Augmentative and Alternative Communication Needs

Pediatric speech therapy is often just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to helping a child with limited verbal language skills. Depending on your child’s needs, they may benefit from an augmentative & alternative communication device (AAC), which includes high-tech and low-tech options. This form of treatment involves using pictures and/or words to develop simple and more complex connections and augment the child’s ability to effectively communicate wants and needs to others. For example, a child who is nonverbal might learn to point to a glass of water when they are thirsty.

What To Expect With Augmentative & Alternative Communication Device Therapy

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices are an important tool for children who have difficulty communicating effectively through traditional speech methods. As our Pediatric therapists specializing in AAC device therapy, we work with children and their families to develop strategies that can help improve communication skills and enhance the overall quality of life.

During AAC device therapy, your child will learn how to use different devices and systems to communicate more effectively. Your experienced therapist will work with you to develop personalized strategies that can be used both at home and at school and will adjust these strategies over time as your child gains new skills and abilities.

At Therapy Care, our sessions are designed to be friendly, encouraging, and focused on helping your child reach their fullest potential. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to providing the highest quality care, using the latest techniques and technologies to ensure that your child receives the best possible treatment.

If you believe that your child could benefit from AAC device therapy, we encourage you to call our office today to schedule a free screening or to begin therapy. We are here to support you and your child every step of the way, and we look forward to working with you to help your child communicate more effectively and achieve their goals.

Help Your Child Communicate Better With A Speech Therapist In Batavia

Is Your Child Struggling with Verbal Skills? If so, We Can Help

Working with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) is very similar to working with a Pediatric therapist, at least as far as the routine goes. The person receiving the therapy will have regular appointments with their SLP and will be given individualized strategies to work on at home to make additional progress.

For children with limited verbal language skills, the parents will be an integral part of the process. Our clinic provides speech therapy for children in addition to Pediatric therapy. Be sure to give us a call if you require either of these services. Here’s a closer look at how speech therapy can help a child with a speech sound disorder.

How Will A Speech Therapist In Batavia Determine The Issue?

Your speech therapist will complete a comprehensive speech and language evaluation to determine whether they would benefit from using an AAC device.  Therapists frequently collaborate with companies that specialize in the manufacturing and application of AAC to determine the best solution for your child.

How Can I Get Started?

If your child is struggling with limited verbal expression skills or a neurological or physical disorder that is impacting their speech, give us a call to set up a screening appointment.

The good news when it comes to a communication disorder is the earlier your child begins speech therapy, the better the long-term results can be.