10/06/2026
October is AAC Awareness Month, and at ATLAS, we’re celebrating the power of communication! 🗣️✨
What is AAC?
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) includes any tool, system, or strategy used to express thoughts, needs, and ideas when traditional speech isn’t enough. AAC isn't a "one-size-fits-all" solution—it is completely customized to the unique needs of each learner.
How is AAC utilized?
AAC spans a wide spectrum of tools that we actively integrate into our daily ABA sessions:
No-Tech: Meaningful gestures, facial expressions, and body language.
Low-Tech: Communication boards, picture exchange systems (like PECS), and visual schedules.
High-Tech: Dedicated speech-generating devices, iPad communication apps (like Proloquo2Go or TouchChat), and eye-gaze systems.
Who is AAC for?
AAC is for anyone whose spoken language is limited, developing, or unreliable. In our clinic, we use AAC to empower autistic individuals and children with various developmental or speech delays.
The Golden Rule: AAC supports verbal speech!
A common misconception is that introducing a device will stop a child from speaking. Research consistently proves the opposite—AAC reduces frustration, builds language comprehension, and often acts as a bridge that accelerates natural speech development.
