Language Therapy
Build stronger communication—for home, school, work, and community
At Daviess Community Hospital’s CORE Center, our speech-language
pathologists (SLPs) help children, teens, and adults improve
language skills so they can understand others, express ideas, and participate more confidently
in everyday life. With outpatient clinics in
Washington and Odon, Indiana, we offer individualized, evidence-based language therapy close to home.
Who can benefit from language therapy
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Children with delayed language, limited vocabulary, difficulty following directions,
or trouble telling stories
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School-age students who struggle with classroom language (listening, note-taking, explaining,
reading comprehension, written expression)
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Teens and adults with word-finding difficulty, trouble organizing thoughts, or language
changes after illness or injury (e.g.,
aphasia after stroke)
- Anyone who feels language challenges are affecting success at school, work,
or in social situations
If communication feels hard—or family, teachers, or coworkers often
ask for clarification—an evaluation can help determine the best
next step.
What to expect
Evaluation
Your SLP completes a focused assessment of
receptive language (understanding),
expressive language (speaking), and functional communication. For adults, we screen for aphasia
and related language changes after stroke/TBI; for students, we consider
classroom demands.
Personalized plan
Your plan is tailored to age, goals, and daily routines. Therapy may include:
- Vocabulary and concept building
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Following directions and listening strategies
- Sentence structure and grammar
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Narrative skills (retelling and explaining)
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Word-finding strategies and semantic mapping
- Question-asking and conversation skills
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Reading/listening comprehension and organizing ideas for
written expression
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Home practice and family/caregiver coaching
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School or provider coordination when appropriate
Ongoing progress
We measure outcomes, update goals as skills improve, and focus on carryover—so
new skills show up during meals, homework, meetings, and community activities.
Signs a language evaluation may help
Children & students
- Difficulty following directions or answering questions
- Limited vocabulary for age; short or incomplete sentences
- Challenges understanding classroom lessons or expressing ideas in writing
- Trouble telling a story in order (beginning–middle–end)
Teens & adults
- Word-finding problems or “on the tip of my tongue” moments
- Difficulty understanding complex information or organizing thoughts
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Language changes after stroke or neurological illness (possible
aphasia)
Why choose CORE Center
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Individualized therapy for children through adults
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Evidence-based approaches that match age and goals
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Family and caregiver coaching to speed progress at home
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Coordination with pediatricians, schools, or medical providers when needed
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Convenient outpatient care in
Washington and Odon, Indiana
Locations and scheduling
Call
(812) 254-8889 to schedule a language evaluation or to ask about referral requirements.
Many insurers require a physician referral—our team can help you
determine next steps.
FAQs
Do you work with schools?
Yes. With permission, we collaborate with teachers and school teams to
support classroom success and carryover.
Is this the same as tutoring?
No. SLPs address the
language foundation behind learning—understanding, organizing, and expressing ideas—so
tutoring and schoolwork can be more effective.
How long does therapy take?
It varies by age, goals, and diagnosis. Your SLP will discuss a plan and
expected timeline after your evaluation.
