Augmentative Alternative Communication

Development of tools and systems to allow those whose natural speech doesn't meet all of their communication needs and that facilitates their independent participation in social exchanges.

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Individualized therapy plan includes:

• Comprehensive evaluation of a person's nature communication abilities and needs

• Identification of assistive technologies, including speech generating devices, that can facilitate communication and participation​

• Community based therapy activities to promote use of AAC

• Communication partner training for supporting a person's use of AAC

• Attainment of insurance coverage for speech generating devices

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