Services

People living with ALS and other neurological conditions experience changes in speech, voice, and swallowing that benefit from early, specialized care. At Empower Speech Solutions, therapy is delivered virtually (or in person in Edmonton area) and tailored to progressive and acquired neurological conditions, allowing individuals and families to access expert support from home. Services are adapted to each person’s diagnosis, goals and stage of change. Care is practical, evidence-informed, and focused on preserving connection and quality of life.

  • Full assistance, from start to finish, on banking your voice or creating an AI Voice Clone

  • Speech & Communication support focusing on maintaining clarity, efficiency and intelligibility; fatigue management and communication strategies

Voice Preservation & Speech Support


Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)

  • Early AAC planning for ALS

  • Assistance in choosing the right communication tools for you, should you need something to clarify your speech OR use a tool or device to replace your speech. This isn’t a “one size fits all”.

  • Work with me to find the right low-tech solution or text-to-speech app for your phone or tablet

  • Customization for real-life use


  • Clinical swallow evaluation, including meal observation

  • Education and monitoring of swallow

  • Practical strategies focused on safe swallowing and quality of life

Swallowing Support


  • Communication strategies

  • Support memory and daily functioning

  • Promote safe eating and swallowing

  • Equip caregivers with clear strategies to maintain meaningful connection

Dementia Support


  • Voice conservation and amplification strategies

  • Respiratory muscle strength training (EMST or IMST) - when appropriate and with physician consult

Voice & Respiratory Support


  • Compassionate, practical support

  • Communication strategies

  • Education around communication, swallow or memory issues of your loved one

Training for caregivers and communication partners