Voice & Swallowing
Stroke & brain injury rehabilitation
A stroke or brain injury can change the way you speak, understand, read and swallow. Recovery is possible, and we’re here to support every step of it.
Voice & Swallowing
Stroke & brain injury rehabilitation
A stroke or brain injury can change the way you speak, understand, read and swallow. Recovery is possible, and we’re here to support every step of it.
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Signs to look for
Acquired communication and swallowing difficulties following stroke or brain injury can include any of the following.
Difficulty finding words, forming sentences, reading or writing – with or without understanding problems.
Coughing, choking or difficulty swallowing food and liquid safely.
Slurred, slow or unclear speech due to muscle weakness or coordination difficulty.
Voice that is quiet, hoarse or breathy following neurological change.
Difficulty planning and sequencing the movements for speech – words may come out differently each time.
Memory, attention, problem-solving or social communication difficulties following brain injury.
What To Expect
We make it easy to get started – no jargon, no pressure, just clear next steps.
1
Initial contact
Contact us directly, or we can liaise with your hospital discharge team or GP to arrange a smooth transition.
2
Comprehensive assessment
We assess all relevant areas, speech, language, swallowing and cognitive-communication, to understand the full picture.
3
Goal setting
With you and your family, we set meaningful, achievable goals for what you want to get back to.
4
Intensive rehabilitation
Regular sessions focused on building and maintaining gains, with home strategies to support progress between appointments.
Our Approach
Evidence-based therapy delivered in a way that works for each individual and their life.
Evidence-based rehabilitation
We use approaches with a strong evidence base for acquired neurological communication disorders, including constraint-induced aphasia therapy and motor speech techniques.
Carer and family support
We help families and carers understand what’s happening and how to support communication at home.
Meaningful goals
Returning to work, communicating with grandchildren, reading the paper, we focus on what matters to you.
Multidisciplinary collaboration
We work alongside neurologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and GPs to ensure coordinated care.
Common Questions
It's never too late. While the greatest gains are typically in the early months after a stroke or injury, meaningful progress can continue for years. We'll assess where you are and what's possible.
We include family and carers in sessions and provide practical strategies for communicating at home including how to give the right amount of support without doing too much.
Telehealth is available and works well for many rehabilitation goals, particularly language and cognitive communication. Please contact us to discuss what's right for your situation.
Yes, we are a registered NDIS provider. Medicare rebates may also apply through a GP Care Plan. Many clients access this service through both. Contact us to discuss your options.
Ready to Get Started?
Take The First Step Today
Everyone deserves to be heard,
and we’re here to help
Ready to Get Started?
Take The First Step Today
Everyone deserves to be heard,
and we’re here to help
