Cathy Jeffries Speech Pathologist in Mackay, Queensland | Medical and health

Cathy Jeffries Speech Pathologist

Locality: Mackay, Queensland

Phone: +61 438 185 472

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25.01.2022 October is AAC Awareness month! What is AAC you may ask. Read on to learn more. AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC refers to tools, strategies and systems for replacing or supporting natural speech for those who experience difficulty communicating through speech.... Have a great day! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUc4YQ0REbE #cathyjeffries

24.01.2022 Good news! For NDIS participants needing assistive technology (AT) to maintain current supports and services during restrictions . Low cost AT eligibility criteria have been broadened to allow access to technology and funds that will assist provision of on-going services. Examples might be:... purchase of an iPad for engaging in telehealth therapy development of home programs phone consultations with support staff View this video and contact your NDIS representative for more information. Have a terrific day . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHNlrVlPJHY #CathyJeffries

24.01.2022 I really am lost for words. How could this happen? May that beautiful little one Rest In Peace.

23.01.2022 Hello everyone MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR . Please enjoy a wonderful break with your loved ones ... Stay safe and take time to relax over the festive season. See you in 2020!

23.01.2022 Dating and relationships can be challenging for everyone at times, but for those with autism, even more so. A new 4-part documentary starts tonight on the ABC Love On The Spectrum rated PG. Should be a good watch for those living or working in this space. Or just those wanting to better understand autism.... https://iview.abc.net.au/show/love-on-the-spectrum Have a great day everyone and remember to drink adequate H2O #CathyJeffries

23.01.2022 Scope Australia have some great resources for talking about COVID-19 with those you support . These include a Key Word Sign poster, Easy English information, staying safe from coroavirus and other resources. There is also a short youtube Key Word Sign video also that you may find useful.... Enjoy your day and take care. https://www.scopeaust.org.au//communication-resources-cov/ #CathyJeffries

22.01.2022 I am looking forward to visiting Unique Directions OUR MATES PLACE tomorrow to learn all about this great new facility for Mackay people with disabilities. Fantastic work Unique Directions! Have a super day today everyone.... #CathyJeffries

20.01.2022 Abby has received her Grid Pad Pro 10 thanks to her NDIS funding. Abby is doing a great job learning all about the different grids and functions available. This Friday, Abby is going to be able to express her goals and priorities at her NDIS review meeting. What a fantastic outcome for Abby!

19.01.2022 Today is International Day of People with Disability. For me the movie musical The Greatest Showman is such a celebration of diversity. If you havent seen it, make yourself a promise to see it. And the song This is Me, Keala Settle, from the movie is just inspirational! Take 4 minutes out of your day, listen and think about those words and what they mean to you. I am always pumped after I hear this song. ... I hope your day is going fabulously! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfGmj_NZ85M #CathyJeffries

17.01.2022 Hi everyone I hope you are having a good Easter despite the restrictions. A FREE online training module from the Australian Government Department of Health for support workers has been released. ... Infection prevention and control for COVID-19. Please share with your network. Thankyou. https://ndisqualityandsafeguardscommission.cmail19.com/t/t/ #CathyJeffries

17.01.2022 This link from the Tobiidynavox website has some great resources for assisting clients of any age to learn handwashing sequences and healthy habits. I hope you are all doing well and staying safe. https://www.tobiidynavox.com//stay-healthy-with-tips-from/... #CathyJeffries

16.01.2022 Have you heard of ISAAC? ISAAC stands for International Society for AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication). ISAAC works to improve the lives of children and adults who use AAC. ... Attending ISAACs conference in 2018 was most valuable to my speech pathology practice. This morning I will be on-line attending a webinar hosted by ISAAC. My story of How Getting a Speech Device Changed My Life is to be presented by Todd Hutchinson, an expert AAC user who guest lectures regularly at universities and has helped researchers better the field of AAC. Have a wonderful day everyone! https://www.isaac-online.org//international-aac-awareness/ #cathyjeffries

16.01.2022 Dec 3, just around the corner, is...... International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPwD) Help spread the word, break down barriers and celebrate achievements and contributions of People with Disabilities ... Please connect with https://www.facebook.com/idpwd Enjoy the rest of your week everyone! #CathyJeffries

15.01.2022 Kirsty is very social and loves using her voice. She especially loves to sing and attend music therapy Sometimes it is challenging for others to understand Kirsty's speech so she is learning to use a PODD book (a low tech communication device) and also has an iPad with Snap Core First (a high tech device). Kirsty now has lots of options for communication. Alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) is often a blend of different methods of communicating, depending upon t...he situation. Kirsty receives on-going services for speech and using alternative communication devices. Here is Kirsty having a conversation with a support worker using PODD and voice. I am so proud of Kirsty. #cathyjeffries

13.01.2022 I am so looking forward to Loose Ends 2019. A wonderful evening of entertainment and celebration of diversity! EVERYONE feels good at Loose Ends.... Dont delay, get your tix for 6 Dec. Auslan interpreted event & accessible venue. See you at the MECC! Have a great day everyone. https://www.facebook.com/crossroad.arts.mackay/ #CathyJeffries

13.01.2022 Please support: Chances Cafe Mackay 172 Shakespeare St Lovely food, coffee and people.... Great service. Chances Cafe assist those who are experiencing homelessness. Chances Cafe have a mini market coming up this Saturday. #CathyJeffries

12.01.2022 A big shout-out for all the therapists today! Thankyou! Our minds dont really switch off from work. We care so much about our clients who also give us so much. Have a lovely day everyone.

