AAC Institute

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AAC Institute We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the most effective communication for people who rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

The ICAN Talk Clinics provide service for all speech and AAC related services across the lifespan.

💬 Your voice, your choices, your rights!AAC is about more than sharing wants and needs. It's also about self-advocacy: e...
10/24/2026

💬 Your voice, your choices, your rights!

AAC is about more than sharing wants and needs. It's also about self-advocacy: expressing opinions, setting boundaries, asking for help, saying “no,” and making choices about your own life.

Every AAC user deserves the opportunity to speak up, be heard, and have their communication respected. 💙

It’s AAC Spotlight time! Today, we’re sharing insights from Rhys, who is an AAC user: "I am a very big fan of the actor...
10/23/2026

It’s AAC Spotlight time! Today, we’re sharing insights from Rhys, who is an AAC user: "I am a very big fan of the actor Chadwick Boseman and the original Black Panther film, I learned how to add film quotes to my AAC device, for example, I like to use this film phrase: “how are you feeling today” as used by the character TChalla in the film. I like to greet people with the phrase.

My wish is for people to understand that everyone with AAC is equal.

My inspiring AAC moment is adding Chadwick Boseman’s TChalla voice to my touch chat app and using it for self expression."

🎲 Pause, play, and make space for communication!Predictable play routines create natural opportunities for AAC users to ...
10/23/2026

🎲 Pause, play, and make space for communication!

Predictable play routines create natural opportunities for AAC users to participate, anticipate what's next, and share their ideas. Try pausing during a familiar activity to give time and space for the AAC user to contribute in their own way.

Remember: waiting creates an opportunity, not an obligation. 💬

🗣️ Communication partners make a difference!You don't have to be an AAC expert to be a supportive communication partner....
10/22/2026

🗣️ Communication partners make a difference!

You don't have to be an AAC expert to be a supportive communication partner. Model AAC, allow plenty of wait time, acknowledge all forms of communication, and make space for messages beyond what you expect or want to hear.

Connection comes first. Keep learning, keep listening, and keep communicating! 💙

💙 Meet our next AAC Spotlight! 🌟Today, we're highlighting Madison, an AAC advocate and representative from Smartbox who ...
10/21/2026

💙 Meet our next AAC Spotlight! 🌟

Today, we're highlighting Madison, an AAC advocate and representative from Smartbox who helps support the AAC community and connect individuals with communication tools that meet their needs.

We're excited to share their perspective, experiences, and passion for AAC! Thank you for being part of a community that works toward making communication accessible to all. 💬

💬 A little language goes a long way!Recasting and expanding are simple ways to support language development throughout t...
10/21/2026

💬 A little language goes a long way!

Recasting and expanding are simple ways to support language development throughout the day. Build on what an AAC user communicates by responding naturally to their message and adding a word or modeling a phrase.

📚 There's more than one way to learn AAC!AAC users benefit from both implicit learning (learning through meaningful expe...
10/20/2026

📚 There's more than one way to learn AAC!

AAC users benefit from both implicit learning (learning through meaningful experiences and repeated exposure) and explicit instruction (direct teaching and guided practice).

The goal isn't to choose one approach over the other. It's to provide rich communication experiences and the support each individual's needs to grow! 🌱

AAC Awareness Month: Looking Back, Learning Together!This week, we'll be bringing back some of our favorite posts to rev...
10/19/2026

AAC Awareness Month: Looking Back, Learning Together!

This week, we'll be bringing back some of our favorite posts to revisit important AAC strategies, share helpful reminders, and continue learning together.

Whether you're new to AAC or have had years of experience, there's always something new to learn. Let's keep building a world where every form of communication is valued! 💙

💬 AAC has value when we show that communication matters in every form! 💙 From responding to all communication attempts t...
10/19/2026

💬 AAC has value when we show that communication matters in every form! 💙 From responding to all communication attempts to honoring an AAC user’s message, our actions show that their voice matters.

✨ Swipe for tips on showing AAC users that their communication is valued, respected, and heard!

Address

1100 Washington Avenue
Carnegie, PA
15106

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14124895527

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