UCF AAC Lab

05/11/2026

We’re recruiting volunteers at the FAAST Atlantic Regional Demonstration Center.

Gain hands-on experience with assistive technology while supporting community outreach, device loans, and device demonstrations.

📩 atlanticrdc@faast.org

05/08/2026

Built-in, free assistive technology on your iPhone and iPad.

Use the Accessibility Assistant in the Shortcuts app to find features based on your needs and create a personalized list of free resources in Notes.

05/05/2026

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month 🤍

Let’s recognize the impact of speech-language pathologists and audiologists in supporting communication, hearing, and access across the lifespan.

Their work helps individuals connect, participate, and be heard.

Once again, May’s National Speech-Language-Hearing Month (NSLHM) will be an active time for raising awareness of communication and swallowing disorders—and the life-changing work of audiologists and speech-language pathologists. ASHA staff and member volunteers have organized several outreach ef...

04/30/2026

✨ Neurodiverse Support Apps ✨

A roundup of tools for focus, organization, routines, self-regulation, self-monitoring, and accessible reading.

From growing a virtual tree while you stay on task, to visual schedules, mood tracking without long writing, and text-to-speech for easier reading, these apps support different needs in everyday life.

Tools like these can help you build systems that work for you 💛

04/22/2026

National Assistive Technology (AT) Awareness Day 💙

AT tools are essential for many individuals. They support learning, work, communication, independence, and participation in everyday life.

Today highlights the importance of ensuring access so everyone who needs them can use what works for them.

At FAAST, we support this through device demonstrations, trainings, our lending library, and community outreach!

Learn more: https://ataporg.org/policy-and-advocacy/national-at-awareness-day/

Explore our lending library: https://faast.org/library/

04/16/2026

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Your voice is essential for connection and communication. Take time to check in on your vocal health and build habits that support it.

Watch and learn from voice experts here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwoYUL28oNQ&t=11s

04/11/2026

World Parkinson’s Day 💙

More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s disease.

Through Parkinson’s Awareness Month and beyond, provides resources, support, and community for individuals with Parkinson’s and their loved ones.

Raising awareness helps support research, care, and a stronger, more connected community.

Learn more at: Parkinson.org/Awareness

04/01/2026

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month 🩵

Every person communicates, learns, and experiences the world differently, and every voice deserves to be heard.

Autism acceptance means recognizing and respecting these differences while supporting inclusion, access, and belonging.

As part of this, communication access matters. AAC can support expression, connection, and participation in everyday life.

03/30/2026

03/26/2026

March 26th is Epilepsy Awareness Day. Knowing how to recognize and respond to a seizure can make a life-saving difference.

The Epilepsy Foundation offers a free online Seizure First Aid & Recognition course to help individuals feel prepared and informed. Access the course here: https://learn.epilepsy.com/courses/seizure-first-aid-cert-ondemand

03/24/2026

Making a dancing inflatable accessible with a Power Link 💡
This setup creates opportunities for individuals to interact with and control their environment while supporting independence.
At the FAAST Center, we offer assistive technology like Power Links and switches that can be used to activate and control a variety of items like this. We provide free demonstrations, trainings, and device loans so individuals and families can explore what works best for them.
Interested in scheduling a visit? Email us at: atlanticrdc@faast.org