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What is AAC? A Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Do you have a family member who is unable to communicate their needs verbally? If so, you might have heard the term AAC or Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is a combination of systems and strategies that replace or supplement speech. In this guide, we will be discussing some of the most common questions about

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When to Start Speech Therapy If Your Child Isn’t Talking Yet

A child’s first word and first step are expected around their first birthday. However speech and language milestones are not hard rules. The truth is, some children develop faster or slower than others. A Speech Therapist can help you identify where your child is in terms of their developmental milestones. So, when should parents and

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Speech Therapy for Dyslexia and other Language-Based Learning Difficulties

Are you worried that your child has problems with reading, writing, and spelling? If so, you might find this information about language-based learning difficulties (LLDs) useful. The most widely-known LLD is Dyslexia, which is when one has difficulty with reading. Unlike other learning disabilities, LLDs are not caused by problems with vision, hearing, or an

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4 Steps to Autism (ASD) Diagnosis, Funding, and Treatment in BC (Updated 2026)

A practical guide for BC families covering the current four-step pathway from referral to funding, plus what you need to know about the major changes on the horizon. ⚠ Important: The autism funding landscape is changing In February 2026, the BC government announced it will phase out the existing Autism Funding program and replace it

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