As we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress we’ve made together as a community. This year has been all about growth, connection, and innovation—and it’s all thanks to you.

Here are some highlights from the year:
🌟 3,300+ hours spent by professionals on Liricare, using the platform to connect, learn, and streamline their workflows.
💬 Over 8,000 posts shared, sparking meaningful conversations and knowledge-sharing among special needs professionals.
👩‍⚕️ Welcoming 650+ new members, including SLPs, OTs, school admins, parents, and other professionals committed to improving lives.
🚀 Introducing Liri AI, our innovative tool designed to simplify documentation and save time—helping you focus on what matters most.
💼 Launching our Job Listings feature, making it easier for professionals to find and share opportunities—for free.

Looking ahead to 2025, we’re excited to continue growing and innovating. New features are on the horizon, designed to make your experience on Liricare even more impactful.

To everyone who has been part of our journey this year—thank you. Your dedication, collaboration, and support inspire us every day.

Here’s to a wonderful holiday season and a bright year ahead!

Warm regards,
The Liricare Team

🌟 Big News for Our Liricare Community!

We’re excited to announce a brand-new feature on Liricare—you can now post and apply to jobs directly through our platform! 🎉
https://connect.liricare.com/job_postings

This feature is designed just for you, our amazing community of over 600 therapists, to make connecting with career opportunities easier and more effective.

Here’s how it works:
✅ If you’re an employer, you can post job openings and reach talented professionals in the therapy field.
✅ If you’re looking for new opportunities, you can explore jobs tailored to your expertise and apply directly.

A huge thank-you to everyone who made this possible🙌

And guess what? This is just the beginning! More features are on the way, all designed to support and empower our community of SLPs, OTs, and all professionals in therapy and rehabilitation

Head over to Liricare Connect and check it out. Let us know what you think—we’d love to hear your feedback!

Thank you for being such an incredible part of the Liricare journey.
Let’s continue building something amazing together. 💙

You’re Invited! 🌟

Save the date: Tuesday, December 12th, at 12 PM EST—we’re hosting a LinkedIn Live you won’t want to miss! Here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7270102280434020352/

Join Raegan Stanley, CCC-SLP, a proud member of the Liricare community, and Anu Upadhyaya, Director of School Services at Liricare, for an inspiring conversation about how Liri AI is simplifying the work of special needs professionals.

Raegan will share her firsthand experience using Liri AI for documentation and how it’s helped her reclaim time to focus on her clients. Whether you’re exploring new tools or just curious about making your day more efficient, this discussion is for you!

✨ Here’s what you can look forward to:
✅ Real-world insights from a fellow SLP
✅ Practical tips to simplify your workload
✅ A live Q&A session to answer your burning questions

🎟️ Reserve your spot today—we can’t wait to connect with you! Click here to register: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7270102280434020352/

Ever thought about taking your SLP skills beyond the usual? From tech breakthroughs to voice coaching, there’s a whole world of possibilities waiting for you. Let’s think outside the box and discover paths that blend passion with purpose! 💬✨

Which one sparks your interest? Share in the comments!

Need ideas for a thoughtful gift for an SLP in your life? We’ve put together the ultimate guide with practical, fun, and heartfelt gifts to make their day a little brighter! From tools to help them in sessions to items that show just how much they’re appreciated, you’ll find something that’s perfect. Take a look!

https://content.liricare.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-choosing-thoughtful-gifts-for-an-slp/

SLPs, are you haunted by the paperwork monsters lurking on your desk? 👻 This Halloween, let’s rewrite that horror story! With Liri AI, you can breeze through documentation, leaving you more time for patient care—and less time for ‘after-hours scares.’ 🎃📝 Try Liri AI with a 30-day free trial and say goodbye to paperwork nightmares!

Tackling Burnout Head-On: A Guide for Speech Therapists
Zachary Smith, MS, CCC-SLP:
https://constanttherapyhealth.com/brainwire/tackling-burnout-head-on-a-guide-for-speech-therapists/

Calling all SLPs who are interested in bringing new innovation into our field!

I am the founder of a startup called ASD 123 which stands for Accessible Speech Development (www.ASD-123.com). I am driving interactivity through the child's voice; where the child's voice will bring about an action on the app.

