by Amanda Pahl | Sep 14, 2021 | General information, Reading, Speech & Language
A great way to build and support language development during the early childhood years is through shared storybook reading! Picture books are a wonderful way to create a shared reading experience. Picture books pique a child’s interests as picture books typically...
by Amanda Pahl | Jul 20, 2021 | Adult Services, Community, Emerge programs, General information, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Speech & Language, Uncategorized
Does Emerge treat adults? Yes! We offer speech therapy and occupational therapy for adults. We are happy to announce that we are now in-network for Medicare clients! Do I have to sit at a small table or be in a gym with kids? No. We have various treatment rooms set up...
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 9, 2021 | AAC, Adult Services, General information, Speech & Language
Aphasia is a language impairment that usually occurs after a stroke or other brain injury. It can cause difficulty with speaking, understanding language, reading, and/or writing. Aphasia may present differently in different people, but it does not affect...
by Amanda Pahl | May 25, 2021 | Emerge programs, Fine motor activities, General information, Gross Motor, Infant Development, Play, Toys
Do you have an infant at home? Are you looking for fun, outside activities this summer? Join Dr. Sarah as she explains the benefits of water play and fun ideas you can try at home with your infant! Water play is a great way for infants to work on developing their...
by Molly Kolstad | Apr 13, 2021 | Autism, Emerge programs, General information, Speech & Language
ASL is an abbreviation for “American Sign Language,” which is a rich language used by many Deaf people to communicate. It has its own syntax, grammar, and culture. ASL is also the 3rd most used language in the United States! As speech therapists, we often use single...
by Molly Kolstad | Apr 5, 2021 | Emerge programs, General information, Gross Motor, Physical Therapy
Core strength is so important for our daily activities! Even though we might not think about using our core it is always working! Our core muscles include the abdominals, back extensors and muscles at our hips. The core muscles are active (or should be!) for most...
