There are over 100 forms of Dementia
Our Speech Pathologists commonly support people with the following types of Dementia:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Vascular Dementia
- Frontotemporal Dementia
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Early Onset Dementia
- Mixed Dementia
- Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
- Korsakoff Syndrome
Our Speech Pathologists also support people with Down Syndrome who may develop Dementia in later years.
We support people with Dementia at home, where they feel safe and most comfortable.
How can I access Speech Therapy for someone with Dementia?
NDIS Speech Pathology
Home Care Packages Speech Pathology
Home Care Packages Speech Pathology
If your loved one is under the age of 65, they may be eligible for the NDIS.
Speech Pathology support can be accessed via Improved Daily Living funding in a participant's plan.
Home Care Packages Speech Pathology
Home Care Packages Speech Pathology
Home Care Packages Speech Pathology
If your loved one is over the age of 65 and living at home, they may be eligible for a Home Care Package.
A Speech Pathology assessment can be organised through your package.
Private Speech Pathology
Home Care Packages Speech Pathology
Private Speech Pathology
Your loved one may access Speech Pathology via an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Plan through their GP.
An EPC plan supports those with a chronic condition to access up to 5 allied health sessions annually at a subsidised rate.