Blogs - AssistiveWare

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AAC and stimming – understanding the role of stimming in communication

Some Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users repeat the same motions, like pressing the same button over and over on their device. But what does that mean? In this blog, we will further explore stimming and its relationship with AAC.

5 minute read

Comparing Proloquo and Proloquo2Go - which one is right for you?

In 2009, Proloquo2Go democratized access to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) by bringing AAC to iPhones and iPads. We have continuously worked to improve it. Today, Proloquo2Go is the world’s most popular AAC app. In 2022, we released our next-generation AAC app, Proloquo. Proloquo’s design is based on over five years of research insights and takes advantage of the latest technology. Both apps were designed to support communication and language growth. So which one should you choose? 

5 minute read

Writing effective IEP goals for AAC

Writing individual learning goals for students learning to use AAC can be challenging. However, ensuring quality goals in their individual education plans (IEPs) is crucial to supporting AAC use.

6 minute read

Teaching school curriculum with Proloquo

AAC users need access to the regular school curriculum, just like their speaking peers. Proloquo, unlike other AAC systems, is designed to facilitate full access to school curriculum for students and teachers alike.

6 minute read

Echolalia - what it is and how I use it

You might have read something about echolalia in passing somewhere online, or maybe a professional told you that your child does it. Maybe you’ve heard echolalia is more common in autistic people and other people with developmental differences. I can tell you that I, myself, use echolalia!

4 minute read

Intermittent, unreliable, insufficient, and expensive speech

There is a lot of space between being nonspeaking and being able to consistently meet all of our communication needs using socially expected amounts of speech. Many autistic people, including me, live in that space and use AAC to communicate at least some of the time.

5 minute read

How we designed Proloquo to grow with the AAC user

AAC apps need to grow with their users. Learn how we designed Proloquo 4.0 to provide a seamless growth path from toddlerhood to adulthood.

6 minute read

Proloquo - winner of App Store Award for Cultural Impact!

Proloquo has proudly earned the 2023 App Store Award for Cultural Impact. We’re immensely honored to be the first AAC app with this recognition.

4 minute read

Give your AAC app more personality with Apple's Personal Voice

At the heart of every adaptation at AssistiveWare is a singular goal: enhancing the experience of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users and communication partners. Leveraging Apple's latest innovations, we're excited to integrate transformative features into our suite of AAC apps.

2 minute read

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To my fellow AAC parents - protect the parent/child bond

While learning how to become a supportive communication partner for your child, you need to protect your relationship with your child. Pam Harris, AAC coach and mom of an adult AAC user coaches parents to protect the parent/child bond above all else and shares how. This article is part of AssistiveWare’s team collaboration series, focusing on how all members of the AAC team can work together.

6 minute read

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To my fellow AAC parents - building collaborative relationships in your child’s AAC team

While learning how to become a confident communication partner for your child, you need to be a key member of your child’s AAC team. Pam Harris, parent mentor and mom of an adult AAC user, shares how to collaborate with your child’s AAC team. This article is part of AssistiveWare’s team collaboration series, focusing on how all members of the AAC team can work together.

9 minute read

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To my fellow Speech Pathologists - building collaborative relationship in your AAC teams

Senior Speech Pathologist Amanda Hartmann shares her experience working as an SLP with AAC and tips for working with an AAC team. This article is part of AssistiveWare’s team collaboration series, focusing on how all members of the AAC team can work together.

5 minute read