The Center for Hearing & Speech is pleased to announce the SPEAK OUT!® Therapy Program is now available through our Speech-Language Services program. Developed by Parkinson Voice Project, SPEAK OUT! is designed to benefit people with Parkinson’s and related neurological diseases.
Over 70% of people with Parkinson’s experience swallowing issues and up to 90% experience impaired speech. When paired with a SPEAK OUT! trained speech-language pathologist (SLP), this highly effective, evidence-based treatment helps clients regain and retain their speech and swallowing skills, and ultimately, improve their quality of life and disease management.
SPEAK OUT! uses patient education, one-on-one and group sessions, daily home practice, and continuous follow-ups to improve speech and swallowing skills. Our SLP team is board-certified and licensed, and trained through the Parkinson Voice Project to provide SPEAK OUT!
SPEAK OUT! requires an evaluation, then 2-3 days per week for treatment (in person or teletherapy) by a licensed and SPEAK OUT! trained SLP.
For more information or to schedule, please contact Martina Jurcevic-Mueller, Director of Speech-Language Services, at 314-968-4710 or martina.jurcevic-mueller@esmw.org.
Most insurances accepted, including Medicaid. Payment plans and need-based financial assistance available.
