Well, last time we streamed No Man's Sky it obviously went extremely well... so let's do it again, this time celebrating #AACAwarenessMonth!
Live at 4PM BST with @psykit.tv, @eyegazegirl.bsky.social and ManMountainDesigns!

Well, last time we streamed No Man's Sky it obviously went extremely well... so let's do it again, this time celebrating #AACAwarenessMonth!
Live at 4PM BST with @psykit.tv, @eyegazegirl.bsky.social and ManMountainDesigns!
βEmbrace technology and assistive devices as a means to maintain your independence.β π
Meet Michael, Bridging Voice Ambassador. He founded alsresources.org and is a Peer Support Specialist with I AM ALS. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
"ALS is challenging: physically, emotionally, and financially. You cannot do this alone. Start preparing for the changes ALS can bring, and join ALS organizations and support groups." π
Meet Bruce & Susan, Bridging Voice Ambassadors.
AAC Communication apps often go on sale in October for #AACAwarenessMonth, often up to 50% off! Swipe to see different iOS and Android communication apps and check their websites for sale information. Connect with your SLP to discuss what system might be the best fit for you or your child. #AACmonth
"Take things one day at a time, and accept help sooner than you think you need it. Your diagnosis changes your path, but it doesn't define you." π
Meet Monica Martinez, Bridging Voice Ambassador. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
"One of my goals early in my ALS diagnosis was to share what I learn along the way to help others navigate this horrible disease."
Meet Steve Hughes, Bridging Voice Ambassador, diagnosed with ALS in 2022. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
"Having AAC and sign language in my life has allowed me and my thoughts to fly with ease when unreliable spoken speech fails." Kaishawna Fleming, at TPGA:
"Reach out. You are not alone! Get the ball rolling on voice banking, a power wheelchair, & AAC/eye gaze devices." π
Meet Lynn, Bridging Voice Ambassador. He designed his own fast eye gaze computer. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
"I'm happy to be a sounding board, and hold space for you and your caregiver to find some peace in all of this chaos." π
Meet Peggy, Bridging Voice Ambassador. Join office hours today, 4:30pm ET: bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
Shawn Sexton does everything with his eyes, including driving his wheelchair with tech his family built. ππ
Bridging Voice Ambassador Shawn co-created LifeDrive. Join him at office hours today, 4:30pm ET: bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
"Start voice banking and exploring AAC early, even before you think you need it." π Meet Wilbert Greenfield, a Bridging Voice Ambassador and 20-year AAC user.
October is AAC Awareness Month! π
This month we celebrate AAC together β raising awareness, sharing stories, and supporting communication for all.
#AACAwarenessMonth #AugmentativeCommunication #AssistiveTechnology #CommunicationForAll #AutismAwareness #SpecialEducation #AAC
Swipe through to learn when to start thinking about AAC, what the different types of tools are (from lite-tech to high-tech), and where to find resources to dig deeper.
#AACAwarenessMonth #AAC #ALS #BridgingVoice
For AAC Awareness Month, meet Laila, a middle schooler and cheerleader who will tell you what she thinks if you give her the chance. Her story is new on our blog.
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#AAC #AACAwarenessMonth #AssistiveTechnology #UDL