A Day in the Life of This SLP: Gratitude is Mutual
Category : A Day in the Life of This SLP , Blog
Twenty Years Ago
You entered my office with your parents as an adorable 18 month old toddler…and we began our work together!
Children's Communication Center, Inc. ♦ Lori Savage Grayson, MMSc, CCC-SLP, FSL ♦ Practicing Speech-Language Pathology Since 1979 ♦ Founder ♦ Director ♦ Owner
A Day in the Life of This SLP: Gratitude is Mutual
- July 3, 2020
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- April 5, 2020
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SLP Telepractice Success
Category : Blog , SLP Telepractice
And So It Begins…
One week after what was to be Spring Break for our Tallahassee area families, this Center started providing our Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Telepractice Services.
- March 17, 2020
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Telepractice Services
Category : Blog , SLP Telepractice
COVID19 UPDATE:
As the Founder and Director of Children’s Communication Center, I want to assure you that we are committed to the health and safety of you and your family. Therefore, based on the current recommendations for social distancing, we have transitioned to the sole use of our Telepractice for Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) services.
The coronavirus has rearranged our lives and schedules, but we are determined to continue providing SLP & related services to our current, alum, and new families through our Telepractice.
We know the importance of routines for our little ones, and if we are honest, all of us. Our use of Telepractice will establish consistency and familiarity during this challenging time. And, that will be beneficial for each of us. Stay safe and well!
“See” you soon,
Introducing Our Telepractice
Welcome to Children’s Communication Center’s newest option for providing our high quality, well managed, and professional Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) and Corporate Speech Communication (CSCS) services.
Based on guidelines from The American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association, the term Telepractice has been adopted for our SLP services. However, you may also hear the terms telehealth, teletherapy, telemedicine, telespeech and speech teletherapy.
What is Telepractice?
Telepractice connects you (the client/patient) to the us (the Speech-Language Pathologist) at a different location. The addition of telepractice will allow us to expand how we deliver our SLP services to your and your families.
Telepractice is not a different service, rather it is a different option for delivering our services.
How Does Telepractice Work?
The platform that we select for our SLP telepractice will allow us to communicate via the internet. You/your family will incur no additional fees or need any special device programs. However, you will need to have a reliable internet connection, a computer or device with a webcam, and speakers or headset.
Is Telepractice Effective?
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), “Telepractice has been used to evaluate and treat people of all ages. Researchers have found few differences between telepractice and in-person services…”
Telepractice is used widely with toddlers through adults for the full range of SLP & related services.
Answers To Common Questions
When Will Telepractice Be Available?
Our Director, Lori Savage Grayson, designed this Center’s telepractice option with a roll out date corresponding with May is Better Hearing and Speech Month 2020 where the theme will be “Communication at Work”. Our telepractice services launched in March 2020.
What About In-Person Sessions?
Telepractice sessions are in addition to our current delivery service options. Together with the SLP, each family will determine the best option. No one delivery service excludes another. So, you can schedule in-person and/or with telepractice as appropriate.
What Is The Training For Providing Telepractice Services?
While there are no specific requirements, ASHA does recommend that “…professionals need training or experience to deliver services at a distance.” We are proud to share that our Director, has both!
How Do I Learn More?
Please contact us to learn how our Speech-Language Pathology, Corporate Speech Communication and Consultation telepractice services may benefit you or your family.
- June 17, 2019
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Fabulous Family Fun #2 (Hint: Chocolate is involved)
Category : Blog , Fabulous Family Fun
25 Family Activities Celebrating 25 Years!
We are celebrating with you and sharing 25 activities enjoyed by our families over the past 25 years.
We all know that summer requires shade and indoor options, but most of the activities can be adapted to year round fun!
Edible Kitchen Science!
YaYa’s in the Kitchen creating chocolate chip brownies with fresh organic raspberries and local organic blueberries from Green Meadows Farm (GMF).
YaYa and YoYo were in the blueberry fields on opening day 2019 at GMF.
Since many families have a favorite brownie recipe or mix, use what you prefer or try a new recipe. Then, add 1 cup of fresh berries and fold them gently into your batter.
YES, YaYa also added 1/2 cup of chocolate chips!
You can use one berry or any combination that works for your family. If you choose strawberries or blackberries, you may want to slice or quarter them.
We suggest that you allow your little ones choose the type of berries and the topping.
Today, YaYa sprinkled the top of the batter with sliced almonds before baking. But, you can stir nuts into the batter or omit nuts if that is not your “thing”.
Be sure to visit YaYa’s other recipes for more family baking fun!
Do You Have Concerns?
If you have a specific speech, language, literacy, communication or social skills concern, do not hesitate to contact us!
Our Director, Lori Savage Grayson, will be glad to speak with you and answer your questions about how Speech-Language Pathology services with Children’s Communication Center might benefit your family.
NOTE: These family activity posts are meant to show that daily activities are beneficial to the development of SLP and related skills. However, the posts are not intended to replace SLP or other professional services.
- June 16, 2019
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Fabulous Family Fun #1
Category : Blog , Fabulous Family Fun
25 Family Activities Celebrating 25 Years!
We are celebrating with you and sharing 25 activities enjoyed by this Center’s families over the past 25 years.
