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NextSense in numbers

NextSense is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting people who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind, or have low vision, their families, and the community around them.

  • 10,000+ people supported each year
  • 5,000+ children and adults supported with cochlear implant services
  • 200+ children supported by education services
  • 1,200+ children supported with an early intervention program
  • An extensive network of 20 centres around Australia

NextSense vision services

Early Intervention—vision

Our services are designed for children from birth to eight years of age, and their families, to develop strong foundations for learning and communication. We support children who are blind or have low vision across Australia. We also support children with multiple disabilities, including children who are deafblind.

Vision Assessments

Our specialist eye health professionals can assess your child’s vision and our assistive technology consultants will work with you to develop strategies and access to the technology that will best support your goals.

Allied Health

We provide a range of allied health services for children and adults who are blind or have low vision, including diagnosis, functional assessments, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.

Specialist School Services

We operate specialist preschools and K-6 schools for children who are blind or have low vision.

Accessibility and Inclusion

Our Accessibility and Inclusion service produces a range of materials in formats that can be used by people who are blind or have low vision. We produce children’s books, exam papers, and assessments, through to restaurant menus for individuals, community groups, and organisations.

Learn more about our vision services here.

NextSense hearing services

Early Intervention—hearing

Our services are designed for children from birth to eight years of age, and their families, to develop strong foundations for learning and communication. We support children with different types and degrees of hearing loss, from mild hearing loss to profound hearing loss in one or both ears. We also support children with multiple disabilities, including children who are deafblind.

Paediatric Audiology

We offer hearing assessments for children from three weeks of age, including those with special needs. Hearing assessments are delivered by experienced audiologists in a child-friendly environment.

Allied Health

We provide a range of allied health services for children and adults with hearing loss, including diagnosis, functional assessments, speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and psychology.

Specialist School Services

We operate specialist preschools and K-6 schools for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. We also provide school support services for students attending mainstream and independent schools.

Learn more about our hearing services here.

Cochlear Implant Program

Cochlear implants can be a suitable option for newborns through to those aged ninety and older who have profound hearing loss. We deliver Australia’s largest and most comprehensive program, giving you access to leading surgeons, an expert team of health professionals, and the latest technologies, often with no out-of-pocket costs. We’ll tailor services to your specific needs and desired outcomes, and build an expert team around you, from your assessment through to ongoing care.

  • Assessment: understanding whether a cochlear implant could help you
  • Consultation: exploring your options
  • Surgery: undergoing your cochlear implantation
  • Switch-on: switching your implant on
  • Ongoing care: increasing your access to sound
  • Support for life: accessing tailored care and ongoing support

Find out more about our cochlear implant services here.

Professional education and research

NextSense Insitute is Australia’s leading centre for research and professional studies in the field of education for children with sensory disabilities; offering webinars, short courses, and degree programs for parents, carers, educators, and health professionals.

The NextSense difference

  • We’re for everyone, right across Australia: No matter your age, your needs, or where you live, we reach the people who need us.
  • Australia’s largest cochlear implant program: We provide access to leading professionals and ongoing care for thousands of Australians.
  • Our dedicated people: Our wide range of experts work holistically to create a program of care that’s unique to you.
  • Not-for-profit service: That means we can focus on your needs.
  • Registered NDIS provider: We partner with you on your NDIS journey.
  • Keeping you connected, wherever you are: We use high quality video conferencing technology to provide the support you need, in the comfort of your own home.