AAC Support

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) includes tools and strategies that support spoken language or provide another way to communicate.

AAC helps children communicate wants, ideas, questions, and feelings when speech is difficult, unclear, or still developing.

AAC can range from picture exchange systems and low-tech communication boards to high-tech AAC buttons and speech-generating devices.

Some systems provide one-word messages, some include speech output, and others are designed to help children combine words and build full sentences.

Next step: Start with an AAC planning consult to map out communication goals and supports.