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AAC and the Digital Age
Alternative and Alternative Communication (AAC) refers to a set of tools, strategies, and technologies used to support individuals with...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Aug 1, 20233 min read
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AAC Etiquette
As with all communicators, we work to teach our AAC users the hows and whys of communicating. The etiquette of interactions is a real...

Melissa DeMoux
Jul 18, 20234 min read
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AAC in the Water
Summer is in full force! Summer not only means time off from school, but it also means water! Electronic AAC tools around water are at...

Hannah Foley, B.A.
Jul 11, 20235 min read
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Happy Fourth of July! AAC Activities Incorporating Fourth of July Celebrations
The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. It is...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Jul 4, 20232 min read
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Parent/Caregiver Coaching: What It Looks Like & Why You Should Use It
It takes a village, but it starts with YOU! Get the most out of therapy time with parent/caregiver coaching. Learn more about feeling...

Stephanie Lane, M.S. CCC-SLP
Jun 21, 20234 min read
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AAC in the Cloud 2023: The Power of One
Summer is upon us! Do you know what that means?! The AAC in the Cloud conference is quickly approaching! AAC in the Cloud will be on June...

Hannah Foley, B.A.
Jun 13, 20232 min read
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Aphasia Awareness Month
Aphasia Awareness Month is observed annually in June to raise awareness about aphasia, a language disorder that affects a person's...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Jun 7, 20234 min read
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Make a Splash of AAC Skill Growth This Summer
Summer is upon us! Life in this season often looks quite different than it does during the academic year. Vacations, relaxation,...

Hannah Foley, B.A.
May 30, 20234 min read
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ProSlateâ„¢ Series and AAC Apps: Highlighting CoughDrop
The ProSlateâ„¢ Series from Forbes AAC are iOS-based speech generating devices that can run almost any AAC app on the market using...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
May 23, 20233 min read
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May is ALS Awareness Month: An ALS Story from Rich Sommers
ALS is a progressive disease that affects nearly 5,000 people in the United States each year (CDC, 2022). Approximately 80-95% of...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
May 16, 20234 min read
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The Impact of Saving One’s Identity through Voice Preservation
“Hi Emily, A few months ago you asked me to email you about the voice the foundation funded for me. I wasn't done banking yet - and then...

Emily Kornman, MCD, CCC-SLP
May 9, 20235 min read
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Better Hearing and Speech Month 2023
Did you know? May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! Better Hearing and Speech Month is recognized by the American...

Hannah Foley, B.A.
May 2, 20233 min read
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April is Occupational Therapy Month!
Occupational Therapy Month is a month-long celebration that occurs every April in the United States, dedicated to raising awareness about...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Apr 25, 20232 min read
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Stories That Shape the World
The stories we tell can shape the world. They connect us, they transform us, they crack us open. Our story began back in 2010, but that’s...

Maria Aleandra and Jules
Apr 19, 20234 min read
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Safety and Communication for Individuals with Autism
April is World Autism Month! For individuals with autism, it is important to learn how to communicate with first responders and to learn...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Apr 12, 20234 min read
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Spring Into Transition Planning
Spring is a time of change. Change is uncomfortable, but it is a necessary and natural part of life. People tend to like to cling to what...

Hannah Foley, B.A.
Apr 4, 20234 min read
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Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month! Every April the world celebrates World Autism Month, beginning with the United Nations-sanctioned World...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Mar 28, 20232 min read
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Comparing and Contrasting AAC Software and Apps
Identifying which AAC app or software to trial or recommend can be overwhelming. With so many options available, how do we determine what...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Mar 21, 20235 min read
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March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
Did you know? March is Cerebral Palsy (CP) Awareness Month! Cerebral palsy is the most common childhood disability with over 17 million...

Katie Threlkeld, M.S., CCC-SLP
Mar 14, 20233 min read
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The Literacy Rainbow Leads to the Communication Competency Pot of Gold
Literacy is a topic that receives much attention in the AAC field. It is a known fact that educators fall short of fully developing the...

Hannah Foley, B.A.
Mar 1, 20236 min read
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