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Expression Connection

Expression Connection

Expression Connection is a program of the DSCBA Educational Alliance. Through this program, we ensure that children who have communication and speech difficulty due to Down syndrome have access to Augmentative Alternative Communication systems (AAC). It is our goal to make sure every individual is empowered and has the ability to communicate. We offer a lending library of AAC devices, consultations and training presentations. To learn more about the program, please see our information guide here.

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Thank you to the California Communication Access Foundation for giving the gift of expression to our members and education to their families and schools!

Low Tech Library

Children and adults with moderate to severe speech impairments benefit from alternative and additional ways to talk. Communication boards are a great low-tech AAC tool to quickly improve basic communication. These boards can also be utilized as visual supports to help with comprehension and/or following multi step tasks.  Explore our inventory here. 

How the library works

Find a board and print!  Select the pdf file, download it to your device and print.
Customize. Did you find a board that will work but needs a little personalization such as pictures, names, etc.? Customization of a board can be requested by submitting this form.

Low Tech Library Inventory

 

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Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Inventory

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AAC Lending Library

We also have various devices in our AAC lending library. Check out what we have here.

If you are interested in borrowing from the AAC lending library, please contact:  AAC@dscba.org 

  • Download a copy of the Loan Agreement here.

AAC Resources

The following presentations have been presented at the DSCBA:

  • PRAACTICAL AAC: A blog about the state of the field, sharing information about implementing AAC strategies, providing resources and discussing news of interest to the AAC community.
  • YAACK: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Connecting Young Kids (YAACK) is a website that covers issues related to AAC and young children.
  • AAC INSTITUTE: A nonprofit, charitable organization dedicated to the most effective communication for people who rely on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
  • BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL: The Augmentative Communication Program has a rich history in the design, development and research of assistive technology in issues related to augmentative communication.
  • SPECTRONICS: A great resource for AAC communication-based apps.
  • ACTS: ACTS has provided AAC and AT services in the Bay Area since 1982. In addition to services, ACTS contains a wealth of information regarding best practices in AAC and funding.

Speech / Communication Resources