Speech-Language Services

Our Speech and Language Service supports children within the Alberni Valley and West Coast. This service is a partnership between Outreach Therapy and Island Health. Referrals are received centrally through the Early Intervention Team (EIT) and there is a process to determine which SLP service will be the most appropriate for each family. For more information regarding how eligibility is determined for each program please contact us. 

Our speech-language services support children who may need help with talking, understanding language, or communicating with others. We work closely with families to support each child’s unique communication needs and build strong early language skills.

What our speech-language pathologists do

• Check in on how your child is developing communication skills
• Work with you to set meaningful goals based on your child’s abilities and your concerns
• Share helpful strategies and activities to support your child’s communication at home

You can reach out directly if you’re wondering about your child’s speech or language development. We support children with a wide range of needs, including:

• Difficulty understanding words or following instructions
• Trouble saying sounds or words clearly
• Delays in using words to express needs or ideas
• Challenges with social interaction
• Hearing loss
• Cleft lip or palate
• Stuttering or getting stuck on words
• Developmental delays or autism
• Voice differences (pitch, volume, or quality)
• Weak oral muscles or concerns with swallowing

We’re here to help you support your child’s communication in a fun, supportive way that works for your family!