Kiron Speech Path

06/01/2026

Today begins my 21st year as a speech-language pathologist!

05/30/2026

SUN Meals To-Go helps keep kids fueled all summer long! 😎

Free meals are available for kids and teens ages 18 and younger during summer break. Families may pick up a free lunch, plus a free breakfast for the following day, at Denison High School from June 1 to July 31, Monday through Friday, from 11:00 to 12:30pm.

Meal pickup will be available through drive-thru service at the Fine Arts Center Circle Drive.

Children may also be eligible for SUN Bucks, a separate program that provides grocery benefits over the summer months. Learn more at https://hhs.iowa.gov/sunbucks.

To find summer meal options near you, visit https://fns.usda.gov/summer/sitefinder.

05/28/2026

Discover the "Be Tech Wise" series, offering realistic advice on screen use to help kids—and families—thrive. The newest resource is focused on young children with developmental delays or differences. These free, printable handouts are available in both English and Spanish.

05/28/2026

Parents, check this out!

📢 SAVE THE DATE! 📢
The Digital Storytelling is coming to Iowa City!
🗓 November 11–13, 2026
📍 Iowa City, IA
This exciting opportunity supports families in developing a 2-4 minute story for awareness and advocacy
✨ More information and registration details coming soon—stay tuned!
📣 Please share with families and partners who may be interested!

05/26/2026

When do most children start to giggle and laugh? Point and wave? Put two or more words together? Write their own name? Learn more about what to expect in your child's first five years of life.

05/22/2026

Hearing loss is extremely common among adults. Even mild hearing loss can make conversation difficult. Here are some simple ways to communicate more effectively with someone who has hearing loss.

05/20/2026

Getting ready for camp can be exciting — and a little overwhelming. Children with speech, language, and social communication disorders may need extra support as they prepare for this big change. These tips can help families.

05/20/2026

Today's frustration...gaps in care for those who need it the most.

05/19/2026

People with autism spectrum disorder often have differences in social behavior and communication, intense interests, and repetitive behaviors. Learn more about the signs, diagnosis, interventions, and resources: https://go.nih.gov/nLv8oCK

Learn about NIMH research on autism spectrum disorder. Find resources on the signs and symptoms of autism and potential treatments and therapies.