Speech Generating Communication Devices (SGCD)
To help Albertans with severe communication disabilities purchase SGCDs, government has implemented a pilot project to provide funding. SGCDs help people to live more independently and participate in their communities. Through this pilot project, eligible Albertans qualify for assistance for mid-tech and high-tech devices.
Types of devices covered by AADL:
- High-tech communication devices (includes static or dynamic based devices using synthesized speech, with various language formulation options).
- Mid-tech communication devices (includes static or dynamic devices using digitized speech, based on a minimum of 10 pre-recorded messages).
- Computer or lap-top based systems are not covered.
Eligibility:
To be considered for funding assistance, Albertans with severe communication impairments must be assessed at a recognized AADL assessment site.
Impairments may be due to chronic conditions such as cerebral palsy, an acquired condition such as a stroke or brain injury, or disease such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Applicants must be able to care for a SGCD or have caregiver who will take responsibility for the SGCD. Use of the SGCD must be incorporated into an intervention plan stating the functional communication goals and outcomes to be achieved.
Manager,
Hearing and Augmentative Communication Program
Alberta Aids to Daily Living
780-422-6567 (Edmonton)
To call toll-free within Alberta: dial 310-0000 and then 780-422-6567
AADL.SGCD@gov.ab.ca
