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Augmentative and Alternative Communication Volume 24, 2008 - Issue 3
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Original Article

An AAC Personnel Framework: Adults with Acquired Complex Communication Needs

David R. Beukelman University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Munroe-Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha; Institute for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, NebraskaUSACorrespondence[email protected]
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Laura J. Ball Munroe-Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha
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Susan Fager Institute for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, NebraskaUSA
Pages 255-267 | Published online: 12 Jul 2009
 
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Abstract

A personnel framework designed to support people who rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) because of acquired medical conditions and those who assist them is described. The roles of AAC finders, general practice clinicians, AAC intervention specialists, AAC facilitators, and AAC experts are summarized. These roles are described in detail for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, brainstem impairment, and severe chronic aphasia. The personnel preparation needs for each of these support personnel groups are identified.

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