I am currently looking for SLPs who are interested in participating in this round of beta testing which lasts approximately 8 weeks. Did I mention it is all free to be a part of this?!

Here is the link to my app:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/asd-123/id1577037312

Please feel free to reach out to me here on Liricare or via email ([email protected])

Together let's put out some positive and functional innovation for our clients and patients!

I had the honor of being featured on Venita Litvack's Speechie Side Up Podcast.

We talk about disability, accessibility, and diversity in the CSD field.

Please take a listen and feel free to share!

https://anchor.fm/speechiesideup

Calling all Speech Language Pathologists! 🗣️💼 Looking for a 100% remote role where you can serve clients in California from the comfort of your own home?

Well, Michelle Chaisson Moore is hiring, and this could be your next gig! 🌟

If you’re ready to make an impact from your laptop (and avoid California traffic 🚗), this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. 🙌

Apply now: https://smrtr.io/nbYW9 and start practicing your remote Zoom voice! 💻

#SLPJobs #SLP #Speech #SpeechLanguagePathology #RemoteWork #ApplyNow #NoCommuteLife

Differences and Similarities in
OT, PT and SLP Coursework

GETTING STARTED AS AN SLP IN SCHOOLS

https://careers.asha.org/getting-started/getting-started-as-an-slp-in-schools/

Outcomes Matter! The School SLP Services Outcomes Framework

https://www.medbridge.com/blog/2019/12/the-school-slp-services-outcomes-framework-outcomes-matter/

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the complex relationship between politics, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and the delivery of speech-language pathology services.

We're going LIVE on Youtube and LinkedIn at 6:45 PM CT TODAY! Subscribe and get notified HERE: https://www.youtube.com/live/3NVpJB9Y6RM?si=8fblX2ftSUQNqXWj

In this podcast episode, hosted by Melanie Y. Evans, MS CCC-SLP, we'll delve into:

Personal experiences and anecdotes shared by our guests: Rachel Archambault, MA CCC-SLP, Jordyn Carroll, MS, CCC-SLP, and AC Goldberg, PhD CCC-SLP.

*The impact of political policies on clinical practice, access to care, and treatment approaches.
* Strategies for addressing bias and providing culturally sensitive care.
*The role of speech-language pathologists in advocacy and promoting social justice.
* Emerging trends and best practices for navigating these complex issues.

Don't miss this important conversation as we explore the challenges and opportunities facing speech-language pathologists in today's political and social landscape.

Are you interested in working for a different type of company?

iTherapy is revolutionizing communication therapy by combining speech-language pathology, autism care, and AI technology. Founded by SLPs Lois Jean Brady and Matthew Guggemos, we develop innovative tools like InnerVoice, an interactive app that enhances communication and literacy skills through AI-powered features, and EASI-AS, an AI-based autism screener featured in the ASHA Leader.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a SLP Supervisors-Product Design Contributor at iTherapy. The role involves contributing to product design and development for speech therapy tools. Day-to-day tasks include using AI-based tools for caseload management, providing supervision to SLPAs and SLPs, and offering insights regarding new iTherapy products and tools.

Qualifications

Growth mindset
Speech Therapy and Speech skills
Experience in addressing Communication and Language Disorders
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Experience in product design or development is a plus
Licensure as an SLP or SLPA
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field

Ethnographic interviewing is an essential aspect of culturally responsive assessment. Here are some interview questions that can support you in your care for multicultural clients and families!

Sharing what was shared to me as a member of SIG 14, Cultural and Linguistic Diversity: https://bit.ly/TNEthnographic

Commonly Used AI tool for therapy with students by SLPs:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W_tkrTio205VN7qNKN9mpN5aWsLRa1uQ8O_U9SPfeBQ/edit?usp=sharing

What will happen to school based SLP teletherapy after 2024?

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oM22z2ux2QBiGXDJlLdoUyLIjGwV-BTu0ntvTw0P6iE/edit?usp=sharing

Do you know about the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC)? Find out if the state you are licensed in will be participating and what that might means to you:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KVt-E71uAs_kYlY7j-hBFeqnY6fQ0nmEcO4Fplri2U0/edit?usp=sharing

Who can relate?