BoV supports speech-language department

Bank of Valletta is helping the Speech-Language Department set up an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) clinic through the purchase of specialised devices.

The aim of the department is to obtain a broad selection of devices that cater for a wide variety of needs, as well as to provide training for users, their families and other communication partners.

AAC refers to those methods of communication that reinforce residual communication abilities and provide users with alternative means of communication when speech is not an efficient mode of communication.

Karl Spiteri, marketing manager at BoV, presented a range of AAC devices to department manager Rita Micallef.

"The bank maintains a strong social presence through its extensive community programme and recognises that its role within society goes beyond the provision of pure financial services. By regularly supporting initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of people with special requirements, the bank makes a tangible contribution towards the communities it serves," Mr Spiteri said.

Thanking the bank for its support, Dr Micallef said the department would continue to improve its service. This is an encouraging first step towards taking the clinic from strength to strength.