The United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication's thoughts are with the folks who were seriously affected by recent flooding and this weekend’s tornadoes.

If you know someone who uses AAC who lost their device or means of communicating with others as a result of these storms, tell them…

Hello and Happy New Year. The United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (USSAAC) will monitor this site during and after ALL DECLARED NATURAL DISASTERS that occur in the United States and its territories. Please spread the word to people with severe communication impairments who rely on AAC tools…

DRC #1. Chico Mall - Sears Building, 1982 E. 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 State agencies present • Governor's Office of Emergency Services • California Department of Public Health • Contractors State License Board • California Department of Insurance • California Department of Tax and Fee • DMV
• Employment…

S. 3679, the READI for Disasters Act was introduced today by Sen. Casey. Thanks to original co-sponsors: Sens. Klobuchar (MN), Duckworth (IL), Blumenthal (CT), Van Hollen (MD), Murray (WA), and Hassan (NH) and the 65 organizations signed on as supporters [including USSAAC]. Time to thank the co-sponsors and ask…

INTRODUCED by Senator Robert Casey. USSAAC is one of more than 50 organizations endorsing this legislation. What will it do? The READI for Disasters ACT will establish a National Commission on Disability Rights and Disasters. The Commission will: 1. Study the needs of individuals with disabilities, older adults and others…

For those eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance, FEMA will pay for the cost to stay in certain hotels or motels for a limited period of time. http://www.femaevachotels.com/ Costs covered are for the cost of the room and taxes, and any other expenses are not included. Search the list below of…

Question #24 “Special Needs” on the FEMA Application - Form 90-69 Special Needs: Did you, your co-applicant or any dependents have help doing things like walking, seeing, hearing or taking care of yourself before the disaster and have you lost that help or support because of the disaster? Yes No…

USSAAC is standing ready to help people who use augmentative and alternative communication tools and technologies. If you have lost your communication tools as a result of the current fires in northern and southern California, we want to and CAN help.. If you have a need, select NEED and describe…

The USSAAC Disaster Relief Committee is ready to help families and individuals who might have lost access to their communication tools during Hurricane Michael. If you have an AAC device that was lost or damaged during Hurricane Michael, please select the I HAVE A NEED button above for assistance.

USSAAC continues to participate in national PARTNERSHIP FOR INCLUSIVE DISASTER STRATEGIES calls. We have also reached out to our members in impacted states. We need help identifying people who rely on AAC and have lost communication devices and/or aids.

Please read and share the flyer (under DOCUMENTS). It addresses what USSAAC is able to do for people with severe communication challenges who rely on AAC.

New FEMA video re: question 24 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyqC7m8p29w Very helpful information. Sign language interpreter.

Recommendations for those applying for FEMA Disaster Assistance Application-Form 90-69 with "Special Needs"
Answer YES to Question #24 Special Needs: Did you, your co-applicant or any dependents have help doing things like walking, seeing, hearing or taking care of yourself before the disaster and have you lost that help or…

The USSAAC Disaster Relief Committee is watching as Hurricane Michael plummets Florida. Please help us identify partners in impacted areas who can help us assist people who rely on AAC and have lost access to their communication tools.

Go to FEMA DRC NOTE: You may also Apply for FEMA Assistance online or Apply/Check your status by phone 1-800-621-3362. - Learn more about disaster assistance programs. - Learn the status of our FEMA application. - Understand any letters you get from FEMA. - Find housing and rental assistance information.…