Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) and its Role in the IEP  For Families with Disabilities

WHEN: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
TIME: 6:30 PM EST
WHERE: Zoom Webinar

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Guest Presenter: Guest Presenter: Kristin M. Ellis MS, CCC-SLP/L, Speech Language Pathologist & AAC Specialist with Time 2 Talk Therapy Services, LLC

The Pennsylvania Treasury’s Bureau of Savings Programs administers three savings programs designed to help Pennsylvanians build a better future. For more than 25 years, families have been using the PA529 College and Career Savings Program, Keystone Scholars, and/or PA ABLE Savings programs as a tax-advantaged way to save for a loved one’s expenses. Learn how you can save without jeopardizing government benefits, including medical assistance, housing assistance, student financial aid, and more!

This webinar will cover:

  • What is an Augmentative & Alternative Communication (ACC) Device?
  • Process of receiving an AAC Device.
  • Sections of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) impacted by AAC Devices.

 

*Registration is required!

Questions? Contact Kodi Berry at kberry@arcoflehighnorthampton.org.

The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties champions a life of inclusion, opportunity, and equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through advocacy, education, and supports.