AAC assessment
Finding the right supports for real participation.
Assessment can explore communication strengths, access methods, supports already in place and the tools or systems that may be most helpful.
AAC speech pathology in North Sydney
AAC speech pathology in North Sydney
AAC support helps people communicate in the ways that work for them. Denielle provides mobile AAC speech pathology in North Sydney NSW 2060 and surrounding suburbs for children, young adults and adults with complex communication needs. Services can include AAC assessment, communication device trials and consultation, eye gaze and switch access support, visual communication aids, partner coaching and ongoing implementation support.
Eye gaze, access and PODD
Implementation that supports confidence and consistency.
Support may involve direct and indirect access, including eye gaze, switch access, PODD, LAMP-informed support, visual communication aids and Key Word Sign when helpful.
Communication supports
Resources and coaching for the whole communication team.
Communication support can include visual resources, partner training and practical tools that help the person use AAC more successfully.
AAC can support many different communicators.
- Early communicators and people using pre-linguistic communication
- People with autism, neurological conditions or genetic conditions
- Children, young adults and adults with complex communication needs
- Families, carers and teams who want practical partner coaching
Services can extend beyond the assessment itself.
- AAC assessment and follow-up therapy
- Communication device trials and consultation
- Direct and indirect access support, including eye gaze and switch access
- PODD, LAMP-informed support, Key Word Sign and visual communication aids
- Partner coaching for families, carers and support teams
- Reports and recommendations linked to therapy or NDIS goals
FAQ
Questions about AAC and eye gaze support.
What is AAC?
AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. It includes tools and strategies that support people to express themselves and participate more fully.
Do you support eye gaze AAC?
Yes. AAC support can include eye gaze access, alongside broader assessment, partner coaching and communication support planning.
Can AAC be funded through the NDIS?
NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients are welcome, and reports can help document recommendations where needed.
Next step
Ask about AAC support
If you are exploring AAC, you do not need to know all the answers yet.
A short enquiry about communication needs, current supports and goals is enough to begin planning the next step.
Service information reviewed by Denielle Plara, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist ยท August 2026.