AAC and Autism

21 November 2024

via Zoom courtesy of RCSLT

09:30-09:40 Welcome

09:40-11:10 Part 1: Neurodiversity affirming AAC support

Helen Robison: SLT, Barnsley Assistive Technology

11:10-11:20 Break

11:20-11:30 CM Conference Highlights

Melaine Boyle, Communication Matters Sponsored Place Winner

11:30-1:00 Part 2: GLP theory & AAC: current reflections and future considerations

Helen Robison, SLT, Barnsley Assistive Technology

1:00-1:30 Lunch

1:30 – 2:15 Sensory support for people with autism

Diana Pierags, OT, DOTS (Diana’s Occupational Therapy Service)

2:15-2:25 CM Conference Highlights

Marie Louise Johnson, Communication Matters Sponsored Place Winner

2.25-2.35 Break

2:35-2:45 CM Conference Highlights

Theresa Tanchak, Communication Matters Sponsored Place Winner

2.45-3.45 Researching semi speaking part time AAC use and its implications for our practice

Kim Mears, SLT Autism Early Support 

3.45-4.05 Breakout Groups: Share and discuss reflections on the day

4.05-4.10 Share an action and Goodbye

Members can find a link to the Study Day Zoom room in the Members’ Area of the website. If you are a 2024 Member you do not need to sign up for the session.