Our Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Information Days are an opportunity to see the latest product demonstrations by our Commercial Members.
What to expect on the day
Our AAC Information Days are events where you can get up-to-date information on the range of AAC products available in the UK.
Our Commercial Members are among the UK’s leading suppliers of communication aids, equipment, software and symbol systems. Over the course of one of our AAC Information Days, a number of suppliers lead presentations. During the exhibition period you have the opportunity to get hands-on and try out the equipment for yourself.
These events are open to AAC users (16+), parents, carers and professionals.
They run for a full day from 9am to 3.30pm and are FREE to attend. A typical AAC Information Day looks something like this, with suppliers presenting parallel presentations throughout the day so that you are free to choose which sessions you want to attend:
| 9.00-9.25 | Registration |
|---|---|
| 9.30-10.15 | Introduction from Communication Matters, the local service & suppliers |
| 10.20-11.00 | Session 1 |
| 11.05-11.45 | Session 2 |
| 11.45-12.00 | Tea/coffee |
| 12.00-12.40 | Session 3 |
| 12.45-1.15 | Exhibition |
| 1.15-2.00 | Lunch |
| 2.05-2.45 | Session 4 |
| 2.50-3.30 | Session 5 |
Who benefits from attending?
- AAC users, parents, carers and professionals new to the field of AAC
- Professionals specialising in AAC who want to update their knowledge on fast-changing technology and contribute to their Continuing Professional Development
- People who work with children or adults with severe speech, language or communication difficulties
- Everyone with an interest in communication technology
Hosting an AAC Information Day near you?
Get in touch with us to find out more about what hosting entails and how we can help you host an event in your area.
Events Policies
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Discover AAC suppliers
The following suppliers are supporters of Communication Matters as members and/or exhibitors at our Information Days, Study Days and Conferences.
You may contact them for demonstrations, supply or customisation of communication aids. Some offer trials or loans of equipment. They also deliver training and support on using AAC and assistive technology devices.
Abilia Ltd
Abilia Ltd
Abilia contributes to a sustainable and inclusive society where people with special needs feel safe, independent and get a chance to participate. Our assistive technology and medical devices allow people to create structure in their daily lives, communicate with people around them, control their home environment or call for assistance. Alarm solutionsCognition solutionsCommunication solutionsEnvironmental control solutionsSocial interaction solutions
Acapela Group
Acapela Group
Acapela creates personalized AI voices for any service, app, or device that need to speak. VoicesApplicationsSDK for developersVoice creationOff the shelf
CandLE
CandLE
CandLE supports students with disabilities to reach their full learning and communication potential. We specialise in teaching and supporting students who use AAC and assistive technology. AAC assessments Educational Support CandLE CoursesResource Development and Assistive Technology ServicesTraining Services
Inclusive Technology
Inclusive Technology
Inclusive Technology products support communication, learning, access and independence. From switches and sensory tools to educational software, communication aids and eye gaze devices. We provide all the help teachers and trainers need to choose the right technology for your learners – and to support AAC users in using it to learn, communicate and play. Comprehensive AAC accessories and products Software for Communication, Cause & Effect, Choice Making, Curriculum, Dyslexia Eye Gaze, Keyboard Skills, , Life Skils, Switch Skills and Touch Screen iPad Educational Bundles HelpKidzLearn Online Services
Jabbla
Jabbla
At Jabbla, we are committed to providing solutions for those who cannot express themselves, or who have difficulty expressing themselves. We specialise in augmentative tools in the field of speech technology and always make the needs of our users our starting point. With our tools, we want to forge a bridge between the users and their environment. Software: Mind Express, Sprintplus Vocabularies Communication Devices Support and Training
Liberator UK
Liberator
At Liberator, we aim to enable individuals with speech and language impairments to successfully communicate and interact in their environment. We provide products and services that promote success for individuals who use AAC, their families and their support teams.. Communication aids Eye gaze systems & software Computer access Learning & inclusion aids Switches
Mounts and More
Mounts and More
Mounts and More supplies and fits the Daessy Mounting System. They are the main distributor of Daessy for the UK and Europe and have in-house manufacturing capabilities for custom items. Wheelchair mounts Floor stands Desk mounts Components Device adaptors
