Inclusive Solutions

28/07/2026

❓How many symbols are there in Boardmaker 7?

Looking to easily add symbols to your AAC Communication Book or teaching resources?

Boardmaker 7 has over 80 000 symbols in a variety of libraries! These save you time when creating resources, and provides options for creating resources for a wide range of needs.

You will have access to

*PCS

*PCS Thinline

*PCS Classic

*PCS Country Library

*PCS High Contrast Library

*PCS InContext Library

Learn more here: https://www.inclusivesolutions.co.za/online-shop/Boardmaker-7-p363851856

23/07/2026

❓How are you helping a switch user develop their skills?

Our favourite way to teach switch skills is using the games and activities from .

Targeting and timing skills help learners interact with the right object at the right moment. This may involve

*selecting a target in a fixed place
*waiting for a moving object
*or responding when something appears in a different position.

These skills build on earlier 'attention and timing' work and help learners develop more accurate, purposeful interaction.

Learn more here: https://youtu.be/UiBWeqwNfRg?si=iYU1aIpS3Uw2ssAp

Don't have a HelpKidzLearn subscription? Get yours here: https://www.inclusivesolutions.co.za/online-shop/HelpKidzLearn-Subscription-Games-and-Activities-p729248184

Offline versions are also available in our Switch Skills range!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

21/07/2026

📌REMINDER TO THE DEPARTMENTS OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH
You have access to Assistive Technology

We carefully curated a catalogue filled with over 100 pages of assistive technology available on the National Tender RT275-2024. This includes AAC, educational tools, access devices, sensory products, and software designed to support communication, learning, participation, and independence.

To make things easier, you can download the full catalogue or simply access the sections most relevant to your needs.

Explore the catalogue here: https://www.inclusivesolutions.co.za/rt275-2024

Information about the products available on the National Speech Therapy and Assistive Devices Tender RT275-2024.

15/07/2026

❓Are you a parent whose child uses AAC? or

❓Are you thinking about implementing AAC for your child?

You’re not alone and this workshop on 22 July 2026 from is here to help.

Designed especially for parents, this friendly, hands-on session offers practical guidance, support and plenty of opportunities to ask questions in a welcoming environment.

Come and build your confidence with the basics of Grid and discover ways to support communication more effectively at home.

Please note: You will need access to Grid 3 to take part. You can download a trial version of the software here: https://thinksmartbox.com/try-grid/. Then register here: https://eng.academy.thinksmartbox.com/plus/catalog/courses/745

02/07/2026

We are part of the 2026 cohort of the Injini - Africa's EdTech Accelerator & Think Tank Fellows. So inspiring to meet and learn with other teams who are similarly focused on solving some of the challenges in education across Africa. Inclusion for everybody is at the heart of what we do, and we’ll be doing it even better with the support of the Mastercard Foundation. Watch this space…. 💕

26/05/2026

✨ Say it clearly. Say it confidently with Grid 3

Did you know that for many AAC users, fixing typing errors can take up a third of the time spent creating a message?

That’s where the Fix tool in Grid 3 by Smartbox makes a real difference 💬

Using AI, the Fix tool quickly:
✔️ Corrects spelling and grammar
✔️ Expands abbreviations
✔️ Fills in missing letters and spaces

With just one activation, a message can be transformed into clear, complete communication. This helps users express themselves faster and more confidently.

The user stays in control. They can review, edit, accept or undo the changes before the message is spoken 💡

For AAC users, this isn’t just about fixing text. It is about reducing effort, keeping up with conversations, and being heard in the moment.

🎥 Watch the short video below to see the Fix tool in action!

https://youtu.be/lqYoNOASeDM?si=wI_paxtOkm3vcbxC

2 likes. "Getting started with Fix in Grid 3"

19/05/2026

🌟 Finding His Voice: Asher's journey with AAC

We love stories about AAC users like Asher.

Asher is a young autistic boy who is non-speaking. Like our autistic non-speaking clients, Asher uses Grid for iPad and he is discovering the power of communication in his own way 💬

His mom, Rita says:

“I see his confidence growing… our connection is stronger and richer… it has given Asher the power to be heard.”

For Asher, Grid for iPad isn’t just a communication tool. It’s opened a door to independence, connection, and joy.

Let us help you learn more about Grid for iPad and how to implement AAC: https://www.inclusivesolutions.co.za/contact

12/05/2026

✨ Find the right vocabulary with TD Snap AAC

What makes TD Snap a powerful AAC software? The variety of page sets, each tailored to different communication styles, abilities, and goals.

💬 So, which page set is right for you?

🔵 Core First
Ideal for communicators at any stage of language development.
Built around core vocabulary (words we use every day), it supports language growth, sentence building, and literacy development.

🟢 Motor Plan
Perfect for individuals with complex access needs or those benefiting from consistency.
Words in the same place, helps users develop motor memory and faster communication over time.

🟡 Express
Designed for early communicators or those who need a simple starting point.
Uses topic-based words and phrases to quickly express wants, needs, and feelings.

🟣 Text
Best suited for users who are literate or transitioning to text-based communication.
Supports typing and more advanced language use.

🔷 Aphasia

Specifically designed for adults with aphasia, supporting both communication and language recovery.

With access via touch, eye gaze, or switches, TD Snap can be personalised to meet each individual’s unique needs because communication is not one-size-fits-all.

At Inclusive Solutions South Africa, we’re here to help you find the right AAC solution for every communicator. Contact us for a quote today:https://www.inclusivesolutions.co.za/online-shop/TD-Snap-p207660090. This is available on the RT275-2024 Speech Therapy & Assistive Devices Tender.

Palsy

04/05/2026

✨ Say it clearly. Say it confidently with Grid 3

Did you know that for many AAC users, fixing typing errors can take up a third of the time spent creating a message?

That’s where the Fix tool in Grid 3 by Smartbox makes a real difference 💬

Using AI, the Fix tool quickly:
✔️ Corrects spelling and grammar
✔️ Expands abbreviations
✔️ Fills in missing letters and spaces

With just one activation, a message can be transformed into clear, complete communication. This helps users express themselves faster and more confidently.

The user stays in control. They can review, edit, accept or undo the changes before the message is spoken .

For AAC users, this isn’t just about fixing text. It is about reducing effort, keeping up with conversations, and being heard in the moment.

🎥 Watch the short video below to see the Fix tool in action!

https://youtu.be/lqYoNOASeDM?si=wI_paxtOkm3vcbxC

2 likes. "Getting started with Fix in Grid 3"

30/04/2026

👀When an Eye Gaze device is set up with intention we give users the best chance at autonomy👀

Eye Gaze users depend on others to set up their system so they can use it comfortably and confidently. This post from Institute is worth saving and revisiting if you assist an Eye Gaze user.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1BAhUuXcsr/