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The role of a Speech Pathologist is to “study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice.” Speech Pathologists can also support children (and adults) who have difficulty swallowing.

Our Scarborough clinic is situated within the Ballycara Wellness Centre on Sunnyside Road and our team includes Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Speech Pathologists.

At Xavier we work with children and young people with complex and multiple disabilities and their families to provide therapy support that helps them to live better lives.  Through our multi-disciplinary team, we provide various types of therapy support for children in Brisbane and surrounding areas

Respite is known by different terms under the NDIS however it is possible to access what we have called “respite” care prior to the NDIS. Here’s everything that you need to know.

Finding the right Support Worker (or team of Support Workers) for your child and your family is an important process. Your Support Worker should play a key role in helping your child to meet their goals as well as providing care and support for your child and your family.