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NDIS Dietetics in Croydon Park

Good nutrition makes daily life easier. It supports energy, focus, and overall wellbeing.

At Optimum Health Solutions in Croydon Park, our dietitians work alongside our wider team. Through internal case conferences across seven disciplines, we make sure your support feels joined up, not scattered.

We are here to help you navigate food, health, and your NDIS plan with confidence.

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Who We Support with Dietetics in Croydon Park

We support children, adults, and older participants across Croydon Park. Whether your goals are about growth, energy, or managing a health condition, we tailor support to your daily life.

Swallowing difficulties
Disability-related nutrition needs
Tube feeding support
Autism and sensory eating challenges
Diabetes management
Weight management support
Gastrointestinal conditions
Meal planning for independence

Dietetics Services Available at Croydon Park

Individual nutrition assessment

We review your medical history, eating habits, and NDIS goals. Then we create a plan that fits your daily life.

Swallowing and texture-modified diet support

We guide safe food textures and fluid thickness. We work alongside speech pathology when needed.

Chronic condition nutrition support

We support nutrition for diabetes, heart health, and other long-term conditions. Plans are practical and realistic.

Meal planning and independence training

We help build skills around shopping, meal prep, and routine. The focus is safe and confident food choices.

How Dietetics Works at Our Croydon Park Clinic

1.

Initial Assessment & Consultation

We take time to understand your health, eating habits, and NDIS plan. We listen to what matters most to you.
2.

Treatment Planning

We create a clear nutrition plan that builds capacity and supports independence. It is tailored to your funding and daily routine.
3.

Active Intervention

We work with you on practical food strategies, meal ideas, and safe eating practices. Support can be at our Sylvania clinic or in the community.
4.

Skill Building

We focus on building skills around shopping, cooking, and food choices. The goal is to maximise autonomy over time.
5.

Progress Review

We review your plan regularly and adjust as needed. Reports can be prepared for NDIS plan reviews.

6.

Maintenance & Capacity Building

We help you maintain routines long term. Structured pathways prevent funding burnout and keep support steady.

Meet Our Croydon Park Dietitians Team

Jenny Jacobs

Dietitian

BND

Terence Tong

Terence Tong

Dietitian/Head of Clinical Development (Dietetics)

BSc (Phys), MND

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Every NDIS plan recipient receives a free upfront discovery session to build a customised treatment plan across our range of services. We know you’ve already put a lot of hard work into completing your NDIS plan. To make things easy and clear for you, we align the treatment plan to your NDIS Capacity Building Budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, dietetics is usually funded under Capacity Building, often in Improved Daily Living.
If your plan includes this category, dietetics can be used to build skills around food, health, and daily routines. We can also help you understand how your Croydon Park plan funding applies.

No, a GP referral is not usually required for NDIS-funded dietetics. If you are plan-managed or self-managed, you can contact us directly. We can also liaise with your support coordinator if needed.
Yes, we provide clear progress reports for NDIS plan reviews. Reports outline functional impact, capacity building progress, and recommended supports. This helps you navigate your next plan meeting with confidence.
Yes, depending on your plan and support needs, we can discuss clinic or community-based options in Croydon Park. We aim to make support practical and accessible. Local delivery helps connect nutrition strategies to real environments.
We have a 48-hour cancellation policy. This protects your allocated time and supports consistency. For new private clients, pre-payment helps secure regular sessions. It is about mutual commitment and steady progress.

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