Speech Pathology Reports for NDIS Plan Reviews
What goes into a progress report, why it matters and how to make sure yours is ready in time
When your NDIS plan is coming up for review, the NDIA looks at evidence about how your supports are working and what you'll need next. For speech, language, communication or swallowing supports, a report from your Speech Pathologist is one of the most useful pieces of evidence you can provide.
What's in a progress report?
A good progress report gives the NDIA a clear picture of where things are at. It usually includes:
- Background: the participant's communication or swallowing needs and how they affect daily life.
- Goals and progress: the goals we've worked on and what has changed during the plan.
- Assessment results: any formal or informal assessments we've completed.
- Functional impact: how communication or swallowing affects participation at home, school, work and in the community.
- Recommendations: the supports we recommend for the next plan, such as the amount of therapy, assistive technology or support worker training.
Why it matters
The NDIA makes funding decisions based on evidence. A clear report that links therapy to the participant's goals and explains the impact of their disability helps the planner understand what's needed. Without one, Speech Pathology funding may be reduced or left out of the next plan.
Other reports we write
- AAC assessment reports: to support funding for communication devices.
- Mealtime Management Plans: for participants with swallowing difficulties.
- Updated reports: when a participant's needs change significantly during a plan.
Tips for a smooth plan review
- Tell us early: let us know as soon as you have a plan review date, so there's plenty of time to write the report.
- Share your goals: tell us what you'd like to work on in your next plan.
- Keep copies: share the report with your support coordinator or plan manager, and keep a copy for yourself.
Talk to us
We currently have no waitlist for NDIS Speech Pathology. If you're new to Activate and have a plan review coming up, we can complete an assessment and report. Call (03) 8849 9795 or make a referral through our NDIS Referrals page.
