Onward Speech

Onward Speech In-home and virtual speech therapy services for all ages in the Bucks and Montgomery County areas.

Happy September! 🍂The leaves aren’t the only thing changing this fall🍁 Our Parkinson’s Voice Group is moving to Wednesda...
09/01/2026

Happy September! 🍂

The leaves aren’t the only thing changing this fall🍁

Our Parkinson’s Voice Group is moving to Wednesdays starting TOMORROW! Same time, same place, new day. Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2, at 1:00 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Warrington. Link in the bio to register!

Onward Speech is also now accepting new clients on Mondays starting September 14!

Here’s a snapshot at my current availability, but keep in mind, time slots are flexible depending on if you need treatment in the office, at home, or in the community.

Call 267-483-7180 to schedule your initial visit 🤗

Curious George helped me customize our friend’s AAC device this week to read this fun High-Five Animals book together! W...
08/28/2026

Curious George helped me customize our friend’s AAC device this week to read this fun High-Five Animals book together! We loved practicing animal names and sounds while high-fiving the animals and each other. George even played too!

AAC is so much more than preprogrammed buttons! Adding books is one of my favorite ways to engage kiddos and make communication fun for EVERYONE…bonus points if you use their favorite toys or siblings to model new words! George was a great model this week🐵

All communication is valid always🫶🏻

kinda chic to be a speech language pathologist 🫶🏻
08/02/2026

kinda chic to be a speech language pathologist 🫶🏻

Love my Mondays 🥰
07/13/2026

Love my Mondays 🥰

Turn holiday activities into language learning fun! 🇺🇸It might be too hot to go to any community events this Fourth of J...
07/04/2026

Turn holiday activities into language learning fun! 🇺🇸

It might be too hot to go to any community events this Fourth of July, but there is plenty to do at home! You can ALWAYS incorporate new vocabulary and following directions while playing games, splashing in the water, blowing bubbles, getting creative, or making something new!

If your little one enjoys watching fireworks, bonus points for describing what you hear, see, and smell!

Wishing you and your family nothing but love and fun this Fourth of July weekend❤️🤍💙

Navigating diet modifications can be STRESSFUL...especially considering different doctors, nurses, hospitals, and care f...
07/03/2026

Navigating diet modifications can be STRESSFUL...especially considering different doctors, nurses, hospitals, and care facilities use different terminology.

The International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative, or IDDSI, has specific guidelines for each diet level and how people can adapt their meals to fit their swallowing needs.

IDDSI’s website has INCREDIBLE free resources that specify the exact consistency of each diet level and how to prepare it safely for yourself or your loved one.

Check out some of these ideas for each diet level that require minimal to no effort🤗

Dysphagia is more than an inconvenience. It can have serious consequences if left untreated. Dysphagia can lead to:❗️As...
07/02/2026

Dysphagia is more than an inconvenience. It can have serious consequences if left untreated.

Dysphagia can lead to:

❗️Aspiration pneumonia when food or liquid enters the airway and lungs, causing infection
❗️Malnutrition and dehydration due to difficulty eating or drinking enough to meet the body’s needs
❗️Compromised overall health, including weakness, slower healing, increased hospitalizations, and a decline in quality of life
❗️The possible need for alternative nutrition, such as a feeding tube, when swallowing is no longer safe or adequate
❗️ Psychological effects, including anxiety around eating, social isolation, loss of enjoyment during mealtimes, and depression
❗️In severe cases, dysphagia can be life-threatening, particularly when aspiration or poor nutrition go untreated.

Recognizing the signs of dysphagia early and seeking treatment can help reduce these risks and support safer, more enjoyable eating, but more important, lead to a long and healthy life.

Concerned about you or your loved one’s swallowing? Call 267-483-7180 for a free consultation.

Some symptoms of dysphagia are more obvious than others. Coughing or choking during meals? Obvious. Weight loss or lengt...
07/01/2026

Some symptoms of dysphagia are more obvious than others. Coughing or choking during meals? Obvious. Weight loss or lengthy meal times? Not obvious.

Having one, some, or many of these symptoms can be suspicious for dysphagia and can lead to serious consequences including...

❗️malnutrition
❗️dehydration
❗️aspiration pneumonia
❗️compromised general health
❗️depression
❗️anxiety
❗️need for alternative means of nutrition (feeding tube)
❗️death

If you or someone you love is showing signs of dysphagia, call 267-483-7180 for a free consultation!

Did you know??? 1 in 25 is A LOT of people...and that number might not even be accurate! Yes, it could be MORE.According...
06/30/2026

Did you know??? 1 in 25 is A LOT of people...and that number might not even be accurate! Yes, it could be MORE.

According to ✨ Dr. Asha✨⚕️💟 “Dysphagia cuts across so many diseases and age groups that its true prevalence in adult populations is not fully known and is often underestimated.”

Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder that can involve the oral cavity (mouth), pharynx (throat), esophagus, and/or gastroesophageal junction (AKA where your esophagus meets your stomach).

Some diagnoses associated with dysphagia are...

👉Parkinson’s
👉Stroke
👉ALS
👉Alzheimer’s & other forms of dementia
👉Cancer
👉GERD
👉COPD
👉Spinal Cord Injury
👉Brain Injury..and more because dysphagia doesn’t discriminate🤷🏼‍♀️

Having difficulty chewing or swallowing? Call 267-483-7180 for a free consultation!

Mealtimes can become a challenge for people living with dementia, but a few simple changes can make a big difference! As...
06/30/2026

Mealtimes can become a challenge for people living with dementia, but a few simple changes can make a big difference!

As dementia progresses, changes in memory, attention, and swallowing can impact a person’s ability to eat safely throughout the day. Supporting nutrition isn’t just about what’s on the plate, it’s about creating an environment where eating feels safe, familiar, and enjoyable!

Every person with dementia is different, and what works for one may not work for another. Sometimes, a simple change to the environment works wonders. Other times, we might need to get a little more creative. Try some of these tips with your loved one and see what works best for them!

If you’re noticing weight loss, poor intake, coughing during meals, or longer mealtimes, it may be time for a swallowing evaluation with your local SLP.

Save this post for later, share it with a caregiver, and reach out if you have questions about swallowing or nutrition in dementia. We’re always here to help!

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