Vocasafe Watch Team

For many families using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), the school day ends with a difficult transition. The backpack comes off, the shoes come off, and often, the voice gets put away too. High-tech AAC tablets are incredible tools for learning and classroom engagement. But they are also heavy, expensive, and fragile. Because of this, they are frequently left in school lockers during gym class, prohibited near the pool, or kept safely in a bag during recess. This creates a...

For over a decade, the assistive technology market has forced families to make an unfair choice. You could prioritize communication, or you could prioritize safety. Rarely could you find a solution that effectively did both. On one side of the spectrum, you have traditional AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) solutions. These are usually high-tech tablets or iPads running sophisticated software. While they are incredibly powerful, they have significant limitations in the real...

The hardest word for a special needs parent to say is "Yes." "Can we go to the lake?" "Can we join the field trip?" Your heart wants to say yes. You want them to explore and see the world. But your brain screams "No." Your brain lists the risks: What if they wander? What if there is water nearby? Living in a constant state of "No" keeps our children safe, but it can make their world very small. So, how do we ensure safe outings for autistic children  without compromising their freedom? We...