12.01.2022 Congratulations to Abby who has recently trialled the n-Abler joystick mouse and it has been a success. The n-abler is an alternative to a regular mouse and provides Abby with improved control for independently navigating an AAC device. The best AT solution for Abbys communication needs has been determined and an AT application completed, ready for submission to NDIS. We wait for the outcome. I look forward to assisting Abby achieve her goals in 2020.... #CathyJeffries

11.01.2022 Do you subscribe to NDIS Australia on YouTube? I love seeing and hearing the inspiring stories and learning how participants are achieving their goals Sense Rugby - what a brilliant program!... Enjoy your Monday https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnt_Zjs09Ew #CathyJeffries

11.01.2022 Here is a short introduction video for Snap Core First - a symbol-based software suitable for many who need a speech-generating system, at any age or skill level. You can more at the TobiiDynavox Training Youtube channel. I hope you are all having a great week! ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIYL_sMYfoo #CathyJeffries

09.01.2022 Abby is doing an excellent job of trialling AAC options to find the right fit for her communication needs. Zyteq Melbourne are providing expertise in specialised equipment to support our clinical decision-making. This process allows us to determine the best way for Abby to use an AAC device (access method) and find the hardware and software to assist Abby to achieve her communication goals.... Thats exciting! http://www.zyteq.com.au/ #CathyJeffries

07.01.2022 Hello everyone I hope you are all staying well. Here is a link to an easy-to-read document about the Coronavirus that you may like to share with your family and clients.... Look after yourselves and each other. Thinking of you Hang in there, weve got this! https://cid.org.au/resource/staying-safe-from-coronavirus/ #CathyJeffries

07.01.2022 Tomorrow is International Cochlear Implant Day. A cochlear implant is a surgically implanted electronic device that provides a sense of sound. People with cochlear implants learn to interpret and make meaning from the signal and usually can learn to use speech for communication. A cochlear implant does not cure deafness or hearing impairment, but acts as a substitute by stimulating the cochlea (inner ear part that converts sound signal to a neural signal).... I encourage everyone to view this brief video of a hearing loss simulator. And ... I just discovered the hearing aid emoji! Have a superb day. I requested rain and here it is! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jpe0_v2nAc #CathyJeffries

07.01.2022 From 1 July 2020, Hearing Services may change for some NDIS participants. If you or your client has hearing loss, please see this YouTube video released by NDIS. Enjoy your day everyone and put your best forward. ... https://youtu.be/EVLjDw7y1W4

05.01.2022 The is shining and there is a beautiful breeze out. Isnt it fantastic!The is shining and there is a beautiful breeze out. Isnt it fantastic!

02.01.2022 I have such a great story to share. Lee has been able to send me messages today via Messenger with the communication app called Snap Core First. Lee’s disability means he cannot phone me or send a text message like other people without disabilities. I have needed to always communicate with Lee from a distance via someone else. Not anymore!... Thankyou NDIS for funding Lee for the necessary supports so Lee can achieve increased independence. Another big thankyou goes to Mark Harford who has been instrumental in supporting Lee. Thanks Mark and well done Lee. #CathyJeffries

02.01.2022 Hi everyone. Rain please! NDIS funding categories - Core, Capital and Capacity Building. These can be confusing at times. Think of a task a participant needs assistance to do due to the disability.... Core - could provide a support worker to help with the task Capital - could provide modifications or specialised equipment for the task Capacity Building - could provide a person or program to teach skills and ways to improve participant ability to do the task Endeavour Foundation have some excellent information to support your understanding of NDIS funding. Have a great day! https://www.endeavour.com.au//ndis-funding-categories-expl #CathyJeffries

02.01.2022 Did you know ......? When we introduce a communication device to a person with complex communication needs (CCN), one of the best intervention strategies is Communication Partner Modelling. No catwalk required! Communication Partner Modelling involves carers, support workers and others close to the participant using the device to make meaning during everyday interactions. This applies to low-tech or high-tech systems.... So...... Ask for help to learn Have a go Remember, making mistakes and trying again is a powerful message for clients with CCN. Just say "oops!" Have fun! Here is a video of Modelling AAC Using PODD Have a great day everyone! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFLtWIDTyQ8 #CathyJeffries

01.01.2022 A BIG shout-out for all the support workers who assist clients to achieve their communication goals. Thanks so much for your assistance, encouragement and insights. Your commitment to teamwork is so appreciated! Here is Ryan from Ideal Placements supporting Matt during a speech card game. Brilliant!... #CathyJeffries

01.01.2022 Matthew is learning to use Snap + Core First to support his communication with others. Snap + Core First is a symbol-based AAC app for those who have difficulty communicating with speech. Matthew enjoys socialising and is very motivated to practise and improve his skills. Top stuff Matt! ... #CathyJeffries