Bulk billing for the Enhanced Primary Care program

If you suspect your child may have a speech problem, the best course of action is to consult a specialist speech pathologist for an evaluation. At Kander Speech Pathology, we are happy to talk with you about your concerns.

We do not need a referral from a General Practitioner to conduct an assessment but it is advisable for you to consult your General Practitioner if you are concerned about a developmental delay in your child.

Kander Speech Pathology will bulk bill patients on the Enhanced Primary Care Program, including children and adults.

Your General Practitioner will decide if your child is eligible for the EPC Program. There is a maximum of five sessions per calendar year only and you will need to bring along your referral form to the first session to be bulk billed.

A speech pathology report will be sent to your General Practitioner at the beginning and conclusion of the five sessions.

Speech Assessment

Kander Speech Pathology provides assessment and management of communication disorders in the following age groups:  

• 12 months to 5 years old
• 5 years to 12 years old
• Adolescents and adults

If there are other concerns we cannot help you with, we will encourage you to consult your General Practitioner for further follow up .

Speech Pathology Sessions

The initial speech pathology session involves obtaining a comprehensive case history followed by the communication assessment.

All therapy sessions are Individualised and based on the outcomes of the communication assessment.

Speech therapy sessions can be weekly, fortnightly or whatever matches your family commitments. We aim to be flexible in working with busy families.

The type and severity of the communication problem will be considered in making these choices and discussed with you extensively.

Speech Pathology Services

• Individual therapy sessions with follow up home activities. Parents observe the therapy sessions
• All clients will have access to an online speech therapy activity website to work on therapy targets at home
• Home and school programs can be created for teachers/kindergarten teachers for follow up
• Communication reports can be provided to doctors, and schools on request
• Therapy activities and resources will be provided in each session

With our services, you will feel relaxed and confident from the moment you start. Don't delay another day in finding the help you need. Give us a call.

Speech Difficulties in Children

We understand how difficult it can be to find out that your child may have communication difficulties. We can assist you in finding the best way to support your child and build their  confidence.

We encourage parents, carers and guardians to be involved in the therapy process and ask questions about the therapy process.

We are keen to liaise with school teachers and support staff to discuss how to implement communication strategies in the classroom. Please note that parents/guardians will have to give consent for this to occur.

Speech therapy goals and therapy progress will be reviewed and discussed with parents, guardians and carers regularly.

All clients will have access to an online speech pathology program to work on therapy targets at home.

Qualified Speech Pathologist

Kander Speech Pathology is managed by Kiru Kander.

Kiru Kander is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) and is dually trained as a speech pathologist and a primary school teacher. She is a member of Speech Pathology Australia and is a graduate of the University of Queensland (1994). She has over 20 years experience working with children and adolescents with communication difficulties. She has a good understanding of the educational and social implications of communication impairments for young children, adolescents and adults.

Kiru has worked in Queensland, New South Wales and the United Kingdom in a variety of settings namely, child development clinics, schools, community health centres, child and youth mental health services, disability services and hospitals. She has also completed further postgraduate study through a Masters In Education with a Major in Special Education and postgraduate qualifications in Community Mental Health. Her personalised approach has yielded many positive results for clients.