Helpful links for families
Trusted organisations we point families to.
These are the organisations we point families to most often. If you're not sure where to start, give us a call and we'll help you work out which ones fit your child.
Speech Pathology Australia
Find out what speech pathologists do and how they’re accredited.
Visit site ↗ FundingNDIS
How the National Disability Insurance Scheme can fund therapy.
Visit site ↗ FundingMedicare
Chronic disease management plans that include allied health visits.
Visit site ↗ Early languageHanen
Programs and tips for supporting early language at home.
Visit site ↗ LiteracySounds-Write
The phonics program we use for reading and spelling.
Visit site ↗ PrintablesHome practice sheets
Free activity sheets to practise speech sounds and language at home.
See the sheets →Paying for therapy
Speech therapy can be funded in a few ways. The NDIS can fund therapy for eligible children. A GP can set up a care plan that gives Medicare rebates for some sessions. Many private health funds cover speech pathology under extras. Our blog post on funding options explains each one.
Popular reads from our blog
- Speech and language milestones for toddlers: what to expect from 12 to 36 months
- Speech milestones for school-age children, 5 to 12 years
- Speech therapy funding options
- What is speech therapy?
- Getting your toddler talking