ABSTRACT
The chapter begins with comment on ‘person-first language’ and ‘identity fir-t language’ when discussing people with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). The chapter goes on to offer speech and language therapy (SLT) service models, and a reminder of the elements that are required to ensure that a communication exchange can successfully occur. Consideration is given to how emotional well-being impacts on the communication exchange.
The three-tiered approach to supporting people with SLCN is recommended; and each tier is clearly exemplified with practical resources provided for use at each tier. Ideas are offered on how to obtain useful SLT data in time-pressured situations with minimal resources.
Overarching principles of co-production and trauma-informed care are outlined including advice for speech and language therapists on how to offer a trauma-informed service. Suggested tools and strategies are proposed to support effective clinical practice and rich case examples are provided.
