We provide clear assessments of communication and swallowing support needs, with comprehensive reports available for NDIS funding and other purposes.
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A speech therapy assessment can provide a clearer understanding of a person’s communication or swallowing needs and help determine what support may be appropriate. At Brighter Futures Allied Health, we regularly work with:
Clarity starts with a conversation
A speech therapy assessment looks at the skills that affect how a person communicates, understands others and participates in everyday activities. Depending on the person’s concerns and goals, the assessment may consider:
A speech therapy assessment is tailored to the person’s concerns, communication needs and goals. The assessment typically covers:
Choosing an assessment provider is about finding a team that understands the person’s needs and can provide useful guidance beyond the assessment itself.
As a registered NDIS provider, our team can support NDIS participants who need an assessment and report for an application, funding decision or plan review.
Our speech pathologists work with children, adults and seniors with a range of complex communication and swallowing needs, tailoring assessments to the individual.
Individuals and families can contact BFAH directly to discuss their assessment needs and next steps, without requiring a GP or other healthcare referral.
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At Brighter Futures Allied Health, assessment fees vary depending on the level of reporting required. A standard speech therapy assessment costs $603.99 with a summary letter or $991.97 with a comprehensive report. The summary letter provides feedback and a summary of assessment scores and diagnosis, while the comprehensive report provides more detailed analysis, goals and strategies and can support communication with paediatricians, the NDIS and schools. Both options include two standard assessment sessions.
A referral is not generally required to book a speech therapy assessment at Brighter Futures Allied Health. However, a referral may be needed if you are accessing certain funding or rebate options. If you are unsure whether a referral is required for your circumstances, our team can help clarify this before your assessment.
Yes. Brighter Futures Allied Health can assess people who use or may benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Where an AAC device prescription is required, the assessment and reporting needs can be discussed with the speech pathologist following the initial session, as these complex assessments require an individual quote.
Yes. Brighter Futures Allied Health can provide literacy assessments for children where a clearer understanding of their skills is needed for school. The assessment can help identify areas of difficulty and provide information that can guide recommendations and support.
Yes. Brighter Futures Allied Health can provide mealtime safety assessments to assess difficulties with eating, drinking or swallowing and identify appropriate supports. This can be particularly helpful when mealtime difficulties are affecting safety, nutrition or everyday participation. Our speech pathologists offer mealtime safety assessments to individuals or groups at home and in residential care arrangements.
