National Speech Language Hearing Month 2025

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month – a month to celebrate individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and the teams who support them.

Your speech therapist or speech-language pathologist (SLP) is usually the most influential professional on your loved one’s AAC team. They serve individuals with a variety of speech or language difficulties –whether present from birth or acquired through injury or disease. They provide evaluations and treatment for individuals who have cerebral palsy, autism, Rett's, Down Syndrome, apraxia, ALS, traumatic brain injury, and other unique situations. We respect so many qualities they possess.

As this important profession reaches a milestone anniversary, let’s recognize some of the amazing ways SLPs share their clinical skills and provide guidance when it comes to AAC.

The Influential Role of the Speech-Language Pathologists

• SLPs evaluate an individual’s needs and abilities and lead the team in identifying the most appropriate AAC solution
• They also play a primary role in completing insurance funding requests for an AAC device, when applicable
• SLPs help your loved one get started with an AAC device, accessories, and vocabulary
• They offer guidance and goals for language development
• SLPs customize vocabulary as your loved one’s language and communication grows
• They teach other members of the team how to model words on the AAC system
• They connect you to resources and professionals
• SLPs champion for communication rights for everyone

Speech-Language Pathologists at PRC-Saltillo

Training and Education

At PRC-Saltillo, SLPs strive to help you and your teams achieve AAC success:

• Developing and teaching live and eLearning courses through AAC Learning Journey
• Creating research-based support materials including the 2025 Calendar and Literacy Planner as well as numerous resources on the AAC Language Lab®
• Sharing valuable tips and information through video on YouTube™ and other social media channels
• Coaching parents and professionals to be effective communication partners
• Preparing reusable, ready-to-go therapy tools you can purchase on the eStore

Learn more about the benefits of AAC training and why learning from clinicians makes a difference.

AAC Consultants

Most PRC-Saltillo Consultants are also SLPs. Their clinical integrity guides their service to you before, during, and after your communication device is delivered. Learn more about what your consultant can do for you.

Thank you for all that you do to help your clients find their voice. Your daily work is transformative!