independence in everyday tasks. Topics of this session are best suited for caregivers of middle school or high school aged children, but all are welcome.
July 8th | 6-7pm
"EARLY LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGIES"
PRESENTER: Shanah Slade M.S. CCC-SLP/L
Learn about communication development from birth to 5 years of age including basic strategies to help encourage and support communication growth.
July 15th | 6-7pm
"AAC OVERVIEW AND TROUBLESHOOTING"
PRESENTERS: Brigid Cavanagh M.A. CCC-SLP/L & Katie Trainor M.S. CCC-SLP/L
Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) including dispelling myths and a look at different options available. Bring a device to review specific questions and/or troubleshooting on your child’s system.
July 22nd | 6-7pm
"EXECUTIVE FUNCTION SUPPORT"
PRESENTERS: Maddie Norkiewicz M.A. CCC-SLP/L & Katie Trainor M.S. CCC-SLP/L
What are executive functions and how can you help support them at home. This workshop will provide an overview of these skills and basic strategies you can implement for increasing your child’s independence in everyday tasks.
July 29th | 6-7pm
"IEP SUPPORT"
PRESENTERS: Maddie Norkiewicz M.A. CCC-SLP/L & Brigid Cavanagh M.A. CCC-SLP/L
This workshop focuses on an overview of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Process from concern to ongoing services. Specific parent rights will be discussed including ways you can help advocate for your child in the school system.
SUMMER CAREGIVER EDUCATION SERIES
Join CHAT SLPs on Wednesdays to discuss different topics about communication and learning.
Full program dates:
March 19th | 6-7pm
July 8th | 6-7pm
July 15th | 6-7pm
July 22nd | 6-7pm
July 29th | 6-7pm