SAVANNAH, GA – Savannah Speech and Hearing Center (SSHC) has been awarded a generous grant from the International Paper Company to help expand access to educationally essential therapy services including speech language pathology, pediatric occupational therapy and pediatric physical therapy.
With this support, SSHC plans to expand free screenings to identify needs earlier; provide more intensive, individualized therapy to address delays that hinder learning (e.g., language comprehension, fine motor skills for writing, auditory processing, balance and coordination); support carryover of skills into educational environments through collaboration with families and schools; reduce wait times and barriers to access for underserved and low-income children and enable improved communication, motor, and sensory processing skills empower students to engage more fully in school activities, boosting their confidence, participation, and long-term academic success.
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY:
International Paper is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions whose mission is to make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. International Paper Company’s community giving campaign is committed to help build resilient and prosperous communities, fostering a sustainable and vibrant future for all and making a positive impact that resonates far beyond our business operations.
ABOUT SAVANNAH SPEECH AND HEARING:
Since 1954, Savannah Speech & Hearing Center has been committed to providing comprehensive speech, hearing, language, and other therapeutic services that empower and transform the lives of both children and adults, regardless of financial ability. SSHC offers a wide range of programs, including Sound Start—our early-intervention auditory/verbal program for children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing—as well as audiology, speech therapy, pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy, hearing aids, cochlear implants, informational resources, a stroke and traumatic brain injury survivors’ support group, and other specialized services.
SSHC speech-language pathologists and audiologists are certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), occupational therapists are certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), physical therapists are certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and all clinicians are licensed by the Georgia State Professional Licensing Board.For more information, visit www.speechandhearingsav.org or call 912.355.4601.
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