Individualized Services for Children with Speech-Language and Communication Delays and Disorders Provided By:
Shannon Kushniruk
B.Ed., M.S., R.SLP, S-LP(C)
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
Ready Set Speak provides a variety of speech and language support services for children with special needs. Services can be provided in the child’s home, at school, or in community settings, and are provided on an individual contract basis. The support services provided focus on development of speech-language, communication, and play skills.
General
General
Assessment
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Ready, Set, Speak provides assessment in the following areas:
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Receptive/Expressive Language
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Speech Sound Production
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Pragmatic Language/ Social Communication
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Play Skills
Intervention
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Direct one-to-one therapy sessions with a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist.
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Development of long-term and short-term goals specific to each child’s needs for program unit funding (PUF), FSCD specialized services contracts, or FSCD behavior developmental support (BDS) contracts.
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Child-led and play-based approach.
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Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) approach for children who are gestalt language processors.
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Neurodiversity affirming approach to support skill development in children who are neurodivergent.
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Introduction and use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices.
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Support for children diagnosed with articulation or phonological delays and disorders.
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Support for children diagnosed with receptive/expressive language delays and disorders.
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Motor Planning Based therapy for children diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS).
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Development of pre-literacy and phonological awareness skills.
Consultation And Coaching
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Developing communication goals and individualized support strategies.
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Coaching for parents, caregivers, and educators interested in learning how to support development of speech-language, social communication, and play skills at home, school, and in the community.
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Supporting implementation of specific intervention strategies, activities, and techniques in a variety of settings.
Creation Of Specialized Materials
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Visual supports
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Schedules
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Social Stories
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Support to create and /or set up low or high tech AAC tools.
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Modified educational activities
Professional Developement Training
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Small group training sessions on topics related to speech-language development or specific speech-language intervention programs or techniques can be provided upon request.
Assessment
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Assessment of the following areas:
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Receptive/Expressive Language
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Speech Sound Production
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Pragmatic Language/ Social Communication
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Play Skills
Intervention
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Play-based approach
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Hanen Programs
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It Takes Two to Talk
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Learning Language and Loving It
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More than Words
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ABC and Beyond
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Target Word
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Direct one-to-one therapy sessions with a Speech-Language Pathologist
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Development of Individualized Program Plans (IPP/SPPP) with long-term and short-term objectives specific to each child’s needs.
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Introduction and use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices
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Motor Planning Based therapy for children diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
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Social Thinking approach for children with social learning challenges.
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Development of pre-literacy and phonological awareness skills.
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Intensive intervention for children with complex needs
Consultation And Coaching
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Developing communication goals and individualized support strategies
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Coaching for parents, caregivers, and educators interested in learning how to support development of speech-language, social communication, and play skills at home, school, and in the community.
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Supporting implementation of specific intervention strategies, activities, and techniques in a variety of settings.
Creation Of Specialized Materials
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Visual supports
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Schedules
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Social Stories
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Picture Exchange Communication Systems
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Support to setup AAC devices
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Modified educational activities
Professional Development Training
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Small group training sessions on topics related to speech-language development or specific speech-language intervention programs or techniques can be provided on request.
About
Shannon Kushniruk is a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist who works with preschool and school-aged children, to foster development of their speech-language, social communication, and play skills.
Shannon firmly believes that children learn best through play and that parent involvement in the intervention process is crucial for success.
Shannon is experienced in providing home, school, and community-based services and enjoys collaborating with parents, teachers, and other professionals.
Shannon holds a Bachelor Degree in Education from the University of Alberta and a Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Utah.
In her spare time Shannon enjoys yoga, hiking, spending time in the mountains, going out to dinner with family/friends, and spending lots of time with her husband, two children, and dog.
Contact
Phone
1 (403) 990-2156
Service Area
Calgary and surrounding area.
Contact
Phone
Address
1 (403) 990-2156
262 Yorkville Manor SW, Calgary, AB, T2X 4J8