_By Andy DuBois-White, M.S., Ed. December is a month we all equate with a few things. If you are in most of United States you may think of snow, cold, ice. Maybe a snow day here or there. You could also be thinking about all those holidays we celebrate. December is a month FULL of so many holidays maybe some you didn’...

By Jason Smith, PRC Regional Consultant How do I get him to initiate communication with the device? This is a common refrain from parents and caregivers early on in the AAC process. For evaluating therapists and those who consult with them, it can be a rather high-pressure proposition, as you may only have one session in...

By Deanna Severson, M.S.,CCC-SLP One of the greatest side benefits of being a PRC consultant is becoming acquainted with a vast number of people who are not only clients but are the likes of teachers, aides, therapists and family members. Most often, they are generous, kind, bright and inspiring people who always seem to ...

By Kaylee White, Ghergish & Co. For many people in this country, speaking English is like walking—it seems to come to them without effort. But for immigrants of all ages, mastering English means taking on a language that isn’t their native tongue. Young people especially can be affected by the resources availab...

By Betty Carter, M.A., CCC-SLP, PRC Consultant “I learn something new every day!” Most of us have made this statement at one time or another in our lives. In my line of work, it’s definitely true. Although, I’m only 2 years into my role as a PRC consultant, I’ve been a speech therapist for around sixteen y...

By Hank Poore, PRC Blogger This morning I did the Georgia half marathon. I did it with the Kyle Pease Foundation out of Atlanta. I ran with random people as my team. We had a pre race dinner the night before at our hotel that we stayed at. I also got to hang out with some of my friends that I met because of the Kyle P...