Natalie GademanSpeech-Language TherapistMenu
Communication support, shaped around everyday life.
Speech-language therapy for adults and older people, offered at home and in care facilities in Hillcrest, Kloof and Waterfall, with surrounding areas considered by enquiry.
Services
Support that is useful beyond the session.
Assessment and therapy are guided by the person’s communication needs, daily routines, priorities and support network.
01Aphasia & language support+
Meaningful language practice, supported conversation, personalised communication tools and strategies for everyday interactions following stroke or other neurological change.
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Structured activities alongside real-life strategies, routines and environmental supports that make communication and participation more manageable.
Enquire about this service →03Dementia communication support+
Identifying strengths, adapting daily communication, building on familiar interests and helping those around the person connect with greater ease.
Enquire about this service →04Motor speech support+
Individualised speech practice and communication strategies that support clearer, more confident participation in personally important situations.
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Coaching, written guidance, supported practice and collaborative problem-solving for relatives, carers and facility teams.
Enquire about this service →About Natalie
Hi, I’m Natalie.
I’m a Speech-Language Therapist with a particular interest in adult neurological communication and dementia.
My interest in dementia care is personal. My grandmother lived with Alzheimer’s disease, and our family had very little guidance as her communication and needs changed. We experienced how difficult it can be to support someone you love while feeling unsure of what may help.
That experience continues to shape the way I work. I want adults and their families to feel informed, supported and less alone, with care that respects the person, their history and what matters to them.
My approach
Meet the person. Understand the day. Build from there.
Listen first
Understand the person, their history, priorities, routines and support system.
Focus on real life
Set goals that connect to daily conversations, relationships and participation.
Work together
Include families, carers and facility teams when useful and welcomed.
Adapt as needs change
Review what is helping and adjust support with care and flexibility.
For families
Support for the person — and the people beside them.
Sessions can include clear explanations, practical strategies to try at home and space to work through the communication situations that matter to your family.
Ask about family supportFor facilities
Collaborative care in familiar surroundings.
Facility visits can include individual assessment and therapy, practical communication recommendations, and guidance for staff or carers.
Discuss a facility referralFees, payment & medical aid
Clear information, before care begins.
Payment
The practice will operate on a payment-first basis at launch. Clients will pay the practice directly, with the exact fee confirmed before booking.
Claiming from medical aid
After payment, clients will receive a detailed paid invoice and receipt to submit to their medical aid for possible reimbursement. Reimbursement depends on the member’s scheme, plan and available benefits.
Home visits & travel
The home-visit and travel fee structure is still being finalised. Any applicable charge will be clearly quoted and confirmed before an appointment is booked.
A mobile practice
Care where communication happens.
There are no physical consulting rooms. Appointments take place in clients’ homes and care facilities, with teletherapy considered when suitable and practical.
Travel to surrounding areas may be possible depending on location and availability. Please enquire to confirm.
Core visiting areas
Upper Highway, KwaZulu-Natal
- 01Hillcrest
- 02Kloof
- 03Waterfall
FAQs
A few things you may be wondering.
What does an adult speech-language therapist help with?
An adult speech-language therapist assesses and supports difficulties with speech, language and cognitive communication following stroke, neurological change or as part of dementia.
Can speech therapy help after a stroke?
Yes. Support may address aphasia, changes in speech clarity or planning, and attention, memory or organisation difficulties that affect communication. Therapy is individualised.
Do you provide swallowing assessments?
Unfortunately, swallowing assessments are not offered. Natalie’s clinical focus is adult communication. If concerns about eating or drinking arise, assessment by a therapist with appropriate swallowing expertise will be recommended.
Where do appointments take place?
This is a mobile practice. Appointments take place in clients’ homes and care facilities. Teletherapy may be considered where appropriate.
How do payment and medical-aid claims work?
At launch, clients will pay the practice directly and receive a detailed paid invoice and receipt to submit to their medical aid for possible reimbursement.
Do you offer services in languages other than English?
Services are currently offered in English only.
Contact
Start with a conversation.
Tell me a little about the person, what has changed and where support is needed. You do not need to have all your ducks in a row before getting in touch — we can work out the next step together.
Launching in 2027.
Enquiry responses and appointment availability will begin closer to launch.