Introduction to the Program
You wear many different hats in life! In this video, you will hear from a speech-therapist mom whose child encountered language difficulties early on. Find out why she then decided to develop Blooming Words.
Program Overview
What is the Blooming Words intervention tool? Who is it for? How can it contribute to children’s language development? Answer all these questions and more by watching this video.
Language Development Screening Tool
Detecting language difficulties concerns each and every one of us. If you are concerned about a child, you can take a look at the Language Development Screening Tool. You will then have a broad idea of the stage of language development corresponding to their age. You will also see where the child stands in relation to the usual language development of most children.
Awareness-Raising Videos on Language Difficulties
Speech Problems: Why?
Find out what can cause speech problems.
Consequences of Speech Problems
Language difficulties can have repercussions on a child’s development. What are the possible consequences?
Misconceptions and Realities about Language
You may have heard all sorts of rumours, facts or fiction about language. These videos will debunk the following misconceptions:
- It Will Work Itself Out
- A Matter of Personality?
- Boys Speak Later
- Challenge or Laziness?
- Active or Talkative?
- Learning Multiple Languages
All the misconceptions
Choose a misconception of interest
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Go to our library to learn more about Blooming Words and discover its human, social and economic impact. There, you will also find all the program documentation.
Before Starting...
The Blooming Words program is beneficial for all children, with or without language difficulties. Nevertheless, if you are concerned about a child’s language, the program should ideally be preceded by a few preliminary steps:
- Detecting language difficulties
- Making a request for speech therapy
Screening for Language Difficulties
When language difficulties are suspected, it is recommended to use validated screening tools. These are questionnaires and observation checklists used to compare the child with other children of the same age, based on scores.
In Quebec, contact your nearest CLSC for free access to the Agir tôt screening platform. A resource person can help you complete the screening tools, interpret the results and refer the child to the appropriate services. Screening tools are available not only for language, but also for other development areas (e.g., motor skills, behaviour, socialization, sleep).
Making a Request for Speech Therapy
For children aged 0 to 5, all you have to do is call your nearest health centre to make a request for speech therapy. The receptionist will be able to guide you through the process.
In most regions, you do not need a doctor’s referral to consult a speech therapist. In Quebec, for example, the Agir tôt screening platform may be offered as a pre-referral service.
Starting a Language Stimulation Program
Language stimulation is everyone’s business! There is no need to wait for speech therapy to support your child’s development. The Blooming Words program offers a series of language stimulation training sessions to become familiar with simple, practical and effective language stimulation techniques. Techniques you will be able to use every day with fun!
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