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Episode 43: Supporting Non-Speaking Clients: With Haylee Parfett
In this episode, Jackie and Caity sit down with Haylee Parfett, experienced Speech Pathologist and passionate advocate of Augmentative and Alternative Communication, to unpack what every clinician needs to know about AAC.
Haylee covers what AAC actually is, the different systems available, and the evidence behind one of the most common family concerns — will it stop or delay my child from speaking? She discusses how all clinicians can meaningfully support clients who use AAC, the importance of partner-modelling, and why communication is everyone's responsibility on the care team.
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