For the past year, we’ve had the distinct honor of holding a General Services Administration (GSA) contract. This partnership helps give a voice to those who have sacrificed so much for our free...
In an attempt to secure funding for an SGD, an SLP may be met with a deferral or denial from a funding source, where the information provided somehow did not meet the requirements of the funding sourc...
If you've just purchased one of PRC-Saltillo’s AAC apps, here are some classes to help you get started! Register for the following courses (and many more!) through AAC Learning Journey. Set up...
Save Big on iPad®-Compatible VersaWraps™! 33% OFF December 9-13 only on Amazon! Purchase yours during the Holiday Sale taking place Monday, December 9 through Friday, December 13, 2024. If ...
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology are life changing for individuals who are non-speaking. A professional is often a major factor in matching them with their bes...
Before setting out to write a report for a speech generating device (SGD) for your client, you must identify the funding source or sources that your client is eligible for, as well as the correspondin...
Getting Started with Mounts for AAC There’s not a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to mounts (see #1 below), but we’ve compiled some general information and terminology that can h...
It’s time to upgrade your Chat Software to version 2.47 and access new features and vocabulary! Your overall communication experience improves with regular updates. Here’s how to make them...
Stay in the know with your favorite PRC-Saltillo AAC iOS Apps. Tutorials, support videos, and technology features can now be found on one YouTube Channel. Explore the ever-growing list of resources fo...
NovaChat® speech-generating devices originated on the Saltillo side of our organization to be your lightweight device for active communicators. NovaChat boasts a mix of comfort and durability whil...
PRC-Saltillo aspires to provide exceptional service and quality products. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce two new industry-leading warranty programs, the High Five Warranty and ...
AAC Coaching Corner is expanding again! Become a better communication partner for your loved one with AAC Custom Coaching. Your personalized session is packed with fun engagement through a combination...
Have you heard the news? Head tracking is now available for the LAMP Words for Life® iOS app! The head tracking access method began with app version 2.44 which was released in August 2023. Head T...
Establishing the medical necessity of an SGD for your client is the primary goal of your SGD evaluation report and it can be a daunting task. What are medically based funding sources looking for in SG...
The latest version of Empower® software brings new features and vocabulary updates. Update your device to Empower 1.26 today! How to Update Your Accent Device To update, plug your Accent® de...
Update the software on your Accent® device for minor features, maintenance, and bug fixes to keep you communicating at your best. Your device can be updated through Wi-Fi again, or you can downloa...
One of the newest AAC Learning Journey eLearning courses, The Descriptive Teaching Method, features a knowledgeable and highly respected instructor. Gail M. Van Tatenhove, P.A., M.S., CCC/SLP has been...
Back-to-school season is here. It’s time to get ready to learn! Learning readiness is one of the principles of the Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP)™ approach. It applies...
Is your client considering upgrading to a new device? Here are some questions you can ask and considerations to be made when making a request for a new device: Before considering replacement: Has ...
Consideration of alternatives: As part of an SGD evaluation, the SLP must discuss other device alternatives that could be used to treat the client’s condition. Consideration of alternatives, fir...
Update your Chat Software to version 2.45 and access new features and vocabulary! Let’s go! To update your NovaChat® device, start by connecting to WiFi. Then go to Menu > Help > Check...
Computer Controls Available with the New InputStick Check out the new device accessory that empowers NovaChat communicators with computer controls! Purchase your InputStick, a wireless USB receiver a...
It’s here…from trial to purchase, experience the all-new AACfunding.com for a seamless, step-by-step process to request a speech-generating device from health insurance! Collect the ...
The 42nd Annual Closing The Gap Conference returns in October! We hope to see you in Minneapolis for networking and idea exchanging on October 22-24! This favorite conference has a new location for 20...
Closing The Gap 2023 returns next month! We hope to see you in Minneapolis October 11-13! PRC-Saltillo is proud to sponsor this three-day conference that helps transform learning with assistive techno...
Designed for active, on-the-go communicators, the NovaChat 10's generously sized screen is perfect for users with vision challenges and access needs. This popular, lightweight speech-generating device...
This week, PRC-Saltillo released version 2.41 updates to our three AAC iOS Apps: TouchChat®, LAMP Words for Life®, and Dialogue® AAC. Included in the 2.41 release are new app features, bug...
Check out the latest improvements to TouchChat®, LAMP Words for Life®, and Dialogue® AAC when you update your iOS apps to version 2.43. Additional head tracking options for To...
Software updates give you the best communication experience on your NovaChat®. The newest update, Chat Software 2025.2, includes a brand-new vocabulary file and default features to make communicat...
Chat Software 2.52 brings access to new features and vocabulary! Please be aware of prompts that require your attention during the update. Just for update 2.52: Pick a 15-minute window of time when ...
Keeping up with software updates gives you the best communication experience on your NovaChat®. Chat Software 2.51 includes vocabulary updates for WordPower® and MultiChat 15. Check out what&r...
It’s time to upgrade your Chat Software to version 2.50 and access new features and vocabulary within WordPower®! Your overall communication experience improves with regular updates too. Her...
Hey, NovaChat® Community! We’ve got a software update for you, especially if you frequently use WordPower® 60 Basic. Please update to version 2.49.1 to enjoy the full functionality of th...
It’s time to upgrade your Chat Software to version 2.48 and access new WordPower® vocabulary! Your overall communication experience improves with regular updates. Here’s how to make th...
We love words! We love books! Reading too! They help everyone develop language, literacy, and communication skills. March is National Reading Month and you’re invited to participate in activitie...
faites défiler vers le bas pour le français canadien When you can’t speak, life can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be that way! Experience the life-changin...
If you’re looking for something good in the world, consider the Prentke AAC Distinguished Lecture – a legacy tribute to an altruistic couple that also honors a person who reflects the joy ...
Borrow a Via Nano in the AAC Trial Device Program Experience the power of AAC in the palm of your hand! The brand-new six-inch Via® Nano joins PRC-Saltillo’s Trial Device Program! Take this...
Start the school year off right by training and flexing your AAC muscles with PRC-Saltillo’s AAC Learning Journey, one streamlined platform featuring a winning array of resources including e-lea...
Make Practice Time Fun with Your AAC Learner Score points with the AAC learners in your life with implementation ideas that make practicing with speech-generating devices fun and engaging! Our fan fa...
April is Autism Acceptance Month and is a celebration and movement to promote inclusion and connection for people with autism. Autism is experienced differently by each person and supporting their goa...
Have you heard about the new InputStick computer controls accessory for NovaChat® devices? You’re in tough competition to be as excited about the value this new feature will bring to AAC com...
Are you ready for ATIA 2025? We’re excited to see you in sunny Orlando January 30 to February 1 for the annual Assistive Technology Industry Association conference known as the leading community...
We hope to see you at the Seattle Convention Center December 5-7 for ASHA 2024—the premier conference for speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists...
The next-generation Xtreme™ Cases are now available for Accent® 800-40 and Accent 1000-40 devices! With an updated design, material, and texture, the Xtreme Case offers an extra layer of pro...
There isn’t one set way for an AAC communication partner to be a rock star. Each learner is unique and so is each AAC team member. Here are six ways to show off your rock-star attitude with AAC ...
It’s time to update your iOS AAC apps to version 2.48 so you can experience all that’s new with TouchChat®, LAMP Words for Life®, and Dialogue® AAC! To improve the quality of y...
Hey, TouchChat Community! We’ve got a software update for you. Please update to version 2.47.1 to enjoy the full functionality of our recent software release. Don’t miss out on the best of...