Speech Pathology Home Visits Adelaide
Speech and Swallowing Support Delivered to Your Door – No Wait Time Across Adelaide!
Thrive Health Therapies offers personalised home visit speech pathology services across Adelaide, helping clients of all ages improve communication, language, social interaction, and swallowing – all from the comfort of home. Whether supporting a child with speech delays, helping an adult regain speech after stroke, or managing swallowing issues in older adults, our mobile speech pathologists deliver tailored, evidence-based therapy wherever it’s needed most.
What Are Speech Pathology Home Visits?
Speech pathology home visits involve a qualified speech pathologist coming to your home to provide individualised therapy in a familiar, real-life environment. This approach helps embed strategies into daily routines, making therapy more effective, accessible, and relevant.
Home visits are ideal for those who:
Have difficulty travelling to clinic appointments
Feel more comfortable receiving support at home
Benefit from seeing therapy strategies modelled in their own environment
Are looking for a flexible and personalised approach to communication or swallowing support
We collaborate with clients, families, carers, and support coordinators to ensure therapy is practical, person-centred, and aligned with your goals.
Who Can Benefit From Speech Pathology Home Visits?
We support children, teenagers, adults, and older adults across Adelaide.
Children and Teenagers
We work with children and young people experiencing:
Speech sound delays
Language difficulties (understanding or using words)
Social communication challenges (e.g. autism)
Stuttering or fluency concerns
Literacy and learning difficulties
Feeding or mealtime challenges
Therapy is play-based, family-focused, and adapted to suit your child's needs and goals.
Learn more about paediatric speech therapy
Adults
We support adults with communication or swallowing difficulties caused by:
Stroke or brain injury
Neurological conditions (e.g. Parkinson’s disease, MS)
Voice disorders
Cognitive-communication difficulties
Language loss (aphasia)
Changes in speech clarity or confidence
Our therapists help improve confidence, independence, and quality of life at home and in the community.
Older Adults and Aged Care
Home-based speech pathology is ideal for older people who:
Are living with dementia or memory concerns
Have difficulty with swallowing (dysphagia)
Experience age-related communication changes
Want support to stay safe, independent, and socially connected
We also work with people receiving Home Care Packages (HCPs) or DVA-funded care.
What to Expect from a Speech Therapy Home Visit
Initial Assessment
Your first appointment includes a comprehensive assessment in your home. We:
Understand your concerns, needs, and goals
Assess communication, language, speech, or swallowing
Observe real-life interactions and routines
Develop a tailored therapy plan based on your environment and supports
Individualised Therapy
Based on the assessment, we provide therapy that may include:
Speech and articulation exercises
Language development strategies
Social communication and conversation support
Stuttering therapy
Swallowing management and mealtime strategies
Education for families, carers, and support staff
All therapy is goal-driven, functional, and reviewed regularly.
Ongoing Support
We provide consistent, flexible support through:
Regular home visits
Progress monitoring and adjustments
Communication with your GP or care team
Practical strategies for real-life situations
Reports for NDIS, HCP, or funding bodies if needed
Where We Travel in Adelaide
Our home visit speech pathology services in Adelaide and surrounding suburbs include (but are not limited to):
Adelaide CBD
Norwood
Prospect
Unley
Glenelg
Marion
Semaphore
Gawler
Modbury
Burnside
Campbelltown
West Lakes
Morphett Vale
Salisbury
Tea Tree Gully
Stirling
Mount Barker
Aldinga
If you’re unsure if we come to your area, simply get in touch! We’re always expanding our mobile reach across Adelaide and happy to accommodate where possible.
Funding Options for Home Visit Speech Pathology
We accept a variety of funding options, making speech pathology at home accessible for everyone:
Private Health Insurance
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plans (GP Team Care Arrangements)
Benefits of Speech Pathology Home Visits
✔ Convenience
We come to you - ideal for those who find travel difficult or prefer a familiar setting.
✔ Real-Life Relevance
Therapy is delivered where communication and mealtime interactions actually happen.
✔ Supports Functional Goals
We focus on practical communication and safe swallowing strategies that enhance everyday life.
✔ Ideal for All Ages
From toddlers to older adults, home visits allow for personalised care across the lifespan.
✔ Collaborative Approach
We work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to support progress and consistency.
FAQs - Home Visit Speech Pathology Adelaide
If you can’t find an answer to your question, please contact our friendly team on 0474 248 081 or email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com
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Yes - we provide services in private homes, supported accommodation, and aged care settings.
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Absolutely. We provide clear communication and ongoing updates, and we actively collaborate with families, support staff, and other allied health providers.
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No! We can start working with new clients right away.
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No! You do not need a referral to see one of our experienced speech pathologists.
Additional Home Visit Services We Offer
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Learn more about our home visit occupational therapy services
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Our mobile physiotherapy services support teenagers, adults, and older adults to improve mobility, manage pain, and stay active in their own environment. We help with strength, balance, injury recovery, and chronic condition management through tailored treatment plans delivered in the comfort and convenience of your home.
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Our home visit speech pathology services support children, adults, and older adults with communication and swallowing needs in the comfort of their own home. We help with speech clarity, language development, social communication, and safe eating and drinking through individualised, goal-focused therapy tailored to your environment and daily routines.
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