Evaluation: The length of each evaluation is based on the type and severity of the disorder. The following evaluations are available:
- Articulation - difficulties producing sounds including apraxia and dysarthria.
- Voice - quality of voice such as vocal abuse and others.
- Stuttering - dysfluency.
- Language - receptive and expressive language challenges/comprehending spoken language,
communicating thoughts, feelings and experiences.
- Social Communication - social language pragmatics.
- Aphasia - the loss of speech and language abilities resulting from a stroke or head injury.
- Language Disabilities - reading and writing.
Therapy: Therapy services can be delivered in the following manner:
- Therapy can be 1:1 and individualized to meet the client’s and the family’s needs. Therapy is typically 30
to 45 minutes in duration depending on the client’s ability to sustain attention and concentration.
- Therapy can also be provided in small groups of 2 or 3 depending on similar needs of each client. Group
sessions are always 60 minutes in duration. Please note that due to Covid-19, Group Therapy Sessions are temporarily on hold until further notice.
- Settings are as follows: Beyond Words Bermuda Office (preferred setting); School (permission granted
by the school officials) and Home (depending on the mobility of the client).
NOTE: If the client has had an extensive overseas assessment within the last 4 to 6 months by another provider, the client can begin therapy without a formal assessment. Reports will be needed before the start of therapy.
Consultation: If the client is involved with other care providers such as Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Tutors, Occupational and Physiotherapists then regular team meetings can be organized to build a network of support and working strategies to enhance the client’s skills. Please note that consultations are not covered by insurance.
Education: To present workshops designed to educate participants about Speech and Language Disorders, the impact on academics and social behavior and strategies for skill development.
Financial: Please contact Beyond Words Bermuda for a detailed list of costs for each of the areas of available service.
- Articulation - difficulties producing sounds including apraxia and dysarthria.
- Voice - quality of voice such as vocal abuse and others.
- Stuttering - dysfluency.
- Language - receptive and expressive language challenges/comprehending spoken language,
communicating thoughts, feelings and experiences.
- Social Communication - social language pragmatics.
- Aphasia - the loss of speech and language abilities resulting from a stroke or head injury.
- Language Disabilities - reading and writing.
Therapy: Therapy services can be delivered in the following manner:
- Therapy can be 1:1 and individualized to meet the client’s and the family’s needs. Therapy is typically 30
to 45 minutes in duration depending on the client’s ability to sustain attention and concentration.
- Therapy can also be provided in small groups of 2 or 3 depending on similar needs of each client. Group
sessions are always 60 minutes in duration. Please note that due to Covid-19, Group Therapy Sessions are temporarily on hold until further notice.
- Settings are as follows: Beyond Words Bermuda Office (preferred setting); School (permission granted
by the school officials) and Home (depending on the mobility of the client).
NOTE: If the client has had an extensive overseas assessment within the last 4 to 6 months by another provider, the client can begin therapy without a formal assessment. Reports will be needed before the start of therapy.
Consultation: If the client is involved with other care providers such as Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Tutors, Occupational and Physiotherapists then regular team meetings can be organized to build a network of support and working strategies to enhance the client’s skills. Please note that consultations are not covered by insurance.
Education: To present workshops designed to educate participants about Speech and Language Disorders, the impact on academics and social behavior and strategies for skill development.
Financial: Please contact Beyond Words Bermuda for a detailed list of costs for each of the areas of available service.
