Liam is a 4-year-old boy with cerebral palsy who has limited…
Liam is a 4-year-old boy with cerebral palsy who has limited speech abilities. He can vocalize and gesture but does not consistently produce intelligible words. He enjoys playing with his toy animals, watching farm videos, and looking at family photo albums. Liam’s parents report that he understands much of what is said to him and can follow simple directions. At home, they often interpret his gestures and vocalizations to meet his needs. Liam attends preschool and his teachers note that he is social but struggles to participate in group activities because he cannot express himself clearly. An AAC evaluation was conducted, and the team is exploring options to support Liam’s expressive communication. They want to build on his strengths and interests while encouraging interaction across home and school environments. What is one opportunity barrier you might face when implementing the AAC system?