Day 29 of National Autism Acceptance Month 🌟 Did you know autism is as diverse as the individuals who experience it? Co- Founder, @jacob_eusebio28 has always shared that despite growing up with his autistic younger brother, Evan, he still learned so much from each Serving Advantage student who had their own individual autism journey. Let’s embrace and honor the uniqueness of each autistic person 🌟 #Repost @mrsspeechiep with @use.repost … #servingadvantage #adaptivetennis #tennis #usta #ustasocal #ustafoundation #ustaadaptivetennis #uspta #usptasocal #usptaadaptivetennis #socaltennisassociationfoundation #AutismActionMonth #TakeAction #AutismEducationSupportHope #SupportAutism #AutismAwarenessMonth #AutismAwareness #Autism #asd #adhd #AutismMom #AutismDad #AutismFamily #Nonspeaking #NonspeakingAutism #acceptance #inclusion #inclusionmatters #orangecounty ・・・
And the universe said "I love you". #traumasurvivor #actuallydid #didsystem #polyfragdid #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #autisticwriter #nonspeakingpoet #nonspeaking #nonspeakers #autismacceptance #traumarecovery
🌱Embracing spelling to communicate (S2C) is a journey, and like all journeys, it takes time and patience to see growth and progress. To those navigating the world of S2C, remember: every step forward is a victory. Whether you're a speller, family member, or communication partner, trust in the process and celebrate each milestone along the way. Just as a seed needs time to sprout and grow into a flourishing plant, your journey with S2C requires nurturing and perseverance. It's okay to take it one letter, one word at a time. Your voice matters, and your journey is valid. Every individual moves at their own pace. So, to all S2C learners, supporters, and advocates: keep going, keep believing, and keep growing. Together, we're building a future where every voice is heard and valued. 🌟💬 Ready to start your journey in S2C? Visit us at amplifyingpotential.com for more information about our services in Illinois. #SpellingToCommunicate #GrowthMindset #Patience #Inclusion
Everyone deserves to be able to communicate. #TechAbilitiesConsulting #AAC #ComplexCommunicationNeeds #NonSpeaking #aacForAll #Communication #inclusion #languagedevlopment #boardofeducation #schoolboard #assistivetechnology #aacslp #atp #njdoe #specialeducation #departmentofeducation #augcomm #totalcommunication #speechandlanguage #speechtherapy #speechandlanguagetherapy #speechtherapist #nonverbal #autism #learningdifficulties #learningdisabilities #delayedspeech #sen #senparent #senteacher
Mondays are Spelling Days: What will you miss about Middle School? NOTHING; SOMETIMES TEASED… My biggest nightmare has come true. We started with this question: What will you miss about middle school? Each student in 8th Grade was asked this question so their answers can be included in the slideshow at graduation. Gabe very rigorously spelled NOTHING. I reminded him of some positive memories that I’m aware of like being on Cross Country and the weight room with Mr. Gardiner. Gabe spelled RUNNING and indicated that he meant running in the halls and as a sport. Gabe Spelled: LIKE MANY STUDENTS I WIlLL MISS MY GOOD CHILDHOOD At this point I had a question because I wasn’t sure if he was spelling that he likes many students and he will miss them along with his good childhood. I asked him if he was saying he likes many students. That’s when I wish we had stopped. Gabe Spelled: SOMETIMES TEASED I asked him where? Gabe Spelled: CLEAN CAFETERIA This is the first time Gabe has shared that he is teased at school. Gabe Spelled: YET OTHERS HAVE EASIER TIME CLEANING To Be Continued… #autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance #apraxia #spelling #rpm #aac #s2c #nonspeaking #nonverbal #nonverbalautism
Our Core 100 + Categories board was designed using the 100 Frequently Used Core Word list from AAC Language Labs. Did you know, if you don't like categories that are available on the top level that they can be changed in Settings > Board Builder? Here, you press down on the category you want to change out and select the category you want to take its place. #aac #aacslps #assistivetechnology #assistivetech #corewords #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #nonspeakers #autism #speechtherapist #speechtherapymaterials #speechpathology #speechpath #speechpathologist #ios #android #kindle
The US Navy's ZPG-3W airship - 403 feet long, 85 feet in diameter, with a capacity of more than 1,500,000 cubic feet - was the world's largest blimp. Four of them were commissioned in 1958. One exploded and crashed 2 years later, and the Navy's retired the others by 1962. I bet being on one is a cool experience 😎 #SpeechForSuccess #PediatricSLP #SpeechTherapist #OccupationalTherapist #PediatricTherapy #SpeechTherapy #OccupationalTherapy #Navy #AutismAwareness #CommunicationSkills #GentleParent #Autism #BigFeelings #GentleParenting #Parenting #Neurodiversity #GentleParentingLife #MarysvilleWA #EverettWA #MukilteoWA #SLPsOfInstagram #Parenthood #NaturalLanguageAcquisition #Echolalia #SpecialEducation #GestaltLanguageProcessing #PlayTherapy #SensoryProcessing #NonSpeaking #Stuttering
The Citywide Autism Acceptance Breakfast is tomorrow, April 30th, at Rothchild Catering & Event Center! Join us with Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville for an incredible event where all proceeds dedicated to enhancing the lives of adults with autism. Your presence will make a difference—sign up here: https://breakthroughknoxville.org/autism-acceptance-breakfast/ Image description: Image 1: In the top left corner is the Autism breakthrough of Knoxville logo. text reads: Citywide Autism Acceptance Breakfast April 30th 2024 Rothchild Catering and Event Center Image 2: Text reads: Citywide Autism Acceptance Breakfast. below the title is a photo of Elizabeth Vosseller and reads: Keynote speaker Elizabeth Vosseller. Join us for a morning dedicated to autism acceptance within the knoxville community. Below this says Autism Acceptance Award Kim Kreditch with her photo. to the right is a photo of Denny Dukes with text: Trailblazer Award Denny Dukes. Image 3: text reads: Citywide Autism Acceptance Breakfast Why support the event? This event is geared towards promoting Autism acceptance in Knoxville by providing and informative and resourceful keynote address while honoring key figures in our community. Your support means providing support for an organization that specifically caters services to adults with autism; this is extremely uniques in our community. Your support of the citywide Autism acceptance in knoxville the chance to lead purposeful and independent lives. Mark your calendars for April 30th, 2024, at Rothchild Catering & event center in Knoxville! Visit the link in our bio for more details. We're looking forward to seeing you there! #Spellingtocommunicate #nonspeakingdoesnotequalnonthinking #Nonspeaking #aac #communication #Disabilityinclusion #Accessibility #autismacceptance #AutismEmpowerment #empowersnonspeakers #knoxville
