Broad Horizons Speech Therapy featured on Jacksonville Momcast
In Episode 32: Calonda Henry, a Jacksonville mom, and the founder of Broad Horizons Speech Therapy chats with Jacksonville Momcast about speech and language development for kids, when to get an evaluation, and goes over a little bit about what types of services are available to kids who need some…
As Featured in Essence Magazine
Calonda Henry, M.S. CCC-SLP, clinical director and owner of Broad Horizons Speech Therapy, a private practice based in Jacksonville, Florida spoke with ESSENCE about how difficult it can be to process an autism diagnosis. Read the full article here: https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/autism-diagnosis/
Broad Horizons Speech Therapy is proud to be an approved Family Empowerment Scholarship Provider
Florida Department of Education’s Family Empowerment Scholarship provides eligible students, ages 3-22, scholarship money to be used for approved services such as speech therapy. The Family Empowerment Scholarship allows parents to access specialty services and educational opportunities to create a personalized educational plan to meet their child’s unique needs and…
Does My Child Need Speech Therapy for a Lisp?
Ah….the cute and adorable toddler years that bring about the s-sounds and z-sounds produced with the tongue (often referred to as “baby-talk”). Most children will outgrow this production pattern as they get older, however it is not uncommon if they don’t. Once children begin to grow in sound developments continue…
Speech + Language IEP’s during COVID-19
Speech and language impairments are ranked second amongst disabilities in school-aged children receiving ESE (Exceptional Student Education) services or often referred to as “special education”. Children across the United States are receiving services to address these impairments under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). This is the most important law…
Language Activities while Social Distancing
Social Distancing continues to be a topic of discussion across the nation. Many parents feel anxious about the unknown and figuring out ways to keep their kids busy. Don’t let social distancing get you down! There are many fun activities you can do with your child at home during this…
Phonological Awareness vs Phonemic Awareness
Phonological awareness? Phonemic awareness? Aren’t they the same thing anyway? Believe it or not, these two terms are often used interchangeably as if their meanings are exactly same. Are you ready for this? They actually aren’t. Let’s break down these terms and discuss how they differ. Both phonological awareness and…