Scope publications: communication
Scope publications are also available in other formats on request from publications@scope.org.uk or by calling 01908 321049. Publications are free of charge unless otherwise stated. If you are able to pay something towards the cost of producing our publications, please donate online whatever you can afford.
Books and reports
No Voice, No Choice is a campaign to ensure that all those who need Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) get the equipment and support they need. A variety of publications are available to download
Early communication for children with complex needs
information for childminders (pdf, 167k)
Supporting communication through AAC (Alternative and Augmentative Communication)
This package contains 12 modules. It aims to help parents, teachers and
professionals to support individuals who may benefit from using AAC. Go to our Early Years AAC page to find out more about the modules available to download.
A Lot to Say
By Jenny Morris
A guide for social workers, personal advisors and other working with disabled children and young people with communication impairments.
2002. 60 pages. ISBN: 094682842360
Online only.
The Good Practice Guide for support workers and personal assistants working with disabled people with communication impairments
A good practice guide written by disabled people using Scope services in Essex, in partnership with consultants from the Essex Coalition of Disabled People.
2002. 32 pages. ISBN: 0946828474
Speak for Yourself
By James Ford
Disabled people identify good and bad experiences they have had in obtaining and using communications aids.
2000. 40 pages. ISBN: 094682861X
£3.30 to individuals/£12.75 to organisations
Fighting Hard
Parents' experience of accessing communication support for their child.
Leaflets and booklets
Communication Passport
How to create and produce a Communication Passport for children. It contains personal information about the child's needs, such as their medical condition, likes and dislikes. The passport is owned by the child and helps new people understand a child's personal needs.
Note: all downloads under 100k. Right click to save.
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