Multimodal Communication

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

AAC offers a multimodal approach, allowing individuals to utilize a range of modes to communicate, including: Visual aids, gestures, writing, symbols, and electronic devices (i.e., communication tablets, computers, iPad, etc.).

AAC refers to the various devices, systems, strategies, and tools that support spoken language, enabling individuals with communication difficulties to express themselves effectively. These tools support people who struggle to convey their thoughts and ideas through verbal speech.

AAC tools facilitate communication for people who:
  • Have not developed verbal speech
  • Have lost their ability to speak due to illness or injury
  • Experience intermittent speech difficulties
  • Find alternative methods of communication more effective

By providing alternative means of expression, AAC enables individuals to convey their thoughts, needs, and ideas, promoting independence and confidence in communication.

Empowering Communication

Our certified speech-language pathologists are dedicated to finding, personalizing, and adapting the perfect AAC system for you or your loved one. 

We collaborate closely to select the ideal tools and provide comprehensive training for everyone involved. Remember, every individual's needs are unique, so finding the right AAC system is essential. Our goal is to empower you to seamlessly incorporate the device into your daily life – from school to home and beyond.

Through personalized training, we will not only help your family select a system, but we will also help modify and personalize the device along the way for you, as needs and skills change and grow. This is where the true power of communication shines through.

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If you have any questions about Augmentative and Alternative Communication, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to discuss how we can support your child's speech and language development.

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