2017 - Bulletin: Preschool Speech and Language

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The first years of life are very important for developing speech and language skills. One in 10 children need help developing skills. Without help, a child may struggle to listen and talk, learn to read or play with other children. The earlier a child needing help is identified, the better the outcomes are.

Algoma Public Health Preschool speech and language services and referrals.²

The number of children receiving speech and language services has increased by 21.3% since 2012/2013.

# of children receiving services:

 

2012-2013	592
2013-2014	634
2014-2015	608
2015-2016	681
2016-2017	718

Speech and Language Program at Algoma Public Health in last 5 years:

Referrals received:	1524
Families coached to help their children:	446
Preschool children supported"	423

 

Did you know?

• The majority of speech and language referrals are made by parents.

• As a parent, you have a critical role to play for improving your child’s communication skills

• Every 1 dollar spent on preschool speech and language services saves up to 9 dollars in future health, social and justice services³

Algoma Public Health’s focus to improve language development in children involves:

 

• Offering the Preschool Speech and Language Program to families, which includes speech and language assessments, interventions and supports for parents to help their children at home.
• Offering e-learning information for parents on our website.
• Answering parent questions on the Parent Child Information Line at 705-541-7101 or 1-888-537-5741.