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Speech Therapy, at home.

Recover communication, cognition, and safe swallowing after stroke or illness — with advanced techniques like VitalStim, at home.

Communication & Swallowing · ST · SLP

What this service does.

Our speech-language pathologists (SLPs) help patients recover three things nothing else can replace: the ability to communicate, to think clearly, and to eat and drink safely. Therapy addresses speech clarity, language, memory and problem-solving, and swallowing disorders (dysphagia).

For swallowing recovery we offer VitalStim therapy — a specialized electrical-stimulation treatment that helps retrain swallowing muscles, meaning some patients can return to eating the foods they love sooner and more safely.

What's included

  • Speech clarity and language recovery after stroke
  • Swallowing (dysphagia) evaluation and treatment
  • VitalStim electrical-stimulation swallowing therapy
  • Cognitive therapy: memory, attention & problem-solving
  • Safe-diet texture recommendations and family training
  • Communication strategies and alternative-communication tools
Real-Life Examples

When families need this.

01

After a Stroke

Words won't come, or food goes down wrong. An SLP rebuilds both — communication and safe swallowing — visit by visit.

02

Coughing at Meals

Coughing or choking while eating is a warning sign of aspiration, which can cause pneumonia. A swallowing evaluation at home can prevent a crisis.

03

Memory Changes

When thinking and memory start interfering with daily safety, cognitive therapy provides strategies that help patients stay sharp and independent.

What to Expect

How it works.

01

Evaluation

Your SLP assesses speech, cognition, and swallowing — including diet safety.

02

A Targeted Plan

Therapy focuses on your specific goals: clearer speech, safer meals, sharper recall.

03

Active Sessions

Exercises, techniques, and technology like VitalStim, with family included.

04

Measurable Progress

Diet upgrades and communication wins you can see at the dinner table.

From a Real Family
There is the speech therapist who uses VitalStim (a device that gets my husband swallowing so much better than without it).
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Ed S. · 5-star Yelp review
★★★★★
Top 5%
In the Nation · SHP Best 2023

Every service we provide is delivered by the same team ranked in the Top 5% of home health agencies nationwide for patient satisfaction — ACHC-accredited, Medicare-certified, and rated 5 stars on Yelp.

Good Questions

Speech Therapy FAQs.

VitalStim is an FDA-cleared electrical-stimulation therapy that helps retrain the muscles used for swallowing — delivered by our specially trained speech therapists during treatment sessions.

Yes — SLPs treat cognitive-communication: memory, attention, organization, and problem-solving strategies that support safe, independent living.

Physician-ordered home speech therapy is covered by Medicare and most plans — typically $0 out of pocket for eligible Medicare patients.

Think your loved one needs speech therapy?

One conversation is all it takes — we'll answer your questions, verify coverage, and handle the physician coordination. Most Medicare patients pay $0 out of pocket.