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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] School Holiday Activities for Language Development School holidays. A time when everyone enjoys a break from school and work. During the holidays it can…
Developing the skills to use cutlery One skill area that many parents and teachers ask about is developing knife and fork skills. Using a knife…
How you can help with your child’s Assessment Whether it is a Speech, Occupational or Joint SLT/OT Assessment you are coming for, the CATTS Assessments…
Our Voice Care for Teachers course is now Online HERE. How can I look after my voice? It is vital that teachers look after their…
What is Dyspraxia? In the past few years there has been an increasing recognition and diagnosis of dyspraxia. The international medically preferred term for this…
Our Voice Care for Teachers course is now Online HERE. 8 Voice Care Tips for Teachers It is vital that teachers look after their…
8 Ways to Grow Your Preschooler’s Vocabulary New words are the building blocks of language. You don’t need flash cards, technology or any special equipment…
Vision is one of the primary senses that helps us to navigate around our environment. It helps us to perceive shape, size and form. Our…
Toys Toys Toys!!! Shopping for toys can be a difficult task at the best of times. Playing with toys is a significant part of child’s…
Auditory processing disorder (APD), also known as central auditory processing disorder (CAPD), is a term used to describe a variety of disorders that affect the…
“Why is it important to read with my child?” Reading is possibly the most important and beneficial skill your child will learn. A good grasp…
What is Oro-motor therapy? Despite the controversy and the lack of evidence to support its use (Lof 2006); Oro-motor therapy has been continuously used since…
In this article we will discuss the following: Definition of transitions; Why transitions are difficult; Strategies and techniques to assist with transitions 1. Definition Transitions,…
Dysphagia means having any difficulty with eating, drinking or swallowing If you or someone you know or care for is experiencing these symptoms, they may…
If your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, you may notice that they become agitated if they forget dates and details of important events,…
If your loved one has had a stroke, this can be a scary and lonely time during which a lot of changes take place. CATTS…
Red flags for dysphagia Written by Gilheaney,OrlaCATTS Speech & Language TherapistKeywords: Red Flags, Dementia Best Practice, Staff Empowerment, Total Well-being CATTS: Permission to reprint for personal…
 What is Dysphagia McDonagh, AislingStaff Nurse and Speech & Language TherapistKeywords: Clinical Information, Nursing Home Information, Care Services Information, Common Terms CATTS: Permission to reprint for…