In-Home Speech Therapy for Adults After Stroke
A stroke can affect communication in many different ways—from finding words and understanding language to speech clarity, memory and everyday conversation. MoveStrong Seniors provides one-on-one speech therapy in the home based on each person’s specific communication needs and goals.
One-on-one care • In your home • Palm Beach & select Broward communities
Communication Changes After Stroke Can Look Very Different
Stroke can affect communication in many ways, and not everyone experiences the same changes. Evaluation helps identify which areas to focus on for each individual.
Language
Understanding and expressing words and ideas may be affected.
Word Finding
Retrieving the right word during conversation can become harder.
Understanding
Processing spoken or written information may change.
Speech Clarity
Producing speech sounds clearly and efficiently may be affected.
Motor Planning for Speech
Planning and coordinating the movements for speech may be difficult when present.
Reading
Understanding written text may change depending on the individual.
Writing
Expressing thoughts in writing can be affected for some people.
Attention
Maintaining or shifting attention during conversation may be harder.
Memory
Remembering and using information during communication may be affected.
Organization of Thoughts
Structuring and sequencing ideas during conversation may be challenging.
Language, Speech and Cognition Are Different
Understanding the difference between these areas helps clarify what therapy may focus on. A speech-language pathologist can help determine which is affected.
Language
Understanding and expressing words and ideas, including word finding, comprehension, reading and writing.
Speech
Producing speech sounds clearly and efficiently, including articulation and motor planning for speech when present.
Cognitive-Communication
Using attention, memory, organization and problem-solving during communication and everyday tasks.
What Therapy May Address
Each plan is individualized based on the person’s specific communication needs and goals after stroke.
Word Finding
Strategies and practice for retrieving and expressing words during meaningful communication.
Conversation
Practice communication during realistic interactions with family and others.
Speech Clarity
Work on producing speech sounds clearly and efficiently when appropriate.
Comprehension
Practice understanding spoken and written information based on the person's needs.
Reading & Writing
Address functional reading and writing when these skills are affected.
Cognitive-Communication
Use attention, memory and organization strategies during everyday communication.
For focused language support, learn more about our aphasia speech therapy. For memory, attention, and organization, explore our cognitive-communication therapy.
Practicing Communication in Everyday Life
Communication happens at home with family and during daily routines. Practicing in that environment helps strategies carry over into real life.
Stroke Can Affect More Than Communication
Some people after stroke also experience mobility or swallowing changes. If walking, balance, or strength is a concern, our stroke physical therapy page addresses those needs. If swallowing is a concern, our swallowing therapy page addresses mealtime and swallowing-related support. This page focuses on communication through speech-language pathology.
Private-Pay Care With More Personal Attention
MoveStrong Seniors offers private-pay, one-on-one visits delivered directly in the home. Each plan is personalized, communication stays high-touch, and care is centered around the client’s goals and everyday routines.
MoveStrong Seniors does not bill Medicare or insurance. This private-pay model allows every session to be unhurried and individually focused. Learn more about MoveStrong Seniors and our approach to care.
Serving Adults & Seniors Across Palm Beach and Broward
MoveStrong Seniors provides in-home stroke speech therapy throughout Palm Beach County and select Broward County communities, including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, Parkland, Weston, and other communities in the service area.
Stroke Speech Therapy FAQs
Common questions about in-home speech therapy for adults after a stroke.
Looking for more general answers? Visit our frequently asked questions page.
Concerned About Communication After a Stroke? Let’s Talk.
If you or a family member is experiencing communication changes after a stroke, our team can help you determine whether one-on-one in-home speech therapy is the right next step.