Speech Therapy

Speech Therapy

Communication Support That Restores Confidence

Our certified and licensed Speech Therapists are here to support you every step of the way. With their expertise in diagnosing and treating communication challenges like aphasia, voice control issues, and cognitive impairments, our therapists guide you through personalized and targeted exercises to help rebuild your speech and communication skills. Additionally, our Speech-Language Pathologists specialize in targeted therapies for swallowing disorders (dysphagia), ensuring that you regain control over every aspect of communication and swallowing. We are committed to empowering you to achieve your full potential, helping you reclaim your voice and independence.

A Place to Feel at Home

Residents receive supportive, one-on-one guidance in a warm environment that encourages progress and confidence. Family engagement is welcomed to reinforce effective communication strategies.

What Residents Can Expect

  • Diagnosing and treatment – full evaluations of continued challenges, progress and goals achieved to helping you reclaim your independence.
  • Personalized therapy plans –  taolored to your goals with success in mind
  • Available six days a week – to work with your schedule
  • Safe eating and communication – protecting you as you build skills & capabilities
  • Care Coordination – with nursing and dietary teams
  • Transportation – for essential appointments

Locations offering this service

Georgia
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Journey is proud to offer Speech Therapy across 11 welcoming locations in Georgia, providing compassionate care and support tailored to each resident’s needs.

Indiana
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Journey is proud to offer Speech Therapy at Morgantown Woods in Indiana, providing compassionate, tailored support to each resident’s needs.

Kentucky
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Journey is proud to offer Speech Therapy across six welcoming locations in Kentucky, providing compassionate care and support tailored to each resident’s needs.

Maryland
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Journey is proud to offer Speech Therapy at Fredrick Crossing in Maryland, providing compassionate care and support tailored to each resident’s needs.

Ohio
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Journey is proud to offer Speech Therapy across two welcoming locations in Ohio, providing compassionate care and support tailored to each resident’s needs.

West Virginia
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Journey is proud to offer Speech Therapy across three welcoming locations in West Virginia, providing compassionate care and support tailored to each resident’s needs.

FAQs

What is Speech Therapy?
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Speech Therapy addresses communication and swallowing disorders through targeted exercises and treatments (as defined by the National Institute of Health (NIH))

Who benefits from Speech Therapy?
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Individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, illness, cognitive decline, or swallowing difficulties are most likely to benefit from Speech Therapy in a skilled nursing setting.

What swallowing support is available?
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Therapists provide specialized dysphagia (swallowing problem) treatment to support safe eating and hydration in Journey skilled nursing facilities.

Is Speech Therapy offered at all Journey communities?
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Yes, all of our Journey care communities offer Speech Therapy.

What makes Journey's approach unique?
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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologists deliver individualized therapy using evidence-based techniques as part of our customized standard of care.