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Search Speech Therapy in PAWhat to Look For in Speech Therapy
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) help children with autism improve communication skills, including spoken language, understanding, social communication, and alternative communication methods like AAC devices.
- ✓Experience with autism spectrum disorders
- ✓Familiarity with AAC devices if needed
- ✓Collaboration with other therapists
- ✓Parent coaching and home strategies
- ✓Play-based therapy approaches
Insurance: Most health insurance plans cover speech therapy. School districts provide speech services through IEPs. Regional Centers may fund speech therapy for children under 3.
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City of Philadelphia DBHIDS
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📍 1101 Market Street, Suite 700, Philadelphia, PA 19107, Philadelphia 19107
📱 Intake: (215) 685-5400 (General DBHIDS number, ask for IDS Intake)
🕐 Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General DBHIDS hours, may vary by specific program)
Eligibility varies depending on the specific service. Generally, individuals must be residents of Philadelphia and have a diagnosed intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, or other developmental disability that significantly impacts their daily functioning. Early Intervention services are for children under 3 with developmental delays or disabilities.
Pennsylvania Resources
Funding Sources
Medicaid/State Program
Contact your state's Medicaid agency for autism-related services and waiver programs.
Private Insurance
Many states mandate autism coverage. Check your plan's benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Intervention
Federally mandated services for children 0-3 with developmental delays.