Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Camp ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a set of tools and strategies that can help people who are unable to rely on verbal speech to communicate. AAC systems may include gestures or signs, picture/word boards, mobile devices with communication apps, and/or speech generating communication devices.
AAC Camp ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ is a weekend family camp for children aged 6 - 19 years who use robust multimodal AAC systems and their families to enjoy fun camp activities while they practice social communication.
AAC Camp ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥
AAC Camp's accessible and inclusive activities include high and low ropes courses, archery, nature hikes, a splash park, fun games, music and movement, arts and crafts, and more, all designed to encourage communication and interaction between campers. Campers are supported by 1:1 counselors. There are also special sessions for siblings to connect and learn more about AAC. Parent/caregiver sessions include discussions led by AAC experts and opportunities for networking with other parents, plus time to relax and socialize with other parents.
About AAC Camp
AAC Camp ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ is delivered through the ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and has been offered every year since 2016 (including virtually in 2020 and 2021).
First Annual AAC Camp ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ in 2016 (at Camp Horizon in Bragg Creek, AB)
10th Annual AAC Camp ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ in 2025 (at Easter Seals ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ Camp Horizon in Bragg Creek, AB.)
- 'We were just surviving, one day at a time'
- Bond, sibling bond
- Grandfather turned volunteer gives back to camp that has helped his family grow
- - CBC News Calgary
- Untrapping the mind: New kids camp focuses on using technology to talk
- A Time To Talk - New Trail Magazine, Spring 2021, pp 16