Directory of RiteCare® clinics, centers, and programs
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The Rhythm and Blues of Speech, Language, and Literacy
2010 RiteCare Conference
April 15-16, 2010
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Registration form | Scholarship form
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Hotel information:
Sheraton Canal Street Hotel
500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 | Tel: 504-525-2500
Room prices: $109 single & double, $239+ suites
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/book/scottishrite
Please say you are with the Scottish Rite for the room discount.
Conference begins Wednesday, April 14 with an evening reception.
Conference ends mid-day on Friday, April 16.
If you have any questions regarding the RiteCare conference,
please email Heather Calloway at hcalloway@scottishrite.org
In the early 1950s in Colorado, the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of the Southern Jurisdiction of the United States initiated a program to help children with speech and language disorders. The results obtained from this program led to the establishment of RiteCare clinics to provide diagnostic evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders, as well as learning disabilities.
Today, there are 178 RiteCare® clinics, centers, and special programs operating or planned for children and therapists located throughout the United States. Each facility is staffed by speech-language pathologists or other trained personnel. Through the support of Scottish Rite members, these clinics, centers, and programs continue to increase. The value of this philanthropy has long been apparent. Tens of thousands of youngsters across the United States have been helped significantly. With the good work of dedicated clinicians and parents, the Scottish Rite has achieved successes that could only be imagined a few years back. Children who might have remained educationally behind for a lifetime can now talk, read, and lead productive lives.
Program Eligibility
As a rule, the RiteCare® Clinics accept preschool children who have difficulty speaking or understanding the spoken word or school-age children who have difficulty learning to read. Some centers also offer literacy training for adults.
Inquiries on age groups and program offerings in specific areas should be addressed to the director of the local Scottish Rite facility. Equally important, all services are available regardless of race, creed, or the family's inability to pay.
While all children in need are eligible for available RiteCare® Program treatment, please consult with your local facility for specific financial information.
