Auditory Verbal UK
Auditory Verbal UK (AVUK) is a charity organization based in the United Kingdom that specializes in providing auditory verbal therapy to children with hearing loss. The organization aims to enable children who are deaf to listen and speak as their primary mode of communication.
History[edit | edit source]
Auditory Verbal UK was founded in 2003 by Jacqueline Stokes, a speech and language therapist, and Anita Grover, a parent of a child with hearing loss. The organization was established to address the need for specialized therapy that focuses on developing listening and spoken language skills in children with hearing impairments.
Mission and Objectives[edit | edit source]
The mission of Auditory Verbal UK is to support children with hearing loss in developing their listening and spoken language skills so they can achieve their full potential. The organization works towards:
- Providing high-quality auditory verbal therapy to children and their families.
- Training professionals in the auditory verbal approach.
- Raising awareness about the potential of children with hearing loss to develop spoken language.
- Advocating for the rights of children with hearing loss to access appropriate services and support.
Services[edit | edit source]
AVUK offers a range of services to support children with hearing loss and their families, including:
- Auditory Verbal Therapy: A family-centered approach that focuses on developing listening and spoken language skills through play-based activities.
- Parent Support: Providing guidance and resources to parents to help them support their child's language development.
- Professional Training: Offering training programs for professionals in the field of hearing loss and speech therapy to enhance their skills in auditory verbal therapy.
Impact[edit | edit source]
Auditory Verbal UK has made significant contributions to the field of hearing loss and language development. The organization has:
- Helped numerous children with hearing loss develop spoken language skills.
- Trained professionals across the UK and internationally in the auditory verbal approach.
- Raised awareness about the capabilities of children with hearing loss to communicate effectively through spoken language.
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