CHESTER – Isabel Carron, CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist at Memorial Hospital’s Therapy & Sports Rehab Center in Chester, IL, has recently completed the SPEAK OUT® Therapy Program Certification Course.
The SPEAK OUT® Therapy Program, developed by the nonprofit Parkinson Voice Project®, is a specialized, evidence-based approach designed to help people with Parkinson’s disease and related disorders improve and maintain their speech and swallowing skills.
The program focuses on helping individuals “speak with INTENT,” turning speech from something that happens automatically into a purposeful action. This approach combines education, one-on-one speech therapy, group sessions, daily home practice, and ongoing follow-up to support long-term communication success.
Carron shared that her favorite part of the certification was knowing the program’s proven impact. “I enjoyed completing a program that has been proven to help individuals with Parkinson’s improve their speech and communication long term!” she said. By earning this certification, Carron brings an advanced level of care to the local community, offering a valuable service for individuals living with
Parkinson’s disease who may struggle to be heard and understood. Clear communication plays a vital role in maintaining independence, relationships, and overall quality of life, and this specialized training helps ensure patients receive targeted, effective support close to home.
Carron provides care at Memorial Hospital’s Therapy & Sports Rehab Center, where she is available for assessments and works closely with patients and other healthcare providers to develop personalized therapy programs. Her goal is to help individuals living with Parkinson’s and other communication challenges preserve their voice, confidence, and ability to engage fully in daily life. Through this certification and her ongoing commitment to patient-centered care, Carron continues to support patients in living their best life with improved communication and connection.