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25.01.2022 Happy Easter everyone! We hope you have a safe and happy holiday

25.01.2022 Did you know that physiotherapy interventions may reduce your risk of falls? If you would like to improve strength , mobility , independence and quality of life , please arrange an appointment to see one of our AMAZING physiotherapists. For more information, please call our friendly staff on 0400 590 831 or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

24.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful fathers (dads, step dads, care givers, and role models) out there! We hope you have a lovely day!

23.01.2022 Connect Allied Health would like to acknowledge and thank our wonderful clinicians for all of the amazing work they do. Some positive outcomes for our young children and adolescents include independent toileting , improved reading , improved communication skills , and an increase in the variety of foods tolerated . Thanks team! Keep up the fabulous work

22.01.2022 Are you looking for an occupational therapist for your child ? Well look no further! Connect Allied Health occupational therapists are experienced and passionate about helping your child improve gross motor skills , fine motor skills , sensory processing, and behavioural challenges. For more information, please contact our friendly staff on 0400 590 831 or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

22.01.2022 Baby Arlo was popular at the NDIS expo on Friday . Directors Sarah and Shannon should have asked someone to take a family photo . If you have questions about the NDIS or accessing therapy services, please feel free to contact us on 0400 590 831. Or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

22.01.2022 Connect would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and New Year!! We are very grateful to be working with you all and look forward to what we can achieve together in 2019. The kids in have been getting into the Christmas spirit this week during occupational therapy with Siéad...can anyone spot their child's work?

21.01.2022 Happy Monday everyone! Hope you're having a great day!

21.01.2022 Hi all . Did you know that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that can impact communication and behaviour. Although ASD can be diagnosed at any age, it is said to be a developmental disorder because symptoms generally appear in the first 2 years of life. If you have questions about ASD or are seeking autism diagnostic services, please feel free to contact our friendly staff on 0400590831. Or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

20.01.2022 Good for fine motor skills, Arlo is getting cross with 'the Ball of Frustration' Aww

20.01.2022 Did you know that sensory processing involves accurate processing of sensory stimulation in the environment as well as in one’s own body? When a child has self regulation difficulties , they might: Have sensitivities to sound, touch or movement. Not respond to their name. Have delayed communication and social skills .... Appear to be in their ‘own world’. Have poor concentration. Have poor fine and gross motor skills . Have poor sleep patterns . Have a restricted diet . Dislike self-care tasks (e.g. showering, hair-washing, dressing, etc.). Display sensory seeking behaviour such as spinning, constant running around, jumping, crashing . Prefer solitary play. Dislike changes in routine. Have difficulties making friends . Occupational therapists can help children with self regulation difficulties reach their full potential . For more information, or to arrange an appointment with one of our experienced paediatric occupational therapists, please call 08 8337 8770 or email [email protected]

20.01.2022 And the good news continues to roll! Due to increased demand and rapid growth in services, we're on the hunt for a: Paediatric occupational therapist, ... Paediatric physiotherapist, Paediatric psychologist, To join our motivated, dedicated, and supportive team, check out the advertisement below, or head to www.connectalliedhealth.com.au for more information about the services we provide.

20.01.2022 Introducing the newest member of Connect Allied Health. Everyone meet George George is a weighted sensory tool and is very excited to assist our beautiful paediatric clients to suppprt sensory regulation to create a sense of calm. Say hello next time you are at the clinic! ... Have a great and safe long weekend everyone

20.01.2022 Hi everyone . Are you interested in home care packages, or need information about services to help you live life your way? Please contact the friendly staff at Direct Care on 8336 8861 or check out the website: direct care.com.au

20.01.2022 Connect Allied Health are proud of our amazing Therapy Coordinator, Jaime Norup, for her fantastic achievement of representing Southern Districts in the State Country Football Championships in Port Pirie this weekend! Jaime was selected as the starting ruck and as captain. Well done Jaime!

