Webinar Series – “Communication Devices Part 1: Overview, Tools and Myths About AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)”

A family-centered webinar series on communication devices that enhance or supplement verbal speech or written language and how to identify what might benefit your child

Join Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center for “Communication Devices Part 1: Overview, Tools and Myths About AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)” on April 6 from 12 – 1:30 p.m.

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is any form of communication that enhances or supplements verbal speech or written language. This family-focused workshop will discuss the many ways that a child communicates and how to identify if your child may benefit from AAC.

Presenter Heather Miller Schwarz, M.S., CCC-SLP, will discuss tools, strategies and myths that will be helpful for participants to know as they begin to explore the exciting options of AAC.

Schwarz is a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals with complex communication needs. She has worked in public school, private practice and non-profit settings and has participated as a member of IEP and assistive technology teams. Her areas of interest continue to include pediatric speech-language disorders and assistive technology for individuals of all ages and abilities.

Register for Part 1 of this webinar series.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

There will be two more webinars in this series:

• “AAC Evaluations – What to Expect and What to Ask” on April 13
• “AAC Implementation and Carryover” on April  20