Comprehensive Care for Every Child's Speech, Reading, and Cognitive Growth
At Children's Speech & Reading Center, we're dedicated to unlocking every child's potential through personalized care in speech, reading, and cognitive development. Our expert team crafts individualized programs to build fundamental skills that foster confidence and academic success. By partnering with families and utilizing evidence-based techniques, we ensure that each child embarks on a journey of growth and discovery. With us, your child's future is bright, filled with endless possibilities and opportunities for success.
The Crisis in Reading, Speech, and Literacy Among Children and Teens in The US
In a world brimming with words, an alarming number of our children and teens navigate a silent challenge. Statistics reveal a stark reality: over 30% of children struggle with basic literacy by the fourth grade. While nearly 20% of students exhibit speech or language delays. This crisis casts long shadows over academic achievement, social integration, and future opportunities. Intervention is not just beneficial. It's imperative.
How Can We Help Close The Gap?
Children’s Speech and Reading Center stands as a beacon of hope and progress in Northern Colorado. We offer a suite of services to children and teens that directly address pressing challenges.
Speech & Language Screenings
Our journey begins with complimentary speech & language screenings for children. This is a crucial first step in identifying potential communication barriers. This detection is key to setting a tailored path forward. Through this, every child has the opportunity to express themselves clearly and confidently. By addressing these hurdles from the start, we lay a solid foundation for future success.
Evaluations
Following screenings, our comprehensive evaluations for speech, language, and literacy delve deeper. We aim to uncover specific areas that require attention. These assessments are pivotal in crafting customized literacy plans and interventions. Our team of professionals is equipped with the expertise in literacy instruction needed to navigate the complexities of language deficits and developmental language disabilities.
Individualized Speech-Language Therapy
At the heart of our services is individualized speech-language therapy. Our dedicated speech-language pathologists employ a range of speech-language teaching materials and specialized workshops. Tailored to meet the ability levels and speech-language skill needs of each child, sessions are designed to foster rapid and sustainable progress. Through one-on-one tutoring, every child receives the focused attention they deserve. This promotes in-depth language development and oral language proficiency.
Reading Therapy
Our reading therapy program transforms children into proficient readers. We employ structured literacy programs and evidence-based strategies. We also focus on literacy development from the ground up to address literacy delays. Plus, we instill a growth mindset that champions life-long literacy. Our approach not only boosts reading competency but also nurtures a genuine love for reading.
Executive Function
Recognizing the unique challenges faced by older students, our executive function programs are tailored to equip teens with essential organizational and cognitive skills for success. This service is pivotal for students with disabilities and those at risk. Through group sessions, they can acquire the skills for success in academia and beyond. Our approach fosters teens’ success which helps them prepare for the complexities of higher education and life's challenges.
Early Literacy Programs
For preschoolers aged 4-5, especially those from low-income families, our early literacy programs lay a strong foundation of learning. These interventions are crucial in preventing issues in literacy before they start going to school. Through engaging literacy activities and literacy coaching, we make learning accessible and fun. This will spark a curiosity that fuels lifelong learning.
About Us
At Children’s Speech & Reading Center (CSRC), we're more than a center. We're a cornerstone for student success in Northern Colorado. We specialize in in-depth language reading competency, oral language mastery, and fostering a strong foundation of literacy. Our services are designed to meet the unique needs of children experiencing speech, language, or reading delays.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CSRC is committed to providing professional and affordable services to children and teens. Our professional team and caring staff are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where children and teens can develop their speech, language, literacy, executive functioning, and reading skills.
Our center is located just north of Prospect on Shields. You'll find us at 1302 S. Shields, Units A1-3, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Our doors are always open for consultations and support.
Expertise
Our center is renowned for its expertise in addressing a wide array of communication challenges. With a team of highly skilled professionals, we bring a wealth of knowledge and specialized skills to every session.
Personalized Care
We believe in personalized care that sees beyond the immediate challenges to recognize the unique potential within every child. Our approach ensures that every child progresses at their own pace.
Community
More than just a service provider, we are a vibrant community. Our center is a place where families, professionals, and caring staff come together supported to create a nurturing environment. We also partner with local schools to conduct our on-campus services. Our on-campus tutoring sessions are part of our structured literacy programs.
Proven Results
The heart of our center is the proven results we achieve. Each one stands as a testament to the transformative impact of our dedicated support and the efficacy of our alternative academic support services.
Comprehensive Support
Our comprehensive support extends from the very first consultation for student success to the joyous celebrations of every milestone achieved. We offer a range of services to students so no stone is left unturned in our quest to support your child's growth.
CSRC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing individualized speech-language and reading therapy.
We are located just north of Prospect on Shields:
1302 S. Shields, Units A1-3, Fort Collins, CO 80521
WE ARE HIRING!
We have immediate openings for SLPs and Preliteracy specialists.
Please email your resume and cover letter to laura@csrckids.org
Primary Services:
Free screenings for all children for speech, language, early literacy and reading skills
Comprehensive evaluations to determine goals for therapy and monitor progress over time
Speech-language and reading therapy customized to address each child's unique needs
Free pre-literacy programs for children 4-5 years old delayed in pre-literacy development
Executive Function Groups for teens and young adults
About
Children’s Speech & Reading Center provides free screenings and professional and affordable treatment services to Northern Colorado children with speech, language or reading delays. We engage our families and community resources in the development of communication skills that are critical to academic performance, social development and life success.
Success Stories
"My son has been coming to CSRC off and on for years. From speech therapy and social skills group in the early years, to more complex needs with reading comprehension and inference - CSRC and their amazing staff have helped him more than words can say… More