Hamilton Trace of Fishers offers new speech therapy program for Parkinson’s disease

CarDon & Associates, a Bloomington, Ind.-based senior living management company, announces that its Fishers community, Hamilton Trace, will offer residents access to a new, nationwide speech therapy program designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and related neurological disorders.

Developed by the nonprofit organization Parkinson Voice Project, SPEAK OUT!® Therapy focuses on helping these individuals strengthen their voice, improve clarity, support swallowing function and communicate with greater confidence.

Led by Hamilton Trace’s skilled Speech-Language Pathologists, the program will combine education, individual therapy, home practice, and ongoing support to help participants continue building skills beyond their therapy sessions.

“We are proud to be part of this nationwide program and contribute to Parkinson’s disease care on a local level,” Director of LifeSpan Therapy Christy Johnson said. “CarDon is always looking for new ways to make a positive impact on our communities, and we’re honored by the opportunity to offer SPEAK OUT!® Therapy at Hamilton Trace. Our Speech-Language Pathologists are well equipped for this.”

Program support also includes:

• An in-service presentation for Assisted Living and Independent Living residents
• Monthly support group opportunities for individuals who complete the program
• Refresher sessions every three to six months to assess continued therapy needs
• Community outreach efforts to make this resource available to non-residents throughout Hamilton County

With 20 communities owned, operated, or managed in Indiana and more than 45 years of senior living experience, CarDon & Associates provides residents with the best senior living options and personalized care. For more information about CarDon & Associates, visit cardon.us.