TechOWL offers free, virtual Early Intervention AAC and AT Consultations in Philadelphia

If you work with or know a young child who may need augmentative and alternative communication or assistive technology, we’re here to help.

What is an Early Intervention Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Consultation?

Early intervention AAC consultations are offered for families and interdisciplinary teams working with children below the age of three who demonstrate speech and language delays. These consultations are virtual one-on-one meetings with a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist who offers AAC guidance and resources to teams to help facilitate functional language development. 

What is an Assistive Technology (AT) Consultation?

Early intervention AT consultations are offered to families and interdisciplinary teams working with children below the age of three as virtual one-on-one meetings to make daily tasks more accessible. AT consultations may be beneficial to teams working with children who have low-vision, hearing impairment, or mobility challenges.

Who is eligible for an Early Intervention AAC and AT Consultation?

Children younger than age 3 who:

• Live in Philadelphia
• Have communication delays, mobility difficulties, low vision, or hearing impairment
• Need assistance learning self-care tasks (feeding, dressing, potty training)

Early Intervention AAC and AT Consultation Set Up and Outcome

Consultations may be requested by:

• Supports Coordinators
• Health care providers
• Service providers (PT, OT, SLP)
• Childcare providers

After consultation, parents are notified of next steps and the child’s team is offered support throughout the process of acquiring, learning and implementing the AAC or AT.

More Information

For more information on Early Intervention AAC and AT Consultation, please email hali.strickler@temple.edu. 

Learn about all services offered by TechOWL at techowlpa.org.