For Immediate Release:
May 21, 2025

County Commissioners proclaim May
as Apraxia Awareness Month

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed May 2025 as Apraxia Awareness Month during the Commissioner Workshop Meeting on May 6.

“May is Apraxia Awareness Month, and my fellow Commissioners and I stand with families and children affected by Childhood Apraxia of Speech,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “This rare neurological disorder makes it difficult for children to speak, even though they know what they want to say. Raising awareness is vital to promoting early diagnosis and connecting families with the support and resources they need.”

“We commend the dedicated speech-language pathologists, educators, and caregivers who work every day to help children with apraxia find their voice,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Department of Health and Human Services. “Early intervention and consistent therapy make a real difference, and Apraxia Awareness Month is an important opportunity to shine a light on the importance of advocacy, education, and understanding.”

For more information about Monmouth County, go to visitmonmouth.com.

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