Speech Therapy

Speech Therapy Services That Help You Communicate, Swallow, and Live with Confidence

At Nye Health Services, we believe communication is essential to living a full and independent life. Whether you’re recovering from a stroke, managing Parkinson’s disease, experiencing memory changes, or having difficulty swallowing, our experienced speech-language pathologists (SLPs) create personalized treatment plans to help you regain confidence and improve your quality of life. Our speech therapy services are available across multiple Nye Health Services locations, providing compassionate, evidence-based care for older adults in skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, outpatient therapy, and home health settings.

What is Speech Therapy?

Speech therapy addresses more than just speech. A licensed speech-language pathologist evaluates and treats disorders that affect:

Speech clarity and pronunciation
Language and communication
Voice quality
Swallowing (dysphagia)
Memory and cognition
Problem-solving and executive functioning
Social communication

Every therapy plan is tailored to the individual’s goals, medical history, and daily activities to maximize independence and safety.

Speech Therapy is available at all Nye Health Services Campuses.

Nye Square, Fremont, NE
Nye Legacy, Fremont, NE
Nye Pointe, Fremont, NE
Gateway Vista, Lincoln, NE
The Meadows, Norfolk, NE
Nye Summit, Louisville, NE

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Conditions We Treat

Our speech-language pathologists work with individuals experiencing:

Stroke (CVA)
Parkinson’s disease
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Aphasia
Dysarthria
Apraxia of speech
Voice disorders
Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
Neurological conditions
Multiple sclerosis
Head and neck cancer recovery
General weakness or deconditioning following hospitalization

Our Speech Therapy Services

Speech & Language Therapy

We help individuals improve their ability to speak clearly, understand language, express thoughts, and communicate effectively with family, caregivers, and healthcare providers.

Treatment may include:

Articulation exercises
Language comprehension
Word-finding strategies
Conversation skills
Alternative communication methods when needed

Cognitive Therapy

Changes in memory and thinking can affect everyday life. Cognitive therapy focuses on improving:

Memory
Attention
Organization
Problem-solving
Safety awareness
Medication management
Daily routines

Our therapists also teach practical strategies that patients and caregivers can use at home.

Swallowing Therapy (Dysphagia)

Difficulty swallowing can increase the risk of choking, malnutrition, dehydration, and aspiration pneumonia.

Our speech-language pathologists evaluate swallowing function and develop individualized treatment plans that may include:

Swallowing exercises
Safe swallowing techniques
Diet texture recommendations
Positioning strategies
Caregiver education

Our goal is to help individuals eat and drink as safely and comfortably as possible.

Specialized Parkinson's Disease Treatment

Nye Health Services proudly offers the SPEAK OUT!® Therapy Program, an evidence-based program developed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.

The SPEAK OUT!® Program focuses on helping people:

Speak with a stronger voice
Improve speech clarity
Enhance swallowing function
Strengthen communication confidence
Maintain quality of life

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FAQs

What does a speech therapist treat?

Speech-language pathologists treat speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders caused by stroke, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, neurological conditions, injury, and aging.

Do I need speech therapy after a stroke?

Many stroke survivors benefit from speech therapy to improve communication, memory, thinking skills, and swallowing function.

Can speech therapy help Parkinson's disease?

Yes. Specialized programs such as SPEAK OUT!® help people with Parkinson’s maintain stronger voices, improve speech clarity, and support safer swallowing.

Does speech therapy help swallowing problems?

Yes. Speech-language pathologists evaluate swallowing disorders (dysphagia) and develop personalized treatment plans to improve swallowing safety and reduce the risk of aspiration.

Can I receive speech therapy as an outpatient?

Yes. Nye Health Services offers outpatient speech therapy for individuals who are living at home but need continued treatment to improve communication, cognition, voice, or swallowing. Outpatient therapy is ideal for people recovering from a stroke, managing Parkinson’s disease, recovering from surgery or illness, or experiencing changes in memory or speech. Our speech-language pathologists develop personalized treatment plans to help you achieve your goals and maintain your independence.