Resources at Lakeshore Speech, LLC

09/11/2026

Attention local advocates, school boards, and city trustees! Did you know that County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (DD) frequently offer capital improvement grants specifically for adaptive signage?

In addition to county grants, cities are successfully using Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and municipal park improvement funds to install non-verbal communication boards.

Resources at Lakeshore Speech makes the application process simple by providing full documentation, technical specs, and formal quote packages to attach directly to your grant application.

Learn how to tap into county and municipal funding streams:
https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2026/08/30/fund-outdoor-communication-boards/

09/09/2026

Did you know that where and how you install a playground communication board determines whether it is legally accessible?

A board mounted too high or placed in the middle of a wood-chip pit creates an accidental barrier for children using wheelchairs or mobility devices.

Under the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design:
1️⃣ Reach Ranges (Section 308): Board centerlines should be mounted between 36"–42" for elementary children or 38"–48" for universal wheelchair accessibility.
2️⃣ Clear Floor Space (Section 305): Requires a 30" x 48" firm, stable ground space (like poured-in-place rubber or concrete) directly in front of the board.

Ensure your park installation meets federal accessibility criteria.
Read our guide:
https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2024/09/16/why-communication-boards-are-ideal-for-playgrounds-what-you-need-to-know

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

Not all playground signs are created equal. To ensure your investment is both clinically effective and "park-tough," you need a solution rooted in evidence-based practice.

At Resources at Lakeshore Speech, our turnkey communication boards are designed by practicing Speech-Language Pathologists. We feature research-based "Core Vocabulary" (words like Go, Help, Want, Stop) that allow for maximum functional expression rather than just labeling equipment.

🔹 Available in 3'x2' and 2'x4' layouts
🔹 Sub-surface printed Aluminum Composite Material (ACM)
🔹 Anti-graffiti protective coatings
🔹 Free addition of up to 4 funder/agency logos

Get direct pricing, review options, and request an official quote:
https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2026/03/30/buy-communication-boards/

09/04/2026

"We want an inclusive communication board for our neighborhood park, but how do we fund it?"

We hear this from parents, local advocates, and school groups every single week. The great news? You don't need a massive city budget to bring non-verbal communication to your community.

Resources at Lakeshore Speech has published our complete Master Guide to Funding & Grant Resources! We’ve consolidated every major funding pathway into one central resource:
🔹 County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (DD) Grants
🔹 Municipal ARPA & CDBG Funds
🔹 Local Business Logo Sponsorships
🔹 Civic Group Funding (Lions Club, Rotary, Kiwanis)
🔹 Eagle Scout & Girl Scout Leadership Projects

Explore all funding avenues and start your community campaign today:
https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2026/08/30/fund-outdoor-communication-boards/

09/02/2026

Families and communities spend thousands on accessible swings and ramps, but what happens when a child using them wants to say, “My turn!” or “Look at me!”?

Communication is a fundamental human right, yet it is often the missing piece of playground accessibility. While high-tech speech tablets are incredible, they aren't built for sandboxes, splash pads, or sun-drenched slides.

At Resources at Lakeshore Speech, we design permanent, clinical-grade outdoor communication boards that give every child a voice during play, no batteries, Wi-Fi, or charging required.

Read our ultimate guide on why static communication boards are essential for inclusive parks, pools, and play spaces:
https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2024/09/16/why-communication-boards-are-ideal-for-playgrounds-what-you-need-to-know

08/31/2026

Back-to-school season is officially here!

Let's ensure that every child - regardless of how they communicate - has a voice on the school playground this year. From classroom learning to recess games, communication boards make inclusion possible every single day.

Explore our master guide to communication boards in schools: https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2026/02/24/communication-boards-in-schools/

08/28/2026

Recess is for making friends! But for non-verbal students, jumping into a game of tag can feel overwhelming.

Using simple AAC social scripts helps recess aides guide students through turn-taking, asking to join games, and giving peer compliments right on the playground board!

Get our free guide to peer connection at recess: https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2026/05/13/aac-social-script/

08/25/2026

Simply installing a playground communication board isn't enough—school staff need to show kids how to use it!

When recess aides, teachers, and paras point to symbols while talking during play, children quickly copy those actions and start communicating independently.

Read our practical guide on modeling communication boards in schools: https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2024/02/18/how-to-encourage-the-use-of-communication-boards/

08/24/2026

Sunday prep message for our dedicated school SLPs & Special Education Teachers!

As you prep your visual schedules and therapy rooms for the new school year, remember to extend that visual support to the playground. Extending visual tools outdoors helps students carry over their hard-earned communication skills into recess!

Read our complete guide to school communication boards: https://www.lakeshorespeech.com/2026/02/24/communication-boards-in-schools/