The TalkLink team are specialists in the area of Communication Assistive Technology / Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). AAC tools and strategies are used to supplement or replace speech or writing for those with impairments in the production or comprehension of spoken or written language.
The TalkLink Trust has contracts with Whaikaha and ACC, which allows TalkLink to offer free services to eligible clients.
TalkLink is the primary provider of assistive technology for communication, ATANZ is the body which supports, and monitors all assistive technology providers. ATANZ does not provide assistive technology assessments.