“It is not who I am, it’s where I am at.” ❤️Andrew, age 15, nonspeaking #lifeloveandautism #empoweredliving #writingprocess #humanexperience #humanconnection #souljourney #inspiration #autisminspiration #useyourvoice #nonspeaking #personalgrowth #wordsfromandrew #presumecompetence #vulnerability #loveoverfear ✨
Hello Everyone 👋 My name is Tom Watson. I am a Non-Speakers Advocate and want to spread the word about Spelling as a means for finding their voice. A bit about me... #nonspeaking #spellingtocommunicate
How else do we expect independent communication? And by communication I don’t just mean requesting, I also mean commenting, conversations, questioning, directing, describing. WE 👏🏾 MUST 👏🏻 MODEL 👏🏽 ALL 👏🏿 AAC 👏🏼 . . . #communicationcomplex #visualcommunication #communicationboard #communicationboards #ald #aac #aacgram #aacboard #communicationbook #symbolcommunication #communicationsymbol #communicationsymbols #communicationsystem #communicationsystems #coreboard #coreboards #projectcore #teachcorevocabulary #teachcore #corevocabulary #corelanguage #aidedlanguageinput #aidedlanguage #languageaid #modelcommunication #nonverbalcommunication #nonverbalcommunicationskills #nonspeaking #nonspeakingcommunication #nonspeakingdoesnotequalnonthinking
Click here for more information: ⬇️ Sensory friendly event happening tomorrow, Tuesday the 30th in North Tonawanda at @rainbowrollerrink , proceeds to benefit The @summitbuffalo #motheringthroughdisabilities #autism #autismspectrumdisorder #autismacceptance #sensoryprocessingdisorder #disability #nonverbalautism #inclusion #motherhood #motherhoodjourney #supportdisabledfamilies #embraceneurodiversity #nonspeaking #everyonedeservesavoice #disabilityadvocate #advocatelikeamother #autismacceptance #neurodivergent #neurodivergency #inclusiveresources #accessibility #accessibilitymatters #mondaymommyresource
AAC stuff update! I got a new talker case because my old one broke. And I'm looking into trying RPM or S2C to see if it will help with my apraxia and unreliable speech so a friend made me some stencil letterboards! I really like them. The orange one glows in the dark. ID: Two images. The first is an ipad in a pink and purple pepkoo case with proloquo2go open on the screen. The second is a stack of letterboards. The top one is light purple and ABC layout. Under it is a light orange one. On the bottom of the stack is a set of three dark colored letterboards. End ID Tags: #autism #apraxia #nonverbal #nonspeaking #nonspeaker #letterboard #aac #lowtechaac #hightechaac #aacuser #aacdevice #s2c #rapidpromptingmethod
We’re asked very often about PECS® as an AAC system. We wanted to be clear about where we stand on PECS® with all children, regardless of how they process language. We also wanted to add in information specific to gestalt language processing and provide some recommendations for what to consider instead. We say NO the PECS as an AAC system. There are many free, robust AAC alternatives available out there and there are NO prerequisites to starting with a more robust system. If you go to major AAC app websites, they have light tech boards and dynamic displays available to download and print for FREE (e.g. PRC-Saltillo, AssistiveWare, Tobii Dynavox). 💙 Follow us to be a changemaker @jesstheslp & @meaningfulspeech . We share the latest research and resources in gestalt language development, play and neurodiversity affirming speech-language therapy (parents and professionals) 💛 Find our free resources, courses, blog, Marketplace and GLP handbook at meaningfulspeech.com
Free download! 🔗 in our bio! ✨ Use our Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month I Spy Activity and Word Cards to celebrate the diverse culture of Asian Pacific Americans while sharpening early childhood students' fine motor skills. A set of word cards is also included in this resource. ✨ #specialeducation #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityAwareness #EducationForAll #DiverseLearners #InclusionMatters #SpecialNeedsEducation #SupportSpecialEducation #EmpowerStudents #EqualityInEducation #MythBusting #DifferentNotLess #DisabilityRights #EducationIsForEveryone #twinkl #twinklusa #sped #spedteachers #autistic #nonspeaking #free #freebies #freeforteachers
Nice try little guy! 😂 I asked him what he wanted for breakfast and this was his reply… . . . . . #proloquo2go #assistiveware #aacdevice #aacuser #aac #nonspeaking #autistic
When my friend @jamielinbrown asked me today “what has been one of the hardest parts about starting @channingsjoy” I knew my answer deep down, but it took me saying it out loud to really hit me. Let me explain. Creating our nonprofit has been one of the best things I’ve ever done. It has given me a sense of purpose on our autism journey and in life. It has made me feel like I can actually do something to help others and to turn grief into joy as much and as often as possible. But, in turn, it has also taken me away from my kids at times and forced me to lean on others in our family to really help me to be able to do the foundation AND care for my kids. Some people say, “how do you do it all?” And the truth is, I don’t. I rely on help from my family and while I wish so badly I could be the mom that does do it all, I don’t and I can’t. Because my family has stepped in to help me be able to do the foundation or go to events, I feel like Channing has learned to go to different family members rather than just me as “his person.” Yes, I do take him to school every day and pick him up every day, but while I used to be the only one around most of the time, that’s not the case any more. I just couldn’t do it by myself. Everyone in our immediate family now has a tight bond with Channing and while I LOVE it and could not survive without their help, it is clear for me to see he no longer just relies on me. It’s both beautiful and heartbreaking for me as a mom. I loved being his one and only, but truly, it’s best for him and for me if there are multiple people who can be “his” and gosh, how blessed is he to have that? I am so incredibly thankful my family has stepped in to help make my dreams for this foundation a reality. Selfishly, I want to always be his person, but truly, he’s too amazing for me to keep all to myself. And if I can’t forever be his one “person” I know I can and will always be his constant. 🩵🤟🏼
