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WORKSHOP LATIHAN OTOT WAJAH DAN LIDAH UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN BICARA PADA ANAK DENGAN CEREBRAL PALSY Dewi, Gita; Tara Anjani, Dewi; Nurul Fadhilah, Ghita; Hanako Sheba, Shiane
Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol 3 No 2 (2025): JURNAL PENGABDIAN KEPADA MASYARAKAT (PENGMAS)
Publisher : Pusat Penelitian dan Pengabdian pada Masyarakat (P3M)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59820/pengmas.v3i2.473

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Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition that often causes weakness in the facial muscles and tongue, resulting in speech difficulties in children. This community service program aims to increase parents' and caregivers' knowledge of active oral motor exercises (OME) through interactive workshops held at Al Islam Polytechnic in Bandung in January 2026. The workshop involved demonstrations and discussions on facial and tongue muscle exercises in preparation for implementing structured OME therapy. A total of 17 parents or caregivers of children with cerebral palsy participated. Knowledge levels were evaluated using pre- and post-test questionnaires consisting of five closed-ended questions related to the definition, benefits, examples, frequency, and risks of OME. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired t-tests. Results showed a significant increase in participants' knowledge, with the average score increasing from 82.6% on the pre-test to 98.8% on the post-test. These findings indicate that interactive workshops are effective in increasing understanding of OME among parents and caregivers. It is recommended that similar workshops be integrated into public health programs to support early speech intervention in children with cerebral palsy. Keywords: cerebral palsy; oral motor exercises; speech ability; facial muscle training; community workshop; Service to society.
PELATIHAN SENAM WAJAH UNTUK MENCEGAH GANGGUAN BICARA PADA LANSIA Afida, Hanif; Marsella Br Barrus, Jenni; Dicky Maulana, Muhammad; Hanako Sheba, Shiane
Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol 4 No 1 (2025): JURNAL PENGABDIAN KEPADA MASYARAKAT (PENGMAS)
Publisher : Pusat Penelitian dan Pengabdian pada Masyarakat (P3M)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59820/pengmas.v4i1.474

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Speech disorders such as dysarthria in the elderly can reduce communication skills and independence if preventive measures are not taken early on. This community service activity aims to increase the knowledge and independence of the elderly in preventing speech disorders such as dysarthria through education and facial exercise training. The activity was held on January 7, 2026, at the Al Islam Polytechnic in Bandung, involving 29 elderly participants. The methods used included interactive lectures, demonstrations and reenactments of facial exercises, as well as evaluations through pre-tests, post-tests, and observations of practical skills. The results of the activity showed an increase in the elderly's knowledge regarding the definition of dysarthria, risk factors, prevention and treatment, as well as an increase in the elderly's ability to perform facial exercises independently. This activity was concluded to be effective in increasing the knowledge and independence of the elderly, and it is recommended to be carried out continuously and expanded to other elderly communities to support promotional and preventive efforts in the field of speech therapy. Keywords: elderly; dysarthria; facial exercises; speech therapy; community service