Idaho Department of Health and Welfare | Infant Toddler Program | Salmon Office | Child Development Program

At Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Infant Toddler Program Salmon Office Child Development Program, we understand that determining if your child needs speech therapy can be a difficult decision. We recommend that any child with autism should be considered for speech therapy as they often have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child’s verbal skills are well developed, they may need help with communication skills such as responding to questions, changing conversation topics, and understanding body language. Early intervention is key in developing language and communication skills, and speech therapy can help your child become more independent and confident. If you are unsure if your child needs speech therapy, our comprehensive guide can help you understand the symptoms and the best course of action for your child.

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Infant Toddler Program Salmon Office Child Development Program provides speech therapy to help your child overcome communication challenges. Speech therapists can help your child with nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions, interpreting body language, feeding and swallowing, and even stuttering. With the help of speech therapy, your child can learn to effectively communicate with others and build strong relationships.