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Autism Parent Guide

A short parent path

Getting started with communication support

Follow your child's ways of communicating, then try one tool that fits their interests and everyday routines.

Who this is for: Parents and carers exploring AAC, gestures, pictures or other ways to help their child be understood.

  1. 1

    Understand the options

    Learn how AAC can support communication without waiting for a particular milestone.

    Read the AAC guide
  2. 2

    Notice your child's current signals

    Look for choices, gestures, sounds and actions that already carry meaning.

    Explore nonspeaking communication
  3. 3

    Try a small set of useful words

    Start with a few familiar words or your own photos.

    Open free starter cards
  4. 4

    Personalise the tool

    Build cards around your child's own people, objects and interests.

    Make picture cards

There is no required order. Take what helps today.

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