We all know that summer requires shade and indoor options, but most of the activities can be adapted to year round fun!
So let the fun begin…
Starting with our #1 hit, Gooey Goop & Slippery Slime!
To increase easy clean up, use aprons and table & floor coverings!
Since pictures are helpful, be sure to visit the recipe for details and a preview!
For other edible and non-edible family kitchen science activities, visit YaYa’s in the Kitchen.
Each of our 25 Fabulous Family Fun activities allows for language, literacy, learning, communication and social interaction opportunities.
Be sure to include your little ones, your older children and teens as well.
Do You Have Concerns?
If you have a specific speech, language, literacy, communication or social skills concern, do not hesitate to contact us!
Our Director, Lori Savage Grayson, will be glad to speak with you and answer your questions about how Speech-Language Pathology services with Children’s Communication Center might benefit your family.
NOTE: These family activity posts are meant to show that daily activities are beneficial to the development of SLP and related skills. However, the posts are not intended to replace SLP or other professional services.
- June 16, 2019
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Fabulous Family Fun
Category : Blog , Fabulous Family Fun
Are You Wondering…
what you can do at home to help your child?
We are glad you asked!
Our children have the opportunity to expand their communication skills (speech, language, literacy, learning, and social skills) daily through their interactions with peers and adults in their lives.
With or without a specific Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) challenge or need, our children can benefit from their every day interactions.
No Parent Needs More Homework
Early in her Speech-Language Pathology career, our Director, Lori Savage Grayson, learned an important lesson from a parent.
While offering a parent ideas for a home program, the parent asked a then very new Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), “Do you have children? Do you have a secret for fitting these extra assignments into our daily schedule?
It was that moment, that the new SLP realized the best avenue for helping parents was to learn more about EACH family’s routines. To brain-storm with the parent/s and customize the home program. By sharing activities that fit into EACH family’s daily living schedule, families were more more likely to be successful.
Now, 40 years later, Ms. Grayson proudly continues this practice by showing parents how to tweak their interactions and enhance their child’s skills, infants through young adults.
Clearly, no parent or family needs another assignment or homework, but each of us can learn to be a more effective and efficient communicator no matter one’s age!
Celebrating 25 Years!
This year our Center began our 25th year celebration during May for Better Hearing & Speech Month.
Now, we invite you to join our celebration with 25+ Fabulous Family Fun activities!
Each activity naturally encourages aspects of speech, language, literacy, learning, communication and social skill development!
Show & Tell
Our Show & Tell program for children and parents allows families to enjoy learning natural gestures, sign language, play skills and social interaction!
Share Your Favorite…
Do you have a favorite family activity? Please send us suggestions, and we will share with other families!
Do You Have Concerns?
If you have a specific speech, language, literacy, communication or social skills concern, do not hesitate to contact us!
Our Director, Lori Savage Grayson, will be glad to speak with you and answer your questions about how Speech-Language Pathology services with Children’s Communication Center might benefit your family.
NOTE: These family activity posts are meant to show that daily activities are beneficial to the development of SLP and related skills. However, the posts are not intended to replace SLP or other professional services.
If you have a specific speech, language, literacy, communication or social skills concern, do not hesitate to contact us!
NOTE: These family activity posts are meant to show that daily activities are beneficial to the development of SLP and related skills. However, the posts are not intended to replace SLP or other professional services.
- August 5, 2018
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Philanthropy Share: Foster Love Tallahassee
Philanthropy Shares Are Year-Round
Children’s Communication Center (CCC) is thrilled to support community partners and events throughout the year with our Philanthropy Share campaign.
This month our Philanthropy Share features a new community grassroots effort, Foster Love Tallahassee.
- July 16, 2018
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YaYa’s in the Kitchen: Peach & Blueberry Crumble
Category : Blog , Summer News , YaYa's in the Kitchen
What’s a YaYa to Do?
When a box arrives on a Saturday afternoon and your husband suggests you open it, well you open it!
A new beautiful pie plate inside with a sweet note, “A treat for YaYa’s Kitchen!”
It is true, life is timing as YoYo just picked tomatoes at a local farm and also came home with fresh Georgia peaches. Our fridge and freezer are also filled with hand-picked with local organic blueberries the two weekends prior.
Hmmm…What’s a YaYa to do? 
- July 15, 2018
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YaYa’s in the Kitchen: Apple Cinnamon Cake
Category : Blog , Summer News , YaYa's in the Kitchen
Apple Cinnamon Cake
YaYa’s in the Kitchen baking Apple Cinnamon Cake! The Center’s busy summer schedule means I’ve been away from baking for too long, so here goes…
The whole house is filled with the aroma of cinnamon, apples & toasted pecans!
- May 31, 2018
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Apraxia Awareness Month 2018
Category : Better Hearing & Speech Month , Blog , Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Awareness of Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Thank you to the Tallahassee Democrat for highlighting the importance of childhood apraxia of speech during May Is Better Hearing & Speech Month which coincides with Apraxia Awareness Month!
Apraxia Awareness, Tallahassee Democrat, May 29, 2018