When a child presses buttons over and over on their AAC device, it’s often labeled as “AAC stimming.” But what you’re really seeing is learning in progress. This is how AAC users: • explore their voice • learn where words are • understand cause & effect • build motor planning • gain confidence communicating Spoken-language learners babble with sounds. AAC users babble with buttons. We don’t silence babies for babbling — and we shouldn’t silence AAC users either. If you want to feel confident kno

When teachers and staff don’t know how to use your child’s AAC device—or aren’t using it correctly—it directly impacts communication and access. What can parents do to make sure the team is properly trained and accountable? Here's what you need to know. #SpecialEducationBoss #AACSupport #CommunicationAccess #IEPRights #AssistiveTechnology #FAPE #SpecialEdTraining #ParentAdvocacy #InclusiveEducation | Special Education Boss

October is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Awareness Month! 🗣️ AAC is a set of tools or strategies that people use to communicate more effectively, including facial expressions, gestures, sign language, picture boards, and high-tech speech generating devices or tablets. Check out our AAC teams' vibes and be sure to watch to the end to see how one of our patients uses his AAC device to communicate with his family. #AACaware24 #AAC #AACMonth #AACAwarenessMonth #SLP | Children's H