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Promoting the Facts about the Purpose of AAC

AAC is not just for wants and needs any more than speaking is. Yet too often professionals begin AAC intervention focusing on wants and needs. Communication is much more than requests. We have just begun developing these pages about the purposes of AAC and we hope these stories will broaden your view of communication.

Using AAC for Recreation

Whether it is choosing a good book to read, participating in an art class as an adult or singing Karaoke at a bar, communication is necessary for recreation.

Using AAC for Employment

Communication is essential for working. Follow this link to see people working as researchers and teachers using AAC.

Using AAC for Humor

Who doesn't like a good joke? Check out these children and adults using humor to connect with people around them.

Using AAC for Creative Writing

Creative writing is communication, by definition. Here are some beautiful and thought-provoking words by people who rely on AAC.

Using AAC for Education

We all know that AAC for used for educational purposes, but we tend to concentrate too much on answering questions by teachers. Follow this link to see some individuals who are participating in school through alternative communication.

Using AAC for Advocacy

Lobbying is communication par excellence! Check out these leaders and activists as they make a difference for individuals with disabilities.

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