What are the Augmentative/Alternative Communication Clinics ?
The Augmentative/Alternative Communication Clinics assess children and adults who consistently cannot make their needs understood through speech. When speech is not easily understood, options are available to promote effective communication. These options may include dedicated augmentative communication devices or computer programs that produce speech or provide a visual display of a person’s thoughts and ideas. Various devices, such as switches and head-pointing systems, are explored when the client is unable to directly access the communication system. The Pediatric Augmentative/Alternative Communication Clinic is an interdisciplinary clinic that includes Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation Engineering professionals involved in assessing and providing recommendations regarding communication options. The Adult Augmentative/Alternative Communication Clinic also accesses professionals involved in AAC service provision. When evaluations are complete, result
