Integrating science and service in communicative health since 1928

Northwestern University Center for Audiology, Speech, Language, and Learning

How We Are Different

Part of the Community. Since 1928 the center has been a trusted resource, providing communication and learning services to the community. We help hundreds of children and adults each year—extending our reach far beyond the university classroom.

Integrated Approach to Clinical Care. Our clinical care is built on a foundation of research and innovation. University researchers and clinical faculty bridge their knowledge, making the center an invaluable resource for communicative health. Some clients engage in research as part of a treatment plan, and many research studies invite community participation.

Expert Care. Our expert clinical faculty direct all levels of client care. All faculty clinicians are licensed and certified.

Teaching Center. Northwestern’s professional graduate programs in communication sciences and disorders are among the best in the country, and the center provides clinical training for these future audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and learning disability specialists. Clinical faculty direct the residency-and-rotation teaching model founded on best practices and a comprehensive care approach that coordinates with medical teams, educators, and families.

Audio Environment Simulation Room. The center’s state-of-the-art Audio Environment Simulation Room allows clients to test hearing devices against different background noises and environments so that fittings can be fine-tuned and personalized. Other clients may also benefit from practicing communication strategies in a range of real-world settings.

Healthcare Partner. The center is part of a broad network that ensures comprehensive and appropriate care. Our partners include• Northwestern Memorial Hospital• Northwestern Voice, Speech, Language Service and Swallowing Center, Chicago• Northwestern Audiology Services, Chicago• Prentice Women’s Hospital of Northwestern Memorial Hospital• Educators and medical and social service professionals

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and POS plans are accepted.

Discounts on select products and services may be available for Northwestern University faculty, students, and staff who hold a valid WildCard.

Speech-Language Services

The center offers a range of services to help children and adults who are experiencing speech-language communication challenges.

Learning Services

Assessment and remediation services are available for children and adults with learning disabilities in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, writing, math, and nonverbal learning.

Diagnostic evaluations assess how cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses are evident in daily functioning at school or in the work-place. The purpose of assessment is to determine why someone is hav-ing difficulty (e.g., having trouble reading, writing for self-expression, solving math problems, etc.) and to identify strategies and accommoda-tions to address areas of concern.

Remediation services aim to improve functioning in areas of underachievement identified by a diagnostic evaluation. Although

schoolwork can be integrated into the remediation curriculum, remediation focuses on improving the listening, speaking, reading, writing, and math skills that contribute to success in academic environments or the workplace.

Multidisciplinary evaluations are available for learning disabilities and speech-language disorders.

Integrating science and service in communicative health since 1928

Audiology Services

The center offers services to children and adults who are experiencing difficulty communicating due to changes in hearing. Our services include• Adult and pediatric hearing evaluations• Adult and pediatric hearing aid evaluations• Adult and pediatric hearing aid fitting and orientation• Adult and pediatric hearing loss conservation• Pediatric auditory processing evaluations• Aural rehabilitation, including úSpeechreadingúUnderstanding your hearingúCommunication strategiesúAssistive listening and alerting devicesúUnderstanding hearing aidsúSocial/emotional effects of hearing loss

Types of Services• Individual speech-language therapy• Group speech-language therapy• Evaluations providing initial diagnosis

or second opinions• Multidisciplinary evaluations

for learning disabilities and speech- language disorders

• Home-based services through Early Intervention Programs

• Summer therapy opportunities for children

• Cognitive Fitness Program for adults• Accent modification for English

language learners• Professional speaking services

We specialize in evaluation and treatment for• AphasiaúTraditional treatmentúIntensive Aphasia Program úPrimary Progressive Aphasia Program (PPA)

• Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)• Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)• Cognitive-communication impairment• Language delays and disorders in

children ages 0 to 18 years• Literacy• Motor speech disorders (Apraxia and

Dysarthria)• Pragmatic (social) language disorders• Speech sound disorders (articulation

and phonological impairment)• Stuttering (Fluency disorders)• Swallowing (Dysphagia)• Transgender voice and communication• Voice disorders

The center hosts healthcare education events open to the community, including• Cognitive Fitness Program for adults• Communication and Hearing Enhancement Program• Hearing and cognitive screening events for adults• Speaker series• Speech and language screenings in schools and daycare

centers

For more information, please call 847-491-3165

How We Are Different

Part of the Community. Since 1928 the center has been a trusted resource, providing communication and learning services to the community. We help hundreds of children and adults each year—extending our reach far beyond the university classroom.

Integrated Approach to Clinical Care. Our clinical care is built on a foundation of research and innovation. University researchers and clinical faculty bridge their knowledge, making the center an invaluable resource for communicative health. Some clients engage in research as part of a treatment plan, and many research studies invite community participation.

Expert Care. Our expert clinical faculty direct all levels of client care. All faculty clinicians are licensed and certified.

Teaching Center. Northwestern’s professional graduate programs in communication sciences and disorders are among the best in the country, and the center provides clinical training for these future audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and learning disability specialists. Clinical faculty direct the residency-and-rotation teaching model founded on best practices and a comprehensive care approach that coordinates with medical teams, educators, and families.

Audio Environment Simulation Room. The center’s state-of-the-art Audio Environment Simulation Room allows clients to test hearing devices against different background noises and environments so that fittings can be fine-tuned and personalized. Other clients may also benefit from practicing communication strategies in a range of real-world settings.

