Individuals experiencing the physical effects of an injury or medical condition may benefit from physical, occupational or speech therapy services, or a combination of the three. We are here to help you return to maximum independence.
Speech Therapy provides evaluations and treatment of swallowing disorders, cognitive disorders and speech/language and voice problems resulting from strokes, head injuries, respiratory issues, and other medical complications. Our services can assist those struggling with:
- Vocal loudness or sound quality
- Speaking or understanding speech
- Memory
- Parkinson’s disease
- Concussion Symptoms
- Difficulty or pain with chewing or swallowing
- Coughing or choking when eating food or drinking liquids
To learn more about outpatient speech therapy, for referral assistance, or to schedule an appointment, call 815.705.7828.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Where can I go for speech therapy?
Outpatient speech therapy is provided at the Morris Hospital YMCA, 2200 W. Dupont Avenue in Morris. Phone 815-705-7828.
Convenient parking is available.
What if I need a ride to therapy?
Should you need assistance with transportation to one of your therapy appointments, please notify our scheduling representative at the time that you schedule your therapy appointment. We will do our best to connect you with transportation resources that may be available, including the Morris Hospital Patient Transportation service.
Why should I choose Morris Hospital for speech therapy?
Morris Hospital is known for delivering personalized care where patients are treated like family. The same is true for speech therapy where patients receive therapy from highly qualified, licensed therapists, many who have achieved a greater depth of knowledge and skills by achieving specialized certifications including:
- LSVT LOUD (treatment of Parkinson’s disease)
- ImPACT Certified For Post-Concussion Treatment
- VStim/NMES
You can also count on our therapy team to stay in touch with your physician to ensure the delivery of focused, safe and effective care. We are also committed to guiding you through exercises that can be done independently so you can continue your progress at home.
Our rehabilitation team also includes physical and occupational therapists and athletic trainers should you need additional services.