19.01.2022 Hands up parents who sometimes (or regularly) experience difficulties encouraging their children to eat a variety of foods . Fussy eating or problematic feeding can often leave parents feeling concerned and disheartened Speech pathologists who are experienced in paediatric feeding can support children who are fussy eaters or problematic feeders and their families to tolerate a greater variety of food which in turn can support improved nutritional outcomes ...Eating is a highly sensory activity and many picky eaters refuse food based on how they look or feel . Messy play can be one helpful strategy to indirectly encourage eating through experiencing and exploring different textures and colours. Please note, children should engage in messy play at their own pace and not be forced. This should be discussed with an experienced speech pathologist. Please also keep in mind that if your child has swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) this must be considered and a care plan developed by an experienced speech pathologist, based on your child’s individual needs. For more information please get in touch with our friendly team on 08 8337 8770

19.01.2022 #livelifeyourway with Direct Care and Connect Allied Health. For more information, please contact 8336 8861 or check out our websites: direct care.com.au and connectalliedhealth.com.au

19.01.2022 Hi all , if you would like more information about our AMAZING allied health services for children and adults , please check out our NEW website https://connectalliedhealth.com.au/

19.01.2022 Hi all , check out Sounds and Vibes festival presented by KYD-X and Lifetime Support on Dec 1st. It looks like a lot of FUN!

19.01.2022 Is your child is finding speaking difficult or frustrating? Is it hard for others to understand them? Are they using a limited amount of words? Well, our speech pathologists are here to help! Learning to speak is an essential part of the early years of childhood, and can shape further language development. While each child will learn at their own rate, there are milestones that can help you determine whether your child might benefit from a bit of extra help! For more information about speech development, feel free to contact our friendly team on 0400 590 831 or head to our website www.connectalliedhealth.com.au

19.01.2022 Occupational therapy is about improving a person's ability to complete functional tasks (e.g. dressing, washing, eating, and drinking), as well as helping to accomplish tasks that are important to you. Our lovely and professional OT team are here to help you improve your well-being and assist you in achieving independence and self-reliance. If you would like more information about our adult occupational therapy services please contact us on 0400 590 831 or head to our website www.connectalliedhealth.com.au

18.01.2022 Meet our Team Introducing Mary Hurley Clinical Manager/Occupational Therapist Behaviour Support Practitioner... Mary is a much loved employee at CAH and has been with the company for almost a year. She has approximately 6.5 years experience working as an Occupational Therapist and has worked with clients of all ages and in a range of settings, from aged care to paediatrics. Mary has always held a true passion for assisting and supporting people of all ages to increase their independence, achieve their goals and improve their quality of life . Outside of work, Mary loves spending time with her partner, family, friends, and her two cheeky sausage dogs (Kevin and Gary) who keep them very busy. Mary loves reading, good food, travel, music and quality coffee Likes: Good food and good coffee. Dislikes: Traffic and mess/disorganisation. CAH describe them as: Loyal, kind, calm and approachable

17.01.2022 Reading is a crucial part of learning but sometimes children can find reading tricky and often have a difficult time in the classroom. At Connect Allied Health we have a team of dedicated speech pathologists who can work with you and your child to improve their reading and make their time in the classroom more enjoyable. Here are some helpful tips for encouraging reading development for your child: - Allowing them to read their favourite book over and over again, ...while encouraging them to explore other books that meet their interests. - Ask questions about the book dependent on the age of your child. If you would like more information about reading development feel free to contact our friendly team on 0400 590 831 or head to our website www.connectalliedhealth.com.au

17.01.2022 Connect Allied Health are EXCITED about our new clinic location on 40 The Parade, Norwood. Our new home is super spacious and features a large sensory room containing soft equipment for our AMAZING clients to support the development of gross motor skills. For more information or to make an appointment, please get in touch with our friendly staff on 08 8337 8770

17.01.2022 Hi all . Connect Allied Health are experienced in providing diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder, including diagnostic assessments for girls. If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to contact our friendly staff or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

17.01.2022 To all the WONDERFUL DADS out there, happy Father's day! We hope you have a great day . From the team at CAH

17.01.2022 Connect Allied Health are seeking a full time paediatric occupational therapist to join our AMAZING multidisciplinary team. We are based in Adelaide and provide clinic based and mobile visits to early learning centres, schools and homes. If you’d like more information, please feel free to get in touch on 0400 590 831

