Here at The Orange Effect Foundation (OEF) our focus is on kids and early intervention. In keeping up with all the latest research on speech therapy we come across a lot of interesting information. Recently, two articles were written on the same day by The Guardian. They focused on women who always knew there was something different about themselves but didn’t know what it was. Unfortunately, they …
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Cheers to a Very Good Year
We have so much to celebrate at The Orange Effect Foundation! In a year of uncertainty, one thing remains clear: our commitment to needy children with speech disorders is resolute. Our numbers for 2021 tell the story: Over $105,000 awarded 60 children empowered 28 speech therapy grants provided 29 speech devices purchased 3 weeks of speech camp funded Thanks to the …
The Orange Effect Foundation Raises Funds and Awareness
$17,000 Awarded in Grants to Fund Speech Devices and Speech Therapy After Foundation's Quarterly Board Meeting By: The Orange Effect Foundation CLEVELAND - Dec. 15, 2021 - PRLog -- Thanks to the generosity of their dedicated supporters, The Orange Effect Foundation made a difference in children's lives this quarter by awarding $17,000 in grants to fund speech therapy and speech devices for …
Appreciating the Gift of Speech
As we enter the holiday season, our minds often turn towards gifts. Some gifts are tangible, some are flashy, some are small, and some we may take for granted. One gift that many might take for granted is that of speech. I’ll admit that I too have been guilty of under appreciating speech.A recent experience that helped me realize firsthand what a gift speech is was my participation in the …
SIMPLE Brand Shoutout
Matt Lyles of SIMPLE Brand Podcast recently highlighted The Orange Effect Foundation and interviewed founder Joe Pulizzi to learn about our mission and how to lend a hand. Joe discusses the evolution of the foundation and the wonderful opportunities it continues to create. It's a great conversation that we think you will enjoy. ENJOY THE EPISODE HERE Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on …
Kids Teach Us So Much
I really enjoy spending time with kids because they are so smart and so aware of the world around them. They generally are not judgmental (yet) and often so willing to try new things. The 5th Grade Class at Lakewood Catholic Academy (LCA) in Lakewood, Ohio is one such group. As a service project, they participated in our second annual Silence for Speech campaign to help recognize the …
Being Grateful For the Little Things
We at The Orange Effect Foundation find it easy to be grateful. To be specific, we have 276 reasons to be thankful. Since December 2015, we have reached 276 kids in 34 states by purchasing 69 speech devices and 5,600 hours of speech therapy. We are making a difference. We are grateful to all our sponsors who help make this happen. To show how far the gratitude goes, here is what some of our …
The Tide Is High
Vacation, in my opinion, is the best word in the dictionary. Before I was married and had a family, I would dream about traveling the world on elaborate vacations. I still have that dream every once in a while but have to admit my favorite vacation time now is a week at the beach. The planning and packing, which I still have yet to master, take some time, but there’s nothing better than …
Writing Excellent SOAP Notes for Speech Therapy: 5 Steps
Working with children and adults with a speech impairment is a noble endeavor. You can help hundreds of people overcome their speech disabilities if you dedicate your career to the cause. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 5-10% of Americans have some form of communication disorder, with nearly 7% experiencing language impairment, aphasia being most …
Expanding Diversity and Fostering Greater Compassion in Speech Therapy
Here at The Orange Effect Foundation, our goal is to make a difference in the lives of children whose families cannot afford speech therapy or a device for communication. One of the things we love is learning about programs designed to help those who may not have access to resources many of us take for granted. Similarly, ASHA, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, recognizes the …
How Digital Platforms Have Made Speech Therapy More Accessible
Many American children suffer from a range of speech disorders, such as stuttering, dysarthria, and apraxia. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, by the first grade, around 5% of children exhibit speech disorders. They can stem from multiple causes, like hearing disorders, developmental disabilities, or voice problems. Fortunately, speech …
The Need For Autism and Behavioral Specialists
The following is from an article in Onward magazine (the alumni magazine of John Carroll University), Fall 2021 edition. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the expected job growth for autism and behavior specialists is 19%, significantly faster than the average growth across all professions. Why? About 6 million people in the US alone have autism. However, there are currently …
