Speech and Language Therapy supports children and young people who have speech, language, communication needs and/or swallowing difficulties.
Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) work closely with parents, carers and other professionals, (e.g. Teachers, Health Visitors). SLTs work in a range of settings, including:
Children may present with:
Speech, language and communication difficulties may also be associated with:
SLTs work in multi-disciplinary teams within the Western Trust.
Referral Information
If you would like to make a referral to Speech & Language Therapy Ask your GP or other professional involved with your child to make a referral or you can self-refer by ringing the central referral line 028 7186 4399 (office hours)
SALT.WatersideHC@westerntrust.hscni.net (Derry, Limavady and Strabane Areas)
SpeechTherapy.TFH@westerntrust.hscni.net (Omagh and Fermanagh Areas)