The Disaster Relief Committee responds to nationally declared disasters on behalf of USSAAC members, people who use AAC, their families, and other AAC stakeholders. We work collaboratively with other organizations to replace AAC tools anddevices that are lost or damaged as a result of recent 2025 floods.

USSAAC is dedicated to assisting individuals impacted by the recent fires and mudslides in Los Angeles area. We are ready to respond to all requests to replace or refurbish AAC devices lost or damaged during these disasters. Here's how you can help

• Spread the Word: Share our flyers with agencies, organizations, clients, colleagues, school districts, clinics, and more.
  • Flyer in English
  • Flyer in Spanish
• Engage Non-Profits: Encourage other non-profit organizations to join us as partners in this effort.
• Share Your Ideas: Contact us with any other outreach ideas or ways to spread awareness.

USSAAC possesses the resources, expertise, and commitment to help individuals regain access to essential communication equipment. Let's work together to support our community! Thank you.

Free communication boards including those for Emergency Responders and Mental and Physical Health can be downloaded here.

Click here for the landing page for a medically-based AAC app.

All of these aids may help individuals, families, first responders, and shelter workers.

Thank you!

Here is the Spanish version of our AAC Support flyer. Thank you for helping us get the word out to families and individuals in need.

A big thanks to everyone who has offered support through donations and volunteer work. Please continue to help us spread the word with people who might have lost access to their AAC systems and supports. Here are flyers in English and Spanish that describe what we do and how to request assistance.

Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the LA Wildfires. Please help us spread the word by distributing this flyer USSAAC LA Wildfire AAC Support. USSAAC's Disaster Relief Committee is standing by to help people with disabilities who use AAC. We can work to repair/replace AAC related devices/equipment lost or damaged in the Federally declared wildfire areas.

We know that there will be an ongoing need for food and shelter support for so many individuals and families impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. If you are looking for shelter and other non-communication related assistance, please check these link below in addition to the FEMA link posted earlier.

Florida  https://www.floridadisaster.org/disaster-updates/storm-updates/ Georgia https://gema.georgia.gov/hurricane-helene North Carolina https://www.readync.gov/stay-informed/open-shelters Tennessee https://www.tn.gov/tema/updates/hurricane-helene.html

Our thoughts are with everyone in Florida. Please help us spread the word. USSAAC's Disaster Relief Committee is standing by to help people with disabilities who use AAC. We can work to repair/replace AAC related devices/equipment lost in Hurricane Milton (and Helene). Attached is a flyer for Hurricane Milton. Thank you so much

We have learned of a valuable FEMA website. Together with state and federal partners, FEMA is actively supporting Hurricane Helene response efforts. The site is easy to follow directions for each state and includes great information from local officials to stay safe.

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To: Agencies/Individuals Responding to Helene Recovery Assistance for Impacted AAC Users

The United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication has the capacity to restore lost or damaged communication aids for victims of disasters who rely on AAC supports. USSAAC is responding to requests equipment for people who use AAC and have lost their communication tools/technologies. We are also aware that many people in need are probably not aware of us. Please forward the attached USSAAC Flyer to any agencies or individuals you believe might benefit from knowing about this help.