ableU Live & Local-San Francisco: AAC in Action (Registration)
ableU Live & Local-San Francisco: AAC in Action
March 25, 2026 | 6:00-8:00pm PST | 0.1 ASHA CEUs
Location: Donkey & Goat Winery-1340 5th Street, Berkeley, CA
Join us for a fun and educational in-person event where you’ll enjoy free food and drinks while learning practical strategies for integrating AAC into everyday life. This engaging panel discussion features SLPs from a variety of settings and a parent of a device user, sharing real-world insights on device implementation, effective parent training for increased carryover, and ways to foster collaboration across different settings. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and gain valuable tools for holistic, effective AAC support!
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Presenter: Casey Ruffin MS, CCC-SLP
Presenter Biography: Casey Ruffin, MS, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist and owner of Boldly Communicating AAC, Speech, & Language Inc. in San Francisco, CA. She offers home- and community-based AAC services to children, teens, young adults, and their families. Casey is a firm believer that every person deserves access to robust language and prioritizes authentic connection and joy in every session. By working with clients in their homes and out in their local communities, she hopes to bridge the gap between therapy and real-world communication.
Disclosure: Casey receives compensation from her private practice and received payment for this event.
Presenter: Brianna Hughes MA, CCC-SLP, ATACP
Presenter Biography: Brianna Hughes, MA, CCC-SLP, ATACP is a speech-language pathologist and AAC/AT specialist. She provides coaching, courses, and downloadable resources through her dedicated website for AAC families and professionals. With extensive experience building AAC/AT programs for school districts, she champions capacity-building approaches that empower staff, students, and families alike. She co-authored the first-ever AAC Screening, frequently presents professional development workshops, and is a passionate advocate for the belief that everyone deserves a voice.
Disclosure: Brianna receives compensation from her online business, and received payment for this event.
Learner Outcomes
- Describe and apply effective strategies for fostering buy-in and empowering caregivers and educators to promote consistent AAC use and increase carryover across home, school, and community settings
- Discuss strategies for collaborating with professionals and caregivers to support AAC use across settings
- Identify and list at least two actionable strategies for AAC implementation in school, clinic, or home settings
Agenda
- Introduction (5 minutes)
- Panel Discussion on AAC carryover strategies, collaboration strategies, and implementation strategies (45 minutes)
- Wrap up and Q&A (10 minutes)
To be reported to ASHA CE, participants must indicate their preference to be reported on the post-webinar assessment and achieve a minimum score of 80% accuracy. Unlimited attempts are permitted, but partial credit is not available. The assessment must be completed within one week of the webinar.
Accessibility: Please email ableU@ablenetinc.com if you require any additional accessibility support. We will be happy to work with you!
Complaint: We strive to provide professional development that highlights today’s best practices. If you have complaints/concerns regarding ableU please contact ableU@ablenetinc.com. We will review the complaint or concern. When appropriate, we will take action to address the issue within 10 business days.
Refund: Refunds are not available for free sessions.