Speech therapy is also used in assisted living facilities and nursing homes. It helps people work on skills they've lost with age, such as communication and swallowing, Hartmann says.

Therapists working in rehab, inpatient, home-based or outpatient settings have always faced challenges. Some are clinical and may concern symptoms ...

Medicare provides coverage for speech therapy when it has been identified as medically necessary. Out-of-pocket costs apply. Read on for more.