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Our Philosophy The Augmentative Communication and Writing Aids Clinic (ACWC) believes that every person has the fundamental right to communication, the right to share in decisions of care, and the right to develop and maintain social relationships. What is the Augmentative Communication and Writing Aids Clinic (ACWC)? The ACWC is a specialized service that addresses the communication needs of individuals with complex speech and/or physical impairments through the provision of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). ACWC was designated as an expanded level AAC Centre in 2002 by the Assistive Devices Program (ADP) of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. Expanded level AAC Centres provide high technology assessments and services. What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)? AAC is a term used to describe extra ways of helping people who find it hard to communicate by speech or writing. AAC includes gestures, strategies, materials, or technology to help people to communicate more easily. | |
Communication can be broken down into two areas:
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Referral Criteria: ACWC provides services to inpatients at Bridgepoint Health and outpatient services to those in the community. Individuals must meet the following criteria:
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How to Refer: Inpatients: Please consult your doctor or care team for an internal referral. Outpatients: Complete the Ambulatory Services referral form and ACWC's Additional Applicant Information form. If referring for face-to-face communication services, please have the applicant complete a vocabulary inventory. Referral forms can be submitted by fax or mail. Contact Information: The Augmentative Communication and Writing Aids Clinic Bridgepoint Active Healthcare 14 St. Matthews Rd Toronto, Ontario M4M 2B5 Tel 416.461.8252 x2278 Fax 416.461.2089 |
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