An Augmentative and Alternative Communication System Helps His Personality Shine Through: Justin’s Story
CHOP speech-language pathologists help Justin find the augmentative and alternative communication system that’s right for him, right now.
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CHOP speech-language pathologists help Justin find the augmentative and alternative communication system that’s right for him, right now.
Leigh syndrome took away Dino’s speech, but not his voice. With CHOP’s help, he found the perfect AAC device and now “speaks” easily with family, professors and friends.
Soroosh Mahboubi, MD, FACR
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