On Communication, Voting and Freedom
Often, we think that to speak is to communicate. Perhaps that is where the biggest mistake happens. If that were…
AAC Tips and Resources
When the Symbol Changes in AAC, Meaning Changes Too
A child spends weeks learning that one symbol means “milk.” They recognize it at school, use it confidently, and remember…
Mental Health and AAC: Beyond Happy, Sad, and Angry
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which means the internet is currently full of therapy speak, burnout posts, nervous system…
What We Hear Beyond the Words
A mother’s letter on grief, communication, and the million words our children say without speaking The grief no one prepares…
The Feature That Never Gets Built
Imagine you are an AAC user. You are typing out a sentence, and mid-thought, someone interrupts with a quick question.…
What’s the Minimum Viable Habit When There’s No Structure to Start With?
Every new habit starts small.For fitness, it could be putting on your running shoes.For meditation, just sitting down with your…
How is AAC Modelling helping your user?
Aided Language stimulation or Modelling is the first strategy that your therapist suggests when introducing AAC to your child.When you…
Music and AAC in Classroom
A familiar rhythm, a favorite song, or a playful pause in a melody can invite children to participate in ways…
Rethinking AAC Engagement in Schools
AAC is often introduced in schools as a communication tool. A device that helps a child request, answer, or participate…
Back-to-School with AAC
Supporting Emotions & Self-Regulation with Avaz Back-to-school season is here! For many children, this means fresh notebooks, new teachers, and…