Non-Peer Reviewed Resources
Breaking Language Barriers in Tampa Bay:
Fox 13 wrote an article, about a local doctor in the Tampa Bay area named Dr. Eduardo Hernandez. After moving his practice to Tampa, Dr. Hernandez noticed that a large amount of his patients were not taking care of their health because they struggled to find a Spanish-speaking provider. To combat this issue, he worked to eliminate language barriers in his office to make healthcare more accessible. He made sure that both his clinical and office staff spoke Spanish, understanding that the language barrier took place not only in the exam room but also when scheduling and making appointments (Arradondo, 2024).
Culturally Responsive Resources:
The website, "Bilingual Speech Resources" is a professional platform that supports individuals in the field of CSD, specifically speech-language pathologists working with bilingual or culturally diverse clients. It provides training, materials, and workshops that promote culturally appropriate therapy. The site emphasizes the importance of addressing language and cultural barriers to deliver effective services. It aims to help CSD professionals ensure that all clients, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, feel understood and supported in their communication development (Bilingual Speech Resources, 2025).
Rising Need for Bilingual SLPs:
This article discusses how the Hispanic population in the Tampa Bay area has gown by 44%, making the community increasingly diverse and multilingual. This rise in Spanish-speakers residents has created a greater need for language services across healthcare and education. As a result, the demand for bilingual SLPs continues to grow to ensure Spanish speaking clients receive effective care. Bilingual SLPs are essential in order to provide accurate assessments and equal access to communication support within the community (Felice, 2021).