In-Home Speech Therapy in Tampa, FL

A nurse and an elderly man sit together on a couch
Expert speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-communication therapy delivered in your home.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Call Us : (813) 652-7070
A nurse and an elderly man sit together on a couch
An elderly man and a nurse are seated on a couch

What Is In-Home Speech Therapy?

An elderly man and a nurse are seated on a couch
Speech therapy — provided by a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) — treats disorders affecting speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive communication. When these abilities are compromised by stroke, neurological disease, surgery, injury, or illness, a speech therapist helps patients regain function, develop compensatory strategies, and improve their quality of life.
At Empower Home Care, our speech-language pathologists deliver in-home speech therapy across Tampa, FL and the surrounding Tampa Bay area. Receiving therapy at home offers distinct advantages: patients practice communication and swallowing skills in their natural environment, using their own meals, their own phone, and their own daily routines. This makes therapy immediately functional and directly transferable to real life.
Our SLPs are part of a coordinated, nurse-supervised care team. They work alongside our skilled nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists to ensure that every aspect of your recovery is aligned. As a CHAP-accredited, nurse-owned, and veteran-operated agency, we deliver speech therapy with the same clinical rigor and compassion that defines all of our home health services.

Our Speech Therapy Services

Speech Therapy Services We Provide at Home

Our licensed speech-language pathologists provide the following services in your home throughout Tampa, Hillsborough County, Manatee County, and Polk County.
a woman assists a child with an exercise

Comprehensive Speech-Language Evaluation

Every course of speech therapy begins with a thorough evaluation of your speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication abilities. Your SLP assesses articulation, fluency, voice quality, oral motor function, receptive and expressive language skills, reading, writing, and swallowing safety. This evaluation identifies the specific deficits affecting your communication and establishes a targeted treatment plan with measurable goals.

A woman receiving a facial examination from a doctor in a clinical setting

Dysphagia (Swallowing Disorder) Treatment

Dysphagia — difficulty swallowing — is one of the most common and potentially dangerous conditions treated by speech therapists. Swallowing problems can lead to choking, aspiration pneumonia, malnutrition, and dehydration. Our SLPs evaluate your swallowing function, determine safe food and liquid textures, teach swallowing techniques and exercises to strengthen the muscles involved, and educate patients and caregivers on safe eating strategies. Dysphagia treatment is critical for patients recovering from stroke, head and neck surgery, neurological diseases, and prolonged intubation.

A woman and a young boy sit at a table

Speech Articulation Therapy

Articulation disorders affect the clarity of speech — making it difficult for others to understand what you’re saying. After a stroke, brain injury, or surgery affecting the mouth, tongue, or jaw, patients may slur words, substitute sounds, or struggle to form certain consonants and vowels. Our SLPs use targeted exercises to strengthen the oral muscles involved in speech, improve tongue and lip coordination, and restore clear, intelligible communication.

a woman assists a child with an exercise

Comprehensive Speech-Language Evaluation

Every course of speech therapy begins with a thorough evaluation of your speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication abilities. Your SLP assesses articulation, fluency, voice quality, oral motor function, receptive and expressive language skills, reading, writing, and swallowing safety. This evaluation identifies the specific deficits affecting your communication and establishes a targeted treatment plan with measurable goals.

A woman receiving a facial examination from a doctor in a clinical setting

Dysphagia (Swallowing Disorder) Treatment

Dysphagia — difficulty swallowing — is one of the most common and potentially dangerous conditions treated by speech therapists. Swallowing problems can lead to choking, aspiration pneumonia, malnutrition, and dehydration. Our SLPs evaluate your swallowing function, determine safe food and liquid textures, teach swallowing techniques and exercises to strengthen the muscles involved, and educate patients and caregivers on safe eating strategies. Dysphagia treatment is critical for patients recovering from stroke, head and neck surgery, neurological diseases, and prolonged intubation.

A woman and a young boy sit at a table

Speech Articulation Therapy

Articulation disorders affect the clarity of speech — making it difficult for others to understand what you’re saying. After a stroke, brain injury, or surgery affecting the mouth, tongue, or jaw, patients may slur words, substitute sounds, or struggle to form certain consonants and vowels. Our SLPs use targeted exercises to strengthen the oral muscles involved in speech, improve tongue and lip coordination, and restore clear, intelligible communication.

