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Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
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Assistive Technology (AT) 

AAC and AT Assessments

AAC and AT evaluations may be indicated for children and adults who have limited verbal/communication skills. At ProAACtive, we engage clients in a functional assessment to understand how the client is functioning within their daily life. A functional assessment consists of:

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  • Observing multimodal communication across all settings and contexts 

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  • Utilizing the SETT framework to help us gather the necessary diagnostic information, identify limitations of the current technology and tools, and identify the client's needs related to the environment, and the task

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  • Collaborating with the client’s family and other service providers to gather all critical information necessary for the team’s decision-making

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  • Equipment trials before final recommendations are made

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  • To procure a Speech Generating Device (SGD) through private insurance and/or other funding sources, a comprehensive, medically-based evaluation is necessary.

AAC Therapy

Whether our clients are accessing communication through low- or high-tech devices, our therapy sessions are personalized to each individual's needs and goals. Therapy focuses on support in the following areas:​

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  • ​Developing functional communication for wants/needs

 

  • Increasing spontaneous communication

 

  • Language and vocabulary development 

 

  • Building conversational skills

 

  • Developing successful communication skills across settings (home, school, work, and community)

 

  • Coaching for communication partners including parents, siblings, extended family, nannies, respite care, etc.  

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  • AAC device programming​​

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AAC Training & Consultation

Is your team looking for a customized training on AAC or AT?

 

  • Carrie Balick has over 20 years of experience with AAC and AT.

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  • She understands school districts from serving as a district-wide AAC specialist for 18 years.​

 

  • The topics and needs of your group will guide the content and training.

 

Presentations topics include:

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  • Intro to AAC and AT

 

  • 5 Critical Communication Partner Strategies

 

  • AAC for Non-Verbal or Pre-Verbal Communicators  

 

  • AAC Supports in the Home

 

  • AAC Supports in the Classroom

 

  • Empowering & Equipping Your Staff to complete AAC Assessments

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