Parent FAQs
Speech, language and communication factsheets for parents
We know that each child and situation is different. We also know there are some questions that come up again and again. Our team of speech & language therapists have written the I CAN Help Factsheets, based on our most frequently asked questions from parents, carers and practitioners. Take a look at the downloadable Factsheets below for information on a wide variety of topics.
- How do I find a speech and language therapist? 432.48 kb
- My 15 month old is not saying many words - should I be worried? 448.89 kb
- My two year old is not saying many words - should I be worried? 448.93 kb
- What is developmental language disorder? 180.29 kb
- What is verbal dyspraxia? 201.35 kb
- What causes a child to lisp and how can I help? 64.83 kb
- My child has glue ear. Will this affect their speech? 229 kb
- What is stammering and how can I help my child's stammer? 222.77 kb
- My child isn't talking clearly. What can I do? 111.81 kb
- My child is learning to speak English as an additional language. How can I help? 232.98 kb
- What is augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)? 254.36 kb
- How can I help my baby's language to develop? 77.22 kb
- How can I help my child to learn new words? 267.53 kb
- How can toys and games help develop my child's speech? 61.36 kb
- How can I support a child with speech, language and communication needs? (SLCN) 483.61 kb
- What is a communication supportive environment? 303.38 kb
- What are visual timelines and how can they help my child? 303.58 kb
- What apps can I use to support speech, language & communication skills? 291.37 kb
- How can I use books to develop children's language? 210.85 kb
- Advice for young people with communication needs 72.63 kb
