Day: July 13, 2025

AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) is a vital tool for individuals with communication challenges, offering a range of devices and strategies to support speech. There are several myths about AAC, such as the idea that it’s only for those with no speech, that it’s hard to use, or that it prevents speech development. In reality, AAC is for people with varying speech abilities and can actually encourage speech by reducing frustration and boosting confidence. For example, a child with apraxia may start with a picture exchange system, then progress to a speech-generating device as they improve.  It’s also highly adaptable, with many intuitive systems that users can learn with support. Success stories show how AAC empowers individuals, helping them communicate

Digital Resources to Utilize with AAC Clients Information Collected from CEU #9574: Tele-AAC with Adults with Developmental Disabilities by Becca Eisenberg MS, CCC-SLP Free Non-Digital Resources to Use with AAC Clients: Use pictures from your client’s weekend and/or extracurricular activities to initiate a structured conversation Create a Pictello story with your client Listen to your client’s favorite music by asking client to request and/or comment on his/her’s favorite song Use topic board with picture icons to create structured conversations with your client Participate in role play scenarios with your client (ordering food from restaurant, trick-or-treating, etc.) Complete puzzles with your client Participate in cooking, hygiene-related, and holiday activities with your client Digital Resources to Use with AAC Clients: Cognishine: A