READY, SET, HEAD TO SPEECH!
The Head to Speech Awareness Campaign Toolkit provides you with everything you need to know about Head to Speech Incorporated, our awareness campaign and the tools needed to accept our Public Service Announcement (PSA) Challenge!
The Head to Speech Public Service Announcement (PSA) Challenge
We are on a mission to help various communities create 30–second videos and audio spots that raise awareness and donations for our programs which address sports concussion & the effects on cognitive-communication skills. The PSAs are promoted across our social media platforms and in major media markets nationwide.
Challenge #1:
Record yourself enthusiastically saying our motto, "Ready, Set, Head to Speech!"
Challenge #2:
- Answer the following question, "Why should athletes and their support systems HEAD TO SPEECH-Language Pathologists and Audiologists for education, counseling, assessments or interventions related to sports concussion management and cognitive-communication rehabilitation?"
Challenge #3:
- Give our allies one piece of advice on how they can better utilize speech-language pathology and audiology services for sports concussion management in order to increase the number of referrals!
Revealing the Head to Speech Brain Workout Subscription Box!
The Head to Speech Brain Workout Subscription Box is curated by our Interprofessional Task Force made up of Speech-Language Pathologists, Audiologists and Allies for our inclusion in sports concussion management. Our themed boxes and brain health challenges contain 4-6 health, wellness, fitness, nutrition or sports performance products ranging from books and journals to athleisure clothing, brain healthy workout plans, self-care routines, and recipes! Our Concussion Recovery Care Packages provide athletes and their support systems with therapeutic resources, cognitive-communication interventions, and products that support return-to-playing, learning, working, and activities of daily living. Support our Concussion Recovery Care Package Drive by becoming an Ambassador or donating today!
Featured Event
We couldn't have asked for a better opportunity to cut the ribbon to our nonprofit organization than at the 2021 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Convention! Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of crowdfunding for our programs, supporting our athleisure clothing campaign, raffling of prizes, and networking. Dr. Pope provided information about our purpose, mission and 2022 programming.
Support Our Mission
Head to Speech Incorporated is the first ever 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to solely focus on the impact that post-concussion syndrome has on collegiate, professional and former athletes' speech-language, hearing and cognitive-communication outcomes.
Our Vision
We welcome your support if you truly believe in a world where athletes and their support systems affected by sports concussion, HEAD TO SPEECH-language pathologists and audiologists to receive education, counseling, timely identification, assessments, and interventions for speech-language, hearing and cognitive-communication disorders!
"I bring my knowledge and background in auditory processing disorders to Head to Speech because many of the athletes who have suffered head injuries and concussions, even mild concussions, may have suffered trauma to systems involved in processing auditory information, but there is a lack of awareness and understanding of how such head injuries can affect the athlete's abilities to process and understand what is said to them. This can affect their social lives, education, work, and life in general."
JAY R. LUCKER, Ed.D., CCC-A/SLP, FAAA
Board Member
"I have personal experience with head injury/concussion working with family members, one who played high school, college, and semi-professional football and another who experienced two playground injuries."
TIFFANY C. GURLEY-NETTLES, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Board Member
"Head to Speech is a great nonprofit program that provides a much-needed educational service to athletes, families, and those who work with athletes. I would like to contribute to the concussion prevention and educations work that Head to Speech will do to support those who may experience concussion and those who provide support to athletes."
ALAINA S. DAVIS, Ph.D., CCC-SLP/L, CBIST
Board Member
"My research centers around providing culturally responsive assessment and intervention protocols for multicultural, multilingual children, mainly Spanish and Caribbean English Creole speakers.I support Head to Speech’s educational, scientific and charitable purposes and mission within multicultural populations at high-risk of sustaining sports-related concussions and facing health disparities."
SULARE TELFORD ROSE, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Board Member
"What interests me about serving on the Board of Directors of Head to Speech is the opportunity to be a part of something that will make a huge impact not only in my direct community but I believe this will help to educate all facets of the health field. This is to include not only the field of Speech-Language Pathology but all involved in sports such as sports medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health. I am very excited to aid in making such a groundbreaking change through education within the health field and sports community."
JADAE LAWSON, M.S. CCC-SLP
Board Member
"I help Head to Speech create content for our readers and participants by disseminating educational information and resources that align with our mission. I also help us create a niche, become successful, and help athletes who otherwise would be discouraged to seek help. I am also interested in collaborating with different professionals, cultivating a positive experience, and growing as a collective body of peers."
LOGAN PEAKE, M.A., CF-SLP
Secretary
"As an accomplished IRS Enrolled Agent (EA), Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) and Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®), I will help Head to Speech fulfill its mission by contributing financially to the task, goals, and objectives and provide my wise counsel gained through over 30 years of academic achievement and professional experience."
REV. CEDRIC V. ALEXANDER, EA, CFP®, RICP®, NTPI Fellow®
Treasurer
"My interest in concussion management is very personal. My father who was an athlete all of his life suffered many concussions. The result being cognitive deficits and affecting his quality of life as an elderly senior. I also have two grandsons who are energetic and curious, and will certainly play sports. Their protection and those of other athletes is my utmost interest."
