The Take AACtion Podcast

New to AAC and feeling overwhelmed with where to start and how to get going? Today we talk all about my top 4 tips for navigating this overwhelm. These tips are applicable to all communication partners and can help you build the confidence you need to support AAC! Tune in to hear about these mindset-based tips that you can use today! Today we talk about: (1:23) Overwhelm in AAC (2:30) 4 steps to m...

This week we talk with Cassidy about the importance of parent coaching within AAC! Cassidy shares her experiences and tips regarding parent/child buy-in, in-session coaching, and lots more. Tune in to hear her insightful stories and practical advice that can benefit both parents and SLPs. Today we talk about: (1:08) Cassidy’s journey (6:45) Importance of parent coaching (7:45) Coaching support (13...

This week we are talking all about goal writing and data! Our guest, Amy, shares her experience working with new AAC users! Be sure to stick around and hear all the amazing goal ideas she has at the end of the episode. Today we talk about: (1:24) AAC Journey (5:04) Collecting data on skills (12:50) Data and therapy (18:50) Goal writing (27:21) Example goal 1 (30:42) Example goal 2 (32:23) Example...

We're excited to welcome Kyanne, co-founder of WeaveChat AAC, to discuss this free, robust AAC app. Kyanne shares her journey towards developing the app during the pandemic. Designed for all ages and skill levels, it is highly accessible and customizable to benefit each user uniquely. Kyanne also talks about expanding the app's library, keeping it free, making it multilingual, and more! Today we t...

This week, Lauren highlights the importance of the KAP process - the one strategy she uses for all her AAC users! This involves acquiring knowledge about AAC best practices, use of practical application, and personalizing all this information to best meet the AAC users needs. Lauren provides 5 diverse examples on how to use this 3-step process in action. Today we talk about: (2:10) Importance of a...

​​Welcome Sara, an SLP and AAC consultant. She discusses her journey, the importance surrounding parent involvement, and finding natural ways to incorporate AAC into daily routines, offering tips for working with families and creating effective plans. Today we talk about: (.33) Sara's journey (5:58) Tips for learning (11:40) Early intervention in AAC (17:15) Use of daily routines (21:26) Parent co...

Today, we welcome Abbye, mom to an AAC user. She shares her journey of ups and downs from diagnosis to where they are today. We talk a lot about multi-modal communication and support for families starting their journey. Tune in for a realistic and inspiring story! Episode run down: (1:00) Her AAC journey (9:40) AAC mindset blocks (13:36) Peace & acceptance (15:54) Learning “a new language” (18:09)...

In this episode, Stefanie shares about her AAC journey and the foundation of a non-profit organization providing AAC devices to kids in need. Tune in to hear how this organization is making a significant impact in the world of AAC! Today we talk about: (1:09) AAC journey (3:38) What is “Lilly’s Voice”? (7:37) Device Count (10:03) Application process (13:21) Receiving device & continued support (23...

A huge welcome for joining me on the Take AACtion Podcast! I am so excited you are here and ready to learn more about AAC. I’m Lauren Greenlief, a certified speech-language pathologist with nearly a decade of experience in AAC. Join us weekly as we dive into all things AAC, featuring interviews with communication partners who successfully integrate AAC into their daily lives. Each episode will aim...