While an AAC system can be a powerful tool for communication, its effectiveness and social significance lies in evidence-based implementation methods. Therefore, support in teaching individuals and communication partners to use the AAC system within meaningful contexts is of the utmost importance. Beacon Assessment Center offers active consultation based AAC services to families and their treatment teams. Our speech and language pathologists develop individualized programming for clients coupled with coaching to families and team members to promote use of AAC within one’s natural environment.