Echelon Care provides speech therapy for all ages, from infants and young children through to teenagers, adults and older adults. Therapy is tailored to each person's stage of development, whether the focus is early speech and language milestones or communication and swallowing needs later in life.

Yes, Echelon Care accepts NDIS (self-managed and plan-managed), Medicare, DVA, private health insurance and private-paying clients. It also provides speech pathology services for aged care clients, so most funding pathways are covered without needing a separate referral to check eligibility.

We work with individual of all ages, from infants, school-aged children (primary and secondary) to adults of all ages.

Echelon Care treats speech sound development, receptive and expressive language, fluency (stuttering), social communication, feeding and swallowing, and provides Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) support. Every program uses neuro-affirming, evidence-based practices tailored to the individual's strengths and goals.

No, Echelon Care does not require a formal referral — families, caregivers and professionals can self-refer directly. You can call 0425 802 791 or submit an enquiry through the Echelon Care website to begin the intake process, whether you're a participant, referrer or allied health professional.

Yes, Echelon Care provides speech pathology services for older adults and aged care clients, alongside its infant, child and adult services. This includes support for communication changes and feeding and swallowing difficulties that can occur with ageing, delivered through the same evidence-based, client-centred approach.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) refers to tools such as speech devices or visual aids that support individuals who need alternative ways to communicate. Echelon Care provides AAC assessment and support as one of its core services for clients across all ages.

You can book an appointment with Echelon Care by calling 0425 802 791 or completing the enquiry form on echeloncare.com.au. No referral is required, and the team will guide you through an initial consultation before creating a personalised therapy plan.

Yes, Echelon Care's speech pathologists provide feeding and swallowing support, addressing difficulties with eating and swallowing to help ensure safety and enjoyment during meals. This service is available for clients of all ages, from infants to older adults, in-clinic or via telehealth.