We talk about the importance of neurodiversity affirming care all the time, but did you know there are signs to look for that indicate an environment is not neurodiversity affirming? Recognizing these signs is crucial for creating supportive environments for neurodiverse individuals. From dismissing unique needs to imposing rigid expectations, these behaviors can hinder inclusion, understanding, and self-esteem, as well as expose our neurodiverse loved ones to potentially traumatic situations. Check out our graphic to learn more and join the conversation on fostering acceptance and support for all neurodiverse individuals. At APT, we strive to promote empathy, respect, and inclusivity for all clients. #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #Empathy #Acceptance
They both are always wanting to help ❤️ #Autism #AAC #AACUser #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #Neurodivergent #NonSpeaking #NonVerbal #NonVerbalAutism
When your monster child has wound you up, driven you round the bend & tested every last bone in your body all day… then they fall asleep and you see this next to them and your heart melts 🥹 I wish I could go into his little world for a day and learn about all the things that trigger him & make his days so hard so I could take some away ❤️ my Thomas. PS yes thomas the tank has screws sticking out his front and rear 🤣🥴 #autismmum #autismdad #autismparent #asd #adhd #neurodivergant #sensoryseeker #autism #awareness #autismsupport #senfamily #alnfamily #nonverbal #nonspeaking #speechdelay #autismfamily
Our team is growing, again! Tina DiTomaso MSN, BSN, RN, AE-C S2C Practitioner (In-Training) Tina received her bachelor’s and master’s degree in nursing at Ursuline College and is a certified asthma educator. She has been a registered nurse for 13 years specializing in pediatric patients of all ages, as well as children with special needs. She is currently in training to become a Spelling to Communicate Practitioner. Tina decided to apply for the S2C program after observing LeeAnn and Samantha at Access S2C. She was blown away by the way their Spellers were able to communicate using letterboards and keyboards. She has always had a passion for helping others, therefore immediately after observing, she knew she wanted to make a difference in this growing community. She is excited to further her education in this field and be able to help our non-speaking, minimally speaking, and unreliably speaking individuals find their voice. Her mission is to continue growing this community of Spellers in Ohio and spreading the word about S2C! Let’s give Tina a warm welcome! #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #accesss2c #spellers #nonspeakers #community #presumecompetence #nonspeaking #motor #apraxia #autism #ds #spelling #communication #advocacy
☀️ 🌴 ✨ (Sun, tree and Gold glitter emoji) #alternativefashion #nonbinarymodel #wheelchairmodel #teamzebedee #zebedeetalent #zebedeemodel #zebedeeactor #wheelchairdancer #disableddancer #disabledmodel #disabledactor #deaftalent #deafmodel #autisticmodel #deaf #actuallyautistic #nonspeaking #chronicallyill #braininjurysurvivor #ehlersdanlossyndrome #dysautonomia #adhd #audhd #losangelesmodel #disabledandcute #deafblind #hearingaids #babewithamobilityaid #nonbinary #deafcreator ID: A full shot of Wonder, a mixed race androgynous Nonbinary person with light skin and short dark curly hair is seated in their Quickie Q7 wheelchair outside. Wonder is wearing a black button down with white buttons, a black sweater with gold rings on top, black pants, a time turner necklace, ASL ILY pins on their shirt collar, a diamond shaped they them pin on their shirt collar, a bee pin on their shirt collar, black metal elf ears, silver rings, a black headchain, 2 silver nose cuffs, black Billy Shoes, black hearing aids and black wrist braces. Behind them is the blue sky, a brick fence, a porch, a pomegranate tree and grass. Wonder has one hand behind their head and they have one leg extended out. They are looking directly into the camera.
Pearl appreciation post! #nonbinarymodel #wheelchairmodel #teamzebedee #zebedeetalent #zebedeemodel #zebedeeactor #wheelchairdancer #disableddancer #disabledmodel #disabledactor #deaftalent #deafmodel #autisticmodel #deaf #actuallyautistic #nonspeaking #chronicallyill #braininjurysurvivor #ehlersdanlossyndrome #dysautonomia #adhd #audhd #losangelesmodel #disabledandcute #deafblind #hearingaids #babewithamobilityaid #nonbinary #deafcreator #servicedog ID: Coursel post, 2 images. Image one: A half shot of Wonder, a mixed race androgynous Nonbinary person with light skin and short dark curly hair is seated in their Quickie Q7 wheelchair smiling and holding their dog, Pearl. Pearl is a 6 year old 8lbs apricot morkie with long hair and she is looking into the distance. Wonder is wearing a black button down with white buttons, a black sweater with gold rings on top, black pants, a time turner necklace, ASL ILY pins on their shirt collar, a diamond shaped they them pin on their shirt collar, a bee pin on their shirt collar, black metal elf ears, silver rings, a black headchain, 2 silver nose cuffs, black Billy Shoes, black hearing aids and black wrist braces. Behind them is a green wall. Image 2: The same as the previous photo except this time. Pearl is looking into Wonder's eyes and Wonder is laughing with their eyes closed.