A woman and a child sit at a table

Language Disorder Treatment

Language disorders affect the ability to understand others (receptive language) or express thoughts through words and sentences (expressive language). Aphasia — a language disorder most commonly caused by stroke — can range from mild word-finding difficulty to a near-complete loss of the ability to speak or comprehend language. Our SLPs provide structured language therapy using evidence-based techniques to rebuild vocabulary, sentence formation, reading, writing, and conversational skills. We also train family members on communication strategies to support the patient between sessions.

A woman and a child sit at a table

Language Disorder Treatment

Language disorders affect the ability to understand others (receptive language) or express thoughts through words and sentences (expressive language). Aphasia — a language disorder most commonly caused by stroke — can range from mild word-finding difficulty to a near-complete loss of the ability to speak or comprehend language. Our SLPs provide structured language therapy using evidence-based techniques to rebuild vocabulary, sentence formation, reading, writing, and conversational skills. We also train family members on communication strategies to support the patient between sessions.

A woman receives a dental check-up

Voice Disorder Treatment

Voice disorders affect the pitch, volume, quality, or resonance of your voice. Conditions like vocal cord paralysis, vocal nodules, laryngeal surgery, and neurological diseases (such as Parkinson’s) can cause a weak, hoarse, breathy, or strained voice. Our SLPs provide voice therapy exercises to improve vocal cord function, breath support, and vocal projection. For Parkinson’s patients, we offer techniques specifically designed to increase vocal loudness and clarity.

Two women converse

Cognitive-Communication Therapy

Cognitive-communication disorders affect the thinking skills that underpin communication — attention, memory, organization, problem-solving, and reasoning. These disorders are common after stroke, traumatic brain injury, and in progressive neurological conditions like dementia. Our SLPs use structured exercises and real-world tasks to improve cognitive-communication skills, helping patients participate more effectively in conversations, follow directions, manage daily tasks, and maintain social connections.

A woman receives a dental check-up

Voice Disorder Treatment

Voice disorders affect the pitch, volume, quality, or resonance of your voice. Conditions like vocal cord paralysis, vocal nodules, laryngeal surgery, and neurological diseases (such as Parkinson’s) can cause a weak, hoarse, breathy, or strained voice. Our SLPs provide voice therapy exercises to improve vocal cord function, breath support, and vocal projection. For Parkinson’s patients, we offer techniques specifically designed to increase vocal loudness and clarity.

Two women converse

Cognitive-Communication Therapy

Cognitive-communication disorders affect the thinking skills that underpin communication — attention, memory, organization, problem-solving, and reasoning. These disorders are common after stroke, traumatic brain injury, and in progressive neurological conditions like dementia. Our SLPs use structured exercises and real-world tasks to improve cognitive-communication skills, helping patients participate more effectively in conversations, follow directions, manage daily tasks, and maintain social connections.

A woman receives a neck examination from a doctor in a clinical setting

Dysphasia Treatment

Dysphasia (also known as aphasia) is a language impairment that affects the ability to produce or understand spoken and written language. It is most commonly caused by stroke but can also result from brain tumors, traumatic brain injury, or progressive neurological disease. Our SLPs provide intensive, individualized language therapy to help patients recover as much language function as possible, while also teaching compensatory communication strategies — such as gesture, writing, or communication devices — for residual deficits.

A woman examines an elderly man seated in a chair

Aural Rehabilitation

Aural rehabilitation helps patients with hearing loss improve their ability to communicate effectively. Our SLPs work with patients who use hearing aids or cochlear implants, providing auditory training, speechreading (lip reading) techniques, communication strategy education, and environmental modification recommendations. We also counsel family members on how to communicate more effectively with a hearing-impaired loved one — such as reducing background noise, facing the person while speaking, and using visual cues.

A woman receives a neck examination from a doctor in a clinical setting

Dysphasia Treatment

Dysphasia (also known as aphasia) is a language impairment that affects the ability to produce or understand spoken and written language. It is most commonly caused by stroke but can also result from brain tumors, traumatic brain injury, or progressive neurological disease. Our SLPs provide intensive, individualized language therapy to help patients recover as much language function as possible, while also teaching compensatory communication strategies — such as gesture, writing, or communication devices — for residual deficits.

