Memphis Speech and Hearing Center

Week 3 is all about getting Out & About 🚶‍♀️🎨

This week, participants will continue strengthening communication skills through creativity, conversation, and community experiences. We’re excited for art with Anna Likens, caregiver support group with special guest Robin Van Nortwick, and more opportunities to connect beyond the clinic walls.

Every conversation, activity, and outing is a chance to build confidence and create meaningful connections. 💙

Scroll to see some Highlights from today's Art session!

The Memphis Speech and Hearing Center office is looking for part time administrative help. Come join our team! Or share with someone who might be looking!

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🙋 Raise your hands if you are excited for this summer's Camp Dream. Speak. Live.!

Camp is just 6 weeks away, and we can't wait to welcome campers for a week of connection, confidence-building, self-expression, and fun.

If you or someone you know may be interested in joining us this summer, there's still time! Fill out the interest form linked in our bio to learn more and get started.

This week, we celebrated the activities and passions that make each person unique. From music therapy to meaningful conversations and shared experiences, we’re excited to continue building confidence, connection, and community together as we head into the third week of Aphasia Boot Camp!

💙 Alumni Spotlight 💙

Why do you think The University of Memphis does such a great job preparing students for the real world?

“As a Memphis native, choosing The University of Memphis was easy. However, the wide array of clinical rotations—Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, the Memphis VA, and various private practice clinics—was an added bonus.”

When asked about her favorite place to grab a bite while attending Memphis, Mackenzie shared:

“Whether we were celebrating our successes or tending to our sorrows, we always navigated to Las Delicias!”

Thank you to Mackenzie Bryan, AuD, for sharing her Memphis experience. From diverse clinical opportunities to memorable moments with classmates, the University of Memphis helped prepare her for a successful career in audiology.

Week 2 of Aphasia Boot Camp is all about Hobbies & Interests 🎶🎨

This week, we’re celebrating the activities and passions that make each person unique. From music therapy to meaningful conversations and shared experiences, we’re excited to continue building confidence, connection, and community together.

We’re also looking forward to counseling with Dr. Dempsey, and caregiver support group! 🌟

Two of our SLP students and one DMA music student presented their research under my supervision at The Voice Foundation's Annual Symposium for Care of the Professional Voice. It is a yearly conference where Physicians, Speech Language Pathologists, Speech Scientists, Singing Teachers, and Acting Coaches gather to present the latest research on voice and voice production.

Here is who presented what:

Sophie Blatt, SLP student presented, "The Relationship between Jaw Relaxation and Vocal Fold Adduction."

Jameson Miller, SLP student presented, "The Relation Among Voice Complaints, Social Isolation, and Loneliness."

Alyce Tarver, DMA graduate presented, "Vibrato: A Shaky State of Affairs."

They all did UofM proud!

Highlights of Week 1! We had a great week meeting new people and getting to know each other. Today, we met two amazing therapy dogs, Tinkers and Rowdy! 🐕

Alumni Advice of the Week 💙

Question: What advice would you give students preparing to enter the field?

Answer:
“Collaborate often. You are treating an entire person, and other professionals have incredible insight beyond our scope.”

Speech-language pathologists are part of a larger team — collaboration helps us provide the best care possible.

June is Aphasia Awareness Month 💙

Aphasia is a language disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate, often caused by stroke or brain injury. It can impact speaking, understanding, reading, and writing.

There are several different types of aphasia, including:
• Broca’s Aphasia
• Wernicke’s Aphasia
• Conduction Aphasia
• Global Aphasia
• Anomic Aphasia

Each person with aphasia experiences communication differently, which is why awareness, education, patience, and support are so important.

Swipe through to learn more about the different types of aphasia and help us spread awareness this month! 🗣️✨