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Does my child need speech & language therapy? [Complete Check-List]
January 14, 2021 Speech and Language Therapy swedesh

Teachers and parent are the first interaction that the child encounters. The teacher is also in daily contact with the child. So, the teacher is ideally placed to identify any speech, language and auditory processing problems. This article explains what the teacher or parent should identify in a child to recommend the child for speech

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Speech therapy for a stroke patient (The Ultimate guide)
December 13, 2020 Speech and Language Therapy swedesh

This guide is a comprehensive study of speech impairment and speech therapy issues which occur in stroke patients and covers the following broad topics: What is a stroke? How does one get a stroke? The possible side effects of a stroke What is Aphasia? What are the signs of Aphasia? What other speech issues can

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Testimonial from Mrs Dalindaba
December 8, 2020 Testimonials swedesh

I just want to express my words of gratitude for the professionalism in your practice. Have been served with due diligence and all my queries were attended timeously. Have never complained on a single day about your services and thank you so much for your patience where my son would running late, you wait for

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Black Friday Specials
November 25, 2020 Specials swedesh

FREE :  HEARING SCREENING Take advantage of these following promotions: FREE Hearing Screening Hearing aid batteries – on special Hearing aids on special

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Testimonial from Jennifer Cromie
November 17, 2020 Testimonials swedesh

My son is in the LEAP support class at Glenashley Prep and has been working with Nishara for speech therapy for the past 2 years. After years of therapy, Nishara was the first one to identify, test and confirm that he had dyslexia over and above his other language difficulties and she was very supportive

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Testimonial from Sherina Reddy
November 17, 2020 Testimonials swedesh

In 2016 we were advised by my daughter’s teacher to seek professional help in regards to her not been able to pronounce her vowels correctly. We were recommended to Mrs. Mooruth by Chelsea Preparatory school. Her professional approach to helping my daughter was beyond our expectations. Her loving, kind and professional nature toward my daughter

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Testimonial from Taruna Bramdaw
November 16, 2020 Testimonials swedesh

“Nishara is an excellent speech therapist. During the past two years, Nishara has helped my daughter to successfully overcome her speech impediment. My daughter is now more confident. She articulates herself very well and her vocabulary has significantly improved.” from Mrs. Taruna Bramdaw

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Testimonials – Nicola Rees
November 16, 2020 Testimonials swedesh

From Nicola Rees : Nishara is easy to work with as a parent in that she listens and shares with both the school and you and is responsive if you message her. We have seen a number of other speech therapists along our journey but found their way of working very rigid. Instead Nishara chooses

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Testimonial from Michelle Swart
November 15, 2020 Testimonials swedesh

To whom it may concern, My son has been attending Speech / Language Therapy with Nishara Mooruth for the past 5/6 months. We are very happy with Ms Mooruth’s abilities, professionalism, communication / report back with parents but most importantly rapport that she has with her students. We highly recommend her services. Michelle Swart Popular

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The Ultimate Guide to Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
January 11, 2022 General, Speech and Language Therapy swedesh

What is CAPD? The name of this disorder does not easily describe the disorder to the ordinary person. Actually, once it is explained, it the naming convention makes a lot of sense. Auditory refers to the sense of hearing, while “Central” refers to the Central Nervous System. CAPD occurs when the Central Nervous System experiences

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The Ultimate Guide to Dyslexia
January 7, 2022 General swedesh

What is Dyslexia? Definition of Dyslexia Categories of Dyslexia Early detection What tests diagnose Dyslexia? Treatment How can I help my child? Conclusion What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disorder that involves difficulty reading. Due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words (decoding). Also called reading disability, dyslexia affects

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Speech developmental milestones for a Toddler / Child (Birth to 5 Years)
January 21, 2021 Speech and Language Therapy swedesh

This article describes the expected milestones of normal speech for the different ages from birth through to 5 years old (toddler / child). We as parents get great comfort and satisfaction from hearing our toddler or child utter their first words. Parents stake claim to fame that their name – “Mum”, “Dad” was the child’s

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What is the Difference Between an Audiologist and an ENT Doctor?
January 17, 2021 Hearing swedesh

When a person has a hearing problem, they might be uncertain whether to visit an Ear, Nose and Throat doctor (ENT Doctor) or an Audiologist. It is important to understand the differences, so you can get the correct medical treatment. It will also prove cost effective to choose the correct practitioner from the outset. Audiologists

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7 speech exercises that a stroke patient can perform (at home)
December 13, 2020 Speech and Language Therapy swedesh

There is never sufficient time during the speech therapy sessions and therefore we recommend specific speech exercises for a stroke patient that can be performed at home, without the need of a speech therapist. These are just simple exercises that we found suitable for most stroke patients. Depending of the level and severity of the

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