16.01.2022 Meet Fletcher. In many respects he’s like any other 7 year old boy, but his Autism Spectrum Disorder means he needs help to communicate, even for simple things like what he’d like to eat. Enter #Speechie Elizabeth Lea, who is helping Fletcher get his message across. #SPWeek

15.01.2022 Good afternoon all ! Occupational therapists ensure that people with a disability can function in all their environments with the ability they have . Please check out the delicious meal one of our amazing clients created during their occupational therapy home session with Senior OT Kara . For more information or to access an appointment please contact Connect Allied Health on (08) 8337 8770

15.01.2022 Wishing you all a safe and happy Easter

15.01.2022 Connect Allied Health are thrilledto now be able to provide dietetics services for children and adults via Telehealth, or live video conferencing. This is with our senior dietitian, Tierney Sheridan, who offers a wealth of knowledge about the use of food and nutrition to promote health and manage disease. For more information or to arrange a consultation, please contact our friendly staff on 08 8337 8770 or email [email protected]

13.01.2022 It was a very a lovely surprise to receive these beautiful flowers from Praktis Partners. A huge thank you to Nicole Nott and the team for all of their outstanding help and assistance to Connect Allied Health. If you are looking to set up your own practice or to grow your current private practice we highly recommending contacting the team at Praktis Partners. Thank you again for the lovey gift, they have certainly added some colour into our clinic

12.01.2022 CAH Director Shannon representing Connect Allied Health and Direct Care at the southern NDIS expo yesterday. It was a wonderfully informative afternoon. If you'd like more information about how you may benefit from the NDIS, come and visit us at the Morphetteville NDIS expo this afternoon. Otherwise, please feel free to contact us on 0400 590 831 or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

12.01.2022 Spring is finally here! We know how difficult it can be to get young children away from their iPad, computer, DS or TV! Maybe Bert and Zachary can convince them to go outside and play? Ask your child questions about the animals you come by , or play a game of 'I Spy' using a sound your child finds tricky. There's always a way to sneak in speech and language activities whilst enjoying the much-awaited sunshine! If you'd like more information about strategies to support speech and language or would like to speak with our experienced paediatric speech pathologist, feel free to contact 0400 590 831. Alternatively, feel free to check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtvPlFty1rE

12.01.2022 Happy OT week everyone! Wishing all OT’s a week of client success and thank you to all out beautiful clients who inspire us each and every day to strive to be the best we can be!

11.01.2022 Come work with us!

11.01.2022 Hi all , please WELCOME our new senior dietitian, Tierney Sherdan. Tierney is a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics Honours Graduate from the University of Newcastle, Australia. Tierney has completed a number of accreditations in specialist nutrition topics, including Paediatrics and Maternity, Chronic Disease Management, Allergy and Intollerance, Sports Nutrition, Emergency Response Nutrition and International Development. Tierney is EXPERIENCED within private, pub...lic and not for profit sectors including: Senior Paediatric and Maternity Dietitian, Rural Generalist Dietitian, Primary Project Officer, Senior Clinical Dietitian, Team Leader of Dietetics, Senior Dietetic Clinical Educator, Nutrition and Dietetic Health and Education Officer, and Senior Aged Care Dietitian. Tierney has also practiced internationally and conducted Nutritional research which has been published and presented at conferences domestically and internationally. Tierney has a strong passion for EVIDENCE BASEDNutrition and PERSON-CENTRED care. Tierney is sensitive to the personal journeys and challenges of her clients and strives to create frameworks, goals and outcomes which are effective and achievable. Recently starting a family of her own, Tierney is Based in Brisbane, Australia and is available to clients based in Adelaide via Telehealth to assist in achieving their individual goals For more information or to make an appointment, please contact Connect Allied Health on 08 8337 8770 or email [email protected]

09.01.2022 Wishing you all a safe and happy new year! From the team at Connect Allied Health

09.01.2022 A creative drawing from one of our lovely clients

08.01.2022 Are you concerned about delayed speech and language development ? For a no obligation consult, please feel free to speak with one of our E X P E R I E N C E D speech pathologists on 0400 590 831 or check out our website at connectalliedhealth.com.au

08.01.2022 We often get asked what a speech pathologist actually does, and the list is more extensive than expected! Our experienced speech pathologists can help with areas such as speech sounds , receptive language (understanding), expressive language (putting thoughts into words and sentences) , reading and literacy skills , fluency/stuttering, functional communication (e.g., iPad), social skills , and feeding and swallowing difficulties. If you would like more information about our speech pathology services or have specific questions relating to your child, please give us a call on 8337 8770 .

