Who should facilitate a LOUD Crowd group?

Facilitating a LOUD Crowd group is best done by a SPEAK OUT! provider or a supervised graduate student due to their specialized training in this specific program. SPEAK OUT! is designed specifically for individuals with Parkinson's disease who need to enhance their communication skills. The program involves techniques and methodologies that are critical for effective delivery and support.

Having a trained provider ensures that participants receive relevant techniques to improve their vocal loudness and overall communication effectiveness in a group setting. This structured approach not only provides an engaging environment for practice but also incorporates the latest evidence-based practices tailored to the needs of people with speech changes related to Parkinson's disease.

While licensed therapists and individuals with training in speech-language pathology also have relevant knowledge, the SPEAK OUT! framework has unique aspects that require specific training and familiarity with the program. Supervised graduate students under a knowledgeable provider ensure that the facilitation is both professional and tailored to the participants' needs, as they are often undergoing rigorous training themselves.