Children who have significant difficulties communicating secondary to various syndromes, autism, or other diagnoses can sometimes go years without a reliable means of communication because it is often assumed that certain prerequisites are required for implementing high-tech, speech generating devices (SGD).
Without the ability to communicate effectively, children and caretakers can become frustrated.
There is a common myth that children need to be a specific age, cognitive level, or have experience with low tech picture communication prior to implementation of a SGD.
If your child is have difficulty communicating secondary to a formal diagnosis that indicates speech delays and traditional speech therapy is not helping, an AAC evaluation may be appropriate!
Our team of Speech Therapists can help families navigate whether AAC is appropriate, help to select an appropriate device, and support the child’s communication skills through use of AAC.