Possum
Possum
We support children and adults with communication, eating, drinking and/or swallowing difficulties, and who require physical therapy, equipment and other support. Therapy Professional Training Equipment Loan Wheelchair Weighing Expert Witness SMILE Project
SensePilot
SensePilot
Control your mouse hands-free with head tracking and facial expressions using only your webcam
Smartbox
Smartbox Assistive Technology
We create assistive technology for disabled people who experience difficulty with speech, to communicate and live more independently. Communication aids Eye gaze systems & software Computer access Learning & inclusion aids Switches
Smile Smart Technology
Smile Smart Technology
Smile Smart Technology is a family-run enterprise dedicated to providing solutions for personal independence through Assistive Technology. We innovate and manufacture from our UK workshops and reinvest the majority of our profits towards sustaining and improving our social mission of supporting children and adults with disabilities. Drive Deck Rehadapt Power chairs Softytops, Switches & Controls Assessments Mount-Fitting Servicing & Training
Talking Mats
Talking Mats
Talking Mats is a social enterprise whose vision is to improve the lives of people with communication difficulties by increasing their capacity to think about and communicate effectively about things that matter to them.Our innovative, award-winning communication tool is based on extensive research and was designed by Speech and Language Therapists. Digital app and analog: A Talking Mat is a visual communication framework which supports people with communication difficulties to express their feelings and views. Training; Foundation, Organisational, Licensed and Advanced
Therapy Box
Therapy Box
Predictable - a multi-lingual, text-to-speech app, with smart word prediction, designed for people who have difficulty speaking. Scene & Heard Pro - take photos and attach hotspots to create visual scene displays. Use images of your home, school or community for context-supported communication. VocaQuest - a library of games and resources for busy SLPs with plan and track progress using 5000 digital speech and language interactive activities. Colourful Semantics App - Quick and easy resources to practise Colourful Semantics in 6 different ways.
Tobii Dynavox
Tobii Dynavox
Tobii Dynavox is a global, full-service provider of groundbreaking communication solutions for people with disabilities. Our solutions are purpose-built for AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) yet designed to be customised. This makes it possible for clinicians to set goals for their clients and adapt our assistive communication solutions to meet their changing needs over time. Devices Apps & Software Accessories Accessible Games Low Tech AAC
Widgit Software
Widgit Software
Widgit, is a software company with a passion for symbols-based communication. Widgit's goal is to empower individuals to express themselves independently through symbols, aiding comprehension and understanding across any environment. Software Inprint4 Widgit Online Widgit Apps
Communication Matters cannot recommend any individual supplier as everyone’s needs are different. The suppliers listed below have agreed to comply with our Code of Conduct for Suppliers.
The Code of Conduct is not a legal document but sets the standard for good commercial practice by our CM Organisational, ISAAC Corporate and ISAAC Institutional members. Customers are entitled to expect the same standard of professional integrity from suppliers who are not currently members of Communication Matters.
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA)
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) represents businesses and people who make or sell healthcare and assistive technology products that help people live more independently.
Members are organised by “sectors” that cover the range or products they make and/or supply, such as wheelchairs, stairlifts, prosthetics etc. One of these sectors is AAC and several suppliers, who are members of Communication Matters, are also members of the BHTA.
The BHTA Code of Practice is the only one in the healthcare sector overseen by the Trading Standards Institute (TSI). It is binding on the member companies. All BHTA members sign up to the Code, demonstrating their commitment to high levels of customer care that go above and beyond their legal obligations, leading to customer confidence.
BHTA Code of Practice
The BHTA operates an independent complaints procedure. Customers who buy from a BHTA member and have a problem that cannot be resolved directly with the supplier can contact the BHTA who will act as arbitrator.
The BHTA website (www.bhta.net) has a member list so you can check if an AAC supplier is a member or not. A supplier’s own website may also indicate membership of the BHTA.
