Who We Are

Champions for Communication Health

The Communication Health Support Association serves as a leading national provider of public information, education, and resources about communication disorders and the related work of audiologists and speech-language pathologists.

About Us
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Speech, Language and Swallowing

Speech, language, and swallowing disorders affect your daily life and ability to communicate effectively. Learn more about how speech-language pathologists diagnose and treat these conditions.

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Hearing and Balance

If you are concerned about hearing loss or experiencing balance problems, this section will help you understand common disorders and how an audiologist can help.

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Insurance and Access

Health insurance for speech and hearing services isn't always straightforward. In this section, learn more about your insurance and how to advocate for better coverage.

Communication and Feeding Milestones

These guidelines cover children’s development from birth to 5 years.

Communication Milestones

From Birth to 5 Years

Feeding and Swallowing Milestones

From Birth to 3 Years

Driving Accessible, Quality Care for All

The Communication Health Support Association is here for the millions of Americans impacted by communication disorders.

247,000+

247,000+

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association represents over 247,000 professionals, affiliates, and students in the communication sciences and disorders field.

100+ Years

100+ Years

In 2025, ASHA celebrated 100 years of supporting audiologists, SLPs, and the people they serve.

Hearing Disorders

Children

Children

1 in 8 kids and teens has permanent hearing damage, often from loud noise.

Adults

Adults

Nearly 38 million adults in the U.S. have hearing loss.

Speech Disorders

Children

Children

1 in 14 children (ages 3-17) has a speech, voice, or language disorder.

Adults

Adults

Almost 18 million adults experience a voice disorder each year.

ASHA PROFIND

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ASHA ProFind is your connection to over 30,000 ASHA-certified audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Find the right professional for your needs.

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