Early Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Intervention Delivered Via Hybrid Telehealth

Caregivers will receive 24, 50 min intervention sessions twice a week for three months. During each intervention session, the therapist provides instruction and coaching on using AAC and a set of evidence-based language support strategies. Strategies are taught sequentially in three phases: (1) Responding to all Communication, (2) Teaching Words, and (3) Creating Communication Opportunities. Caregivers practice using the AAC intervention strategies during three, five-minute routines with their children. Therapists coach the caregiver on using the targeted strategies during these routines, encouraging caregivers to reflect on their implementation, and developing a plan to use the AAC strategies during activities not practiced during the intervention session. The AAC intervention is provided to families using an evidence-based service delivery model, Family Guided Routines Based Intervention.