Fun fact I'm actually pretty tall. I'm all leg. 😂 (Laughing emoji) You just can't tell when I'm sitting! #alternativefashion #nonbinarymodel #wheelchairmodel #teamzebedee #zebedeetalent #zebedeemodel #zebedeeactor #wheelchairdancer #disableddancer #disabledmodel #disabledactor #deaftalent #deafmodel #autisticmodel #deaf #actuallyautistic #nonspeaking #chronicallyill #braininjurysurvivor #ehlersdanlossyndrome #dysautonomia #adhd #audhd #losangelesmodel #disabledandcute #deafblind #hearingaids #babewithamobilityaid #nonbinary #deafcreator ID: A full shot of Wonder, a mixed race androgynous Nonbinary person with light skin and short dark curly hair is seated in their Quickie Q7 wheelchair outside. Wonder is wearing a black button down with white buttons, a black sweater with gold rings on top, black pants, a time turner necklace, ASL ILY pins on their shirt collar, a diamond shaped they them pin on their shirt collar, a bee pin on their shirt collar, black metal elf ears, silver rings, a black headchain, 2 silver nose cuffs, black Billy Shoes, black hearing aids and black wrist braces. Behind them is an oleander tree and there are sunbeams across their body. Wonder has one hand behind their head and they have one leg extended out. They are looking directly into the camera.
✨In a world where routines shift like sand, Today’s course veers from what was planned. Countless days blend, no sheep to count, One small change sparks a tumultuous fount. He struggles to heed his body’s call, Sensing the storm rise, threatening to fall. His eyes, a tale etched in silent lore, Hand to his head, seeking an open door. But today, the usual tricks fail to mend, Rage ignites, a wildfire, no end. Mom stands close, a fortress, a shield, Can he release it all? Can he fully yield? She’s there, a steady presence, yet apart, Feeling his pain, her own trembling heart. As she grapples with the anguish, the fear, Their bond, their strength, becomes clear. In their shared journey, they face the unknown, Striving to conquer what’s never shown. He yearns to express, she seeks to erase, Together they stand, in their sacred space. #autism #autistic #autismawarenessandacceptance #autismadvocacy #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #nonspeakingdoesnotequalnonthinking #ocdsupport #obsessivecompulsivedisorder #mamayougotthis #ocdlife #poem #poetry
The nonspeaking community continues to be very toxic towards the intellectually disabled community. And continues to throw them under the bus in many cases. I’ve had a discussion with a nonspeaking person, and they said how they use the term nonspeaking because they don’t want to be associated with intellectually disabled people. And how separating yourself from intellectually disabled people isn’t bad. That sealed the cake for me, and I’ve been using nonverbal and reclaiming it in a way. If you want to be separated from me then fine. But then don’t come crying to me and saying why I should use the term nonspeaking when a HUGE part of the nonspeaking community hates intellectually disabled people and wants to be separated from them. Intellectually disabled people who can’t speak or can speak very little are here. We use the terms we want to use. We do not want to be separated, but i won’t force myself into a community that hates me. #nonverbal #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #nonverbalautism #autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance #nonspeakinghistory
I’m so proud of our son 💙 #5 half marathon and killed it with a PR on a humid day! About 2:09:55/9:55 pace Sub 10 pace ‘club’ is 🤯 Don’t underestimate !!!!!!! #autismohana #autism #nonspeaking #nonverbal #proudmom #autismmom #run #race #halfmarathon #💙💙💙
Weave Chat AAC originated with a scrolling board designed for use on phones. Over time, we've added gridboards that can be used on tablets easily. This is our 7x15 board. It has 105 positions (buttons) in total, contains a full QWERTY keyboard, and the newly added "all categories" button which gives the user access to all other vocabulary that is not on the main screen. Weave Chat AAC is a free AAC application that can be downloaded to iOS, Android, and Kindle products. #aac #assistivetechnology #assistivetech #devices #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #nonspeakingdoesnotequalnonthinking #nonspeakers #speech #speechpathology #speechpath #speechtherapist #ios #android #kindle
📖 McGreevy, P. & Fry, T. (2022) Essential for living: An introduction and user guide. Retrieved from http://essentialforliving.com/wp-content/ uploads/2021/08/EFL-Intro-UserGuideNewFinalDigital2.pdf on 28/04.2024 #aac #nonverbal #nonspeaking #evidencebasedpractice #communication #mands #lifeskills #qualityoflife #learningdifficulties #sign #pictures #inclusivecommunication #pbs #neurodiveristy #buildalife #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #autism #sen #send #bcba #rbt #qol #thespeakerinitiative #autismawareness #slp #speechandlanguagetherapy #speechlanguagepathologist
Samantha Paros S2C Practitioner / Co-Founder, Access S2C Samantha began working with children with special needs in 2016 and loved the experience of engaging with this neurodiverse population, which is too often overlooked. For three years she worked as a one-on-one provider for a minimally-speaking autistic teen. Samantha traveled to his very first S2C session in Chicago and was immediately hooked! She knew this was her calling. Samantha completed her training through the International Association for Spelling as Communication and became a certified practitioner in May, 2023! Her passion for bringing communication to those who need it most has become her life’s vocation. Samantha is thrilled to work in partnership with LeeAnn, as they share the same vision and approach for working with their Spellers. Together they both have big ambitions for growing the S2C community in Ohio! #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #accesss2c #spellers #nonspeakers #community #presumecompetence #nonspeaking #motor #apraxia #autism #ds #spelling #communication #advocacy