07.01.2022 Are you an occupational therapist (or do you know a fabulous OT) seeking an employment opportunity in a dynamic and fun environment? Connect Allied Health are seeking an enthusiastic paediatric occupational therapist to join our expanding team. New graduates welcome to apply . For more information contact Sarah (director) on 0400 590 831, or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

06.01.2022 Children will have outbursts from time to time as they test boundaries, but if this challenging behaviour becomes constant or extreme it can cause emotional stress and frustration to the child and their parents, as well as teachers and peers. Often children with communication difficulties demonstrate challenging behaviours as their frustration builds up due to being unable to express themselves efficiently or understand what is being asked of them. Are you finding your child’s behaviour challenging? If you are, we can help . For further information about behavioural difficulties and how we can help, please visit www.connectalliedhealth.com.au or call our friendly team on 0400 590 831.

06.01.2022 Connect Allied Health are seeking a passionate, caring and fun speech pathologist to join our legendary team. The position is full time and includes working with a diverse range of clients in homes, schools, early learning centres and our clinic which based on the Parade in Norwood. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch on 08 8337 8770 or check out the link https://www.seek.com.au/job/50284412

06.01.2022 Connect Allied Health would like to congratulate our wonderful Therapy Coordinator, Jaime Norup, and the Southern District women's football team for taking out the win in the State Country Championships in Port Pirie! Well done team!! Woo hoo

06.01.2022 Did you know that coughing when eating and drinking can be a sign of dysphagia (swallowing difficulty). Dysphagia impacts approximately 60% of elderly people living in Residential Aged Care Facilities and can result in chest infections and choking. Speech pathologists are the professionals responsible for assessing and managing swallowing difficulties and can make recommendations to maximise client safety and quality of life . For more information, please contact our friendly team on 0400 590 831 or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

05.01.2022 Did you know that many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have difficulties regulating their emotions which can lead to sensory meltdowns. Sometimes it can be hard to tell the difference between a tantrum and a sensory meltdown, but they're very different! For children with ASD, when they reach the point of sensory, emotional, and information overload , or even just too much unpredictability, it can trigger a variety of external behaviours that are similar to a tan...trum (such as crying, yelling, or lashing out), or it can trigger a complete shutdown and withdrawal . It is important to understand that meltdowns are not manipulative and are outside of a child's control. We understand that meltdowns are an awful experience; both for your child and for you. Seeing your child suffer can be heart-wrenching , and keeping them safe while it’s happening is critical. Paediatric occupational therapists can assist families to understand individual triggers and provide strategies to support children should a meltdown occur. For more information or to make an appointment with one of our paediatric occupational therapists, please contact Connect Allied Health on 8337 8770

04.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day! We hope you had a lovely day

04.01.2022 To our wonderful families, wishing you a lovely break over the school holidays! Please get in touch if you would like a home visit or clinic based appointment during this time on 08 8337 8770 . From the team at Connect Allied Health

04.01.2022 Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful and safe Christmas and a Happy New Year . We look forward to continuing to work with our valued clients towards achieving their individual goals and full potential in 2020

04.01.2022 Meet our Team Sarah Grgic Clinical Manager/Senior Speech Pathologist ... Sarah is a dedicated and passionate speech pathologist , with just over three years’ experience in the field. Sarah is passionate about working with children with speech, language and social communication difficulties and adults with communication and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). Sarah enjoys all aspects of speech pathology and has a special interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to support individuals who are non-verbal or minimally verbal to find ways other ways to communicate , and has recently successfully implemented an eye gaze device for one of our valued participants. Sarah is dedicated to providing person-centred interventions and creates personalised and fun sessions that are based on what motivates the individual to support engagement and best possible outcomes. Sarah’s role at Connect Allied Health also involves mentoring our dedicated and talented speech pathology team to support ongoing professional development, in line with our commitment to ensuring evidence-based practice. Sarah supports a collaborative approach at Connect Allied Health, working alongside our Director, Clinical Managers and Senior Clinicians, to maximise client outcomes and continuity of care. Outside of work, Sarah currently enjoys checking the progress that has been made on her house that is currently being built and is always keeping her fingers crossed that they will be able to move in by the end of this year! She also enjoys spending time with her husband and their families. Likes: Summer, Tea, Chocolate and Netflix Dislike: Early mornings, Winter and Running Late CAH describes them as: Passionate, Loyal and always Dedicated

