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Alternative & Augmentative Communication
Every child deserves a voice. AAC is one way we make that possible.
If AAC is a new term in your world,
you are in good company.Families who find their way to this page are often carrying a mix of hope, uncertainty, and a lot of unanswered questions. That's exactly why we’re here to meet you.
"My child has so much to say. I can see it in their eyes. I just need them to have a way to say it."
"Someone mentioned AAC and I don't know where to start — or whether it is even right for my child."
"I'm worried that if we use AAC, my child will stop trying to talk altogether."
AAC does not slow down speech development.
In fact, research says the opposite.
Let’s clear something up.
The Myth
"If my child has a device or a board to communicate with, they'll rely on it and never develop spoken language."
The Reality
Decades of research consistently show that AAC supports — and in many cases accelerates — the development of spoken language. Giving a child a reliable way to communicate reduces frustration, increases engagement, and creates more opportunities for language to grow.
How We Can Help
AAC support that goes beyond the device.
Our Approach
At Beetle & Hare, AAC is never a last resort — it's a valid, powerful communication tool that we consider for every child from the very start. We take a multimodal approach, meaning we support all forms of communication — speech, gesture, signs, low tech boards, and high tech devices — and build the right combination for your child's life, not just their therapy room.
Evaluation & Recommendation
A thorough assessment of your child's communication needs, strengths, and environment to recommend the right AAC system.
Device Trials & Training
Hands-on trials to find the right fit, plus one-time or ongoing training and customization for families and caregivers so the device actually gets used.
On Going Support & Consultation
Continued AAC therapy woven into individual or group sessions, plus school team consultation so your child's communication system is supported everywhere they go.
What We Work With
Low tech — communication boards and binder
Mid tech — speech generating devices
High tech — dedicated devices (AbleNet & others)
App-based AAC — Proloquo2Go, TouchChat, LAMP
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all. AAC supports children across the full range of communication — from children with no spoken words to those who have some speech but need additional support to communicate reliably and fully. If your child has something to say, AAC can help them say it.
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That's exactly what an evaluation is for. There's no one-size-fits-all answer — the right system depends on your child's motor skills, cognitive profile, communication environment, and family lifestyle. We'll work through all of it together.
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Absolutely. We offer one-time consultation sessions specifically for families who have a device but need training and customization support to make it actually work in their child's daily life.
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Yes. We offer school team consultation to make sure your child's AAC system is being supported consistently across every environment — not just at home and in the clinic.
Every voice deserves to be heard.
Let's find the right tools for your child together.