May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month – a month to celebrate individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and the teams who support them. Rock on with AAC this month and beyond!
Anthony Arnold presents “Making My Voice Heard! Sharing My Own Experiences as an AAC User” on Tuesday, May 14 at 7:00 p.m., ET. Anthony received his first communication board in preschool. It had just six symbols. Throughout his life, he increased his exposure to symbols and other communication languages to become a rock-star communicator. Anthony recently presented at the ATiA national conference, and he looks forward to sharing his story with you. Register for this free session on AAC Learning Journey.
I love those connections that make this big old world feel like a little village. -Gina Bellman
This month, you’re encouraged to connect with other AAC communicators. Consider reaching out to our rock-star ambassadors to say hello and ask about their experience. Or perhaps this is your season to connect with an organization like ISAAC, the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. They have chapters in 17 countries or regions around the world with opportunities to meet people who use AAC, their families, and support teams.
Keep your AAC solution in rock-star condition for the best in communication! Devices in frequent use will need a little TLC from time to time. Follow these tips to use your voice at your highest level. And remember, all new devices are covered by our industry-leading High Five Warranty. Reach out to the PRC-Saltillo service team at any time during the five-year period for this benefit so you can keep rocking with AAC.
Experience AAC Custom Coaching for you and your selected team of up to five people. Based on your family’s unique needs, interests, and schedule, the six-to-eight-week series includes live coaching sessions, action plans to practice with your AAC communicator, and self-paced, eLearning courses. Complete this form and an AAC coach will follow up with you.
AAC emulation software is available to you at no cost so you can mirror your loved one’s AAC solution. Use this software on your computer to rock on with AAC:
The two-week app sale in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month and National Speech-Language-Hearing Month continues through Tuesday, May 7. It’s an awesome time to purchase TouchChat®, LAMP Words for Life®, and Dialogue® AAC as all three apps are now available on your iPhone®, iPad®, and Mac Computer.
AAC and assistive technology set the stage for voices around the world. It’s truly remarkable what you and AAC can do together! Just for fun, check your communication partner level of awesomeness on our AAC rock star quiz.
Looking for other ways to rock on with AAC this summer? Check out this list!