Special Education for Speech and Language Impairments | Cadabams CDC
Watching your child struggle to be understood is heartbreaking. Special education for speech and language impairments combines expert therapy, tailored lesson plans, and family guidance so every child can communicate with confidence. At Cadabams CDC, we have spent 30+ years turning hesitant first words into clear, joyful conversations.
1. Quick Overview: Special Education for Speech & Language Impairments
What Are Speech & Language Impairments?
Speech and language impairments are delays or disorders in understanding or producing spoken language. They fall into two broad groups:
- Speech disorders: difficulty with articulation (how sounds are formed), voice quality, or fluency (stuttering).
- Language disorders: trouble understanding words (receptive) or using words to express ideas (expressive).
How Special Education Addresses Speech Language Impairments
Our programs blend special education and speech-language therapy to:
- Improve clarity and vocabulary
- Strengthen listening and social skills
- Reduce frustration and emotional outbursts linked to communication breakdowns
Signs Your Child May Benefit
Look for these red flags:
- Says fewer than 50 words by 24 months
- Leaves out sounds or syllables (“ca” for “cat”)
- Cannot follow two-step instructions by age 3
- Becomes quiet in group settings because talking feels hard
Early help is the strongest predictor of long-term success.
2. Our Specialized Programs & Services
Assessment & Diagnosis
We begin with:
- Standardized speech-language tests
- Hearing screenings
- Observational play sessions
Results are shared in a simple, jargon-free report within 48 hours.
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Every plan includes:
- Specific, measurable goals (e.g., “produce /s/ sound in sentences with 90% accuracy”)
- Therapy frequency and classroom accommodations
- Quarterly progress reviews with parents
One-on-One Speech Language Therapy
- 45-minute sessions, 2–5 times per week
- Uses play, stories, and AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) tools when needed
Group Communication Sessions
Small peer groups (max 4 kids) target:
- Turn-taking
- Story narration
- Social-pragmatic skills
Parent & Teacher Training
- Monthly 60-minute workshops
- Take-home activity sheets
- WhatsApp support group moderated by our clinicians
Step 1: Book Your Free Consultation
Call or fill the online form. Choose a slot that fits your schedule—weekends included.
Step 2: Comprehensive Evaluation
Meet our speech-language pathologist for a 90-minute assessment. Bring any previous school reports.
Step 3: Personalized IEP Creation
Within 7 days, we draft an IEP and set up a 30-minute parent conference to approve goals.
Step 4: Begin Therapy & Monitor Progress
Weekly sessions start. Progress charts are emailed every month; goals are adjusted as needed.
3. Step-by-Step Process to Enroll
Step 1: Book Your Free Consultation
Call or fill the online form. Choose a slot that fits your schedule—weekends included.
Step 2: Comprehensive Evaluation
Meet our speech-language pathologist for a 90-minute assessment. Bring any previous school reports.
Step 3: Personalized IEP Creation
Within 7 days, we draft an IEP and set up a 30-minute parent conference to approve goals.
Step 4: Begin Therapy & Monitor Progress
Weekly sessions start. Progress charts are emailed every month; goals are adjusted as needed.
4. Meet Our Expert Team
- Certified Speech-Language Pathologists: All hold RCI certification and update skills yearly through ASHA-approved courses.
- Special Educators & Child Psychologists: Collaborate to address academic gaps and emotional regulation linked to speech delays.
You’ll always know who is working with your child and why.
5. Why Choose Cadabams CDC
- Over 30 Years of Child Development Expertise: Founded in 1992, we have guided more than 15,000 children.
- Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches: We use PROMPT, Hanen “It Takes Two to Talk,” and PECS backed by peer-reviewed research.
- Family-Centered Care Model: Parents attend every fourth session to learn techniques first-hand.
6. Success Stories
- Arjun, age 4: Could only say 10 single words. After 6 months of therapy and an IEP, he speaks in 5-word sentences and no longer throws tantrums when misunderstood.
- Meher, age 7: Diagnosed with expressive language delay. Group sessions improved her storytelling skills; teachers now rate her participation as “excellent.”
Real outcomes, real smiles.