A woman examines an elderly man seated in a chair

Aural Rehabilitation

Aural rehabilitation helps patients with hearing loss improve their ability to communicate effectively. Our SLPs work with patients who use hearing aids or cochlear implants, providing auditory training, speechreading (lip reading) techniques, communication strategy education, and environmental modification recommendations. We also counsel family members on how to communicate more effectively with a hearing-impaired loved one — such as reducing background noise, facing the person while speaking, and using visual cues.

A woman sits on the floor

Conditions We Treat

Conditions Our Tampa Speech Therapists Treat At Home

A woman sits on the floor

Our in-home speech therapy services help patients with a wide range of diagnoses:

Stroke (aphasia, dysarthria, dysphagia, cognitive-communication deficits)

Traumatic brain injury

Parkinson’s disease (voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication)

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease (communication maintenance and safety)

Head and neck cancer (post-surgical speech and swallowing rehabilitation)

ALS, multiple sclerosis, and other progressive neurological conditions

Vocal cord paralysis or vocal cord surgery

Laryngectomy rehabilitation

Dysphagia from prolonged intubation or ventilator use

Hearing loss and cochlear implant rehabilitation

Tracheostomy communication and swallowing management

When to Seek Speech Therapy

Signs That You or a Loved
One May Need Speech Therapy

A collage featuring a woman smiling alongside a child

Speech, language, and swallowing problems are not always obvious. Contact your physician or call Empower Home Care if you or a family member is experiencing any of the following:

Slurred, unclear, or difficult-to-understand speech

Difficulty finding words or forming sentences

Trouble understanding what others are saying

Coughing, choking, or a wet-sounding voice during or after eating and drinking

Food or liquid “going down the wrong pipe” frequently

Unexplained weight loss or dehydration (may indicate swallowing problems)

A voice that sounds weak, hoarse, breathy, or strained

Difficulty reading, writing, or following conversations

Memory, attention, or problem-solving issues affecting daily communication

Difficulty using a hearing aid or cochlear implant effectively

Early intervention with speech therapy leads to significantly better outcomes. Don’t wait — call (813) 652-7070 to discuss your concerns.
A collage featuring a woman smiling alongside a child

What to Expect From
In-Home Speech Therapy

Physician Referral

Physician Referral

Speech therapy requires a physician’s order. Your doctor, neurologist, ENT specialist, or hospital discharge planner can refer you to Empower Home Care. You can also call us and we’ll coordinate the referral with your physician.

Initial Evaluation

Initial SLP Evaluation

Your speech-language pathologist visits your home for a comprehensive evaluation of your speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication abilities. They assess your current function, identify specific deficits, and develop an individualized treatment plan with clear, measurable goals.

Treatment Sessions

Treatment Sessions

Sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes and occur one to three times per week. Each session includes targeted exercises, functional practice using real-life tasks and materials, patient and caregiver education, and progress monitoring. Your SLP adjusts the treatment plan as your abilities improve.

Home Exercise

Caregiver Training & Discharge

Throughout treatment, your SLP trains family members and caregivers on communication strategies, safe swallowing practices, and exercises to continue between visits. When your therapy goals are met, you’re discharged with a home program and the skills to maintain your progress independently.

Physician Referral

Physician Referral

Speech therapy requires a physician’s order. Your doctor, neurologist, ENT specialist, or hospital discharge planner can refer you to Empower Home Care. You can also call us and we’ll coordinate the referral with your physician.

Initial Evaluation

Initial SLP Evaluation

Your speech-language pathologist visits your home for a comprehensive evaluation of your speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication abilities. They assess your current function, identify specific deficits, and develop an individualized treatment plan with clear, measurable goals.

Treatment Sessions

Treatment Sessions

Sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes and occur one to three times per week. Each session includes targeted exercises, functional practice using real-life tasks and materials, patient and caregiver education, and progress monitoring. Your SLP adjusts the treatment plan as your abilities improve.

Home Exercise

Caregiver Training & Discharge

Throughout treatment, your SLP trains family members and caregivers on communication strategies, safe swallowing practices, and exercises to continue between visits. When your therapy goals are met, you’re discharged with a home program and the skills to maintain your progress independently.

A woman seated in a chair reading a story

Why Choose Empower

Why Tampa Patients Choose Empower for Speech Therapy

A woman seated in a chair reading a story
Licensed, Experienced

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologists

Our SLPs hold master’s degrees and have specialized experience in adult neurological, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication rehabilitation.

