Are you struggling to find the words to communicate with your spouse? Have you noticed your friends have forgotten to meet you for your weekly lunch dates? Changes in how we think and communicate can change with age and condition. Sometimes we need to adjust our communication techniques to accommodate our bodies and minds as we get older.
If you have concerns about yourself or someone close to you, we can help. Give Optimal Home Rehab in the greater Philadelphia area of PA a call to schedule an appointment for an evaluation with one of our experienced speech-language pathologists (SLPs).
Who would benefit from cognitive-communication therapy?
We often take for granted that we can take care of our own needs and communicate with those around us. As we age, our cognitive processes change. Sometimes an illness or injury will impact how we think and communicate.
Some conditions that may alter our ability to think and talk:
- Brain injury
- Stroke
- Dementia
- Brain tumor
The signs may be subtle or develop over time. Here are some signs that you or someone you know may need to be assessed for cognitive functioning:
- Trouble managing time and money
- Challenged when routines are changed
- Unable to recall names of people close to them
- Emotional lability (poor control of emotions)
- Difficulty following directions
- Impaired memory
These are only a few of the many indicators of a decrease in cognitive functioning. If you are concerned, trust your instinct and suggest an evaluation by one of our skilled SLPs. Call Optimal Home Rehab in the greater Philadelphia area of PA to schedule an assessment.
How cognition communication therapy can help
Our SLPs will start with taking a medical history and doing a complete evaluation. Based on your diagnosis or the diagnosis of your loved one, they will develop a therapy program to improve cognition and communication.
Examples of interventions may include:
- Memory strategies, including visual prompts/cues
- Supportive interventions for the home
- Family training
Cognitive-communication therapy aims to maximize an individual’s ability to convey their wants and needs independently. This takes a coordinated effort from the individual, health care provider, and family. We are here to develop this program for you or your loved one.
Call our clinic today
If you or someone you care about could benefit from this kind of therapy, give Optimal Home Rehab in the greater Philadelphia area of PA a call today. Our experienced therapists will help you figure out what has affected your communication abilities and help you to make improvements that make your life easier.