AAC support group

AAC support group

Half termly, face-to-face support group; meet other parents/guardians and share experiences.

By WWL Speech and Language Therapy Team

Select date and time

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:00 - 11:00 GMT+1

Location

To be announced

About this event

Welcome to the AAC support group!

Location: We have texted you the location separately. If you have not received this, please email wwl-tr.wiganAAC@nhs.net

Join us for an in-person gathering where you can connect with others who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. This is a safe space to share experiences, ask questions, and offer support to one another. Whether you're new to AAC or have been using it for years, all are welcome! Come meet other parents and guardians, learn new tips and tricks, and feel empowered in your communication journey.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this for?

Parents and guardians of children who use AAC and who live, attend school or have their GP in the Wigan borough.

Is this for children?

No, the session is to support parents and guardians around programming their child's device, and setting up situations that promote communication.

What will we talk about?

We will allow parents/guardians to input into the content. This may cover: programming devices; where to store words; how to find words; how to model language; any successes or problems you are having at home; strategies to help children use their device; process for getting/replacing a device.

Do I need to bring anything?

Your child's device or a copy of their pages in paper form (make sure they still have something to communicate with while the device is with you!).

Organised by

WWL Speech and Language Therapy Team