Healthcare Partner. The center is part of a broad network that ensures comprehensive and appropriate care. Our partners include• Northwestern Memorial Hospital• Northwestern Voice, Speech, Language Service and Swallowing Center, Chicago• Northwestern Audiology Services, Chicago• Prentice Women’s Hospital of Northwestern Memorial Hospital• Educators and medical and social service professionals

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and POS plans are accepted.

Discounts on select products and services may be available for Northwestern University faculty, students, and staff who hold a valid WildCard.

Speech-Language Services

The center offers a range of services to help children and adults who are experiencing speech-language communication challenges.

Learning Services

Assessment and remediation services are available for children and adults with learning disabilities in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, writing, math, and nonverbal learning.

Diagnostic evaluations assess how cognitive and academic strengths and weaknesses are evident in daily functioning at school or in the work-place. The purpose of assessment is to determine why someone is hav-ing difficulty (e.g., having trouble reading, writing for self-expression, solving math problems, etc.) and to identify strategies and accommoda-tions to address areas of concern.

Remediation services aim to improve functioning in areas of underachievement identified by a diagnostic evaluation. Although

schoolwork can be integrated into the remediation curriculum, remediation focuses on improving the listening, speaking, reading, writing, and math skills that contribute to success in academic environments or the workplace.

Multidisciplinary evaluations are available for learning disabilities and speech-language disorders.

Integrating science and service in communicative health since 1928

Audiology Services

The center offers services to children and adults who are experiencing difficulty communicating due to changes in hearing. Our services include• Adult and pediatric hearing evaluations• Adult and pediatric hearing aid evaluations• Adult and pediatric hearing aid fitting and orientation• Adult and pediatric hearing loss conservation• Pediatric auditory processing evaluations• Aural rehabilitation, including úSpeechreadingúUnderstanding your hearingúCommunication strategiesúAssistive listening and alerting devicesúUnderstanding hearing aidsúSocial/emotional effects of hearing loss

Types of Services• Individual speech-language therapy• Group speech-language therapy• Evaluations providing initial diagnosis

or second opinions• Multidisciplinary evaluations

for learning disabilities and speech- language disorders

• Home-based services through Early Intervention Programs

• Summer therapy opportunities for children

• Cognitive Fitness Program for adults• Accent modification for English

language learners• Professional speaking services

We specialize in evaluation and treatment for• AphasiaúTraditional treatmentúIntensive Aphasia Program úPrimary Progressive Aphasia Program (PPA)

• Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)• Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)• Cognitive-communication impairment• Language delays and disorders in

children ages 0 to 18 years• Literacy• Motor speech disorders (Apraxia and

Dysarthria)• Pragmatic (social) language disorders• Speech sound disorders (articulation

and phonological impairment)• Stuttering (Fluency disorders)• Swallowing (Dysphagia)• Transgender voice and communication• Voice disorders

The center hosts healthcare education events open to the community, including• Cognitive Fitness Program for adults• Communication and Hearing Enhancement Program• Hearing and cognitive screening events for adults• Speaker series• Speech and language screenings in schools and daycare

centers

For more information, please call 847-491-3165

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The Northwestern University Center for Audiology, Speech,

Language, and Learning combines clinical expertise and pioneering

research with an unswerving commitment to client care—providing

trusted, research-based services to the entire community.

Building on a foundation of knowledge, expertise, and compassion,

our not-for-profit center provides evidence-based evaluation and

treatment to clients with hearing, speech-language, and learning

challenges. Our expert clinicians offer personalized care to optimize

results and build confidence in daily communication.

Our team of experienced clinical faculty directs all levels of client

care. The center, an established healthcare resource founded in

1928, partners with medical teams, educators, and other profes-

sionals to ensure comprehensive care for each client.

The Northwestern University Center for Audiology, Speech, Language,

and Learning brings trusted, expert care to the community, helping

children and adults realize their communication and learning potential.

Knowledge. Expertise. Compassion.

Northwestern University Center for Audiology,

Speech, Language, and Learning

Contact UsQuestions? Call, email, or visit www.CommunicationClinic.northwestern.edu for more information.

Phone 847-491-3165Email NUCASLL@northwestern.eduFax 847-467-7141Address 2315 Campus Drive, Evanston, Illinois 60208Clinic hours 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday

The center’s new state-of-the-art facility is conveniently located off Sheridan Road on Northwestern University’s Evanston campus along Lake Michigan. Free indoor parking is available for center visitors.

Northwestern University does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law in matters of admissions, employment, housing, or services or in the educational programs or activities it operates.

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Testimonials I feel assured when I refer patients to Northwestern’s clinic that they are receiving high-quality care. The academic environment keeps me and my patients connected to trustworthy, innovative strategies and ongoing life management support. —Frank Weschler, MD

I have had a wonderful experience and am grateful for the service that was provided to me. I am much more knowledgeable about how to help myself because of the practical techniques I learned. —J. L., client

The clinic really did a great job of developing a customized and com-prehensive treatment plan for my unique voice condition. I appreciate all of their hard work and dedication. —J. P., client

The care, concern, and compassion shown by each individual at the clinic put both my son and me at ease. The strides he made, all while having fun, were remarkable. —A. S., parent of client”

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