True In-Home Care

Therapy in Your Home Environment

Practicing speech and swallowing skills with your own meals, phone, and daily routines produces faster, more functional results.

Accredited

Nurse-Owned & CHAP Accredited

Speech therapy is delivered as part of a clinician-led, quality-accredited home health care program.

Coordinated Multidisciplinary Team

Your SLP collaborates with our nurses, PTs, OTs, and aides for comprehensive recovery.

Caregiver Training Included

Family & Caregiver Education

We train your family on communication strategies and swallowing safety so they can support you effectively.

All Services In-House

Three-County Coverage

In-home speech therapy across Hillsborough, Manatee, and Polk counties.

Insurance & Medicare

Is In-Home Speech Therapy Covered by Insurance?

Yes. In-home speech therapy is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans when ordered by a physician and provided by a certified home health agency. Medicare Part A covers home health speech therapy with no copay when the patient is homebound and needs skilled, intermittent care. Empower Home Care is Medicare certified. Our intake team verifies your insurance coverage before services begin. Call (813) 652-7070 for a free benefits check.

Where We Provide
In-Home Speech Therapy

Our skilled nursing team serves patients across the greater Tampa Bay region:

Hillsborough County

Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, Plant City, Carrollwood, Temple Terrace, Valrico, Lutz, Sun City Center, New Tampa, and North Tampa.

Manatee County

Bradenton, Palmetto, Lakewood Ranch, Parrish, Ellenton, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Longboat Key, and surrounding areas.

Polk County

Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Haines City, Auburndale, Davenport, Lake Alfred, Dundee, Eagle Lake, and surrounding areas.

Hillsborough County

Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, Plant City, Carrollwood, Temple Terrace, Valrico, Lutz, Sun City Center, New Tampa, and North Tampa.

Manatee County

Bradenton, Palmetto, Lakewood Ranch, Parrish, Ellenton, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Longboat Key, and surrounding areas.

Polk County

Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Haines City, Auburndale, Davenport, Lake Alfred, Dundee, Eagle Lake, and surrounding areas.

Frequently Asked Questions
About In-Home Speech Therapy

What is the difference between a speech therapist and a speech-language pathologist?
They are the same profession. “Speech therapist” is the common term, while “speech-language pathologist” (SLP) is the clinical title. All of our speech therapists hold master’s degrees in speech-language pathology and are licensed by the state of Florida.
Yes. Speech therapy is one of the most critical services for stroke recovery. Strokes commonly cause aphasia (language disorder), dysarthria (slurred speech), dysphagia (swallowing difficulty), and cognitive-communication deficits. Our SLPs provide targeted therapy to address each of these issues, and research shows that early, intensive speech therapy after stroke produces the best outcomes.

Your SLP evaluates your swallowing function, determines which food and liquid textures are safe, teaches specific swallowing techniques and exercises to strengthen the muscles involved, and educates you and your caregivers on safe eating positions and strategies. Treatment sessions often include practicing with actual meals in your kitchen, which makes the therapy immediately practical.

Absolutely. Parkinson’s disease commonly affects voice volume, speech clarity, and swallowing function. Our SLPs provide voice therapy techniques specifically designed for Parkinson’s patients, focusing on increasing vocal loudness, improving articulation, and addressing swallowing safety. Cognitive-communication strategies may also be included as the disease progresses.
Duration varies widely depending on the diagnosis, severity, and the patient’s response to treatment. Some patients see significant improvement in four to eight weeks, while those with progressive conditions or severe deficits may need ongoing therapy for several months. Your SLP and physician review your progress regularly and adjust the treatment plan accordingly.
Yes. Caregiver and family education is a core part of our speech therapy program. Your SLP will teach your family members communication strategies (how to speak to you, how to give you time to respond, how to use visual cues), safe swallowing practices, and exercises you can practice together between visits. Family involvement consistently leads to better therapy outcomes.

Start In-Home Speech Therapy in Tampa Today

If you or a loved one is struggling with daily tasks after an illness, injury, or surgery, our occupational therapists can help you regain your independence — right in your own home. Contact our Tampa team today.

Phone:

(813) 652-7070
Referral Fax : (866) 728-0013

Email

info@empowerhomecare.net

Home Office

10002 Princess Palm Ave, Suite 100, Tampa, FL 33619