Every August, we pause to recognize Oncology Month. It’s a time to raise awareness about cancer prevention and treatment, but also to shine a light on what comes next — the survivorship journey.

For many people, life after treatment can feel just as overwhelming as the diagnosis. Rebuilding strength, managing fatigue, and coping with the emotional impact of cancer are real challenges. At Professional Therapy Services, Inc. (PTS), we believe survivorship deserves just as much care and attention as treatment itself. That’s why our programs are designed to help you move forward with strength, confidence, and support.

As the school year kicks off, so does the hustle of after-school practices, weekend games, and bleacher cheering. Whether your child is chasing goals on the soccer field, swimming laps at the pool, or swinging for the fences on the diamond, sports are a great way to stay active, build confidence, and make lasting memories.

But let’s be real: being a sports parent also means keeping an eye out for bumps, bruises, and sometimes more serious concerns.

Everyone deserves to communicate confidently and live life to the fullest. Many think of speech therapy as helping kids pronounce words, while that’s part of it, the truth is far more expansive and impactful.

To shed some light on what speech therapy entails, we sat down with Maci Pfeffer, CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist at PTS. She works with clients of all ages across our region, and her insights show how this field truly transforms lives, from infants to seniors.