Environmental Controls and Computer Access
ACT will accept referrals for an environmental controls and/or computer access assessment subject to the following criteria:
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the patient has (or is expected to have) significant impairment of function in both upper limbs and
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the patient is unable (or is expected to become unable) to use standard controls and
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adaptation of the environment (to facilitate access to standard controls) would not be a complete solution.
AAC
ACT will accept referrals for AAC assessment subject to the following criteria:
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anyone with a communication impairment who cannot access or is not expected to access a standard keyboard layout within the next year.
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anyone with a communication impairment who can access a standard keyboard layout, but has an additional impairment, e.g. visual impairment, learning disability, etc.
Please note: referrals taken via the new telephone referral and enquiry line will be not accepted and processed until an appointment dates offered by ACT have been confirmed by the referrer.
If you are unsure whether you/a family member/your client/ would meet our criteria for a full assessment please call the ACT helpline 0121 472 0754 to discuss the person’s needs. We are able to offer a wide range of services including telephone and email support and consultation appointments.
