Speech and Language Therapy- Adults- see ADULTS SLT

The adult speech and language therapy (SLT) department is involved in the assessment, diagnosis and management of voice, communication and swallowing difficulties of anyone aged 18 years or over in the Barnsley area .

Outcomes

  • To contribute to a medical diagnosis
  • Improved/optimal functional communication (including voice production)
  • Improved/optimal swallowing function
  • Modified consistencies to support oral feeding
  • Able to eat and drink normally
  • Self management of an illness or disability
  • Improved knowledge of their illness or disorder
  • Recovery of voice
  • Supportive care towards end of life

 

Accessing the service

Referral guidelines

The quickest way to make a referral is by email to swy-tr.BarnsleySLT@nhs.net

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