May is Speech and Hearing Month in Canada. Each year, this provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication health, provide resources, and highlight the importance of early detection and intervention of communication disorders.
The OCDSB invites parents and caregivers to a virtual Speech and Hearing Open House on May 10, 2023. Learn more and register.
In addition to Speech and Hearing Month, Apraxia Awareness Day is recognized on May 14. Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a rare but severe motor speech disorder that affects nearly one in 1,000 children. Apraxia Awareness Day aims to bring children, families, and community members together to advocate and raise awareness about CAS.
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