04.01.2022 GOOD NEWS STORY . One of our amazing clients was discharged from allied health supports recently. This phenomenal young lady has kicked some massive goals over the past few years and now has her Ps and is studying her passion at TAFE . CAH are beyond proud of our gorgeous client, her supportive family and dedicated clinicians . Well done team

04.01.2022 Happy Wednesday everyone I hope you are all having a lovely week. Below are some photos of just a few of our early intervention clients in their Speech and Occupational Therapy sessions, don't they look like they are having such a fun time? Our friendly and amazing Therapists are always thinking of different and unique ways to help their clients to not only to get the most out of their sessions, but to also make sure they have fun and are leaving with a smile on their beautiful faces.

03.01.2022 Happy Mother's Day

03.01.2022 Want to avoid wait lists for speech pathology , occupational therapy and other allied health services? When it comes to your health, time is of the essence. This is why we at Connect Allied Health have no wait lists! Don't wait! Give our friendly team a call on 0400 590 831 or check out our website www.connectalliedhealth.com.au for more information.

03.01.2022 Connect Allied Health are super excited to introduce our senior occupational therapist and positive behaviour support practitioner, Kara! Kara is an experienced clinician and has worked with clients of all ages, from small children to the elderly . Kara is especially passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder to maximise their independence and reach their full potential . Kara has recently supported clients to develop skills ...to make their lunch for school, shop for groceries in the community , and develop positive behaviour support plans to minimise and eliminate behaviours of concern. Kara loves the vast nature of OT, with no two days being the same. Outside of work, Kara loves being on the water, including canoeing, fishing, water skiing and swimming at the beach or river . She is also a keen Harry Potter fan (fellow fans might recognise the train line behind her in the photo from the Harry Potter movies). Kara is also a big fan of coffee and likes to kick start her day with a strong brew

03.01.2022 Does your child need help improving gross motor skills, such as walking , running , climbing , throwing , and catching ? If you would like more information regarding developmental milestones, please contact us on 0400 590 831 and we'll put you through to one of our experienced paediatric occupational therapists. Alternatively, check out our website at connectalliedhealth.com.au

02.01.2022 Do you have questions about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? No two children who have ASD are the same, and as such, therapeutic interventions will vary. Often, children who have ASD may benefit from a combination of occupational therapy and speech pathology , targeting their individual needs to help them reach their full potential . Occupational therapists can support a range of areas, including sensory and emotional regulation, behavioural support, writing, coordination,... attention, concentration, sleeping, eating, toileting, showering, and more. Speech pathologists provide interventions targeting a range of areas including, communication, reading, writing, social skills, and feeding difficulties. If you would like more information about Autism Spectrum Disorder, or would like to discuss a diagnostic assessment for ASD, please feel free to contact Sarah Tilley, Principal Speech Pathologist, on 0400 590 831 .

02.01.2022 Did you know that the first five years of a child’s life are said to be the most critical for their future learning and development? Evidence-based research describes rapid increase in brain mass and development during this time. A child's exposure to language, literacy, and communication with their family, friends, and peers will significantly influence this. Our experienced speech pathologists love book-sharing and singing nursery rhymes to stimulate language ...and speech skills. What's your favourite activity to share with your child? Let us know in the comments below! If you'd like more information about early learning activities please contact us on 0400 590 831 or head to our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

