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The Interactive Metronome™ (IM)
 Practitioners in the field of speech-language pathology recognize the role of motor planning and sequencing
 in the acquisition of speech, language, communication skills, and cognition.

IM is a unique application of technology that can improve those underlying capacities, which are essential to
patients’ development of speech-language and cognitive skills. Through neuroplasticity, the cognitive-motor
exercises that make up IM tasks stimulate the brain to adapt or create new neural pathways that compensate
for injury or developmental delay, which results in functional outcomes.

IM can result in or contribute to improvements in:

  • Language processing
  • Social communication
  • Planning and sequencing
  • Attention, concentration and response time
  • Control of impulsivity and aggression
  • Academic Performance (Increased cognitive processing performances in mathematics, reading, and language skills)
  • Focus and Attention

The Interactive Metronome™ is a 15-session program performed in the clinic. Depending on the pre-test scores, children may be
required to complete pre-synchronization sessions prior to starting the program. At least three sessions a week for 5 weeks are
 recommended and each session is approximately one hour long.

Case Studies indicate that IM has improved the lives of individuals with Autism, Asperger Syndrome, ADHD, Learning Disabilities,
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI),  Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) or Stroke, Sensory Integration Disorder, etc.
For more information about the Interactive Metronome program, visit www.interactivemetronome.com.

Fast ForWord™
Fast ForWord™ is an interactive language-training program from Scientific Learning Corporation. They are
training programs in the form of interactive, computer-based training programs for the language-learning impaired
and are the culmination of 20 years of research surrounding brain plasticity (the scientific principle that the brain
never ceases to learn). These programs are a revolutionary proven approach to rapidly building the skills
necessary for language competence.

The series includes:

Fast ForWord Language™ (focuses on children ages 5-12).

Children, within the Fast ForWord Language™ program, have shown improvement in auditory
processing speed, working memory, serial order processing, phonological awareness,
listening comprehension, syntax, and morphology.  Children who have completed this program are
better able to interact with parents, teachers, and peers. On average students make 1 to 2 years
of language gains after completion of the 4 - 8 week program. These new language skills
empower children to participate in the world in ways that were not possible before Fast ForWord
Language™ training.

            Fast ForWord Language to Reading™ (is a subsequent program used after
                        mastering Fast ForWord Language™ and is available for those up to age 16).

Fast ForWord Language to Reading focuses on the critical elements of language and reading,
which in turn increases the individual's awareness of grammar and syntax.  The program builds
upon and refines the skills learned in Fast ForWord Language™, targets skills required for reading,
and improves phonological awareness, sound letter correspondence, word recognition, listening
comprehension, verbal fluency, and reading fluency. Additionally, the program is used for the
enhancement of spelling, reading, and comprehension. Fast ForWord Language to Reading™
not only expands the language and cognitive skills, but also introduces new skills, by building on
the acquired processed speech skills.

Fast ForWord Middle & High School™ (geared toward adolescents and adults).

The Fast ForWord Middle & High School™ program helps adolescents and adults improve overall
 communication skills, as well as listening, thinking, and reading skills, and may foster participation
 in group or class discussions.

The Fast ForWord™ training program is only available through qualified professionals who have completed a
Scientific Learning Corporation Certification

When we provide Fast ForWord at our clinic, we make efforts to be flexible so that the time is convenient to the
family or the individual. Typically, for a school-aged student during the school year, this means after school.

Earobics
The award-winning Earobics software provides individualized, explicit instruction in all areas of reading, plus
writing.  It is designed to meet the needs of students reading below grade level to achieve accelerated
reading success.  As students engage with the software, the program automatically adjusts based on each
student’s individual strengths and weaknesses. All instruction builds on the strengths of each learner, and
easy-to-read reports help tailor instruction.

Earobics can be incorporated into traditional speech/language therapy, or as an intense program in addition to
traditional therapy.

TalkTools®
 We specialize in the assessment and treatment of clients of all ages and ability levels with muscle-based
communication and/or feeding disorders. It is important to us that each of these clients has access to
muscle-based therapy programs to be used in conjunction with traditional speech and language therapy. 
These programs include the SMILE Program, Horns as Therapy Tools, Straws as Therapy Tools, as well as
other evidenced based therapy programs.

We offer a wide variety of services and therapies aimed not just at treating the individual, but also working with
their parents and caregivers as well.  The programs provided at    A+ TheraTEAM, Inc. focus on remediating
oral muscle-based disorders such as articulation errors, tongue thrust, sensory difficulties/oral-tactile sensitivity,
drooling, lip and tongue control, jaw function, chewing, feeding/pre-feeding, velo-pharyngeal function, etc.


Little Tots Language Learning Group: (requires at least 2 children of approximately same age
and/or function for class to begin):

These classes will provide a positive and fun approach to preschool and kindergarten learning and include
developmentally age appropriate activities to elicit language, develop peer interaction and provide practice
using language skills in a structured environment.  Children with and without disabilities are welcome. 

The program will be provided at our clinic beginning in January 2008.  It will consist of one session per week
for 6 weeks. Each weekly session is 1 ˝ hours in length.


Social Seekers Group:  (requires at least 2 children/adolescents of approximately same age
and/or function for class to begin).

These groups are designed specifically for children or adolescents who need to enhance their social language skills to better
 interact with their peers.

Skills addressed: Turn-taking – Sharing – Problem Solving – Following Directions - Answering Questions - Greetings/closings
– Requesting – Rejecting - Introducing and maintaining a topic - Keeping an audience/not talking over people, etc.

The program will be provided at our clinic beginning in January 2008.  It will consist of one session per week for 6 weeks. 
Each weekly session is 1 ˝ hours in length.

 

Community Living Program:  (This program is for adolescents and adults who need special instruction in the area of
Community Living.)

This program is designed for individual (1:1) instruction.  It is individualized to target specific needs of the client and family.

This program is ideal for the adolescent or adult with special needs preparing for community life and involvement, as well as
those who need further instruction in specific areas.

It consists of intense hands-on-instruction of life skills that enhance community success, and functional living.

Skills addressed:  Safety – Problem Solving – Socialization – Conversation Skills – Job Skills – Money – Grocery Shopping
– household activities, etc.

The program will be provided at our clinic beginning in January 2008.  At the present time, In-Home Training is available
 for this program.

This program is used in addition to traditional speech therapy services to provide a more intense and more frequent therapy
program that enhances the client’s potential for improvement.

The program will consist of two sessions per week for 6-8 weeks.  Each session is 1 hour in length.