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Policies and Procedures

All our policies and procedures can be easily viewed below, to provide transparency around our services

Cancellation & Rescheduling

We understand that life can be unpredictable and aim to support families with a flexible, respectful approach to cancellations and rescheduling:

  • Reschedules: You may reschedule your child’s appointment with no fee if you contact us via email or text before travel has commenced. We’ll always check messages before leaving for a session. The rescheduled appointment must occur within 4 weeks. If not, we will offer an alternative service (e.g., resource creation or consultation). If this isn’t suitable, a cancellation fee may apply.

  • Cancellations: You can cancel your session with no fee if you give at least 24 hours written notice (via text or email). Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur the full session fee. Ongoing cancellations or reschedules can impact therapy progress. If this occurs frequently, we will discuss whether the current service arrangement is still the right fit for your family.

  • No Shows: If your child is not present and no prior notice is given, a full session fee (including travel time) will be charged. We will attempt contact and wait up to 15 minutes before leaving. Parents are responsible for informing us of any known schedule changes (e.g., excursions or special events). If we arrive and cannot complete the session, a no-show fee will apply.

  • Illness: We offer flexible rescheduling for illness, but please notify us as early as possible. If a child is unwell and no notice is given, the full fee will be charged.

  • Holidays: For holidays that affect three or more consecutive sessions, we may need to offer your regular time slot to another family. While we do our best to accommodate returning families, your original time/day may not be guaranteed.

Privacy

Pip Squeak Speech Pathology respects your privacy and complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.

What We Collect: We collect personal and sensitive information (e.g. name, contact details, health and developmental history) to provide therapy services. We may also collect anonymous data (e.g. browser type, IP address) to improve our website.

We use your information to:

  • Deliver and manage therapy services

  • Communicate with you

  • Improve our services and operations

  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

  • With your consent, we may also send you relevant updates or promotions.

 

Splose and AI: We use Splose, a secure practice management system that includes optional AI-powered drafting tools (e.g. for reports or notes). These tools never access identifiable data, and all drafts are reviewed by your Speech Pathologist before use.

We do not share your information unless:

  • You give consent

  • Required or authorised by law

  • We never sell or distribute your data.

Access and Security: You may request access to or correction of your information at any time. We take reasonable steps to keep your data secure and accurate.

Payments

  • Invoices are sent within 5 days of your appointment. Payment is due within 7 days.

  • For non face-to-face services (e.g., reports or resource preparation), payment is required before release. A watermarked preview may be provided on request.

  • NDIS-funded clients are responsible for ensuring there are sufficient funds available. If not, the family will be responsible for payment.

  • Services may be paused if invoices are unpaid. Unresolved invoices may be referred to debt recovery, with an added 20% collection fee.

  • If you're experiencing financial hardship, please contact us to discuss flexible options.

Complaints Management

We are committed to respectful, collaborative care and welcome feedback at any time:

If you have any concerns about services or this agreement, please contact us at:

If you remain unsatisfied, you can contact:

  • Department of Communities, Disability Services & Seniors: 1800 080 464

  • The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) – details on the NDIS website.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Pip Squeak Therapy would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to the land, sea and the community. We will continue to pay respects to their elders past and present and all aboriginal people, especially those we may meet as part of our work. 

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