02.01.2022 Did you know that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a pervasive developmental disorder that impacts development across the lifespan? Social communication , restricted interests and behaviours and sensory processing differences are the main areas of development affected. The cause of ASD is currently not known . Receiving a diagnosis of ASD provides information regarding an individual’s strengths and differences, which can help clients and families better understand... certain behaviours or areas of difficulty. This in turn can facilitate improved support for individuals with ASD and can also help facilitate access to specific services . Connect Allied Health have capacity to provide diagnostic assessments of ASD in August 2019. This is with our Principal Speech Pathologist and Director, Sarah Tilley, in our Campbelltown clinic. For more information or to arrange for an assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder, please contact 08 8337 8770, email [email protected] or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

02.01.2022 I'll be there for you! Today is the International Day of Friendship! "The International Day of Friendship is... based on the recognition of the relevance and importance of friendship as a noble and valuable sentiment in the lives of human beings around the world." (United Nations, 2017, para 4)... Building relationships is a crucial part of child development and we at Connect Allied Health are here to help your child achieve these important social skills. We hope you have a wonderful day celebrating your friendships

02.01.2022 Want to put your best foot forward? Feel free to contact one of our fabulous M O B I L E podiatrists for a consult in the comfort of your own home on 0400 590 831. Or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au for more information

01.01.2022 Hi all , we are looking for a FUN and CREATIVE SPEECH PATHOLOGIST to join our AMAZING team! If you are a speech pathologist seeking a full time opportunity to help children and adults achieve their individual goals, we would LOVE to hear from you. For more information, please call 08 8337 8770 or email our Practice Manager Alexandra Marsden on [email protected]

01.01.2022 Hi all , given the current climate and worldwide concerns regarding COVID-19, CAH want to reassure our valued clients that in the event of quarantine from the Government (OR you/your therapist are placed in isolation but feel well enough to attend session), we have implemented Zoom, which is an evidenced based method to allow clients to continue to access therapy supports remotely so that: - Clients are able to continue to work towards their individual goals - There is... continuity in access to supports to avoid set backs or regression - NDIS funded packages are not negatively impacted by a large break in services - Clients and their families can remain in contact with their therapist and continue to access support - You do not need to do anything to set up Zoom - we will send a link via SMS or email If you would like more information, please get in touch with our friendly team on 08 8337 8770

01.01.2022 Speech pathologists, Sarah and Corinna, had a FANTASTIC experience recently at the 'More Than Words' - 'The Hanen Program for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Social Communication Difficulties', which took place over three days. This program is a guide for parents to build interaction and language skills specifically for children with ASD and we hope these strategies will be helpful for some of our current clients . For more information about how we can help children with ASD and their parents, please contact our friendly staff on 8337 8770 or check out our website connectalliedhealth.com.au

01.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone! Meet another member of the team Zoey Reed... Therapy Coordinator Zoey started with Connect Allied Health in early September 2020 in therapy coordination, where she is responsible for arranging and scheduling appointments including liaison with families, schools, and other key stakeholders to ensure suitable appointment times, mitigating travel to maximise therapy time, supporting clients to access supports that are important to them in line with individual needs and goals, ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed, and communicate regularly with therapists to ensure they feel supported in their role. Zoey has a Bachelor of Arts and previous to employment at CAH, Zoey worked in the Disability sector as a Disability Employment Consultant in the southern area of Adelaide. This role involved working collaboratively with people living with a range of disabilities, finding their strengths and skills, and creating vocational goals. Zoey is excited about her position at CAH and looks forward to the future and the positive contribution she will make here. Outside of work Zoey loves playing competitive country netball in the winter. She loves all things camping, beach and fun. Zoey recently built her first home with her partner by the ocean, along with their four-legged baby Leni Connect Allied Health describe her as: Caring, bubbly and helpful

01.01.2022 Did you know that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can have difficulties with social communication ? Social communication refers to the way in which language is used within social situations. It involves the ability to use language for different purposes (e.g. to greet and gain attention), adapt language according to the listener or environment (e.g. speak differently to an adult vs. child , speak at an appropriate volume, and provide background informatio...n), and follow conversational rules (e.g. ask questions, engage in a two way conversation, provide appropriate eye contact, stand at an appropriate distance, and use appropriate facial expressions and gestures). Speech pathologists can support children who have difficulties with social communication . For more information or to make an appointment with one of our experienced paediatric clinicians, please contact our friendly staff on 08 8337 8770 or [email protected]