Initial Evaluations and Coaching Sessions

At your first appointment, an initial evaluation with the individual will be conducted using informal observations, inventories and actual practice using the strategy of Supported Typing.  We can determine the beginning level of support needed to access categories on the Language Ladder, the number of items on a choice board, the size and angle of the display, in addition to establishing a practice schedule until the next appointment.  The strategy of Supported Typing will be explained to communication partners, and you can expect to leave your first appointment knowing how to support the individual using Supported Typing for communication purposes.  Coaching on best practice in Supported Typing will also be covered.

Again, the strategy of Supported Typing and the ability to type independently, or with a slight touch to the shoulder or upper back, directly relates to the amount of practice that occurs.  With this in mind, we suggest scheduling bi-monthly or monthly Coaching Sessions to keep individuals and their communication partners moving up the Language Ladder, fading supports, and achieving open-ended conversations as quickly as possible.  Contact us now for an appointment.

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