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TippyTalk gives every voice a way to be heard

TippyTalk helps individuals with speech impairments connect with the people who matter most. Available to Florida families through the Step Up For Students (SUFS) scholarship program.

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Step Up for Students Partnership with Accessible Tech

Accessible Tech is proud to be an approved Step Up For Students (SUFS) vendor, offering families in Florida access to innovative speech and language tools like TippyTalk. Through this partnership, eligible Florida families can use the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities (FES-UA) to access the TippyTalk app at no cost to them. 

This collaboration is about more than technology, it’s about unlocking potential and creating meaningful communication for families across Florida.

Created by Accessible Tech, TippyTalk is recognized as an approved assistive technology tool under Florida’s Step Up For Students (SUFS) Unique Abilities Scholarship, helping families gain access to the support they need without financial barriers.

The TippyTalk App

Two-way communication

Caregivers receive real-time messages directly to their own devices.

Communication made simple

No complex setup. Get set up in minutes compared to hours for AAC apps.

Custom image library

Tailored to your loved ones daily needs and environment.

Designed for all ages

Suitable for children, teens, and adults with varying abilities.

Who's Eligible?

Program Eligibility

You may qualify for the FES-UA scholarship if

  1. You're a Florida resident
  2. Your loved one is aged 3-22
  3. Your loved one has a qualifying diagnosis (e.g. speech impairment, autism, or other unique abilities)

Income is not considered for FES-UA eligibility. For full details, visit the Step Up for Students website.

How to access TippyTalk through SUFS

If you already have an account with SUFS, you can search: TippyTalk in the MyScholarShop.

If you do not have an account, you can do the following. 

Apply

If you've not yet applied through MyScholarShop, you'll need to head over to the SUFS website and complete the FES-AU scholarship application.

Get approved

If eligible, funds will be deposited into your Education Account via the individuals EMA portal.

Choose TippyTalk

Choose TippyTalk by searching through MyScholarShip.

Real stories from parents & caregivers

"I'm still emotional after trying so many apps for my non verbal daughter who's 19 and diagnosed with Cohen syndrome. I'd given up until I just tried TippyTalk. Demi's first text sent was I want a hug nothing could top what I'm feeling right now."

Antoinette Ní Noiréis

"I totes LOVE IT!! What I love more is seeing my 8 year old non verbal daughter’s smile, secondly is the ease and we can edit the words and add recordings... thank you TippyTalk! Will definitely recommend to my networks."

Margaret Brass

"I can't really explain how I feel. My 4 year old uses pecs and within 48 hours was on a roll using his iPad and TippyTalk app. I can't believe how quick he's picked it up.  Such a massive difference in our world xxx."

Heather Edwards

Frequently asked questions

We know you may have questions as you explore the TippyTalk application and program requirements. We're here to provide you with the answers you need to understand how everything works.

Can I use SUFS funds to cover TippyTalk?

Yes! Accessible Tech is an approved provider under the FES-UA program.

What happens after I purchase TippyTalk through MyScholarShop?

After you purchase TippyTalk through the MyScholarShop, you'll receive an email with a QR code to download the app and all the information you need to get started using the app to start communicating with your loved one.

If you have any questions or need help getting setup, our team are here every step of the way.

What is an AAC speech app?

AAC apps can help to give a nonverbal or speech-impaired person a way to be understood quickly. This helps resolve frustration, shortcut emotional outburst, and helps the parent and child feel connected. A second goal is to show the child, in real time, how their need is expressed in language. It models speech for them while helping them feel better for being understood.

TippyTalk is a unique AAC app designed for non-verbal and speech-impaired users. It serves as a TWO-WAY communication tool that allows users to create simple sentences by selecting illustrations. These sentences can be READ ALOUD (speaking function) or SENT directly (texting function) to a member of the user’s private community, who can RESPOND with text, audio or video.

TippyTalk helps children and teens with speech impairments communicate their needs, thoughts, and emotions in an accessible and effective way. When you use your SUFS funds, you receive a license to the TippyTalk app with no additional subscription fees.

How does the TippyTalk speech app work?

The speaking function: The app will show the user an initial set of pictures which represent the beginning of a request or statement. After choosing one of those, the user touches a picture to complete the thought. Since the app has thousands of possible pictures, the parent or caregiver sets up the app so relevant pictures appear for their loved one. Parents and caregivers can also upload photos from their own phones to make the experience especially personal. When a user touches the relevant pictures in sequence, the app speaks a simple sentence for them.

The texting function: TippyTalk is unique among AAC speech apps because it can ALSO create a text out of the user's chosen picture sequence and send it to a caregiver's mobile phone. The user does not need to read or write. The app does the work. So parents, family and friends can be in communication with their nonverbal loved one when they are not together. The parent or caregiver can respond with audio, video, emojis or simple words the user understands. In this way, TippyTalk becomes a great tool for creating community.

How do I know if my loved one qualifies?

If you’re a Florida resident and your loved one is between the ages of 3-22, you’re eligible.

Visit the SUFS site for full criteria.

How are TippyTalk and Accessible Tech connected?

TippyTalk is proudly developed, provided and supported by Accessible Tech, an organization dedicated to providing inclusive tools for individuals with speech and communication challenges.

Useful resources

SUFS Unique Abilities Scholarship

Find out more about the Step Up for Students Unique Abilities Scholarship. Children with unique abilities may have different needs when it comes to their education. We believe they deserve an opportunity to thrive and learn in an environment that supports their success.

Unique Abilities Scholarship →

Learn more about TippyTalk

TippyTalk is a unique AAC app: it is a TWO-WAY communication tool for nonverbal and speech-impaired users. TippyTalkers create a simple sentence by selecting illustrations. This becomes a written message read aloud OR SENT to a member of the TippyTalker's private community, who can RESPOND with video or audio. 

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Watch TippyTalk video

Learn about what TippyTalk is and how the application works in real time.

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Contact us

Have questions about TippyTalk, how to access it through Step Up For Students, or whether it’s the right fit for your family? We’re here to help.

Whether you need help understanding the process or setting up the app, our team is ready to support you.

Contact Accessible Tech