GISELLE C. THELEMAQUE, R.D.H., B.P.A., M.Ed.
VP of Operations
Ways to Give
100% of donations go towards programs for student-athletes, professional and former athletes, as well as their support systems affected by sports concussion. You will receive a donation acknowledgment letter from Head to Speech Incorporated.
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Checks payable to:
Head to Speech Incorporated
3540 Crain Highway Suite 509
Bowie, MD 20716
Our Programs
Help us reach our fundraising goal of $50,000 to secure startup funding and ensure programming through 2022.
Head to Speech® Awareness Campaign & Toolkit
Help us make the Head to Speech® Sports Concussion & The Effects on Cognitive-Communication Skills Awareness Campaign & Toolkit the leading national health communications and social marketing awareness campaign from a speech-language pathologists' and audiologists’ perspective designed to increase public knowledge and awareness on head injury, sports-related concussion and the effects on speech, language, hearing and cognitive-communication skills in a time-effective and efficient manner.
Proceeds will go towards research, policy and advocacy, increased media partnerships and sponsorships, printing and distribution, brand ambassador training, operational and travel expenses, national and international support to address health disparities, etc.
Our awareness campaign and toolkit initiatives will include:
- Exhibitor brochures, flyers, posters, and promotional merchandise
- Production of videos, in-service trainings, quizzes, case studies, podcast interviews
- Support current and future research using focus groups and questionnaires, screenings, assessments, and interventions
- National and international public service announcements and social marketing campaigns
Head to Speech® Academy
Help us become a continuing education provider with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and support the educational needs of sports medicine and rehabilitation providers, coaches, athletes, and support groups including academic advisors, vocational counselors, spouses, family members, and caregivers!
Proceeds from the Head to Speech Academy will provide graduate school scholarships, professional fellowships and travel stipends to those demonstrating an interest in adult neurogenic disorders, traumatic brain injury and sports-related concussion research, clinical leadership and innovation.
Our 3 Signature Programs are:
- Sports Concussion Fundamentals with Beginner Mini Courses, Intermediate Continuing Education Courses and 12-Week Advanced Coaching Options. Our Ambassadors receive free fundamentals webinars during our monthly Meet & Greets.
- Inaugural Interprofessional Summit plus access to our Interprofessional Task Force Mastermind, Summit Planning Committee & Facebook Community
- On-the-Neuro Training™️ Bootcamp: Neurogenic Performance & Innovation Leadership Accelerator for Academy Scholars, Fellows & Summit Presenters
Head to Speech® Brain Workout
Help us build a community that not only provides resources to athletes with concussions and their support systems but also connects health, wellness and fitness communities with opportunities to facilitate and host a support group or a fundraiser using the Head to Speech® Brain Workout & Workout Meals Program!
Proceeds from the Head to Speech® Brain Workout & Workout Meals Program will help us provide the following:
- Guidance for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and audiologists (AuDs) and other health, wellness and fitness professionals who want to work with athletes on holistic concepts and approaches related to physical fitness, wellness, sports nutrition, and the mind diet in order to achieve the athletes’ peak cognitive-communication performance, as well as prevent cognitive decline related to dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other neurogenic disorders.
- A Starter Pack with sample products, recipes, meal plans, and video segments for brain workout exercises, brain workout meals, and brain health challenges!
- A therapeutic workbook that includes assessment and treatment strategies for athletes and their support systems affected by post-concussive cognitive-communication disorders.
- Intense focus on specific cognitive-communication domains using counseling and journaling. Within each section of the journal are exercises for athletes, their athletic trainers, coaches, and support systems.
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Facilitate a support group that focuses on athletes and their support systems by discussing the following: Return-to-playing, return-to-learning, and vocational training, overview of concepts, such as dual tasking and mindfulness.
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Encourage the inclusion of SLPs and AuDs in traditional modes of care delivery, including co-treatment with physical and occupational therapists.
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Share resources and tools within an engaged community!
