Speech Pathology Assessments
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Comprehensive Assessments and reports for both NDIS and Home Care Package Participants
Fort Healthcare Speech Pathologists provide both in clinic and mobile services.
In-Clinic Services: Chatswood, Hurstville, Burwood
Mobile & Home Visit Services: All regions of Sydney
Speech Pathology Assessments for NDIS & HCP
Fort Healthcare is NDIS Registered Provider
At Fort Healthcare, our speech pathologists will decide which areas need to be assessed depending on the age of the client and the presenting difficulties however a comprehensive diagnostic speech pathology assessment involves assessment of the following areas:
- Receptive Language
- Expressive Language
- Speech (Articulation/Phonology)
- Voice Fluency Social Communication
- Play
- Feeding
- Literacy (possibly including phonemic and phonological awareness, reading, writing, and spelling)
- Swallowing assessment
- Mealtime assessment
We provide both NDIS & Home Care Package SP Assessments and Theraputic Services.
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Our Speech Pathologists' Key Roles
Assessment:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify the nature and severity of communication and swallowing disorders.
- Assess speech, language, voice, hearing, cognitive-linguistic, and social communication skills.
- Analyze oral-motor skills and swallowing function.
- Review medical history and relevant reports to understand the underlying causes of the communication disorder.
Diagnosis:
- Based on the assessment findings, diagnose specific communication and swallowing disorders
Treatment:
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on the diagnosis and patient goals.
- Utilize various therapeutic techniques to address specific communication and swallowing needs
Education:
- Educate patients and their families about communication disorders and swallowing difficulties.
- Provide support to help patients cope with their challenges.
- Assist patients in setting realistic goals and developing self-management strategies.
Collaboration:
- Work with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists, to ensure coordinated care for patients.