Name: They Never Use It: Navigating AAC Rejection, Refusal or Abandonment
Start: 2026-11-06T12:15:00-0500
End: 2026-11-06T13:30:00-0500

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#TalkingAAC: Pre-Conference Workshop
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 12:00–4:00 PM
Kellogg Center, East Lansing, MI
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- Cost: $100
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#TalkingAAC: Two-Day Conference
Thursday & Friday, November 5-6, 2026
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- Cost: $300
- Price includes breakfast, lunch, & parking
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NOTE: To attend all 3 days, you must purchase both a Pre-Conference Workshop ticket and a Two-Day Conference ticket.

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They Never Use It: Navigating AAC Rejection, Refusal or Abandonment

Friday November 6, 2026 12:15pm - 1:30pm EST

Room 103 A & B

Limited Capacity seats available

A lot of work goes into prescribing and obtaining an AAC device for individuals who cannot rely on speech for effective communication. But putting a device in front of an individual is only the beginning of the journey. Unfortunately, AAC devices are often abandoned (or worse, rejected) by users. Using AAC effectively is a difficult process that involves a variety of motivational factors, including physical access, opportunity for use, acceptance of format and committed communication partners. When one of these elements breaks down, AAC use can decline significantly. This session will address a variety of reasons for AAC device abandonment/rejection/refusal and will propose strategies to rejuvenate and inspire use.

Presenters

Kim Hurley, MA, CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist, North Lawrence Community Schools

Kim Hurley, MA, CCC-SLP, is a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with 25 years of experience serving Indiana public schools. She currently works for North Lawrence Community Schools, where she supports students from K-12+ with complex educational and communication needs. A passionate... Read More →

Friday November 6, 2026 12:15pm - 1:30pm EST
Room 103 A & B

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