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  • In tribute to Professor Stephen Hawking

    This is a section of a speech that was given to Ace Centre by Professor Stephen Hawking as his contribution to the National Year of Speech, Language and Communication – 2011. Communication disabilities take many forms: hearing disorders, speech impediments, cognitive disorders and physical disabilities.  Some people are born with a communication disability; others are…

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  • Welcome to our new KTP Associate

    We have teamed up with Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) to welcome our Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate to the team! Jack Tallant has been settling into our Oldham office and will be taking on the role of Business Systems Analyst to meet a core strategic need and to identify innovative solutions to help grow our…

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  • Communication Matters Roadshow Oldham Thurs 7th June 2018

    We are delighted to be hosting another Communication Matters Roadshow in our Hollinwood premises. This day is an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest AAC solutions from a wide range of suppliers.  Please click here for further information about this event and how to book a place.

  • Shining a light on communication

    All children and young people deserve the opportunity to develop good speech, language and communication skills. However, in the UK today, around one in ten children have long-term speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) that can impact directly on their ability to learn and make friends – that’s 1.4 million children overall. Pearson and The…

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  • Now FULL! PODD training for professionals, parents and carers

    We are delighted to announce that Rosie Clark, the UK based PODD trainer, will be delivering a 2 day introductory workshop to the PODD Communication System at ACE Centre (South).  This event will take place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th May 2017, and is open to professionals, parents and carers. The cost of the…

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  • NHS training sessions now available for professionals

    We offer a series of free monthly training events in the North West and Thames Valley & Wessex regions to support the use and implementation of Augmentative & Alternative Communication within the framework of the NHS Specialised AAC Service. These sessions are designed for existing and potential referrers to our NHS specialised AAC services and…

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