NDIS Dietitian Perth
Registered dieticians in Perth
At St Jude’s, our NDIS-registered dieticians provide personalised nutrition support to help people with disability improve their health, reach their goals, and enjoy mealtimes with greater confidence. We work with individuals experiencing disability-related health needs that impact eating, swallowing, weight management, and overall well-being, delivering tailored advice and ongoing care that aligns with their NDIS plan and personal goals.
What Is The Role of an NDIS Dietitian?
Dietitian Perth WAA dietitian plays a vital role in supporting people with disability to maintain or improve their nutritional health, especially if their eating and mealtimes are affected by medical, physical, or behavioural challenges.
NDIS dietitians support individuals across Perth who experience:
- Restricted or selective eating (e.g. sensory sensitivities, Autism)
- Difficulty chewing, swallowing or digesting certain foods
- Significant or unexplained weight changes
- Nutritional gaps linked to pureed or modified diets
- Mealtime distress or refusal to eat in certain environments
- Ongoing bowel issues or risk of pressure injuries
- Non-oral feeding (e.g. PEG tubes)
When assessing and planning, a Dietitian will take a person-centred approach, focusing on:
- Direct observation of eating behaviours and routines
- Collaboration with family members, support workers, teachers or other health professionals
After a thorough assessment, a Dietitian will be able to:
- Providing tailored recommendations and practical strategies
- Creating personalised nutrition plans that align with the individual’s NDIS goals
- Monitoring progress and adjusting plans to suit changing needs
Contact us
If you or a loved one needs support, contact our friendly team today to find out how we can help you achieve your goals. We have no waiting period for most of our services.