OPPEN CAS - Childhood Apraxia of Speech

2023 Guelph Walk for Children with Apraxia of Speech

We’re so excited about the 2023 Guelph Walk for Children with Apraxia! Online registration is open! Here are some of the fun activities that happened at the 2022 Guelph Walk! An Apraxia … Learn More

Applying for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) (Guest Post by Angela Muis, CDA & Brooke Rea, SLP)

If you are interested in accessing the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) for your child, here is how you can apply, step-by-step: Families of children with childhood apraxia of speech may have expenses … Learn More

Is there a cure for Childhood Apraxia of Speech?

While there is no CURE, regular and intensive speech therapy using the principles of motor learning that is accessed early in the child’s life/diagnosis is known to best treat CAS. This means consistent attendance to therapy where the Speech-Language … Learn More

How do I find a SLP for treating CAS in Ontario?

In Ontario, no Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) can use the terms (or variations of) “specialize” or “expert”. Our licensing body (the College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists of Ontario; CASLPO) clearly states the use of these terms … Learn More

Our favourite online resources

There are some really great CAS resources available online and OPPEN CAS is a strong believer in not “recreating the wheel”. We strive to address Ontario-based issues, while highlighting the incredible work of others around the world. We would like … Learn More

Diagnosis of CAS in Ontario: why it’s tricky, why it’s important, and why we need to do better!

Because diagnosis is a bit of a ‘black hole’ in Ontario, parents frequently contact us to ask if it is important to get a formal diagnosis, or if it’s ok to just carry on without one. Ontario SLPs cannot communicate a diagnosis but are the most … Learn More

A Parent’s Journey to CASANA 2015 (Guest Post by Angie Muis)

In July, Angela Muis, a parent of a child with CAS, travelling to the National CASANA Conference. The Conference is held annually in July and moves locations every year, making it accessible to many professionals and families. Many families ask me, “is it worth it to travel all the way to the Conference” and while […]

Diagnosis of CAS in Ontario: A Parent’s Perspective (Guest Post by Angie Muis)

“Speech-language pathologists are the professionals who diagnose and treat disorders of speech, language, and swallowing. Thus, the assessment and diagnosis of apraxia of speech, as well as all other speech sound disorders, are within the scope of professional responsibilities of SLPs” *…BUT…* …Ontario’s Speech-Language Pathologists cannot communicate a diagnosis of CAS. Wait, what?! Outside of […]

Introducing: A Parent’s Perspective

When OPPEN CAS was launched over a year ago, it was the vision of an SLP who wanted to better SUPPORT, EMPOWER and CONNECT families and professionals in Ontario on their journey with Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Over the last year, numerous families and professionals have reached out with questions, problems, and stories and we’ve done our best […]

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2023 Guelph Walk for Children with Apraxia of Speech

Applying for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) (Guest Post by Angela Muis, CDA & Brooke Rea, SLP)

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Is there a cure for Childhood Apraxia of Speech?

How do I find a SLP for treating CAS in Ontario?

Our favourite online resources

Diagnosis of CAS in Ontario: why it’s tricky, why it’s important, and why we need to do better!

A Parent’s Perspective

A Parent’s Journey to CASANA 2015 (Guest Post by Angie Muis)

Diagnosis of CAS in Ontario: A Parent’s Perspective (Guest Post by Angie Muis)

Introducing: A Parent’s Perspective

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