Leigh Shea, MA, CCC-SLP: No financial or non-financial relationships to disclose
Abstract: Dissemination of practical assessment and treatment information pertinent to adults with pervasive and severe communication impairments who could benefit from augmentative and alternative communication.
Summary of Presentation: Discussion of augmentative and alternative communication across the continuum of care for the adult neurogenic population. Overview of and suggested strategies for the implementation of the Participation Approach to Augmentative and Alternative Communication at multiple levels of care (e.g. acute care, inpatient rehab, outpatient/day rehab settings). Exploration and demonstration of the practical application of the AAC ability level continuum. Functional treatment strategies, goals, and special considerations that are beneficial for individuals who require AAC.
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
State components of the Participation Approach to Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
Generate an individually relevant and comprehensive AAC evaluation for an adult with acquired language impairment.
Generate functional treatment objectives within the scope of the AAC Ability-Level Continuum.