Augmentative &
Alternative Communication
AAC is used to help individuals who demonstrate difficulty using speech. People and diagnoses that can benefit from AAC include:
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Nonverbal or minimally verbal
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Cannot use voice to communicate
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Developmental Delay
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Apraxia and dyspraxie
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Cerebral Palsy
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Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Cognitive impairment
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Stroke
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Cancer
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Degenerative diseases such as Muscular Dystrophy
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
​High Tech Examples
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Use of an app such as an iPad or tablet​
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Use of speech generating devices such as a computer that uses voice
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Common Myths About ACC​
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My child will stop talking and will not develop language if we use AAC.
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​This is FALSE! Research shows that AAC can help develop verbal language and will continue to assist with the development of langue.
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My child has limited use of arms or legs so they can't use AAC
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AAC does not require the use of hands or feet. SLPs can help your child use a device with the most consistent and strongest area of the body which for some kids may be head control or eye gaze.
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Low Tech Examples
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Writing ​
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Drawing
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Spelling words by using letters
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Pointing to pictures​
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Reasons to not use ACC​
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The child doesn't understand language due to age (ie infants)
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The child is not interested or motivated to communicate.
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