The interpreter writes everything down in the persons own language. 

The interpreter gives a localised description based on their own knowledge and skills of the topic

The interpreter does not omit, add to or alter the sense or meaning of what the person has said

The interpreter checks in on the other person and fills in the gaps of what they already know

1 in 800

1 in 200

1 in 1000

1 in 500

Attending school, being able to read simple words, being able to speak single words

age, literacy requirement, level of language comprehension

Ability to read english, age, able to understand carers

Speak louder and slower to ensure they understand you better

Look at the person while they are communicating and listen patiently and attentively

Interrupt them if you anticipate what they were going to say to speed up the conversation

Look over their shoulder at what they are typing on their tablet to help work out what they are trying to say

Easily portable, fall proof, carers can use

Easily portable, dog proof, splash proof

Easily portable, easily recharged, visible in high sunlight

Alternative replaces speech, augmentative is used in conjunction with speech.

 Alternative supplements and supports speech, augmentative replaces speech.

Alternative includes sign language, augmentative includes facial expressions.