For 60 years the Jacksonville Speech & Hearing Center has provided professional compassionate care to literally thousands of children and adults in the Jacksonville area, providing them with the necessary communications tools to live fuller and more productive lives.
1128 North Laura Street Jacksonville, FL 32206
904-355-3403
People connect through communication and when the ability to speak and hear do not exist or are lost, the isolation and long-term effects can be profound. This is especially true in children, as hearing, speaking and understanding the spoken language are essential components to their growth and development.
In children, hearing and speech/language disorders cause problems at school by impacting the child’s ability to learn. Poor self-esteem and behavior problems can lead to a lifetime of isolation. As adults, untreated communication disorders make it difficult to hold a job and be a contributing member of the community.
FACT: Many speech and language disorders are either preventable or treatable (especially when identified early).
FACT: A large percentage of teens in the Juvenile justice system have a speech, language or hearing disorder.