Village Voices Speech Therapy & Assistive Technology Services

05/19/2026

Concerned about skill regression without school-based speech therapy services during the summer? Sign up for summertime speech & language sessions with us!

☀️Work with a licensed SLP from Village Voices Speech Therapy & Assistive Technology Services to address personalized goals

☀️Services can support augmentative & alternative communication (AAC) device use, articulation, language delays, vocabulary expansion, social skills, and more

☀️Openings available for preschool - high school students in CT & MA (if you live in a different state, I have other options for you!)

☀️Sessions conveniently held in homes, community locations, or via telehealth

☀️Flexible scheduling available to ensure time for vacations, camps, & other summer fun!

Let’s work together! Send a DM or contact me via the link in bio.

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05/13/2026

You’ve gone through the lengthy evaluation process to figure out which augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device is the best fit. You got the device purchased/funded. It is now sitting in front of you and suddenly the optimism blends with confusion, leaving you feeling frazzled and uncertain about what to do next.

I get it, really! I also used to feel that way, but after working on, and with, teams to navigate the complexities of technology within real life, I came up with a way to tackle it in a practical way. My approach makes language modeling manageable within real, everyday life. It guides communication device use to be genuine and meaningful.

I have refined the concept over my 13 years as an SLP, and I’m proud to say that it has helped hundreds of other SLPs and families realize that hey, using AAC at home can be natural and seamless. It is NOT scary, it is NOT overwhelming, and it is NOT just one more thing to check off on a never ending to-do list.

It would mean the world to me if my approach could help you, too. Grab my AAC Modeling Map and follow along for deeper AAC learning opportunities. Click the link in my bio to download the doc while it’s FREE and share it with at least 1 person who needs a nudge forward, too!

Bottom line: AAC modeling can become easier using my free resource, link in bio!

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05/01/2026

Village Voices Speech Therapy offers unique levels of support to take the overwhelm out of AAC. Teaching communication skills, offering guidance to teams, answering questions, and lending a friendly hand are our specialties!

Clients who need help learning communication skills - Check out our AAC therapy service.

Parents and caregivers who aren’t sure how to use AAC in their busy home lives - AAC coaching can help!

SLPs and other professionals who have a desire to more deeply support their clients who use AAC - Our customized AAC Professional Mentorship service is for you.

Anybody looking to learn more about specific AAC topics - Keep an eye out for our workshops and courses.

You have the AAC questions swimming around in your head, and I have the answers, so let’s connect to move your journey forward! Tap the link in bio to find a service that is right for you 🤝

technology

04/22/2026

We know that assistive technology is important every single day, but today it gets extra love and attention! Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is one type of assistive technology (AT). It provides people who have communication differences with opportunities to connect, interact, and engage with our world. So many types of AAC tools exist, it can be mind-boggling! Let me break it down for you:

🔵Lite/low-tech = paper-based, no voice output, person points to symbol/word and communication partner views message, helpful for modeling language and for short exchanges; Pro Tip- laminate them for use during water based activities

🔵Mid-tech = battery-operated (think AA or AAA!), pre-record messages, push button for voice output, helpful for engaging quickly and for gaining someone’s attention; Pro Tip- always record messages using an age and gender appropriate voice

🔵High-tech = apps and software presented on a tablet or computer, plug in for battery recharge, say any message imaginable using synthesized speech (think Siri voice!); Pro Tip- it can take lots of time and practice to learn the device but the benefits are beyond worth it!

Talk to me about the AAC evaluation process to figure out which device(s) are best for you, your loved one, or your client. I’m here to help make communication accessible for all!

Video description: camera pans a display of lite/low-, mid-, and high-tech AAC devices

AugComm

04/21/2026

04/21/2026

As a mom of little boys and an SLP who intuitively designs creative play, I’ve learned to embrace messes! (Trust me though, I used to run away from them…)

Encouraging kids (and adult communication partners…) to let go and have fun with sensory experiences typically creates the most meaningful, and dare I say magical, communication opportunities. But how do you keep the expensive AAC devices safe and clean? Grab a clear shower cap, place it on top of the screen, and voila you have a cheap and easy solution that doesn’t interfere with touch screen capabilities. Pretty cool, right? 🤩 What other hacks do you use to protect your tech? Comment below!

Video description: Close up of a child playing with shaving cream while also touching an AAC device screen to express the message, “Wow! Feels sticky”

CommunicationForAll

04/10/2026

But I CAN acknowledge the hard stuff and tell you it’s going to be okay! And yeah, I’m a chocolate lover who may even share some with you 😉

Yes AAC can be complex, yes there is alwas new technology to keep up with (anybody else eyeballing all the new AI features in devices?!), yes including AAC in busy lives can feel overwhelming…but I promise it doesn’t have to leave you frazzled!

I have insight and tips that can make that stressful feeling melt away for parents, SLPs, and anybody else jumping into the AAC world.

Comment below or send me a DM with your questions so I can help you realize it’s all going to be ok! 🫶



Video description: Camera zooms into a sign that reads, “Sometimes I just want somebody to hug me and say, ‘I know it’s hard. You’re going to be okay. Here is chocolate and 6 million dollars.’”

03/30/2026

My AAC evaluations almost always end in a recommendation for an AAC “system,” meaning the client uses different tools to communicate depending on the situation.

Talking about bath time routines and playing with water toys in the tub? Use a laminated, lite-tech paper board with symbols and text for “splash” and “go!”

Need quick participation in a smoothie making group activity? Let’s press a mid-tech button to exclaim when it’s time to “pour it!”

Time to chat at bedtime about a favorite book? Let’s create spontaneous phrases on a high-tech device!

I know I communicate with different tools like verbal speech, email, text messages, FaceTime, etc., so shouldn’t everyone have access to a variety of tools, too? 🤔

Comment below with your favorite AAC system tools ⬇️

03/28/2026

I’m here to spread awareness, information, and inspiration for all things AAC: exploring old and new technologies, thinking outside the box, getting creative with alternative access, busting myths, empowering professionals, supporting parents, and, ultimately, helping people achieve their fullest communication potentials.

I’m here to be the educator, the coach, the cheerleader, the leader, the partner in wherever you are at in your journey.

So don’t hesitate! Ask me your questions about augmentative and alternative communication. The big questions, the small questions - I’m here for it all so send me a DM and let’s chat!

03/27/2026

Using AAC devices everywhere shouldn’t be overwhelming and clunky, but it often can feel that way. Based on 13 years of experience guiding families and support teams, I developed a framework for effectively bringing augmentative and alternative communication into everyday settings.

I’ll be holding your hand to use this framework fully in an upcoming event (stay tuned! 🎉), but effective AAC implementation shouldn’t wait on me!

Comment FRAMEWORK to get a copy of my AAC Modeling Map - free for a limited time 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️