BECOME A SUMMIT SPONSOR
REGISTER
SPRING 2022 HEAD TO SPEECH® INTERPROFESSIONAL TASK FORCE SUMMIT SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Interested in sponsoring the SPRING 2022 Head to Speech® Interprofessional Task Force Summit? The generosity of our sponsors and donors makes it possible for attendees to enjoy a fabulous Summit with fellow Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, as well as health and rehabilitation professionals, sports management professionals, athletes and their support systems. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact The Head to Speech® Interprofessional Task Force Summit Planning Committee via [email protected]
PRESENTING
$10,000
Exclusive-One Available
- Digital registration for groups up to 30 online guests
- Recognized as presenting sponsor on all summit-related promotional materials
- Mentioned at all keynote speaker introductions, breakout sessions and panel discussions
- Opportunity to co-host a contest on social media
- Company representative featured in promotional video message
- Full page ad inside cover of digital program booklet
- Unlimited pre-summit social media mentions (shout-outs/tags)
- Logo on summit landing page
- Logo included in backdrop for Emcee/hosts
- Opportunity to be featured in video during virtual summit
- Access to market intelligence including insight from the Head to Speech Board of Directors, Interprofessional Task Force Summit Planning Committee meetings, behind-the-scenes experiences, and summit attendees email list
AWARDS
$5,000
Exclusive-Four Available
- Digital registration for groups up to 15 online guests
- Recognized as presenting sponsor of one of the awards presented during the virtual summit
- Awards given include: 2 Interprofessional Summit Graduate Student Scholarships and 2 Interprofessional Task Force Fellowships
- Mention at all keynote speaker introductions, breakout sessions, and panel discussions
- Opportunity to co-host a contest on social media
- Company representative featured in promotional video message
- Full page ad near the front of digital program book including company name, logo, and call to action
- Unlimited pre-summit social media mentions (shout-outs/tags)
- Logo on summit landing page
- Live “Shout Out” during virtual summit
- Opportunity to include branded items in swag bags for individual supporters, and more!
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
$3,000
Exclusive-Three Available
- Digital Registration for groups up to 10 online guests
- Mention at all breakout sessions and panel discussions
- Company representative featured in promotional video message
- Full page ad near the front of digital program book including company name, logo, and call to action
- Countdown (5) pre-summit social media mentions (shout-outs/tags)
- Logo on summit landing page
- Live “Shout Out” during virtual summit
- Opportunity to include branded items in swag bags for individual supporters, and more!
EXHIBITOR
$2,000
Unlimited available
- Digital registration for groups up to 5 online guests
- Full page ad near the front of digital program book including company name, logo, and call to action
- Countdown (5) pre-summit social media mentions (shout-outs/tags)
- Logo on summit landing page
- Live “Shout Out” during virtual summit
- Opportunity to include branded items in swag bags for individual supporters, and more!
VIP EXPERIENCE
$500
First 10 Task Force Members
- Digital Registration for 1 online guest
- Opportunity to include branded items in swag bags for individual supporters, and more!
- Listing in online Directory of service providers
- Access to all speakers and post-summit one-on-one coaching support with Dr. Pope and selected speakers
Our Groups
Head to Speech offers three groups including the Head to Speech Interprofessional Task Force, Head to Speech Academy, and Head to Speech Community for Athletes with Concussion & Their Support Systems.
Head to Speech Interprofessional Task Force
Advisory Council, Masterclasses & Interprofessional Summit Planning
Join an Interprofessional Task Force of leaders and active participants interested in doing the following:
1) Advocate for speech-language pathologists and audiologists in sports concussion management to ensure athletes receive education, counseling, timely identification, assessment, and interventions for post-concussive speech-language, hearing and cognitive-communication disorders.
2) Share how the sports and medical communities can improve upon the current referral processes, educational, clinical, scientific, and charitable initiatives in sports concussion management and cognitive-communication rehabilitation.
3) Engage on an ongoing basis within our Facebook Group and meet annually at the Head to Speech Interprofessional Summit in order to audit current protocols, programs, interventions, and resources; Discuss problems and solutions; Identify ways to utilize the Head to Speech Awareness Campaign and Toolkit in various communities; and carryout action plans by monitoring their outcomes.
- Our subject matter experts are knowledgeable members who often join conversations to answer questions, provide insights, and offer support.
- Our speakers cover a breadth of topics on traumatic brain injury, sports concussion management and/or cognitive-communication rehabilitation.
- Once you receive a badge, it makes it easier for others to spot informative or insightful posts and comments, and Head to Speech Incorporated can collaborate with you to host Q&As, respond to members’ questions, and share perspectives.
Head to Speech Academy
Continuing Education & Professional Development Courses
- Are you looking to increase your knowledge about neurogenic disorders, traumatic brain injury and sports concussion management?
- Are you looking to expand your service offerings to athletes with a history of sports concussion?
- Are you interested in becoming a course instructor?
- All in-person trainings include customizable PowerPoint Presentations.
- Athletic leagues, educational institutions, healthcare systems, private practice providers, and communities for athletes and their support systems can request a consultation, speaking engagements and media relations.
Our courses are specifically designed for the following key groups:
- Communication sciences and disorders leaders; Speech-language pathologists and audiologists; Sports medicine and rehabilitation leaders; Physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists; Sports management leaders and coaches; Athletic organization leadership and athletes; and A coalition of advocates and support groups including spouses, family members, caregivers, academic advisors, vocational counselors, agents, attorneys, etc.
Head to Speech Community for Athletes with Concussion & Their Support Systems
College, Professional & Former Athletes
The Head to Speech Community provides resources for College, Professional & Former Athletes with Post-Concussive Cognitive-Communication Deficits & Their Support Systems, from family and coaches to teammates, medical personnel, academic advisers, vocational counselors, and the people that make up an athlete’s entourage play a fundamental role in their post-concussive cognitive-communication rehabilitation.
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