The Take AACtion Podcast

The Take AACtion Podcast

By Lauren GreenliefEducation
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The Take AACtion Podcast episodes

  • Cultural Considerations in AAC

    This week we are joined by Christina to talk about cultural considerations with AAC. During the episode we talk about we can move culture to the forefront of the AAC process by included families from the start and feature matching. We discuss the different customization options that are available and how to navigate more challenging cultural considerations. Enjoy!

    Time stamps:

    (2:37) Intro to Christina
    (11:25) Importance of Culture
    (19:04) Getting Started
    (27:21) When to Start
    (29:39) Dialect/Culture Considerations
    (43:09) Tips for SLPs and Parents
    (57:42) Take AACtion weekly tip

    Resources mentioned:

    Personalize the voice of AAC SGD - Involve and check with the AAC user; Some AAC users have expressed that they prefer not to have the AAC digital voice customized.
    Customize the skin tone of the buttons.
    Trainings - Dr Dionna Latimer-Hearn of Respect the Dialect, https://www.respectthedialect.com/

    Learn more with Christina:

    My Cultural Competency Check - It's Time for Change! : https://tinyurl.com/Cultural-Competency-Check
    @freetobeme.speech

    Learn more with Lauren:

    @inspireconnectionstherapy

    Ready to take your learning one step further? The Take AACtion Podcast Resource Library is available for just $25! That means each week your get a resource for about $1 that extends the learning of the episode! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/takeAACtion24

