Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is also considered Durable Medical Equipment (DME). Here we provide an array of resources for families:

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American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)

Basics of AAC

Types
- Unaided
- Aided
  - High-Tech
  - Low-Tech
    - Printable Core First Communication Book
    - Printable Core First Books and Lessons
Parent and Teacher Guide
Quick Assessment Guide: Is AAC right for you?

Agencies

AccessCNY Speech & Language Therapy Services
- Monica Cappa, Referral Coordinator
  - Phone: 315-410-3319
  - Fax: 315-455-1087
  - Email: Monica.Cappa@accesscny.org
Gebbie Speech, Language, & Hearing Clinic
- Phone: 315-443-4485
- Fax: 315-443-4413
- Email: gebbie@syr.edu

Vendors

Numotion Speech Solutions
- AAC Product Sheet
- Map to Chat
- Lauren Dentinger, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD, Local Representative
  - Email: Lauren.Dentinger@numotion.com
  - Phone: 585-703-7087
Tobii Dynavox
- Tobii Dynavox Learning Hub
- Dynavox App—TD Snap
  - Free 60-day download of TD Snap
    - For Windows
    - For iOS
- Funding an AAC Device
- Find a Solutions Consultant
- Susan Trumble, MA, CCC-SLP, Local Representative
  - Email: Susan.Trumble@TobiiDynavox.com
  - Phone: 585-490-0945

Applications

Non-Profit Organizations

Funding Sources

Funding Facts