LeeAnn DiTomaso RN, BSN S2C Practitioner / Co-Founder, Access S2C LeeAnn received her bachelor of science in nursing from Ursuline College and has been a registered nurse for 24 years working in labor and delivery. She has always been passionate about helping others, which is why she decided to enter the Spelling to Communicate program. LeeAnn completed her training in 2022 rounding it out with a week-long internship at Growing Kids Therapy Center in Virginia where she was able to work with individuals and groups of Spellers. LeeAnn’s desire is to create a community for the non-speaking, minimally speaking and unreliably speaking population. She has experience with Spellers of all ages and different levels of motor challenges. LeeAnn is passionate about creating a calming atmosphere and an individual plan for each of her Spellers to help them reach their communication goals. #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #accesss2c #spellers #nonspeakers #community #presumecompetence #nonspeaking #motor #apraxia #autism #ds #spelling #communication #advocacy
It’s been a while since we introduced ourselves… Meet our team🤍 Welcome to Access S2C! We are excited to be part of the revolution of Spellers proving that non-speaking does not equal non-thinking! Our certified practitioners presume competence with every new student that walks through our door. We believe that communication is the key to independence and we work to provide the pathway for our Spellers to achieve their autonomy. We proudly serve non-speaking and minimally speaking individuals from age five and up with autism, ds, apraxia, and other sensory, movement and communication challenges. Our Spelling to Communicate services facilitate the motor skills required for communication and daily living. Our mission is to enthusiastically support every Speller’s human right to communication and self-advocacy and to continue to grow the community of Spellers in Ohio and worldwide. Everyone deserves to be heard! #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #accesss2c #spellers #nonspeakers #community #presumecompetence #nonspeaking #motor #apraxia #autism #ds #spelling #communication #advocacy
Ronins first hike in the woods. It was pretty rough, but we all worked hard on pulling, distractions and attention. He will start on private then public leash training after Puppy Foundation 1 ends in 2 weeks, so we are getting a heads up!🌲 #familyhike #familywalk #takethedog #getoutside . . . . . . ronintheblacklab #rowdyronin #ronintheservicedog #servicedog #servicedogintraining #autismservicedog #autismfamily #blacklab #blacklabsofinstagram #blacklabrador #lab #labrador #labradorpuppy #labradorl #asd #autism #autismsupport #familytraining #autistic #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #nonverbal #nonverbalautism #velcrodog #akc #dogtraining
We have such a special little boy 🌈 #hesallours #nonspeaking #wearesoproudofyou #alwaysourbaby #ourworld #somuchloveforhim #somuchlove #family #familytime
Good evening. I am not sure what I’ll have in the honesty box tomorrow. If anything. I’m shattered. I sound like a broken record, I know. Our youngest is 3 and a half, she’s non-verbal and we have good weeks and bad weeks, this week hasn’t been great for her. I’ll see I how feel in the morning. And I will let you know. ☺️ #daughter #nonverbal #autismawareness #nonspeaking #spd #spdawareness #arfidawareness #afrid #albaelsieivy
How are you feeling today? “THRILLED TO BE WITH MY GIRLS” - M These girls rocked it today! We are looking forward to making many more memories! #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #accesss2c #spellers #nonspeakers #community #presumecompetence #nonspeaking #motor #apraxia #autism #ds #spelling #communication #advocacy
Did you know? The use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) supports the development of both speech and Literacy. At UnmaskEd LLC, we love to incorporate the use of AAC into our instruction. Image description: A cartoon of a woman holding a high-tech AAC device in front of a yellow background with the text above next to her. #aac #nonspeaking #unmask #edtherapy #educationaltherapy #literacy #therapy #neurodivergent #neurodiversity
Photos of the Week: Celebrating our last few weeks with Miss Bethany before we send her off to have baby number 2! #SpeechForSuccess #PediatricSLP #SpeechTherapist #OccupationalTherapist #PediatricTherapy #SpeechTherapy #OccupationalTherapy #AACDevice #AutismAwareness #CommunicationSkills #GentleParent #Autism #BigFeelings #GentleParenting #Parenting #Neurodiversity #GentleParentingLife #MarysvilleWA #EverettWA #MukilteoWA #SLPsOfInstagram #Parenthood #NaturalLanguageAcquisition #Echolalia #SpecialEducation #GestaltLanguageProcessing #PlayTherapy #SensoryProcessing #NonSpeaking #Motherhood
"Does AAC use prevent speech development?" It's a common question asked by many families who are just exploring AAC for their children, so let's dive deeper! AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) isn't a roadblock to speech development; it's a game-changer! Here's why: 1️⃣ Individualized Support: AAC interventions are customized to suit each person's unique needs. By providing alternative communication methods, we ensure everyone has a voice, supporting speech development in the process. 2️⃣ Early Intervention: Introducing AAC early on doesn't hinder speech development; it jumpstarts it! By fostering language-rich environments and reducing communication barriers, AAC encourages natural speech progression from the get-go by increasing opportunities to communicate. 3️⃣ Complementary, Not Competing: AAC doesn't replace speech—it complements it. Think of it as scaffolding; it supports communication while individuals work on their speech skills, ensuring they stay engaged and motivated throughout the process. 4️⃣ Expanding Communication Opportunities: AAC opens doors to communication in various settings, providing more opportunities for language exposure and social interaction. These experiences are vital for speech development and overall language skills. 5️⃣ Addressing Underlying Challenges: Many individuals who benefit from AAC have underlying conditions that affect speech production. AAC helps address these challenges while simultaneously fostering speech development through language modeling and interaction. So, does AAC use prevent speech development? Absolutely not! It enhances it by empowering individuals to communicate effectively, fostering language skills, and laying the foundation for lifelong communication success. Ready to start your AAC journey? APT in Northbrook, IL is here to help. Visit us at amplifyingpotential.com for more information on our services. #AAC #SpeechDevelopment #CommunicationForAll
