Medicare Now Covers More Speech Pathology
What families, GPs and our community need to know
By Lauren Kevu, Senior Speech Pathologist & CEO
What Is Heavy Work? A Parent’s Guide to Helping Kids Feel Calm, Focused, and Ready to Engage
At Zoe Allied Health, we often recommend heavy work as a simple, powerful strategy to help kids feel grounded, calm, and emotionally regulated. But what exactly is it—and how can it help your child?
Understanding the WHY Behind Behaviours
As a parent, it can be hard when your child’s behaviour doesn’t seem to make sense. But at Zoe Allied Health, we see behaviour as communication—a way for children to express needs they might not yet have the skills to verbalise.
Occupational Therapy for Fine Motor Skills in Children
At Zoe Allied Health, we understand that the small things often make the biggest difference. When a child struggles to hold a pencil, button their shirt, or use scissors, it can impact their confidence and independence. These tasks rely on fine motor skills—precise movements of the hands and fingers essential for daily activities at home and school.
Voice Problems and Reflux: How Speech Therapy Can Help You Find Your Voice Again
Many people experience voice problems like hoarseness, frequent throat clearing, or vocal fatigue. For some, these symptoms are linked to reflux—when stomach contents travel back up into the throat and voice box, leading to irritation and discomfort.
Updates to NDIS Language: A Guide for Families
Navigating the NDIS can feel overwhelming, especially with ongoing changes to plans, reports and assessments. To make things clearer, the NDIS has updated several key terms and processes. Here’s what families need to know to stay informed and confidently advocate for their child’s support.
8 Top Tips for a Smooth Start to Prep
A helpful guide from your local Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, and Dietetics Team
Starting Prep is a big milestone for children and families alike! Here’s how to support a confident, calm and connected start to school.
Understanding Swallowing Changes in Over 55s: The Role of a Speech Pathologist at Zoe
As we get older, the muscles involved in swallowing can weaken, and the coordination required for safe swallowing can diminish. This can lead to difficulties with certain foods and liquids, increasing the risk of choking or aspiration (when food or liquid enters the airway).
Safe Swallowing as We Age: Signs to Watch For & When to Seek Support
Eating is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but as we age, changes in muscle strength, coordination, and reflexes can make swallowing more challenging. Swallowing can also be affected by stroke or neurological conditions like Parkinson’s or dementia.
Nourishing Your Gut A Friendly Guide to Feeling Better From the Inside Out
At Zoe Allied Health, we believe good health starts in the gut – and we’re not alone. More and more research shows that gut health doesn’t just affect digestion; it plays a role in your energy, immune system, skin, mood, and more.