Led by a certified special education teacher, this training helps families learn practical strategies for using high-tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) across home and community environments. Families will gain hands-on knowledge to support their child’s communication in meaningful, everyday routines.

Training Focus Areas

• Building family skills to support functional communication across natural environments

• Embedding AAC into daily routines such as meals, play, community outings, and family activities

• Modeling communication to increase expressive language and participation

• Supporting generalization of communication skills between home, school, and community settings

• Increasing family confidence in navigating and supporting AAC devices

Outcomes

This training is designed to support:

• Family education and empowerment

• Person-centered communication supports

• Increased independence and self-determination

• Greater community participation and inclusion

• Consistency of supports across environments

Who Should Attend

• Parents, caregivers, and family members of individuals with developmental disabilities

• Families whose child currently uses AAC or may benefit from AAC

• Families seeking practical tools to support communication at home and in the community

• No prior AAC experience required

Family Training Approach

• Practical, easy-to-implement strategies

• Real-life examples and guided practice

• Opportunities for questions and discussion

• Take-home tools to support ongoing implementation

Strong communication supports stronger independence—learn how to build communication opportunities into everyday life.

Cost is $25.00 per person

6:00-7:30

Limited to 10 participants