Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Awareness Day is October 16, 2026, and this year’s theme is “Together for DLD.” RADLD describes DLD as a hidden but common disability that affects approximately 1 in 14 people and can impact understanding and use of language. RADLD DLD can be easy to miss. A child may be bright, social, […]

October is International AAC Awareness Month. The observance began in 2007 and is now recognized around the world to increase awareness of augmentative and alternative communication and the many ways people communicate. ISAAC’s 2026 theme is “AAC in Everyday Life: Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond.” ISAAC Here’s a question we’d like to change: “Can they talk?” […]

Imagine having something you really want to say—but your mouth doesn’t seem to know how to make the words come out the way you planned. You know the word. You know what you mean. But saying it accurately is difficult. For children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), this can be part of everyday life. […]

What if communication wasn’t defined by whether someone could hear or speak? For some individuals, communication may happen through American Sign Language, gestures, writing, AAC, facial expressions, visual supports, spoken language, or a combination of methods. During Deaf Awareness Month, we’re reminded that communication access is about much more than the ability to hear. It’s […]

Have you noticed that your voice isn’t as strong as it used to be? Are family members frequently asking you to repeat yourself? Do you feel like speaking takes more effort or that people have trouble hearing you? Changes in voice are common in individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions, but they don’t […]

July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about cleft lip, cleft palate, and other craniofacial differences while celebrating the resilience of the children, adults, and families who navigate these journeys every day. At iRehab, we recognize that cleft and craniofacial conditions can impact much more than appearance. […]

Knock, knock! Who’s there? Speech therapy! Speech therapy who? Speech therapy that helps us understand why jokes are funny! In honor of National Joke Day, we’re celebrating something many people don’t realize is actually a complex communication skill: understanding and telling jokes. While jokes may seem silly on the surface, they require a variety of […]

If your child has started repeating words or getting “stuck” when they talk, you’re not alone. Many children go through periods of disfluency as their language skills rapidly grow. But how do you know what’s typical… and what might need extra support? Here’s a simple, save-and-share checklist for parents. ✅ What Can Be Typical (Especially […]

Every May, we celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, a time to raise awareness about communication, hearing, and swallowing disorders, and to recognize the life-changing impact of speech-language pathology. At iRehab, we believe communication is more than just words. It’s how we connect with others, express our needs, build relationships, learn new skills, and participate fully in […]

Celebrating Ability, Advocacy, and Inclusion March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day (3/21) — a day dedicated to raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and celebrating the incredible individuals with Down syndrome who enrich our communities every day. The date (3/21) represents the triplication of the 21st chromosome — the genetic difference that defines Down syndrome. Today […]