AAC Institute

AAC Institute We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the most effective communication for people who rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

The ICAN Talk Clinics provide service for all speech and AAC related services across the lifespan.

08/16/2025

🎶 LAST CALL! Don’t miss out on our Autism-Friendly Open Mic & Summer Picnic! Here’s everything you need to know:
Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: 36 Corbriwood Ln Gibsonia, PA 15044 United States
Bring: A side, salad, or dessert to share
We Provide: Snacks, soft drinks, and all instruments
Who: Everyone welcome, regardless of musical experience!
Join us for an afternoon of music, food, and fun!

More content curated by one of our awesome AAC Campers!
08/15/2025

More content curated by one of our awesome AAC Campers!

08/14/2025

Planning with Purpose (designed for parents/caregivers of children with special needs)
đź“… Wednesday, October 1, 2025
⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 PM

We’re excited to welcome our new friends from Zacharia Brown & Bratkovich PA for this special session!
Join attorney Justin Ellis as he shares key legal and financial strategies designed specifically for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs.

Space is limited – RSVP early to save your spot!
Visit: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/cymbdvp/lp/dc569c21-257e-4c15-a8c9-2390016b5032

This spud’s got range. From fashion statements to sentence starters. Every outfit is a conversation starter in speech t...
08/13/2025

This spud’s got range. From fashion statements to sentence starters. Every outfit is a conversation starter in speech therapy!

🧡✨ Every word, every message, we remember it all too well. ✨🧡
08/13/2025

🧡✨ Every word, every message, we remember it all too well. ✨🧡

📚✏️ Back to School = Back to Communication!A smooth start means making sure your student’s AAC system is ready to go. A ...
08/13/2025

📚✏️ Back to School = Back to Communication!

A smooth start means making sure your student’s AAC system is ready to go.
A Back-to-School AAC Checklist helps parents, teachers, and SLPs:
đź“Ś Confirm the device is charged & updated
đź“Ś Check vocabulary for upcoming classes & activities
đź“Ś Make sure the voice is still preferred
đź“Ś Share important info with the school team

When the AAC is ready, the student is ready to learn, connect, and shine.

🌶Salsa… with a side of problem-solving!Today’s therapy activity was making salsa, but it didn’t exactly turn out as plan...
08/12/2025

🌶Salsa… with a side of problem-solving!
Today’s therapy activity was making salsa, but it didn’t exactly turn out as planned. And that’s okay! When things don’t go perfectly, we get amazing opportunities for our AAC users to:
1. Talk about what happened
2. Problem-solve and make changes
3. Share opinions (good or bad!)
4. Use rich, real-world language in the moment
5. Talk about how it feels when expectations aren’t met

Success isn’t just completing a task with the intended outcomes. It’s the conversations, connections, meaning, and language we learn and use throughout that makes success!

Everyone experiences feelings, and everyone deserves a way to manage them.Teaching emotional regulation strategies isn’...
08/11/2025

Everyone experiences feelings, and everyone deserves a way to manage them.

Teaching emotional regulation strategies isn’t just about calming down. It’s about recognizing emotions, knowing what helps, and being able to communicate those needs.

For AAC users, this might mean:
Having quick-access buttons for “I need a break” or “I feel frustrated”
Using visuals to identify emotions
Practicing calming routines like deep breathing or stretching
Role-playing how to ask for help

When we give AAC users the tools to understand and express their emotions, we’re empowering them to navigate the world with confidence and connection.

How do you practice emotional regulation with the AAC users in your lie?

🍕 A huge thank you to Conti's Pizzeria & Pit for generously hosting a delicious pizza party for our AAC Campers! Your su...
08/08/2025

🍕 A huge thank you to Conti's Pizzeria & Pit for generously hosting a delicious pizza party for our AAC Campers! Your support helped make Day 2 extra special and extra cheesy!

\We’re so grateful for local businesses like yours that help us create unforgettable memories and inclusive experiences.

Reminder: Our Virtual AAC Parent Group is TONIGHT! Join us this evening for connection, support, and real talk with othe...
08/07/2025

Reminder: Our Virtual AAC Parent Group is TONIGHT!

Join us this evening for connection, support, and real talk with other AAC families. Whether you're just starting your AAC journey or have years of experience, this space is for you!

📅 Tonight – 7:30 PM EST
đź”— Fill out the form to get the link (https://forms.gle/cEtkDCafcSqHRVqZA) or email Christine at clepore@aacinstitute.org to join.

We can’t wait to see you there!

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors who made AAC Camp 2025 possible! Your generous support helps us provide...
08/07/2025

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors who made AAC Camp 2025 possible! Your generous support helps us provide meaningful, inclusive, and empowering experiences for AAC users and their families all while exploring the city of Pittsburgh.

Because of you, communication was celebrated, friendships were formed, and memories were made. We are deeply grateful!

Address

1100 Washington Ave
Carnegie, PA
15106

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14124895527

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