What can a speech pathologist offer adults ?
Our speech pathologists are trained to help with a range of communication and/or swallowing difficulties including:
- Language difficulties ( eg. thinking of the right word or organising thoughts)
- Slurred speech
- Difficulty understanding language
- Difficulty participating in conversation
- Swallowing problems
- Feeling socially isolated because of communication difficulties
- Voice problems
- Social and Life skill training for clients living with a disability
- Assessment of language/ learning for vocational support
What causes these problems in adults?
Any of these problems may result from :
- Stroke
- Neurological conditions eg: Parkinson’s Disease, Motor Neuron Disease, Huntington’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis
- Dementia
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Intellectual Disability
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Your assessment will include:
- An individualised assessment
- A summary report
- An individualised treatment plan
Therapy:
Therapy plans, goals and options will be discussed after initial assessment.