Spelling to Communicate
An Alternative Form of Communication
Spelling to Communicate (S2C) is an alternative form of communication for individuals who cannot rely on their speech to express their thoughts. It teaches individuals the purposeful motor skills necessary to point to letters to spell their wants, needs, and ideas.
It’s important to remember that being non-speaking doesn’t mean a person isn’t thinking. Many families aren’t sure if their child understands what’s said around them or if they know how to spell. With time and plenty of practice, families realize that their child understands far more than they thought and has a wealth of knowledge from environmental exposure. Just because someone isn’t speaking doesn’t mean they aren’t listening—they’re constantly taking in information, even if it seems like they aren’t paying attention.
Viewers will hear about:
- Definition of Spelling to Communicate
- Historical background and development
- Implementation of S2C for Individuals with Autism
- Step-by-step guide on how S2C is used in therapy
- Case studies or examples of successful implementation
- Information on how families can access S2C
- Resources, contacts, and support networks
- Cost considerations and insurance information
Meet the Speaker
Samantha Fox, M.A., CCC-SLP
Beyond Speech Therapy Center
Sam is the founder of Beyond Speech. She became a certified Spelling to Communicate Practitioner through I-ASC in August 2021. She is thrilled to be one of the first Spelling to Communicate Practitioners in Ohio. Supporting communication in non-speaking, minimally speaking, and unreliably speaking individuals is her greatest passion.
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