Everyone Communicates website -- Personal Stories

There is much to learn by reading the writings of people who use other methods besides speech to communicate (AAC). Our website has links to writings by over 100 people who use AAC to communicate. We invite you to read and learn and enjoy. 

Everyone Communicates - Main Page

www.everyonecommunicates.org

"As our name indicates, we believe that everyone communicates, in one way or another. We also believe that communication is a basic need in life. When an individual does not have fluent, natural speech, it is urgent that other methods of communication, often called augmentative or alternative communication (AAC), be explored exhaustively.  

Being unable to speak does not mean that an individual does not understand, cannot learn to communicate, or cannot think and reason.  It only means that the person has a barrier to communication.  With access to a variety of methods, and with creative, attentive, and dedicated people providing support, people with communication impairments caused by a wide range of disabilities can work to develop effective communication."  

Click on Personal Stories in the bar at the top to select from stories and writings by AAC Users, Family and Friends, or Facilitators and Professionals.  If you know of other writings to which we might link, please contact me at judybailey@aol.com .  Thank you.