The SLLC is a training facility at Bridgewater University. As such, the SLLC follows the primary schedule of the University (two semesters per year, holidays, conferences etc.). Each client of the SLLC will be provided with a schedule of dates that the SLLC will be available for services each semester.
To accommodate the needs of the clients and clinicians, the following additional policies have been implemented:
Non-Discrimination Policy
Our Policy Statement of Non-Discrimination and Diversity is located on pages 1-2 of the Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Affirmative Action Plan.
Financial Responsibility
The SLLC provides services at no cost to clients.
We currently accept donations. To make a donation, please visit our Giving page. Select "Other" in the Fund Designation box, then type Speech-Language-Literacy-Center as the "fund of your choice."
Confidentiality
The BSU SLLC will keep all personal and medical information confidential. Client information will only be released upon receipt of a signed Privileged Communication form. Consent for a release of information may be withdrawn by the client at any time with a written notice signed by the client and/or client's parent/guardian.
The BSU SLLC will not discuss a client's diagnosis, session content, or progress with anyone other than caregivers/parents without written consent. We may communicate with clients’ caregivers, parents, or other therapists via email, phone, and mail when written permission is secured.
Duration of Services
Individual and small group therapy sessions typically run 45 -60 minutes in length. Time for parent/caregiver wrap-up is incorporated into the session. Larger groups run for 1-2 hours.
Allergies/Restrictions
When you schedule either evaluation or treatment, you will receive a packet of materials which includes an Allergy Alert form to fill out. This form is kept in the client's file. It is crucial for every client to have this form filled out, even if no allergies are known. If there are food preferences or diet restrictions, please make sure this is noted on the form. If you have not filled out this form or need to make changes please do so as soon as possible. We have a list of clients and their allergies posted inside the center so all of the clinical staff can be vigilant of clients’ allergies.
Supervision
Once your family member is escorted to the treatment room, he/she will be supervised by the student clinician 100% of the time; a client is NEVER left alone anywhere in the physical space of the SLLC. With client/caregiver permission, sessions are videotaped; caregivers are encouraged to observe sessions to facilitate generalization of skills outside of the therapy session.
Students
We are an educational facility and as such, support educational opportunities for the community and BSU students. Undergraduate and graduate students may observe and/or provide treatment services under the supervision of a state licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologists. Prior to utilizing the center, all students will have completed training concerning privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures; the SLLC maintains records documenting this training.