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A nearly $1 million gift from the California Scottish Rite Foundation is helping the University of the Pacific expand free speech-language and literacy therapy for Stockton-area children—accelerating access to care while training the next generation of clinicians.

Speech therapy is a powerful tool that transforms lives by helping individuals overcome communication challenges. Whether it’s a child struggling with speech delays or an adult recovering from a stroke, speech therapy offers practical solutions that improve daily interactions and overall quality of life.

The California Scottish Rite Foundation gratefully acknowledges the San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization for their $1,000 grant award. Thanks to this generous support, we’ve been able to acquire new iPads for our San Diego RiteCare Childhood Language Center, enhancing both in-clinic and tele-therapy services for children with speech-language needs.

With screens everywhere, it’s important to understand how screen time affects young children’s speech and...

Early language development is a critical milestone in a child’s growth. As a parent, you have a unique opportunity...

When it comes to speech development, terms like articulation and phonology often come up. But what do they mean, and why are they important

Did you know that play is one of the best ways for children to learn language and social skills?

Leading with curiosity, sensory play involves engaging with senses such as touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell in an experimental way.

If you are seeking ways to enhance your child's reading fluency and speech development, working with sight words is an excellent approach.

With increased free time, maintaining a connection to learning—especially through reading—is invaluable for a child's ongoing development.