The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Speech and Language Clinic at Portland State University is in full operation and the results of our support for this academic year are in. The number of young children and the type of assistance they are receiving in addressing their communication issues are:
Number of children Assistance
2,500——————— completed hearing screenings
150——————— completed language screenings
17———————- full diagnostic assessments completed
10———————- pre-school (3 to 5 year old’s) with speech sound disorders. Each child receives one therapy session per week.
20———————- children (5 to 14 years old) with speech language and literacy disorders. Each child receives one to two sessions per week.
10——————— Children with stuttering issues are receiving are receiving their therapy thru tele-practice.
At the University of Oregon summer camps, funded by Scottish Rite are over and free speech therapy sessions are underway. Remember your contributions to the Scottish Rite Speech & Language Charity are tax deductible and you might consider including us in your estate planning. All of your contribution stays in Oregon helping Oregon children.
If anyone would like a tour of the Scottish Rite Clinic at PSU please contact Bill Anton to make arrangements. charity@orientsr.com
