Inclusive Playground Communication BoardsAt Resources at Lakeshore Speech, we believe that communication is a fundamental human right that shouldn’t stop when a child hits the playground. Our collection of playground communication boards is designed by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) with over 60 years of combined experience to ensure that every child—regardless of their verbal ability—can advocate for their needs, interact with peers, and experience the joy of inclusive play.Expert-Designed for Real-World PlayUnlike generic signs, our boards utilize evidence-based AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) principles. We incorporate high-frequency Core Vocabulary (like go, stop, help, and more) and specialized Fringe Vocabulary tailored specifically to outdoor play environments. By offering symbols from industry-standard libraries like Boardmaker© and SymbolStix©, we provide a consistent “language” that matches what many children already use in their classrooms or on personal devices.Durable, Customizable, and Community-FocusedOur communication boards are engineered to be “park-tough.” Built from high-grade, 3mm marine-grade aluminum composite, they are UV-resistant, waterproof, and designed to withstand everything from coastal humidity to intense sun.100% Customizable: We offer bespoke designs to match your specific playground equipment and can include agency or donor logos at no extra cost.Multilingual Options: Support your local community with bilingual boards in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and more.Integrated Support: Every board features a QR code linking to professional “how-to” modeling videos, providing immediate guidance to parents and caregivers in the moment.Whether you are a park director, a school administrator, or a parent advocate, our resources—including grant proposal templates and funding guides—are here to help you transform your community space into a truly accessible environment where every voice is heard.
The Thanksgiving holiday is a great opportunity to practice communication skills your child has been working on in speech therapy. Practical reminders for families on how to promote the use of these new skills.
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December has arrived and as with every year, it seems as if the calendar speeds up during this festive time. Packing in all the shopping, decorating and taking in the holiday fun can seem overwhelming. The elves at Lakeshore Speech Therapy took a little time to compile a one stop list of events in the Northeast Ohio area that are sensory friendly. These events are not only sensitive to the amount of unnecessary smells, sounds and sights, but often the pace of the event is slowed as well as those ‘working’ the event have been given some information on how to best engage with individuals with special needs.
We hope you are able to take a few moments and enjoy these events with your loved ones.
Yours in Speech,
Lakeshore Speech Therapy, LLC
Create lasting memories by providing your child the supports they need to successfully navigate Thanksgiving. Learn how social stories and schedules can help.
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