Did you know that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers tax breaks for families affected by speech-language disorders, such as childhood apraxia of speech? The Government of Canada created the disability tax credit (DTC) in 1988 to provide some relief for the costs associated with having a disability. A person with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
Guest Post: A SLP’s perspective on Dave Hammer’s recent workshop in Guelph
On June 1st Let’s Talk Guelph hosted David Hammer for an all-day workshop on “A Multi-Sensory Approach to Achieving Speech Outcomes”. Dave is known internationally for his work and passion for CAS, and is CASANA’s Director of Professional Development and Speech Services. Dave’s workshops are known for their hands-on, practical suggestions for making therapy fun AND productive … [Read more...]
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Do you know someone who would benefit from knowing about OPPEN CAS? Download our flyer and please feel free to copy, distribute or share with others! … [Read 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 trained when it comes to identifying the characteristics of CAS; Doctors can diagnose CAS but are often without the training necessary … [Read more...]
