What's New at NOSHC

We are proud to announce our 10th Annual Special Event!

 

June 27th, 2013 @ Warehouse Grille - 869 Magazine Street

Featuring Musical Guest - Mia Borders

6 - 10pm

Click here for Invitation with Ticket Info

 

 

Interested in our 2013 Summer Camps?

Click here for more info

                                                                                                                              Mia Borders         

*If you are student studying communication disorders and

would be interested in volunteering this summer,

email mgundlach@noshc.org for more info.

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Check out one of our speech-language pathology assistants, Lyn, talking about the importance of hearing protection on WDSU !

WDSU article and video

 

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Success Story: Joseph

                Joseph, age 3, was referred to NOSHC for a delay in speech-language communication. He has been a client of speech-language pathology assistant Verónica V. since early January. Verónica is a bilingual (Spanish-English) speech-language pathology assistant and has been working at NOSHC since 2010.

In just these short months, Joseph’s behavior and speech-language skills have improved dramatically. One of Joseph’s major improvements has been his attending skills. During sessions earlier this year, Joseph had difficulty paying attention and would become easily distracted. Now, Joseph is able to participate and attend fully to each activity Verónica creates for them.

                Their sessions include a combination of puzzle activities, songs, and Joseph’s favorite, bubbles. Using these activities, Joseph is able to work on following directions, imitating words, and he is starting to use sign language for words. Verónica said that due to his improvements behaviorally, they have really begun to work on speech and language skills that will help him communicate each day. Keep up the great work Joseph!

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Historia de éxito: Joseph

                Joseph, edad 3, es un cliente de NOSHC y trabaja  con la terapista de lenguaje Verónica Vadell. Él fue remitido a NOSHC por dificultades de habla y empezó terapia en Enero. Verónica es una terapista bilingüe de lenguaje en inglés y español y ha trabajado en NOSHC desde 2010.

Dentro de tres cortos meses, Joseph ha mejorado dramáticamente en su habilidad de lenguaje y comportamiento.  Uno de los progresos notables es su aptitud a prestar atención en las sesiones con Verónica. En las sesiones pasadas, Joseph tuvo dificultades enfocado en las actividades. Ahora Joseph participa en cada actividad de la sesión.

                Las sesiones incluyen una combinación de rompe cabezas, canciones, y el favorito de Joseph, las burbujas. Con estas actividades, Joseph puede trabajar en siguiendo instrucciones, imitando palabras, y él está comenzando a usar lenguaje de signos para algunas palabras. Los progresos en comportamiento y lenguaje ayudarán Joseph con comunicación cada día. ¡Buen trabajo Joseph!

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NOSHC Meet the Staff
May 16, 2013
Laura Rock, B.A.

“Meet NOSHC staff!”

        Laura is finishing her fourth and final year as an audiology doctoral student at LSU Health Sciences Center- New Orleans. As a part of her audiology doctoral degree requirements, she is fulfilling her final yearlong internship at New Orleans Speech and Hearing Center. She joined the NOSHC family in June of 2012. Before beginning at NOSHC, her experience included 5 clinical rotations in New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas at various offices in the audiology field.  

            While at NOSHC Laura has gained a number of experiences that will assist her in her upcoming career as a licensed and certified Audiologist. She has become comfortable with testing children and has also been able to work with all ages from infants to adults. She has learned all aspects of hearing aids from customization, fitting, and general use. Soft spoken, knowledgeable, and thorough, Laura has been a great addition to the NOSHC team.

At the end of this month, Laura will complete her internship at NOSHC, graduate from her program at LSU Health Sciences Center, and also get married. Congrats Laura for all of these exciting events and your hard work at NOSHC!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Words of the Wise: Hearing Aid Edition
Ashley Brewer
Audiology Coordinator

What advice would you give someone who is on the fence about whether or not to get a hearing aid?
AB: I would tell them if they are not ready and willing to accept a hearing aid then the time is not right for them to buy hearing aids. If they can accept wearing a hearing aid, there is a trial period and they can return it if it is too overwhelming.

Have you seen hearing loss harm relationships?
AB: When one person feels they do not need a hearing aid, yet their partner feels they cannot communicate the relationship will suffer and over time they will stop communicating with each other because it is too difficult. Also, hearing loss can lead to social isolation and depression which can affect relationships.

 

iPhone and Hearing Aid User? Check out this article: MacObserver

NOSHC Calendar

NOSHC Official Holiday Closing Dates 2013
Closed: January 1, 2013 (New Year's Day)
February 11 and 12, 2013 (Mardi Gras Break)
March 29, 2013 (Good Friday)
July 4, 2013 (Independence Day)
September 2, 2013 (Labor Day)
November 28 and 29, 2013 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 24 and 25, 2013 (Christmas Break)
 
 
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