We'd like to share seven simple tips that might make gatherings a little bit easier for you and the AAC communicator in your life....
When you have been using your voice for decades you can imagine the devestation when speaking aloud suddenly isn't a reliable option anymore. Loss of speech in adults can happen following a stroke, traumatic brain injury or even after onset of ALS or another illness. Sometimes there is a complete...
NOTE: This is a topic others have brought up before, but I think it's worth re-emphasizing. Happy AAC Awareness Month! This month is a great time to celebrate how life-changing Alternative and Augmentative Communication can be for so many people. There are lots of different apps and tools and strategies...
When we talk about augmentative communication we often focus on an AAC user and how they can express themselves. But communication is a two way street. While it's important for an AAC communicator to be able to speak, it is also important for the rest of us to engage in...
October is AAC Awareness Month -- a month to celebrate communication that happens even beyond the vocal chords (although we're HUGE fans of vocal chords). When speaking aloud is a struggle, AAC can step in to make communication happen. We love helping people be heard every single day. So, to...