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By cassandra.calia | December 2, 2023

AAC Community is an effort to unite all individuals concerned with communication rights for Pennsylvanians with intellectual disability, autism, movement difficulties and other disabilities that create complex communication needs. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is any form of communication other than spoken/oral…

Fall Core Vocabulary

By Kathryn Helland | October 4, 2023 | 0 Comments

A great thing about core vocabulary: High-frequency words don’t change with the season. Fall is here and it is getting colder outside. Beach days are done, and we can look forward to pumpkins and apple cider. Many of us are starting…

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What’s the Tea on Slang and AAC?

By Hali Strickler | August 30, 2023 | 0 Comments

Hey Bestie! Language is constantly changing. New words are added to official dictionaries every year. And many of these words are considered slang. A quick internet search will show that words like “bae” and “yolo” have been added to many…

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ACES 2023

By Hali Strickler | November 9, 2022

July 16 – July 28, 2023 After too long, we are excited to announce that ACES will be in person at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA.

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Spring 2022 App Sales

By TechOWL | March 31, 2022 | 4 Comments

Many AAC companies put their apps on sale for half price for some time in April. April is Autism Acceptance Month. It is a great time to save money and get communication into the hands of someone who needs it.…

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AAC in Nursing Facilities: Is it Covered?

By Kathryn Helland | January 10, 2022 | 0 Comments

Speech therapists (SLPs) have questions about coverage for augmentative and alternative communication devices in nursing homes. There is a lot of confusion about who covers what and where it is covered. Let’s dive in. How Do We Define Nursing Facilities? These types of facilities may…

Winter Core Vocabulary

By Hali Strickler | December 21, 2021 | 0 Comments

Sleigh using core vocabulary this holiday and winter season! Core vocabulary makes up a lot of what we say. These words are flexible meaning that they can be used across many activities and conversations. With winter holidays, school breaks, a…

Supporting Artists with Disabilities

By Kathryn Helland | December 13, 2021 | 0 Comments

Consider buying gifts from artists who use AAC. Many of us are doing our holiday shopping last minute. It might be a good year to skip the big box stores and use our spending to make a difference. There are…

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Featured Speakers at ACES December 9 & 16, 2021

By Hali Strickler | December 8, 2021 | 0 Comments

Join us on December 9 & 16 at 2:00 PM EST! Augmentative Communication Empowerment & Supports (ACES) is pleased to share Donnie TC Denome and Cole Sorensen as guest speakers presenting on “Good Communication, Good Relationships, Good Sex: Communication Tips…

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AAC Users and Thanksgiving

By Kathryn Helland | November 15, 2021 | 0 Comments

Centering Communication Let’s talk about some ways we can support AAC users during the holidays. November is a time when we think about gratitude. As society reopens, we can… …be grateful for the chance to see family and friends. …be…

Mission

Fall Core Vocabulary

What’s the Tea on Slang and AAC?

ACES 2023

Spring 2022 App Sales

AAC in Nursing Facilities: Is it Covered?

Winter Core Vocabulary

Supporting Artists with Disabilities

Featured Speakers at ACES December 9 & 16, 2021

AAC Users and Thanksgiving

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