Resources.
Language Development
Speech Pathology Australia Communication Milestones factsheets for between 12 months – 5 years
How can you to talk to your baby – National Literacy Trust
Raising Bilingual Children – This article by The Conversation debunks
common myths about raising bilingual children
Hanen – Training and information for parents to support their child’s communication skills
DIR Floortime – Training and information for parents to support their child’s play and communcation skills
Literacy & Reading
Signs of early literacy difficulties – by Raising Children Network
Spelfabet – Provides information on literacy development, and activity ideas to try at home
AUSPELD – Provides information and strategies for parents of children with learning difficulties
Speech
Speech sound developmental chart – Mommy Speech Therapy
Speech sound picture cards– Free downloadable picture word cards targeting each sound in the English language by Mommy Speech Therapy
Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC)
What is AAC – AssistiveWare
Low Tech vs High Tech AAC – LiberatorMyths about AAC – Liberator
Key Word Sign (KWS) FAQ – Training and information for parents to support their child’s communication skills
How Do Keyword Signs Help – Keyword Sign Australia
Feeding & Mealtimes
Feeding and swallowing disorders in children – American Speech- Language and Hearing Association
IDDSI Framework & Detailed Level Definitions – International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative
Stuttering
Does my child has a stutter – American Speech- Language and Hearing Association
Play
Information about play – Developmental Occupational Therapy
Playgroup NSW – Find a playground in your local area
Activities ideas for your child – National Literacy Trust
Music Therapy
What is Music Therapy – Australian Music Therapy Association
Fact Sheets for Music Therapy with Individual Populations- American Music Therapy Association
Music On the Brain – Catalyst program by ABC
Your Rights & our Code of Ethics
Speech Pathologist’s Code of Ethics – Speech Pathology Australia
Registered Music Therapist’s Code of Ethics – Australian Music Therapy Association
The Communication Bill of Rights – Scope Australia
Fees & Funding
Speech pathology fees, rebates and funded programs – Information for the general public
Accessing Music Therapy in the NDIS – Australian Music Therapy Association
Accessing music Therapy via Home Care Packages – My Aged Care
Support and services funded by the NDIS – National Disability Scheme
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- Sunday (Closed)
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