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A Simple Software Change Gives My Angel a Better Voice

As the parent of an Angel, change is often necessary. Recently, I decided to change the software on our 12-year-old Angel’s augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device. The update is fresher than a new coat of paint, but I’ve already noticed the benefits. Juliana is considered nonverbal, so we…

How I Drama-proof Christmas Day With My Angel

Now that I’ve figured out how to drama-proof the occasion, Christmas Day has become one of my favorite holidays to spend with my family. Easing stress during activities is getting easier as my 12-year-old Angel, Juliana, grows older. We’ve settled into a comfortable holiday routine that fits both her needs…

Why I Can’t Wait to Change My Angel’s AAC App

I’ve had a big lightbulb moment about my 12-year-old Angel’s communication device. Juliana had a breakthrough last week when she used a sight word to request a visit to Chick-fil-A. The scenario confirmed what I’d been thinking for a while: It’s time to level up Juliana’s vocabulary, which means…