AAC Basics

Learn fundamental principles of implementing AAC with your patients and clients. This series of guides covers topics like understanding the benefits of AAC, identifying device candidates, creating patient centered goals, and other best practices. Click on any of the tiles below to get started.

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Does AAC prevent speech?

Discover the truth behind the myth that AAC prevents speech. Learn how AAC supports speech recovery and development for people of all ages and conditions. Read more
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What is AAC eBook

Discover how AAC helps people of all ages reconnect with loved ones, express themselves, and regain independence. Download the free What Is AAC? eBook and start learning how it works. Download now
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Emergency Prep: Living with a Communication Challenge Webinar

Learn how to prepare, plan, and communicate effectively during emergencies using Lingraphica AAC tools and strategies. Learn more
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3 real-life examples of visual scene displays in AAC

Visual scene displays with AAC make conversations easier. Read more
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Everyday Examples of AAC Use

Explore real-life, everyday ways people use AAC to express themselves, stay connected, and live fully. Learn more
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Tips & resources for traveling with a communication challenge

Explore practical travel tips, tools, and AAC strategies to help you prepare, stay connected, and feel confident wherever your journey takes you. Learn more
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How Lingraphica supports the Parkinson’s community

Get an inside look at Join In Parkinson’s, live online meetups led by speech-language pathologists and Parkinson’s experts. Learn more
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Living with Aphasia: Rebuilding Communication and Identity

Caregivers and SLPs gain valuable insight into how to support the emotional and communication journey of people living with aphasia. Learn more
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Stroke and The Brain: What to Expect After Diagnosis

In honor of Stroke Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, we hosted a free webinar designed specifically for stroke survivors and the care partners who support them. Learn more
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Autism 101: Breaking Myths and Building Awareness

In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, we invited parents and caregivers to a webinar designed to help you better understand and support your autistic loved one. Learn more
Using an AAC device for speech therapy Articles 5 min read

Your guide to using AAC in therapy

Using an AAC device and working on traditional therapy can be simultaneous goals. In fact, an AAC device can be part of a therapy program. Read more
Photo of man and woman talking and holding a mobile phone. Webinars 60 minutes

Brain Health and Communication: Keeping Your Mind Active Webinar Recording

Gain insights into brain function, tips for stimulating mental activity, and strategies to enhance communication abilities. Learn more
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Communication Strategies to Build Relationships and Express Feelings

Explore strategies to help you build relationships, express feelings, and confidently participate in casual conversations. Learn more
Photo of a smiling couple using a TouchTalk device at home on their couch. Webinars 60 minutes

How To Reconnect and Build Confidence in Communication

Learn strategies to reduce stress and improve your communication in social settings and create meaningful connections. Learn more
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Communication Tips for the Holidays

Identify real-life scenarios covering diverse holiday traditions and demonstrate practical communication solutions. Learn more
Photo of a senior woman and granddaughter waving at laptop. Webinars 60 minutes

Caregiver Support: Strategies for Navigating Communication Breakdowns

Discover how to empower caregivers with tools and strategies to handle communication breakdowns effectively. Learn more
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How to Set and Achieve Communication Goals

Helping individuals with communication challenges and their caregivers explore how to set and achieve meaningful communication goals Learn more
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Ask an SLP

A webinar designed to educate individuals about the vital role that Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) play in your communication journey. Learn more
Man using a TouchTalk™ Plus AAC device with his spouse. Webinars 60 minutes

All About AAC: Communication, Expression, Independence

Discover practical AAC tips to use at home, in the community, and in therapy to improve communication. Learn more
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Simple & Effective Communication Strategies

Learn strategies to reduce stress when communicating in everyday life, leveraging both low-tech and high-tech AAC, to improve communication. Learn more
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Finding Your Voice: Navigating Aphasia Together

Learn to understand the nature of aphasia, including its causes, symptoms, and potential impact on communication abilities. Learn more
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AAC by Setting

Although each setting can have its own challenges, incorporating AAC at any stage in the continuum of care comes with benefits. Learn more. Read more
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AAC Trial Success Criteria

The key thing to keep in mind about AAC device success the potential and aptitude for increased communication; not mastery or perfection. Read more
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Involving Communication Partners in AAC

Involving a family member or other communication partner in AAC device training is one of the biggest factors that increases success. Read more
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AAC Device Home Practice

Sending home specific AAC assignments motivates your patient and their family to use it regularly. Here are some ideas to get them engaged. Read more
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How To Introduce an AAC Device

Here are five ideas for introducing an AAC device to your patient and their loved one at the next session. Read more
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Where to Begin With AAC Device Customization

Personalizing the AAC device to be more meaningful and relevant to the user is one of the most important things you can do in a device trial. Read more
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How to Set AAC Goals

The goals that you and your client decide on will be unique. Here are some steps to take when deciding what AAC goals to establish Read more
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Debunking AAC Myths

Deciding who is a good candidate for AAC can feel difficult because of several pervasive myths. Here's the truth about AAC device candidates. Read more