Kentucky Severe Weather 2025: If you use augmentative or alternative technology to communicate and have equipment lost of damaged due to a national disaster, we can help. Who we are: The USSAAC Disaster Relief Committee responds to natoinally declaed disasters on behalf of USSAAC members, people who use AAC, their families, and other stakeholders. We work collaboratively with other organizations to replace AAC tools and devices that are lost or dmaged. How Can We Help --I HAVE A NEED. If your AAC equipment has been lost or damaged, we can help with a replacement at no cost. Use the "I Have a Need" button at https://aacdisasteerrelief.recovers.org --I WANT TO DONATE. To support USSAAC's efforts with monetary donations, communication devices, AAC app codes, or other AAC-related items, use the "I Want to GIve" button at https://aacdisasterrelief.recovers.org --I WANT TO VOLUNTEER. Enter your skills and location using the "I Want to Volunteer" button at https://aacdisasterrelief.recovers.org FAQS What equipment is covered? Speech generating devices; access switches; device mounting sysems; communication books and boards; AAC device batteries and chargers What is NOT covered? Rent, lodging, transportation; food, clothing, shoes; diapers, car seats, formula; mobile phones or phone plans; non-AAC computers or tablets; consumer electronics; furniture, household items; medication, medical bills or supplies What happens next? Requests: we will contact you to get more deteailed information about your AAC needs. Donations: we will contact you when there is a need that matches your offer. Volunteers: We will contact you when there is a need that matches your skills, time and location. (Image: USSAAC Disaster Relief Committee; cloudy sky; all text as above). (fb)

Registration is now open for ISAAC’s Virtual Event 2025 – “Innovation, Inclusion, and Advocacy in AAC." Learn more and register today! Early Bird Rates for the ISAAC Virtual Event 2025 are in effect until September 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Remember, members get a significant discount! Join us for "Innovation, Inclusion & Advocacy in AAC" ISAAC's Virtual Event 2025 October 28-29, 2025 The conference will focus on advancing the field of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) by exploring cutting-edge research, technology advancements, and inclusive practices. We’re bringing together persons who use AAC and their families, researchers, practitioners, engineers, vendors, and advocates to discuss communication access, self-determination, mental health, education, and global perspectives, fostering collaboration and driving meaningful change in the field of AAC. Through lectures, interactive sessions, panel discussions, and virtual demonstrations, you’ll gain insights into currrent research, technological innovations, and real-world applications that empower persons who use AAC worldwide. (fb)