Augmentative and Alternative Communication (aac) Assessment for Philadelphia ids consumers

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Assessment
for Philadelphia IDS Consumers

The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University is available to conduct Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) assessments, using qualified, licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Assessments may be completed for individuals with disabilities and communication needs who are served by Philadelphia IDS.

Please note: This service is only available to Philadelphia IDS consumers aged 21+

As a result of this service, recommendations will be provided to individuals with disabilities, their families, and other team members. Recommendations may include:

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  Strategies to increase opportunities for communication and increase the likelihood of successful communication
  
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  Supports for the implementation of AAC strategies
  
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  Ways in which AAC may help establish functional communication
  

(including, but not limited to, speech-generating devices)

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  Identification of related assistive technologies (e.g. for telephone communication)
  
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  Assistance with acquiring AAC devices or other assistive technology devices and services.
  

To submit your request for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) assessment Complete and return this form (along with relevant ISP pages) using fax, regular mail or via an encrypted email/file sharing, such as https://tusafesend.temple.edu/

Kathryn Helland, MS, CCC-SLP
Augmentative Communication Services Coordinator

Encrypted: https://tusafesend.temple.edu/ Email: augcom@temple.edu

Fax: 215-204-6336 (Attn: Kathryn Helland)

Institute on Disabilities at Temple University

Attn: Kathryn Helland /1755 N 13th St, Student Center, Rm 411 S / Philadelphia, PA 19122

Please contact your agency’s Communication Champion or Kathryn Helland by e-mail (augcom@temple.edu) or phone (215-204-3032) if you have questions about this process.