Tonight, JJ goes AAC! (That means Augmented and Alternative Communication).

In tonight’s episode of Speechless, JJ finally answers the question: “Why do you use Kenneth instead of a speech device?”

The answer is a complex one – because communication is a complex thing. That’s particularly true with AAC. It’s not the way most of us communicate – and so it can be difficult for a parent or teacher to support.

This week begins a three part series on Speech Generating Devices. We know you’ll enjoy these valuable tips and insights from our experts. Share them with teachers and professionals. Share them with your kids. And, most of all, share the belief that we all have so much to communicate! (And that’s especially true for the writers, cast, and crew of our favorite TV show!)

Tonight, JJ goes AAC! (That means Augmented and Alternative Communication).

In tonight’s episode of Speechless, JJ finally answers the question: “Why do you use Kenneth instead of a speech device?”

The answer is a complex one – because communication is a complex thing. That’s particularly true with AAC. It’s not the way most of us communicate – and so it can be difficult for a parent or teacher to support.

This week begins a three part series on Speech Generating Devices. We know you’ll enjoy these valuable tips and insights from our experts. Share them with teachers and professionals. Share them with your kids. And, most of all, share the belief that we all have so much to communicate! (And that’s especially true for the writers, cast, and crew of our favorite TV show!)

In this week’s episode of Speechless, JJ DiMeo confronts the challenge of loving chocolate too much. It’s a great episode, but it only hints at the many far more difficult challenges in the world of CP. From getting the supports needed for a good education, to dealing with the truly debilitating effects of body pains, to finding a life of love and understanding: having CP just makes things harder.

Which is not to say it makes them impossible. Instead, with understanding, shared commitment, and knowledge, a life with CP can be just what we all desire: typical.We hope you enjoy these weeks videos and the diverse and valuable insights from our experts.  In other words, life with CP is also like a box of chocolates. So eat up!

In this week’s episode of Speechless, JJ DiMeo confronts the challenge of loving chocolate too much. It’s a great episode, but it only hints at the many far more difficult challenges in the world of CP. From getting the supports needed for a good education, to dealing with the truly debilitating effects of body pains, to finding a life of love and understanding: having CP just makes things harder.

Which is not to say it makes them impossible. Instead, with understanding, shared commitment, and knowledge, a life with CP can be just what we all desire: typical.We hope you enjoy these weeks videos and the diverse and valuable insights from our experts.  In other words, life with CP is also like a box of chocolates. So eat up!

When we think about disabilities, most people often go to the emotional aspects of it. But for families, many issues are in fact simply about logistics! How do you deal with schedules, helpers, adaptations, and getting around? Just who does what? And, just plain and simple, how can you possibly get done all the things that need to get done?!?

In this week’s Speechless, we see what happens when Maya is sick and Kenneth has to take a day off. It doesn’t just rock the boat: it rocks a few worlds.

So we hope our experts this week – one a parent advocate and one a daughter – give us all some insights and thoughts that help us all navigate all the very practical challenges which flow through a life with disabilities.

When we think about disabilities, most people often go to the emotional aspects of it. But for families, many issues are in fact simply about logistics! How do you deal with schedules, helpers, adaptations, and getting around? Just who does what? And, just plain and simple, how can you possibly get done all the things that need to get done?!?

In this week’s Speechless, we see what happens when Maya is sick and Kenneth has to take a day off. It doesn’t just rock the boat: it rocks a few worlds.

So we hope our experts this week – one a parent advocate and one a daughter – give us all some insights and thoughts that help us all navigate all the very practical challenges which flow through a life with disabilities.