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Title: The Apraxia Foundation Podcast: Advocating for Childhood Apraxia of Speech in Michigan

Description:
In this episode of The Apraxia Foundation Podcast, join host Mikayla Treynor, founder of Sandy Speaks Therapy (Instagram: @sandyspeakstherapy), as she delves into the crucial advocacy efforts aimed at addressing childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) in the state of Michigan.

Mikayla sits down with representatives from The Apraxia Foundation to explore the challenges faced by children with CAS in Michigan and the strides being made in advocating for their rights to access comprehensive communication support, including Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) methods.

Listeners will gain insight into the initiatives undertaken by The Apraxia Foundation to raise awareness, educate policymakers, and enact change in policies and services to better serve children with CAS and their families across Michigan. From legislative advocacy to community outreach, discover the multifaceted approach employed to ensure that every child has the opportunity to communicate effectively and thrive.

Tune in to this enlightening conversation and learn how you can contribute to the ongoing efforts to support individuals with CAS and promote inclusive communication practices in Michigan and beyond. Don't miss this empowering episode of The Apraxia Foundation Podcast.

Join the conversation as we discuss strategies to supporting motor speech at home based on new research by Dr. Aravind Namasivayam and colleagues (2023)! Dr. Jenn Moore, SLP and clinician also joins us to discuss how she helps families incorporate practice at home!



Link to research article: https://pubs.asha.org/doi/full/10.1044/2023_JSLHR-23-00070



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Dr. Aravind Namasivayam

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Dr. Jenn Moore

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drmoorespeech/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/drmoorespeech

Join us as we chat with the phenomenal Cari Ebert M.S. CCC-SLP discussing neurodiversity affirming care in speech therapy. Cari has extensive knowledge in childhood apraxia of speech as a clinician, speaker, and mom to a child with CAS. In addition, she is a passionate advocate for the neurodivergent community! Come take a listen!

In this podcast episode, join us with our friend, Wes, as we talk about LGBT+ affirming practices and speak about creating a safe space for individuals in the speech & language pathology room. We speak on how SLP's cab incorporate gender affirming practices in their sessions to be sure we are supporting our loved ones with apraxia of speech!SLPs

In this episode, Rachel Archambault CCC-SLP discusses her journey in focusing on trauma informed care in speech language pathology. Some traumas may be caused by having a childhood disability and professionals need to be mindful not to cause more trauma or re-traumatize. Don't miss this important episode and topic!

Let's discuss Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) with Katja Piscitelli from BOHOSPEECHIE on Instagram. We discuss what AAC is, the myths behind AAC, the ableism behind AAC, how AAC can help a child with apraxia, and more.

More about Katja:

Katja Piscitelli is a California-based speech-language pathologist specializing in supporting autistic students, gestalt language processors, and AAC users. She owns a private practice: Total Spectrum Speech Therapy INC and educates parents and professionals through her Instagram page @bohospeechie

Learn more at theapraxiafoundation.org and donate today.