Carers Information Pack - Speech and language difficulties

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AFASIC – UNLOCKING SPEECH & LANGUAGE Aims to increase awareness and recognition of communication impairments, leading to early assessment and diagnosis, and better educational provision, employment and training prospects.  Offers advice, information, support, seminars/workshops, self help groups and a newsletter. www.afasic.org.uk

 SPEAKABILITY (ACTION FOR DYSPHASIC ADULTS)For people with dysphasia and carers of people with communication difficulties following a stroke, head injury or brain tumour.  Local group meets on the last Wednesday of each month at United Reformed Church Hall, Shaftesbury Avenue, Goring.  www.speakability.org.uk

 SPEECH AND LANGUAGE SERVICE This is a comprehensive service for children and adults who may be experiencing communication and/or swallowing problems.  Therapists work in a wide range of locations and offer diagnosis, assessment, treatment and advice.  Referrals can be made via your GP practice or you can contact the service direct. 

This page was last updated 20/04/2012