Getting Started: Funding A Speech Device with AbleNet
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Presented by
Tarren DePelsMaeker
M.S. CCC-SLP
Our goal is to ensure every SLP has the tools and support they need to help an individual obtain a high-tech speech device using their medical insurance. Join us for a short webinar to learn how to simplify speech device funding by using resources and tools available to you to maximize your success and get speech devices into your students and clients hands as quickly as possible.
- 1Identify benefits of providing high-tech AAC to clients and students.
- 2Identify steps needed to fund a device use a student/client's insurance.
- 3Identify solutions for challenges post- AAC delivery.
- ·Introduction (3 minutes)
- ·Challenges funding AAC devices for individuals (9 minutes)
- ·Funding an AAC device through insurance (17 minutes)
- ·Recap (1 minute)
Tarren DePelsMaeker
M.S. CCC-SLP
Tarren DePelsMaeker received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Michigan State University in 2018. In 2020, she earned a Master of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Michigan State University. She also holds a Professional License as a Speech-Language Pathologist and a certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Her professional career as a Speech-Language Pathologist includes experience in Schools Districts, Clinics, Outpatient Services, and Acute Care. Tarren has provided Speech and Language Therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults with Sound-System Disorders, Apraxia of Speech, Dysarthria, Dysphagia, Language Impairments, Fluency Disorders, Voice Disorders, Developmental Delays, Social Communication Disorders, Language Literacy Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disabilities, and Autism. Her role at AbleNet is to share information regarding Augmentative and Alternative Communication with Speech-Language Pathologists and others to support children, adolescents, and adults.
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Introductory Level · 0.05 ASHA CEUs
To earn CEUs, complete the post-course assessment with a score of 80% or higher. The assessment must be completed within one week of watching the course. Unlimited attempts are permitted; partial credit is not awarded.