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Did you know AAC can play an important role in supporting people with aphasia?

Our Speech and Language Therapists, Kate L and Kate R, have collaborated with Smartbox AAC - UK and Ireland to discuss how they work with people to find communication strategies and AAC solutions that are tailored to their individual needs, helping them express themselves and stay connected with those around them.

Read more about AAC for aphasia via the link:

https://thinksmartbox.com/news/aac-for-people-with-aphasia/

What an incredible couple of CPD days! 🎉

A huge thank you to all of our fantastic speakers and everyone who attended and took part.

Day 1 was packed with inspiring presentations from our ATtherapy team, alongside our special guests Becky Tyler who delivered a thought-provoking session exploring AAC and dyslexia with ATtherapy speech and language therapist Ruth.

In the afternoon, our team got hands-on with a range of engaging workshops, including: Bananas to Beats – a fun and interactive Playtronica session led by Sarah, Amy and Bekki. Can You See What I See? – an immersive workshop led by Steph, our Qualified Teacher of Visual Impairment, giving the attendees the opportunity to experience a simulation of visual impairment. Our ATmentors, Gregor, Aid, Ruby and Sarah-Jane also delivered an fantastic workshop!
It was fantastic to come together to learn, collaborate and share ideas that will help us continue providing the very best support for the people we work with. We can’t wait to show you more!

We are currently out of office for the next two working days (15th & 16th of July) for our exciting CPD days at Manchester Metropolitan University!

We can’t wait to show you what we have been up to!

Tickets still remaining! Parents welcome ✨

Francesca, Clinical Manager and Assistive Technologist, had an amazing mentoring session with Aid and Matthew doing a World Cup quiz. Aid also demonstrated how he uses TD control to help to overcome a recent issue Matthew was having! ⭐

We are excited to be hosting our CPD days at the Manchester Metropolitan University @ The Brooks Building, Birley Campus location. We will be hosting our CPD event on the 15th and the 16th of July 2026. Themes that will be discussed at the event include: AAC, VI, Dysphagia, Neurodiversity and much more!

We want to give free tickets to the first people to contact us via email, [email protected]

Gregor, ATmentor and co-manager of the mentor service, had an amazing time presenting at Communication Works South 2026 at Charlton Athletic Football Club, where he was a keynote speaker and seminar presenter. He spoke about his communication journey and his valuable role as an AAC mentor. ⭐

June is Pride Awareness Month 🏳️‍🌈

Speech and Language Therapists, Charlie and Ruth, have put together an amazing LGBT+ resource sharing information on sexual orientation, gender identity, and recommendations for inclusive practice.

Huge congratulations to Fran, who graduated last week! 🎓

Fran achieved a Distinction in her MSc in Educational Assistive Technology at the University of Dundee and won an award for the Best Project in Educational Assistive Technology.

What a fantastic achievement and a true reflection of her hard work and dedication. We are so incredibly proud. Well done Fran! 🌟

Last week, ATtherapy and ATmentors had a brilliant workshop with Smartboxers Rebecca, Dan and Harri at the North West office. It is brilliant to have the opportunity to share our clinical experience and lived experience with AAC suppliers and think about what the future of AAC could look like.

Here’s Adam and Aid’s feedback as AAC users:

‘It was lovely to see the team again and brainstorm ideas.’ - Aidan Holmes

‘Very good event, I especially enjoyed the social element!’ - Adam Lenartowicz