My daughter, who is 8 years old, just received her NDIS approval. We’re thrilled, but now we’re facing a challenge. We want to enhance her language and communication abilities, but we’re struggling to get a specific literacy program approved by NDIS. Any guidance on how to effectively advocate for this or similar supports through NDIS?
Hi Daniyal, it might be worth looking into speech therapy options. Literacy programs often fall under educational jurisdiction, which NDIS generally does not cover. Speech therapists, however, can provide comprehensive support that includes aspects of literacy as part of broader communication skills development. This could be a more viable route for NDIS funding.
Do speech therapists help with reading and writing skills, or should we explore additional educational supports separately?
Thankyou for you assistance by the way 
Daniyal, many speech therapists are equipped to handle basic literacy challenges as part of enhancing overall communication skills. They often use techniques that improve phonetic awareness and can indirectly support reading and writing.
You’re welcome btw.
Hi Daniyal
Definitely start with a speech therapist. You might also want to consult with your daughter’s school to see if they can complement the therapy with additional support at school. Combining school resources with speech therapy could provide a more rounded approach to her literacy and communication development.
That’s a great suggestion. I hadn’t considered integrating school resources. I’ll contact her school to discuss how we can align their support with what we manage through NDIS.
When selecting a speech therapist, look for someone with experience in early childhood development and specific training in literacy and language disorders. It’s also beneficial if they are familiar with NDIS processes and can help navigate the specifics of getting services approved.
Appreciate all the advice. I’ll start reaching out to speech therapists with the right background and see if they can help us come up with a plan that NDIS supports. Thanks for steering me in the right direction!