Disaster Preparedness, Response & Recovery and the AAC Community
Universal Voices: The Right to be Heard, Move and Belong
Join us April 30, 2026 β May 1, 2026
People who rely on AAC, as well as others with hearing, reading, seeing, understanding, speaking, and remembering limitations, are especially vulnerable during and after a natural disaster or a local emergency/incident. However, these individuals and/or their advocates are almost never βat the tableβ when communities engage in disaster planning and drills. First responders (professional and volunteer) and disaster workers are often unaware of their needs. This interactive presentation will challenge AAC stakeholders to “own” emergency/disaster preparedness as part of our βjob/responsibilitiesβ. We will explore ideas, resources, materials, examples, and lessons learned. AAC stakeholders alone can identify individuals who rely on AAC and can help them, and their families, prepare for the personal or family emergency that is likely to happen, as well as the catastrophic event that everyone hopes will never happen.
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ΒιΆΉΙη
545 Eucalyptus Avenue
Hillsborough, CA 94010-6404
T: 650-696-7295
F: 650-342-7598
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ΒιΆΉΙη serves children ages 3β13 with extensive speech and physical disabilities through a comprehensive, interdisciplinary program based in Hillsborough, CA.
Explore the core programs and strategies that define ΒιΆΉΙη’s approach to education and access.
AAC by the Bay
April 30 – May 1, 2026
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Programs, Strategies and Perspectives β Setting the Standard
Bridge to Life extends the expertise of ΒιΆΉΙη to individuals from infancy through adulthood, offering personalized services that support communication, access, and learning across all stages of life.
Explore the core programs and strategies that define ΒιΆΉΙη’s approach to education and access.
AAC by the Bay
April 30 – May 1, 2026
Join us in-person or via live stream!
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives β Setting the standard
Accepting Applications for Teacher in Residence for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives β Setting the standard
05/16/25 9-10:30 AM
CVI Webinar #10: My Story, My Way: A Personalized Approach to Social Stories with Rebecca Matthews Carlson
Programs, Strategies and Perspectives β Setting the standard
05/16/25 9-10:30 AM
CVI Webinar #10: My Story, My Way: A Personalized Approach to Social Stories with Rebecca Matthews Carlson
ΒιΆΉΙη is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who need support in developing a voice of their own. Your charitable donation makes a significant difference in the level of support we are able to provide to children and their families locally, nationally and globally. Donate today!
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Spring 2025 – Conversation Series on CVI and AAC with Dr. Christine Roman Lantzy