Information Processing Course
Onward Health's Information Processing Course is a structured, 6-session program supporting adults to manage slowed processing speed and keep pace with conversations, instructions and busy environments following neurological injury or illness.
Slowed processing is a common but often misunderstood change after brain injury or stroke. It's not a loss of intelligence or understanding, it's the time needed to take in, make sense of and respond to information. Left unaddressed, it can lead to feeling overwhelmed, avoiding social situations or relying heavily on others. This course targets processing speed directly, with strategies applied to real conversations and tasks.
Who we support
We commonly work with adults following:
Stroke
Acquired Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury
Neurological conditions
Post-concussion presentations
Cognitive decline impacting daily function
This course is delivered one-on-one and tailored to the individual's presentation, goals and environment.
The Information Processing Course may help with:
Difficulty keeping pace with conversations or meetings
Feeling overwhelmed following multi-step instructions
Needing extra time to respond or make decisions
Avoidance of fast-paced or busy environments
Reliance on others to "translate" or slow things down
What This Course Addresses
Assessment & Intervention Approach
The course runs over six sessions (45–60 minutes), delivered in person or via telehealth.
Session 1 — Assessment and goal setting. We measure baseline processing performance and set one to three goals tied to real tasks that matter to you.
Session 2 — Pacing strategies, including chunking information and confidently requesting repetition or clarification.
Session 3 — Simplifying complexity, breaking multi-step information into manageable parts with written or visual backup.
Session 4 — Environmental management for busy or fast-paced settings, such as meetings, family gatherings or shopping.
Session 5 — Real-world application, practising strategies in a genuinely fast-paced setting relevant to your goals.
Session 6 — Review and maintenance planning, with outcome re-assessment and a written strategy summary to keep.
Course Structure
The course aims to improve:
Confidence keeping pace in conversations and meetings
Ability to follow and act on multi-step instructions
Reduced overwhelm in busy environments
Participation in work, study or social settings
Reduced reliance on others to manage pace
Progress is measured at the start and end of the course using standardised and goal-based outcome measures, giving a clear picture of change. Ability to sustain attention on daily tasks.
Functional Outcomes
Cognitive rehabilitation services may be funded under:
NDIS
DVA
TAC / CTP schemes
Private referrals
We provide structured documentation aligned with funding requirements where required.
Eligibility & Referrals
Service Area
Onward Health provides mobile cognitive rehabilitation across the Sunshine Coast and surrounding regions. Therapy is delivered in-home to maximise functional relevance and real-world application.
Referral
If you are seeking cognitive rehabilitation on the Sunshine Coast, please contact Onward Health to discuss your goals and referral pathway.