Great 5k for Jake (7:45 pace) and not enough pictures of the #autismohana that exists here locally. We have so many people doing many things over years to help make us & HOPEFULLY other families feel welcome. We love all of you ! @vcthemc started talking about autism 🎤, the boys years ago without me having to ask💙he holds a super special place in this journey and he’s reaching many people! Half marathon #5 at @gcm_toledo tomorrow for C🔥💙💙💙 every weekend nearly racing. Let’s go ! & even better news, C got a spot @spellerscenter_sandiego we will be there in June! ✈️ #nbd #autism #nonspeaking #autismawareness #family #teamzoot
Dit jaar was Koningsdag de eerste keer dat we échte Koningsdagdingen deden. We hielden het wel dicht bij huis. Kleedjesmarkt bezoeken, even buurten bij het wijkcentrum en vandaag zelf op een kleedjesmarkt staan verderop in de buurt. Het ging super. We hebben oude spulletjes verkocht, gespeeld, gekletst en gesnoept. Onze kleine handelaar heeft zelf ook nog wat moois op de kop weten te tikken en had zijn eigen 'zone' in de drukte gevonden door een dekentje op schoot te leggen. Wat een mooie dag 💕. #koningsdag #zwolle #kleedjesmarkt #prikkelverwerking #familytime #kingsday #somanycoloursonthespectrum #autism #nonspeaking #hiddendisabilities #familystories #aalanden
S&A members answer the question: ✨What does reading look like for you? ✨ While apraxia impacts all areas of the body, including eye muscles, our members are still able to access the joy of reading! Limited control of the eye muscles makes using a letter board that much harder and shows just how determined our spellers are. The good news is, as one of our members put it, “There are LOTS OF WAYS TO READ” - Joel Nyland. During the month of April, please be AWARE that non-speaking autistics can access reading, ACCEPT that reading may look different for them than it does for you, and EMPOWER the autistic people in your life to access reading for themselves! 📖 Image description: A photo of Joel Nyland holding up the Laminated S&A #ECD board and smiling. Text reads: From Spellers & Allies Advocacy Network This is what reading looks like: Read the whole page at once. Reading happens one letter at a time when spelling. There are LOTS OF WAYS TO READ. ~Joel Nyland. In the bottom left corner is the Spellers & Allies Advocacy Network Logo #presumecomptence #autonomy #ListenToNonspeakers #reading #NonSpeakingDoesNotEqualNonThinking #apraxia #aacacceptance #nonspeakers #AAC #acceptance #awareness #autismacceptance #Autismawareness #Nonspeaking #Autism #Autismsupport #Disabilityinclusion #Access #Accessibility
So in Phineas’ last PPT we were all sharing how far he has come with moving around. They have focused on making sure he builds his strength and have him walk all over school and he is starting to carry things too. This is such a fantastic development! We see it at home too. He is going up and down stairs like a pro, exploring different rooms, and really acting like he owns the place lol. This morning he took this exploration to new heights. He decided to go into the bathroom, plug the sink, turn it on, and… leave. We only discovered this about 30 minutes later. Looks like we won’t need to wash the bathroom floor for a bit… Happy Saturday! #autism #nonspeaking #flood
Having fun with AAC and Bubbles! #TechAbilitiesConsulting #AAC #ComplexCommunicationNeeds #NonSpeaking #aacForAll #Communication #inclusion #languagedevlopment #boardofeducation #schoolboard #assistivetechnology #aacslp #atp #njdoe #specialeducation #departmentofeducation #augcomm #totalcommunication #speechandlanguage #speechtherapy #speechandlanguagetherapy #speechtherapist #nonverbal #autism #learningdifficulties #learningdisabilities #delayedspeech #sen #senparent #senteacher
Some days you just have to communicate in a sensory friendly/slightly odd way 🤪 … also to just be accepting that this is what we are going to get communication wise sometimes and that’s okay too ❤️❤️ #Autism #AAC #AACUser #AutismAcceptance #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #Neurodivergent #NonSpeaking #NonVerbal #NonVerbalAutism #Proloquo2Go #HomeschoolLife #Sensory #NeurodiverseHomeschooling
Dane Capo Art X Darizz #autism #inclusion #neurodivergent #nonverbalautism #nonspeaking #asd #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autismappreciation #asd #autismmom #autismdad #autismfamily #autismo #autizzy #actuallyautistic #Autistic #specialneeds #caregivers
Every day, we entrust our precious child to others. It's not easy—it's a leap of faith. We believe they'll care for our little one with the same love we do. But sometimes, we're let down. 💔 Yet, we keep trusting. Because trust isn't about perfection; it's about believing in the goodness of hearts. We're warriors of silent courage, holding onto hope even when words fail us. 🙏 #samisjourney #autism #nonverbal #nonverbalautism #nonspeaking #learningdisability #severeautism #severelearningdisabilities #autismjourney #autismreality #TrustInOthers #ParentingJourney #SilentStrength #LoveUnspoken #HeartfeltTrust #SometimesWeFall #NeverStopBelieving #family #autismacceptance #autismawareness #son #autismparents #specialneedsparenting #hiddendisability #SpecialNeedsFamily #trust #reality #explore # #instadaily
When the light is too bright for me to open my eyes in photos, I often just don't! The photos still turn out just fine. This is an adjustment I sometimes make as an autistic model! I'm super light sensitive! . . . . #alternativefashion #nonbinarymodel #wheelchairmodel #teamzebedee #zebedeetalent #zebedeemodel #zebedeeactor #wheelchairdancer #disableddancer #disabledmodel #disabledactor #deaftalent #deafmodel #autisticmodel #deaf #actuallyautistic #nonspeaking #chronicallyill #braininjurysurvivor #ehlersdanlossyndrome #dysautonomia #adhd #audhd #losangelesmodel #disabledandcute #deafblind #hearingaids #babewithamobilityaid #nonbinary #deafcreator ID: A 3/4 shot of Wonder, a mixed race androgynous Nonbinary person with light skin and short dark curly hair is seated in their Quickie Q7 wheelchair outside in direct sunlight with their eyes closed. Their chair is forward, their hands are behind their head. They have a neutral expression. They are wearing a black button down with white buttons, a black sweater with gold rings on top, black pants, a time turner necklace, ASL ILY pins on their shirt collar, a diamond shaped they them pin on their shirt collar, a bee pin on their shirt collar, black metal elf ears, silver rings, a black headchain, 2 silver nose cuffs, black hearing aids and black wrist braces. Behind them is the blue sky, a white painted fence and 2 peach trees.