    1 hr 1 min
  • Reframing "Stimming" on AAC Devices
    Welcome back to another episode! This week were are here with Laura Hayes an SLP with a ton of experience with AAC. We are talking about "stimming" on AAC devices. Laura comes to this discussion with a ton of great examples and practical tips to change the narrative and better support our AAC users. She breaks down "stimming" into 4 main categories and then provides supports for each of these categories. This discussion is action packed!
    Show breakdown:
    (1:15) into to Laura
    (6:47) coaching
    (11:46) 4 categories/trends
    (31:05) summary
    (33:18) strategies
    (47:58) AAction step
    Learn more about Laura here:
    -@aac_innovations
    -https://sites.google.com/view/aacinnovations/home
    Want to extend your learning beyond the podcast? The Take AACtion Resource Library is available for you! After each episode we release a handout to go with the episode and support your learning. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/takeAACtion24
    49 min
  • AAC Essentials Framework: Avoid Device Abandonment
    This week we go through my AAC Essentials Framework. It is the essence for supporting AAC and preventing device abandonment. It looks at the steps and supports that need to be in place at the foundation to have successful AAC use and more!
    The steps are: device, mindset, environment, learn, talk, support, and achieve. Each step is guided by the AAC user and essential in creating an environment where AAC is accepted and encouraged.
    Grab the free handout here: link update coming today
    Want to take the AAC Essentials Course? My signature course is 6 hours of continuing education (professional development hours) and takes your deeper into this framework. You can garb access today through the AAC Support Network, which is only $47 a month! The course is self paced so take as little or as much time as you need AND enjoy all the other benefits of the support network.
    Find that link here: https://www.inspireconnectionstherapy.com/supportnetwork
    23 min
  • Seeing AAC in Action: A Sibling Perspective
    In this episode we sit down with Sara, a fellow speech therapist with a personal connection to the AAC community. Sara shares her journey into speech therapy, heavily influenced by her siblings. Sara discusses her experiences growing up in a family involved in AAC, reflecting on the challenges and successes of integrating AAC into daily life. The conversation touches on the evolution of AAC tools, the importance of customizing AAC to each individual’s needs, and the vital role that caregivers and professionals play in supporting AAC users.
    Today we talk about:
    (1:17) About Sara
    (5:00) Perspective from Childhood
    (11:42) First High Tech Device
    (12:59) Use at Home
    (17:36) Barriers
    (27:03) Successes
    (38:15) Why a new app
    (42:54) Tips
    (46:30) AACtionable step
    Ready to take this episode to the next level? Join our resource library for handouts/worksheets after each episode. https://bit.ly/2024ResourceLibrary
    49 min
  • Advocacy in Action: Empowering AAC Users
    This week we talk with advocate and AAC mama, Courtney! She shares her personal and professional story with us as they navigated AAC in their life. We talk about the history of AAC, current IEP must haves, and what to do when you can't get the support you are looking for. It is a great episode for both parents and professionals.
    Today we talk about:
    (1:03) Intro
    (1:58) AAC Journey
    (6:50) Challenges
    (17:46) IEP Advocating
    (36:26) Your Rights
    (45:48) Parent Advice
    (58:23) Action Step
    Below are some links to contact Courtney and get more info:
    -@coutneyburnetteadvocate
    -https://www.courtneyburnett.com/
    - Free Resource: https://www.courtneyburnett.com/VisualCommunicationToolkit
    - Free Webinar: https://www.courtneyburnett.com/AT-IEP-Free-Webinar-Registration
    IDEA rights: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/regs/b/b/300.105
    Ready to take this episode to the next level? Join our resource library for handouts/worksheets after each episode. https://bit.ly/2024ResourceLibrary
    1 hr
  • AAC and Early Intervention: A Shift in Starting Early
    Join us today as we talk about the status of AAC in Early Intervention. Laura and I share about our experiences and an exciting learning opportunity. We talk about the need for more education and support surrounding high tech AAC options and also discuss some of the barriers at play.
    Today we talk about:
    (1:04) About Laura
    (5:41) AAC in EI
    (10:00) IFSP and goals
    (12:08) Lite/no-tech
    (21:17) Integrating high-tech
    (27:13) AAC EI course
    (33:07) CEU credits
    (34:33) Discount code for course ↓
    (35:15) Connect with Laura
    (35:53) AACtionable step
    Connect with Laura -
    - Instagram – @earlyandbrightslp
    AAC in Early Intervention Course -
    - Enroll today: https://earlyandbright.teachable.com/p/aaccourse
    - Coupon code: SAVE15 (active until August 16th 2024)
    37 min
  • Navigating Overwhelm with AAC: 4 Tips for Success
    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 managing overwhelm
    (3:27) Know your why
    (6:08) Give yourself time
    (8:34) Allow mistakes
    (10:16) Have fun
    (14:00) Review
    Take AACtion with Lauren:
    • @inspireconnections.aac on Instagram
  • Podcast Resource Library: https://bit.ly/takeAACtion24
  • AAC Support Network: https://www.inspireconnectionstherapy.com/supportnetwork
  • Join the AAC Assessment Guide Waitlist: https://inspireconnectionstherapy.myflodesk.com/zowr1771ja
  • Free AAC Consistency Training: https://bit.ly/3TMCOqT
  • Interested in sharing your story on the podcast? https://forms.gle/QHRo354Rr7DpK3CY9
    • 15 min
  • Parent Coaching at the Center of AAC Support
    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
    (13:11) Parent buy-in
    (20:02) In session coaching
    (23:15) Age-based language
    (26:34) Child buy-in
    (28:12) Tips for parents/SLP
    (31:08) Connect with Cassidy
    (31:35) AACtionable step
    Connect with Cassidy -
    - Instagram – @speechwithcassidy
    - Business Instagram – @aroundthespectrumtherapy
    Take AACtion with Lauren:
    • @inspireconnections.aac on Instagram
  • Podcast Resource Library: https://bit.ly/takeAACtion24
  • AAC Support Network: https://www.inspireconnectionstherapy.com/supportnetwork
  • Join the AAC Assessment Guide Waitlist: https://inspireconnectionstherapy.myflodesk.com/zowr1771ja
  • Free AAC Consistency Training: https://bit.ly/3TMCOqT
  • Interested in sharing your story on the podcast? https://forms.gle/QHRo354Rr7DpK3CY9
    • 34 min
  • Achievable Goals for Early AAC Use
    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 goal 3
    (34:30) Example goal 4
    (37:46) Ending thoughts
    Connect with Amy -
    - Instagram – @amyz.theslp
    Take AACtion with Lauren:
    • @inspireconnections.aac on Instagram
  • Podcast Resource Library: https://bit.ly/takeAACtion24
  • AAC Support Network: https://www.inspireconnectionstherapy.com/supportnetwork
  • Join the AAC Assessment Guide Waitlist: https://inspireconnectionstherapy.myflodesk.com/zowr1771ja
  • Free AAC Consistency Training: https://bit.ly/3TMCOqT
  • Interested in sharing your story on the podcast? https://forms.gle/QHRo354Rr7DpK3CY9
    • 42 min
  • How a Free AAC App is Changing the Game
    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 talk about:
    (1:01) WeaveChat
    (4:40) Kyanne’s journey to AAC
    (3:22) Navigating AAC
    (5:03) WeaveChat’s drive
    (7:10) App highlights
    (10:30) Individualized experience
    (12:22) Future of WeaveChat
    (17:45) How to support
    (20:30) Other opportunities
    (23:30) Tips on getting started
    (28:04) Connect with WeaveChat
    (30:00) AACtionable step
    Connect with WeaveChat -
    - Instagram – @weavechataac
    - Website – https://www.weavechat.com/
    - Facebook – Weave Chat AAC
    - Facebook Group – Weave Chat AAC Community
    Take AACtion with Lauren:
    • @inspireconnections.aac on Instagram
  • Podcast Resource Library: https://bit.ly/takeAACtion24
  • AAC Support Network: https://www.inspireconnectionstherapy.com/supportnetwork
  • Join the AAC Assessment Guide Waitlist: https://inspireconnectionstherapy.myflodesk.com/zowr1771ja
  • Free AAC Consistency Training: https://bit.ly/3TMCOqT
  • Interested in sharing your story on the podcast? https://forms.gle/QHRo354Rr7DpK3CY9
    • 31 min

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