Is it ever too late for AAC?
Is it ever too late to introduce AAC?
Ruth Jones and Ali Battye say the answer is no - and they back it up with the kind of real-world examples that can change how you think about communication forever.
If you support an older child, teen, or adult who has never had robust AAC access, this conversation is a must-listen. Ruth and Ali unpack why the "too late" myth keeps showing up, especially for autistic people, people with learning disabilities, and young people whose AAC journey starts later because of access, cost, or outdated assumptions.
They explore what actually changes as children…
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