I do this pose whenever the sun is too bright for me to open my eyes! It works and it looks so cool. . . . . #nonbinarymodel #wheelchairmodel #teamzebedee #zebedeetalent #zebedeemodel #zebedeeactor #wheelchairdancer #disableddancer #disabledmodel #disabledactor #deaftalent #deafmodel #autisticmodel #deaf #actuallyautistic #nonspeaking #chronicallyill #braininjurysurvivor #ehlersdanlossyndrome #dysautonomia #adhd #audhd #losangelesmodel #disabledandcute #deafblind #hearingaids #walkingaids #babewithamobilityaid #nonbinary #deafcreator ID: A 1/2 shot of Wonder, a mixed race androgynous Nonbinary person with light skin and short dark curly hair is seated in their Quickie Q7 wheelchair outside in direct sunlight. Their chair is mostly not visible, they have one hand above their head casting a showing of their hand on their face. They are looking directly into the camera and they have a serious expression. They are wearing a black button down with white buttons, a black sweater with gold rings on top, black pants, a time turner necklace, ASL ILY pins on their shirt collar, a diamond shaped they them pin on their shirt collar, a bee pin on their shirt collar, black metal elf ears, silver rings, a black headchain, 2 silver nose cuffs, black hearing aids and black wrist braces. Behind them is the blue sky, a white painted fence and 2 peach trees.
I love that you can see my chair's rainbow shimmer paint in this photo! . . . . #nonbinarymodel #wheelchairmodel #teamzebedee #zebedeetalent #zebedeemodel #zebedeeactor #wheelchairdancer #disableddancer #disabledmodel #disabledactor #deaftalent #deafmodel #autisticmodel #deaf #actuallyautistic #nonspeaking #chronicallyill #braininjurysurvivor #ehlersdanlossyndrome #dysautonomia #adhd #audhd #losangelesmodel #disabledandcute #deafblind #hearingaids #walkingaids #babewithamobilityaid #nonbinary #deafcreator ID: A 3/4 shot of Wonder, a mixed race androgynous Nonbinary person with light skin and short dark curly hair is seated in their Quickie Q7 wheelchair outside in direct sunlight with their eyes closed. Their chair is angled, one hand is on their wheel and the other is in their knee. Their head is slightly tilted back. They have a neutral expression. They are wearing a black button down with white buttons, a black sweater with gold rings on top, black pants, a time turner necklace, ASL ILY pins on their shirt collar, a diamond shaped they them pin on their shirt collar, a bee pin on their shirt collar, black metal elf ears, silver rings, a black headchain, 2 silver nose cuffs, black hearing aids and black wrist braces. Behind them is the blue sky, a white painted fence and 2 peach trees.
Understanding Apraxia/Dyspraxia 🌟 Ever experienced the frustration of knowing exactly what you want to do, but your body just won't cooperate? That's the reality for many individuals living with apraxia/dyspraxia. Apraxia/dyspraxia is more than just a disorder that can lead to articulation errors; it's a complex neurological condition that impacts skilled movement. Imagine having the ability and the desire to perform certain actions, yet struggling to translate those thoughts into actions. It's like having a mental blueprint of what you want to do, but encountering a roadblock when trying to execute it. This condition challenges individuals to bridge the gap between intention and action. They can vividly conceptualize the task at hand, yet encounter difficulties in coaxing their bodies to follow through, especially when asked to replicate movements or perform on command. Interestingly, while these challenges may hinder deliberate actions, individuals with apraxia/dyspraxia often excel in spontaneous and automatic actions. It's a testament to the intricate nature of the human brain and how different areas can function independently. Spelling and text-based augmentative and alternative Communication (AAC) recognizes the challenges posed by the brain-body disconnect in individuals with motor planning difficulties. Unlike traditional modeling-based approaches, text-based AAC focuses on teaching the motor skills needed to access communication without relying solely on imitation. Even after observing a model repeatedly, some individuals may struggle to execute the motor plan. By acknowledging this disconnect, we can tailor interventions to effectively teach new motor plans, enabling access to letter boards and other essential skills previously out of reach. This approach also considers visual motor deficits, ensuring a more holistic and empowering communication journey. Are you ready to begin your child's journey to open communication? APT in Northbrook, IL is here to help. Visit us at amplifyingpotential.com for more information about our services! #ApraxiaAwareness #Neurodiversity #UnderstandingDifferences
Hi all! Lincoln had a tough day at school earlier this week unfortunately because something was off with his device. I had to guide the teachers to help them fix it but I think it was still acting up. That is one of Link major challenges. He gets really upset when something is not exactly the way he wants it or can’t find something. It’s so hard, especially when I can’t fix it for him right away! He felt better when he went to the playground at school later that day thankfully, and one of his teachers took this beautiful picture! #autismawarenessmonth #autismacceptancemonth #nonspeaking #fcvblogsquad #emotionregulation #aac #specialeducation
Friday Freebie: https://www.twinkl.com/l/6ri87 or link in bio! ✨ This FREE Phonics Activity Pack includes a variety of resources such as worksheets, games, an emergent reader, and more to support novice readers. ✨ #specialeducation #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityAwareness #EducationForAll #DiverseLearners #InclusionMatters #SpecialNeedsEducation #SupportSpecialEducation #EmpowerStudents #EqualityInEducation #MythBusting #DifferentNotLess #DisabilityRights #EducationIsForEveryone #twinkl #twinklusa #sped #spedteachers #autistic #nonspeaking #free #freebies #freeforteachers
16 more days til CAMA AAC Virtual Conference Saturday May 11th behind the scenes … we believe that everything has to be FUN! We learn our best when we are having fun! Join us for a day of learning and FUN🎉🎉🎉😊 #aac #nonspeaking #nonverbal #autism #presumecompetence #educate #fun www.educate4.com
Reading aloud is more than sharing a story; it's taking a journey together where every word strengthens our bond and expands our world. Let’s make these journeys unforgettable. #ReadingJourney #TogetherWeRead #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #specialeducationclassroom #specialedteacher #specialeducationteachers #earlychildhoodspecialeducation #autismteacher #autism #autismacceptance #autismawareness #neurodiversity #autismcommunity #communicationcards #nonspeaking #slp
