IDEA Disability Category > Speech or Language Impairment
Speech or Language Impairment
This category covers difficulties with speech or language. A common example is stuttering. Other examples are trouble pronouncing words or making sounds with the voice. It also covers language problems that make it hard for kids to understand words or express themselves.
Federal Definition of Speech and Language Impairment
(11) Speech or language impairment means a communication disorder, such as stuttering, impaired articulation, a language impairment, or a voice impairment, that adversely affects a child’s educational performance.
If you suspect your child may have a problem with speech development the first step would be to speak to a healthcare provider to rule out any hearing issues or physical ailments that may be contributing. Speech therapy can be very beneficial in treating speech impairments and can be customized based on the issues of the child. Children are very adept at learning new things and while some speech impairments can be lifelong others can be resolved if caught early enough through treatment.
Resources by county
Speak Easy RVA
Address:
108 Branchview Circle,
Richmond, VA, 23229
Phone:
(804) 556-1515
Email:
Speech 4 Children
Address:
4202 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA, 23227-3755
Phone:
(804) 266-6699
Spectrum Transformation Group
Address:
221 Stonebridge Plaza Ave, Suite C,
Chesterfield, VA, 23225
Phone:
(804) 378-6141
Speech Connections
Address:
4110 East Parham Road; Suite 101,
Henrico, VA 23228
Phone:
(804) 672-8588