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How to Make Thanksgiving Inclusive: Communication & AAC Tips

Communciation supports for children with Autism makes Thanksgiving more memorable for everyone

Make Thanksgiving more inclusive with communication support, AAC ideas, and autism-friendly strategies. Practical tips for a smoother holiday.

We Have the Communication Board! – What Now?: AAC Tips

Inclusive playground communication board designed for AAC users

New to AAC or communication boards? Get speech therapist tips, starter words, and a 4-week plan to help your child begin communicating with confidence.

Professional Workshop: Guiding the Next Generation of SLPs

Resources at Lakeshore Speech’s AAC workshop bridges classroom learning with real-world impact, teaching grad students to design inclusive communication boards.

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Celebrate SLPs : Better Speech & Hearing Month

Celebrate Better Speech and Hearing Month! SLPs help all ages with communication, swallowing, advocacy, research, and more to improve lives every day.

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Celebrating Thanksgiving: 12 Tips to Support Children with Special Needs

For families with a child on the special needs, celebrating Thanksgiving may require some thoughtful preparation to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Here are some tips to help you prepare for a meaningful holiday celebration.

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How to Boost Community Engagement and Usage:Playground Communication Boards

Playground communication boards are a wonderful addition to parks and recreation spaces. Eplore why playground communication boards may be underutilized, and some ideas on how to make these boards an integrated part of playground experiences.

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Private Speech Therapy: What You Need to Know

This guide is here to help you understand what happens in speech therapy, how therapists work toward your child’s goals, and ways to feel more engaged and connected along the way.

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Emotional Balance Boards: How to Navigate for Parent Concerns

Explore three common concerns related to the use of emotional balance communication boards: frustration with limited understanding from individuals working with the child, the desire for easier, more intuitive boards, and the worry that your child won’t use the board effectively.

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How to Advocate for Playground Communication: Frustration to Success

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Explore some common frustrations, desires, and fears surrounding the issue of advocating for communication boards in playgrounds, and how you can stay hopeful and connected as an advocate for your child and your community.

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How to Navigate Progress in Speech Therapy: A Parent’s Guide

We’ll explore some common frustrations, desires, and fears families experience around speech therapy and provide some encouragement for the journey.

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