Tonight Jace actually showed an interest in his AAC for the first time! Not only did he look at it but he also touched it a few times! This may be the start of him taking interest in it or he may not do it again, who knows but tonight he did and I’m so proud of him! #autism #nonspeaking #aaccommunication
How we define autism at our house. 💙💪🏻💙 What’s your definition? More autism awareness. More autism acceptance. . . . #spreadlove #autism #autismmom #autismjourney #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #asd #unstoppable #able #talented #intelligent #magnetic #disability #disabilityawareness #neurodiversity #kindness #inclusionrevolution
It has been a crazy busy week around our house. I haven’t had time to even think of a post. But today I got this picture from school because they noticed Fletch was having a hard time in the cafeteria and tried out some headphones for him. He loved it! And looked mighty cute too. Hope your week is going well! #autism #nonspeaking #headphones
Trying something new with the modeling of my P2G I’m still trying to learn ASL so this is something I’m going to practice with. #accuser #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #nonspeakers #autismacceptancemonth #level3autism #highsupportneeds #proloquo2go #aacawareness #autismacceptance #nonspeakingautistics #asl #signlanguage
Thursdays are Spelling Days: SOME HOPE GOING STRONG. BOYHOOD IS TOUGH, SUPPORT NEEDED FASTER. IS QUITE NEW AND SCARY After Gabe spelled each word he went to his device and typed it. He is getting faster at spelling with the letter board and typing on his device. Typing is not as easy for him. I kept thinking about what he was saying. “Some hope going strong” this is positive! “Boyhood is tough, support needed faster. Is quite new and scary” Wow! Needing more support is something he shares about a lot. I am proud of him for being able to identify that he feels scared. Ingrid told him he is not alone in feeling this way. She is right! When he finished he was happy and laughing again. What a relief it must be to get that out. We have been reading Underestimated: An Autism Miracle, by JB Handley and his son Jamison Handley. I did not get to hear all of it yet, but Caroline finished reading it to Gabe. Each night we shed many tears. I highly recommend it, please get this book if you have an interest in learning about this method of communication. It makes you feel hopeful and it also makes you feel regret. For not presuming competence and for not giving Gabe this opportunity sooner. He is not yet 15 and he is on his way to freedom. I know it. We have a lot to discuss with Gabe tonight. @ckcrab7 #autism #apraxia #spelling #rpm #s2c #nonverbal #nonverbalautism #nonspeaking #autismawareness #autismacceptance
📞Phone calls can be extremely challenging for autistic people. Here are some of the reasons why: 1️⃣ Phone calls are unpredictable and there is no time to prepare for an answer or to process information. 2️⃣There is no body language in a phone call, which makes it even harder than normal to interpret what you mean and to process information. 3️⃣It is even harder than usual to gauge social cues. It gets super difficult to know when is our time to speak. 4️⃣Unexpected phone calls change your expected plans and make it difficult to transition from one activity to another. 5️⃣Phone calls can feel more intense and the autistic person might feel pressured to say 'yes' to everything. 💫Please, for sessions or other queries, contact me by: 📱Whatsapp ✉️Email 💬Text #autismacceptance #autismcelebration #autisticadults #inclusivecommunication #autisticcommunity #actuallyautistic #autistic #autisticpride #autisticsupport #phonecalls #autisticburnoutisreal #autisticmasking #autismselfcare #nonspeaking #processingdelay #NeurodivergentCommunity #neurodiversity #neurodiversitycelebrationweek
Let's go on a scavenger hunt! #TechAbilitiesConsulting #AAC #ComplexCommunicationNeeds #NonSpeaking #aacForAll #Communication #inclusion #languagedevlopment #boardofeducation #schoolboard #assistivetechnology #aacslp #atp #njdoe #specialeducation #departmentofeducation #augcomm #totalcommunication #speechandlanguage #speechtherapy #speechandlanguagetherapy #speechtherapist #nonverbal #autism #learningdifficulties #learningdisabilities #delayedspeech #sen #senparent #senteacher
unbelievable, yet frustratingly believable, that this happened to a friend of ours whose daughter also has #PittHopkinsSyndrome. (also weirdly satisfying that people learned that being nonspeaking doesn’t necessarily mean quiet!!) #disability #DisabilityAdvocate #DisabilityJustice #CenteringDisability #DisabilityTravel #DisabledLivesAreWorthy #DisabledChild #Ableism #JustSayDisabled #AntiAbleist #DisabledIsNotABadWord #PittHopkins #PittHopkinsSyndrome #IntellectuallyDisabled #AccessForAll #ADA #AmericansWithDisabilities #WheelchairLife #DisabledKid #AccessibleTravel #NonverbalCommunication #NonspeakingChild #Nonspeaking #Nonverbal #BodyLanguage #ASL #Communication #PresumeCompetence
“Going nonverbal” has been a term used by the autism community for a long time, and it needs to stop. Y’all are all for supporting marginalized voices until it goes against what you want for yourself. Start listening to us. Start respecting us. Stop using our terms. #nonverbalautism #nonverbal #nonspeaking #nonspeakingautism #actuallyautistic #autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance
Do you agree? What has worked for your students/classroom? ✨ #specialeducation #InclusiveEducation #DisabilityAwareness #EducationForAll #DiverseLearners #InclusionMatters #SpecialNeedsEducation #SupportSpecialEducation #EmpowerStudents #EqualityInEducation #MythBusting #DifferentNotLess #DisabilityRights #EducationIsForEveryone #twinkl #twinklusa #sped #spedteachers #autistic #nonspeaking
We were happy to catch up with VoyageOhio on our previous story! Link in bio :) Thank you for the feature, we love sharing our story <3 #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #accesss2c #spellers #nonspeakers #community #presumecompetence #nonspeaking #motor #apraxia #autism #ds #spelling #communication #advocacy
As neurodiverse acceptance is on the rise, more and more parents are looking for ways to support their younger children on and off the boards! Check out these tips for working with littles from S2C practitioner, Lisa Morgan. 👉 https://i-asc.org/littles-tips-for-practitioners-and-parents/ #littles #s2c #spellingtocommunicate #aac #nonspeaking #minimallyspeaking #unreliablyspeaking #s2cpractitioner #autismacceptance #neurodiversity #autismacceptancemonth #access #nonspeakingdoesnotequalNonThinking
5 weeks old, just a few more weeks until he comes home! Look at those paws for 5 weeks! 🐾