Speech therapy for adults
Assessment | Therapy | Support
Communication is a relatively automatic process that so many of us take for granted. But when communication or the ability to swallow is affected, it can severely impact a person’s sense of identity, relationships and overall quality of life.
As highly qualified and experienced Speech Therapists we have a deep understanding of how communication and swallowing difficulties can impact a person at any life stage – at birth or later in life as the result of a medical condition, injury or aging.
We are dedicated to providing our clients, their families and carers with professional care and personalised support to overcome, ease and manage these challenges and assist our clients to experience tangible improvements to their quality of life.
Our services also include group therapy and social groups to build social communication skills in a safe, nurturing (and fun) shared setting.
Support for adults
The team at Speak and Swallow supports adults living with a wide range of conditions.
- Progressive neurological conditions including Parkinson’s disease, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Motor Neuron Disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Huntington’s disease, Myasthenia Gravis, Multiple systems Atrophy
- Stroke
- Dementia (including Alzheimer’s, Vascular and Fronto-Temporal Dementias)
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Palliative Care
- Voice conditions (including vocal nodules and muscle tension dysphonia)
- Disabilities including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Chromosomal abnormalities
- Trialling and Implementing Alternative and Augmentative Communication devices to support daily communication needs
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How we can help
Our drive is to enable our clients to participate in and enjoy everyday activities. We work with our clients to assist them to recognise and set their own goals, encouraging independence and focusing on enhancing their quality of life.
Our practical support has helped our clients to:
- Return to the workforce or become a volunteer
- Reading and following their favourite recipes
- Engaging in conversation with family and friends
- Explaining their favourite hobbies, movies, foods etc.
- Making a dinner reservation or medical appointment
- Preparing a shopping list and knowing what items they need to buy
- Being able to name their grandchildren
- Swallow safely but still having that piece of chocolate
Our Services
Our holistic, evidence-backed therapeutic solutions are expertly designed to improve an individual’s health, wellbeing and ability to connect, based on their unique circumstances and goals
Group therapy and social groups
In addition to the one-on-one practical advice, our group therapy programs and social groups offer a wonderful opportunity for clients to practice their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
