Presume Competence - Realize Potential - Access the World
Communication is a fundamental human human right. Since 2016, Kalista has focused her practice on Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC). She has worked in multiple school boards supporting AAC assessment, implementation, professional development, parent training, and SLP capacity building.
Experienced in:
- iOS AAC programs including TouchChat, LAMP Words for Life, PODD, TD Snap, Proloquo2Go, Speak for Yourself AAC, CoughDrop, and more!
- Dedicated devices including Saltillo, PRC, and Tobii Dynavox, and Grid Pad.
- Direct and indirect access.
- AADL funding Speech-Generating Communication Devices (former authorizer 2017-2021).
- Alternative funding sources.
- Multidisciplinary collaboration with Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Teachers of the Blind or Visually Impaired, Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of hearing.
Want to learn more about AAC? See the FAQ!
Kalista is excited to bring her passion for AAC to her client's homes through:
AAC Assessment
AAC assessment and feature matching to guide device trials.
Vocabulary Programming
Support with AAC device customization and programming.
Try before you buy!
Access our AAC lending library to complete a trial with a recommended program.
Literacy Support and Programming
*NEW* check out SPAARC! Literacy offerings.
Family or Clinician Consultation
Short term support to get you started on the right path.
Workshops
Inquire about professional development that meets your needs.
SPAARC! Literacy Intervention
SLP-Led Programs for Alternative and Augmentative
Reading and Communication.
Language and literacy programming designed for individuals with disabilities, particularly AAC users.
Led by Kalista Stewart, B.Ed, MSc., R.SLP
Booking individual and small group language and literacy intervention sessions Wednesday afternoons and evenings out of the Bow Trail Business Center.
