SPA-certified speech pathologist supporting older people across Brisbane and north Brisbane with swallowing difficulties, communication changes and mealtime safety through aged care funding.
Swallowing problems and communication changes affect a significant number of older Australians, but many families do not know that a speech pathologist can help at home. Our mobile speech pathologist visits across Brisbane and north Brisbane to assess and manage dysphagia (swallowing difficulties), communication changes from stroke or dementia, voice disorders, and mealtime safety. We work through Home Care Packages (HCP Level 1-4), CHSP, DVA and private funding.
You'll speak with our SPA-certified speech pathologist.
We usually call back within one business day.
Speech pathology for older adults across Brisbane
Speech pathology for older adults goes well beyond helping someone speak more clearly. Our speech pathologist works with older people and their families across Brisbane to manage swallowing safety, communication changes, mealtime risk and voice disorders, at home where the real challenges happen.
Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) is common in older adults and carries serious risks including aspiration pneumonia, malnutrition and dehydration. Our speech pathologist assesses swallowing function at home during a normal meal, identifies the level of risk, and recommends strategies such as texture-modified diets, safe swallowing techniques, positioning changes and environmental modifications to reduce aspiration risk.
Mealtime is about more than swallowing. Our speech pathologist assesses the full mealtime environment: seating and positioning, pace of eating, supervision needs, food preparation, and how carers are supporting the person. For people living with dementia, stroke or Parkinson's disease, safe mealtime management can prevent hospital admissions and maintain nutrition and quality of life.
Stroke, traumatic brain injury and progressive neurological conditions can affect the ability to speak, understand language, read, write and use numbers. Our speech pathologist assesses the type and severity of communication difficulty, develops a therapy programme tailored to the person's goals, and coaches family members and carers on strategies to support everyday communication.
Communication changes are one of the most distressing aspects of dementia for both the person and their family. Our speech pathologist works with the person and their carers to maintain communication for as long as possible, introduce strategies as language skills change, and train carers in how to adapt their communication style to reduce frustration and confusion.
Age-related voice changes such as a weak, breathy or strained voice can affect confidence, social participation and the ability to be heard. Our speech pathologist assesses voice function, identifies whether the changes are age-related or indicate an underlying condition that needs medical review, and provides voice therapy exercises and strategies to improve vocal strength and clarity.
Carers play a critical role in implementing speech pathology recommendations, particularly around mealtime safety and communication strategies. Our speech pathologist trains family members and paid carers in safe feeding techniques, communication approaches and when to seek urgent review. We write clear reports for HCP providers, GPs and hospital teams.
Speech pathology supports swallowing safety, communication and mealtime management. It does not treat the underlying neurological condition. If you are concerned about a new swallowing difficulty or sudden speech change, contact your GP or call 000 if you suspect a stroke.
Whether your parent has a Home Care Package, CHSP funding, a DVA card or wants to start privately, we make the process straightforward.
Phone (07) 3477 9366 or fill in the form. Our intake team will ask about the person, what's happening with swallowing or communication, and what funding is in place. We usually respond within one business day.
Our SPA Certified Practising speech pathologist has experience working with older adults across dysphagia, communication disorders and mealtime safety. We'll confirm the referral pathway, funding and what to expect from the first session.
Your speech pathologist visits at home across Brisbane and the north side. Assessments are conducted during real meals and daily routines so we can see how the person is actually managing, not how they perform in a clinical setting.
Our speech pathologist is a Certified Practising member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA), supported by a speech therapy assistant, a team of occupational therapists, a psychologist and a dedicated intake team who will be your first point of contact.
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Occupational Therapist
AHPRA-registered
Psychologist
AHPRA-registered
Speech Pathologist
SPA Certified Practising
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Under OT supervision
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Under OT supervision
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Under OT supervision
Speech Therapy Assistant
Under SPA supervision
Client Intake Coordinator
Intake team
Client Intake Coordinator
Intake teamSwipe to see more
Tell us your preferences: gender, language, cultural background, clinical experience. We'll match you with a clinician who fits.
What you pay depends on your funding stream and service type. We provide clear pricing information before any session is booked.
Request a written quoteEvery client gets a clear written quote setting out session rates, expected travel time and any assessment fees, before we schedule the first session.
For HCP, CHSP and DVA clients, we bill within the rates set by the relevant funding schedule. No surprises at invoice time.
Travel and non-face-to-face time are always quoted in writing, at the rates allowed for your funding stream. What you see is what you pay.
Our speech pathologist covers Brisbane, north Brisbane and surrounding areas. If you are not sure whether we cover your suburb, call us.
Check availabilityChermside, Aspley, Albany Creek, Stafford, Kedron, Nundah, Sandgate, Redcliffe, North Lakes, Caboolture, Strathpine
Brisbane CBD, South Brisbane, West End, Woolloongabba, Mt Gravatt, Sunnybank, Carindale, Wynnum
Ipswich, Logan, Redland Bay, Moreton Bay, Pine Rivers
Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, plus NSW, VIC and TAS coverage
These are the questions we hear from families, home care providers and hospital discharge teams. If yours is not here, call us.
A speech pathologist assesses and manages swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), communication changes from stroke, dementia or other neurological conditions, voice disorders and mealtime safety. For older adults, this is often the difference between eating safely at home and repeated hospital admissions for aspiration pneumonia. We visit at home so we can assess the person during real meals and daily routines.
Common signs include coughing or choking during meals, a wet or gurgly voice after eating or drinking, food or liquid leaking from the mouth, taking a long time to finish meals, avoiding certain textures, unexplained weight loss, and recurrent chest infections. If you notice any of these, a speech pathology assessment is recommended. Call your parent's GP or contact us directly.
Most clients access our speech pathology through a Home Care Package (HCP Level 1-4), CHSP (Commonwealth Home Support Programme) or DVA (Gold and White Card). Private funding is also available for people not yet in the funded system. If you are unsure what applies, call us and we will help you work it out.
A GP referral is not always required for HCP, CHSP or DVA-funded speech pathology, but it is recommended and many providers request one. For private clients, no referral is needed. If there is an acute swallowing concern or recent hospital discharge, we recommend speaking with the GP first.
Yes. All our speech pathology sessions for older adults are delivered at home across Brisbane and the north side. Home-based assessment is essential for mealtime management because we need to see the actual eating environment, food preparation, carer support and positioning rather than a simulated clinic setting.
A texture-modified diet changes the consistency of food and fluids to reduce the risk of choking and aspiration. The speech pathologist assesses swallowing function and recommends the safest texture level using the IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) framework. We train carers and family members on how to prepare food and drinks to the recommended consistency.
Yes. Astrad is a multidisciplinary allied health practice. Our speech pathologist, occupational therapists and psychologist regularly coordinate care for older clients who need support across multiple areas. For example, an OT might assess kitchen and mealtime positioning while the speech pathologist manages the swallowing and food texture component.
Our speech pathologist visits at home across Brisbane and the north side. Swallowing assessments, mealtime safety, communication support and carer training through HCP, CHSP, DVA or private funding. Call us or fill in the form and we'll be in touch.
We usually call back within one business day.
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Brisbane time
