The Orange Effect Foundation recently awarded $34,878 to 19 children and young adults across the United States with speech disorders. Grants are awarded after a thorough review process by dedicated members of the Orange Effect Board of Directors. The grants awarded in this first quarter of 2024 support weekly speech therapy, speech camps, and speech device purchases. These grants are made …
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The Emotional Journey Behind Every Check Written by the Orange Effect Foundation
The very first check I wrote, I cried. The act of writing a check can hold more weight than the mere transfer of funds. It can symbolize hope, progress, and the tangible impact of collective efforts. During the inaugural meeting of the Orange Effect Foundation, held in a meeting room of a local coffee shop, six of us gathered with a shared mission: to make a difference in the …
Trends for Speech Therapy Careers
Like many industries, I am hearing more and more that service providers are having a hard time hiring enough speech therapists to keep up with the demand for services. As you may know, as many as 1 in 8 children will require some form of speech therapy during their upbringing. This got me researching the growing need for experienced professionals in the field of speech. I went to ASHA, …
Unlocking Voices: A Night of Music and Impact! 🎶
Mark your calendars for a night that promises to be both unforgettable and impactful! Join us on Saturday, March 9th at Brothers Lounge for our first annual music extravaganza in support of the Orange Effect Foundation – Vocal Chords 2024. Our lineup boasts an incredible array of talent, featuring favorites from the Cleveland area: Your Ticket to Vocal Chords directly funds an hour of …
Invaluable Insights for Families with Autistic Children
Embarking on a move with a child on the autism spectrum? Architectural Digest has curated an indispensable resource covering every facet of the journey. From invaluable tips on "Preparing for the Move" to expert advice on "Organizing the Move" and insights on "Settling In Post-Move," this article provides a roadmap for families facing unique challenges. Discover also a comprehensive list of …
Tech Talk: Revolutionizing Speech Therapy
How technology is changing speech and language therapy Embarking on a journey through the changing world of speech and language therapy, this Orange Effect Foundation blog post shines a light on an important article, originally published on theguardian.com, by Lucy Ward, a well-respected writer and former Guardian social affairs correspondent. Her article, "How technology is changing speech and …
Being Resolute
I love making resolutions. For me, it’s permission to keep trying. Whether that is trying something new by setting a new goal or revising a previously set to-do item. For me, resolutions don’t have to be all about doing something better; it can be just getting something done. My birthday is about halfway through the year, which for a resolution maker like myself is pretty handy. I find myself …
Orange Effect Foundation Awards Grants for Fourth Quarter 2023
The Orange Effect Foundation (OEF) recently awarded $24,289 to 11 children and young adults across the United States with speech disorders. This quarter’s grants were awarded after a thorough review process by dedicated members of the Orange Effect Board of Directors. “We’re delighted to announce the recent allocation of grant funds by the Orange Effect Foundation to support children and …
Navigating the Holidays with an Autistic Child: A Guide to Creating Joyful Moments
The holiday season is a time filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments. For families with autistic children, it can also bring unique challenges. Understanding and addressing these challenges can make the holidays a more enjoyable and inclusive experience for everyone involved. In this blog post, we'll explore some tips and strategies for navigating the holidays with an autistic …
Why and How Tech Could Be the Future of Speech Language Therapy
Communication is an essential part of the human experience. Being unable to do so rids a person of passing on information, expressing their ideas and feelings, and understanding others' thoughts. Unfortunately, Medical News Today's article on communication disorders reveals that about 5–10% of Americans experience difficulties communicating that prevent them from receiving, processing, sending, …
Grateful Hearts, Shared Stories: The Orange Effect Foundation’s Impact
At the Orange Effect Foundation, we find it easy to be grateful, and we have 388 compelling reasons for it. Since December 2015, we’ve had the privilege of touching the lives of 388 children across the country. We provided them with 100 speech devices and an impressive 7,248 hours of speech therapy. Our impact is undeniable, and it’s all thanks to our generous sponsors and individual donors! In …
Hard Work Can Pay Off
You’ve heard the expression, ‘if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again’. But you’ve probably also heard that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Put those two things together and you have quite a conundrum. For the past few years we ran a fundraising campaign asking people not to talk for 24 or 12 …
