What is S&T?

Children with Down syndrome can experience speech delay, due to hearing problems, low muscle tone and learning ability. Language is vital for a child’s cognitive (mental) and social development.

As children acquire language, they can ask for what they want, explain how they feel, describe what they have been doing and share thoughts and worries with friends.

Speech and Language Therapy helps children to develop these skills, in a way that works for them, and will hopefully be fun too!

Benefits of S&T

Communication difficulties may lead to frustration and challenging behaviours if not addressed. It may also affect a child’s confidence and self- esteem.

There are several benefits of Speech and Language Therapy including:

Promotes confidence and self esteem

Improves a child’s understanding of language

Promotes independence

Allows children to foster a set of skills which will help with school readiness

Promotes positive relationships with others and an ability to make friends

Aids clear speech – so others can understand

Helps to increase ability to express thoughts, feelings and share stories

Promotes positive social skills both at school and in community environment

FEES

As a charity we charge a nominal fee of €25 for most of our services to support running costs, and we subsidise the rest.

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY