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Service Description

Qualified Speech Language Pathologist provide services including: 

  • Assessment of the communication skills of the child or the adult
  • Development of home-based and facility-based programs
  • Provision of information pertinent to the need and circumstance
  • Seminars and workshops for consumers and service providers

The Speech and Language Services address the following issues:

  • Preschool children and adults with voice problems
  • Breakdowns in the fluency of the child’s/adult’s speech (stuttering)
  • The application of Alternative and Augmentative Communication strategies for nonverbal individuals and individuals with limited communication skills.

The Partners in Communication Program was developed for preschool children who achieved minimum success utilizing traditional intervention strategies. This approach includes a program partner who conducts the home-program for the parent/s.

Some services may not be offered every day. Please contact the facility for complete information or service availability.

Eligibility

Preschool children with delays and adults with Stroke, Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Alzheimer’s, and neurological impairments.

Application Process

Referrals may be received from the family or a professional service.

Service Website

www.hrha.sk.ca/programs-services/community-based-services/Pages/Speech-and-Language-Services.aspx

Email

heartland@hrha.sk.ca

Coverage Area

Heartland Health Region

Languages Offered

English

Biggar and District Health Centre

Address

501 1st Avenue West
Biggar SK  S0K 0M0

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Mailing Address

PO Box 130
Biggar SK  S0K 0M0

Location Info

Accessibility

Wheelchair access - call for details or special appointment req'd

EMS: 306-948-3323 ext 2749

Home Care: 306-948-3323

Community Health Services/School Health Program: 306-948-3323 ext 2730​​

Biggar Physicians: 306-948-3331

Fax: 306-948-2011

Hotline: 8-1-1

HealthLine: 24/7 Professional health advice or mental health support

Business Line: 306-948-3323

Website

www.hrha.sk.ca/health-facilities/Pages/Biggar.aspx

Email

heartland@hrha.sk.ca

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