Welcome...
...to an exciting new online resource! The Center for AAC & Autism is dedicated to building awareness of the power of AAC to change the lives of children with autism and other developmental disabilities, who are challenged by limited spontaneous communication skills.
The Center for AAC & Autism believes that every child has the desire and the ability to communicate despite physical and neurological challenges. By providing specialized clinical training to health care professionals , teachers, and parents... empowering clients and families with education, resources, and information... and supporting clinical research, our aim is to give all children the ability to speak their mind and heart and become engaged in their world.
Come back often to learn, share, find hope, and enable communication success!
Monthly Achievements in AAC
Jimmy's Story
After years of frustration, family members, teachers and classmates are finally getting a glimpse inside the mind of 13-year-old Jim Caster. "He is able to ask for what he wants or what he needs or what he does not want," said his speech therapist, Heather Gray. "His personality and sense of humor are starting to come out. You can just see he is so much happier, and you can see who he is as person."
"Overall excellent presentation - extremely valuable and informative. Thank you!! I will recommend this training to my colleagues."
Robyn Hennessy, SLP
Coon Rapids, MN