Regional Communication Aid Service Neurological Service Walkergate

The Regional Communication Aid Service is based at Walkergate Park and is a specialist Electronic Assistive Technology Service.  Our service aims to improve the independence of people of all ages who experience severe communication difficulties through the provision of specialised services for Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) Aids.  We support local teams in working with individuals to understand their AAC needs; and in providing specialised communication aids.

The Regional Communication Aid Service offers:
• A visiting assessment service: this takes place in a suitable location (i.e. home, school, hospital etc)
• An equipment loan service (post assessment only from April 2017)
• Advice on specialist Communication Aid Equipment
• Training in the use of specialist Communication Aid Equipment
• AAC training for local teams