Speech Pathology & Audiology

Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology
W121 Thompson Hall
SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
(716) 673-3202
SpeechPathology.Audiology
@fredonia.edu

Augmentative/Alternative Communication

Philosophy:

• Everyone communicates every day! We believe that AAC should support (augment) any existing speech, and that verbal speech is the preferred method of communication (if possible). However, if someone's verbal speech is not meeting his/her needs, then AAC should be considered.
   
• AAC does not inhibit the development of speech; rather, research shows that it supports speech development.
   
• We believe in aggressively seeking immediate solutions to communication deficits as people communicate every day. At the same time, we need to consider an individual's future communicative needs and development, so that the optimum communication system for each individual can be achieved.
   
• We consider all types of AAC, including both aided and unaided, and both high-tech and low-tech aids from a wide variety of sources.

Description:

• AAC services are provided through the Augmentative/Alternative Communication Clinical and Research Laboratory at W114 Thompson Hall, SUNY Fredonia.
   
• The AACCR Lab is directed by Dr. Bruce Wisenburn.

Program Goal(s):

• To provide a center for AAC assessment and treatment services, research, and clinical education.

Schedule:

• The Youngerman Center Clinic operates from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday during the University Academic Calendar.

Contact Information:

• Melissa Sidor, Clinic Director (716) 673- 3203
• Interested individuals can contact Dr. Bruce Wisenburn for additional information about AAC

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