According to Statistics Canada seniors represent the fastest growing segment of the population in Canada. This segment is expected to make up ¼ of the population (9.2 million Canadians) by 2041.

Communication and Aging Facts

• 1 in 10 Canadians have a speech, language or hearing problem
• Hearing loss is the third most prevalent chronic disability among older adults
• 20% of adults over 65, 40% over 75 and 80% of nursing home residents have a significant hearing problem.
• 6-12% of seniors experience speech, language or voice difficulties.

View CASLPA's mulitmedia presentation on Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Services for Seniors in Canada
Presentation explores the types and causes of speech, language and hearing disorders often experienced by adults as they grow older, as well as what can be done about the problems and how audiologists and speech-language pathologists can help.

• in Microsoft PowerPoint format (please allow a few moments to complete download)
• in Adobe Acrobat (PDF)

Speech-language pathologists and audiologists are important collaborative partners in the primary health care system, working to maximize communication and, in turn, participation in the community. Our professionals provide important services to seniors helping them optimize improved communications, health, independence, quality of life, safety and socialization. Using the services of a speech-language pathologist or audiologist helps ensure seniors can continue to enjoy engaging, productive and rewarding lives.

Communication Disorders and Aging Fact Sheet

Find a Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist

• In the listings of your local/regional health authority, speech and hearing centre or other publicly funded agency.
• In the yellow pages under Audiologists, Hearing, Hearing Aids, Speech or Speech-Language Pathologists (Private Practice listings).
• By using the CASLPA website and our National Find a Professional Search Engine. Database is earchable by location, profession, area of interest and age group serviced.

Seniors Links