Speech and Language Therapy is about the management of disorders of speech, language, communication and swallowing in children and adults.
Speech and language therapists (SLTs) are allied health professionals (AHPs). They work closely with parents, carers and other professionals, such as teachers, nurses, occupational therapists, dieticians, health visitors and doctors.
Care Groups
In NHS Forth Valley, SLT services are provided across 3 main care groups: