Ultimately it will take an evaluation from speech a language pathologist knowledgeable in AAC to determine if a communication device is appropriate for your loved one. Below in Step 1 there are four simple questions to get you started.

STEP 1

Is there a communication device appropriate for my loved one?

• Does the individual have difficulty expressing their wants, needs, feelings, and thoughts in one or more environments?
• Do you or others have to focus, have background knowledge or ask multiple questions to understand what that person is saying?
• Does the individual become frustrated when attempting to communicate? Do they sometimes give up?
• Does the individiual understand more than they are able to express?

STEP 2

If you answered Yes to one or more of the questions above, then it would be worthwhile to have your loved one evaluated by Speech Lanugage Pathologist knowledgeable in AAC.

• Find an SLP in your area at SLPLocator.com
• Find a DynaVox Sales Consultant in your area that can help recommend an SLP

STEP 3

If the SLP determines that your loved one would benefit from a communication device they will perform an evaluation with a device to identify the one that best fits your loved ones needs and abilities.