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TippyTalk

Empowering communication through AAC

How it works Why TippyTalk?
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Giving a voice to those with verbal disabilities

TippyTalk is an Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) app that empowers non-verbal or speech impaired individuals to express themselves with confidence. Using personalized picture-to-text technology, TippyTalk breaks down communication barriers helping families, educators, and therapists foster independence, inclusion, and stronger connections.

How it works

TippyTalk allows users to select customized images that are instantly translated into voice or text messages, which can be sent to family, friends, teachers, or caregivers anywhere, anytime.

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

Personalized for your loved one’s daily life and surroundings, with thousands of photos and extra cards you can add.

Designed for all ages

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

Who TippyTalk supports

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Parents & caregivers

  • Give your child or loved one the ability to connect and be understood.
  • Reduce frustration and increase confidence.
  • Support independence and everyday choice-making.
  • Strengthen family bonds through natural communication.
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Therapists & professionals

  • Integrate TippyTalk into sessions for skill-building.
  • Track caregiver and user communication through progress insights.
  • Empower clients with a tool that works outside of therapy hours.
  • See real-time statistics for your clients.
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Educators

Educators

  • Bring communication into the classroom and beyond
  • Encourage active participation.
  • Provide every student with a tool to express themselves.
  • Bridge school-to-home communication for stronger support networks.
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State programs we support

Through our partnerships with state-funded programs, you may be eligible to receive a free or low-cost iPad with TippyTalk AAC app.

No subscriptions. No hidden fees. Just support for your family.

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Florida SUFS

The SUFS (Step Up For Students) program offers Florida families access to innovative speech and language tools through the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities (FES-UA) to access devices and speech applications at no cost.

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Illinois ITAC

ITAC (Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation) is an Illinois non-profit governed by the Illinois Commerce Commission. They provide services and equipment for deaf, hard of hearing, and speech disabled communities. As an approved vendor with ITAC, individuals can receive the latest Apple iPad with the TippyTalk AAC speech app at no cost.

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South Carolina's SCEDP

The SCEDP (South Carolina Equipment Distribution Program) provides no-cost communications equipment to South Carolinians living with a hearing or speech challenge. SCEDP is administered by the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff.

We’re in the process of setting things up so we can provide this program soon.

Contact us to register your interest
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Tennessee DHS

Tennessee Department of Human Services offers a program for speech impaired individuals or individuals with developmental disorders receive the latest Apple iPad and the TippyTalk app at no cost.

We’re in the process of setting things up so we can provide this program soon.

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Texas STAP

STAP (Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program) is a Texas Health and Human Services initiative that provides free communication tools and resources for speech impaired individuals. Through the Texas HHS STAP, qualified applicants can receive an Apple iPad with the TippyTalk AAC speech app.

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Wisconsin TEPP

Wisconsin's TEPP (Telecommunications Equipment Purchase Program) is a State-funded program aimed at helping individuals with disabilities buy specialized equipment, at subsidized costs, in order to use basic telecommunication services. Through the Wisconsin TEPP, qualified individuals can receive an Apple iPad with the TippyTalk AAC speech app for a low cost.

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State not listed? Contact us to stay in the loop on updates for your state.

App features

Voice mode

Enables users to voice messages, making communication natural when they’re together with family

Messaging mode

Families can message in real time. Parent or caregiver sends a text, user hears it aloud, and can reply with picture cards that convert back to text

From images to text in seconds

Simplifies texting by turning images and voice into clear written messages

Device compatible

Works across iOS and Android, fully cross compatible with your device

Customizable

Personalized images and phrases for unique user needs

Easy to use

No complex setup, get started using the app in just a few minutes

Stay connected anywhere

Communicate instantly from anywhere, so conversations aren’t limited to being in the same room

Track progress

Gain insights and track progress with clear statistics, helping families and care teams follow the users development

Why choose TippyTalk?

Our lives are built around communication, and yet many AAC tools stop short of offering real social connection. TippyTalk closes that gap by giving users:

  • Social inclusion: helps your loved one connect with peers, family, and community
  • Independence: helps your loved one make choices and express their wants and needs
  • Confidence: helps build your loved ones self-esteem and reduce frustration
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Lean, TippyTalk Mom

"The TippyTalk app has helped my child from his frustration and my own frustration. I can definitely see how it benefits our lives and others."

Lean, Wisconsin TippyTalk Family

More from happy families using TippyTalk

This app is Amazing! I love it. I personalized it for my daughter because I can just snap pictures of all the things she is familiar with and make them instant pecs for her choices. I don't think I'll ever be done with giving her more choices. This is great!

Beth Sheehan, Parent

The feeling is unreal. Amazing. I feel like my son is actually talking to me. Thank you!

Rachel Williams, Parent

My son told me he loved me today thanks to this app. You can’t put a price on that.

Dustin Galdeano, Parent

It’s great we started last night and my 5 yr old niece told her mom she was sad twice and prior to using it she had a tantrum and she was able to say she was sad to her mom. Then after an hour of playing online with the phone we asked her again how she felt then touched the happy icon.

Stephanie Hankammer

I really love the fact that you can customize it to fit my child’s environment. I love that I can make people who I feel comfortable with manage the cards as well to fit their environment like ABA Learning center and his school setting. I think that this is a beautiful program that could benefit so many other children. 

Joshelyn Salton

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

Frequently asked questions

What happens after I fill out the details for a state program?

Once you've filled out your state program form:

  1. A family advocate will reach out by phone or text to walk you through the application process and answer any questions you may have.
  2. Your application needs to be signed so we may send it electronically or mail it based on state program requirements.
  3. You may need to provide proof of residency and other documentation. You'll be able to uploaded these securely to our system or send via text or email.
  4. Some state programs require certification from a licensed speech therapist. If you're currently working with an SLP, great! Otherwise, we can arrange a teletherapy appointment at no cost to you.

If you have questions or want more guidance, you can contact us at any time at learnmore@accessible-tech.org or by replying back to any of the emails or text messages you received. 

Are there any costs associated?

Some state programs include a small co-pay, while others are completely free. Check your state program page for specific details.

When you apply through your state program, there are no subscription costs or ongoing product fees for the tools and products we provide.

If you don't apply through one of our state programs and you download directly from the App store, there are subscription costs associated with using the app.

 

What is AAC and the TippyTalk 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 help 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 or SENT directly to a member of the user’s private community, who can RESPOND with video or audio.

TippyTalk helps children communicate their needs, thoughts, and emotions in an accessible and effective way. Through your STAP application, there are no subscription fees to use the app.

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. After choosing one of those, the user touches a picture to complete the thought. Since the app has thousands of possible pictures, the parent sets up the app so relevant pictures appear for that child. Parents can also upload photos from their own phones to make the experience especially personal for the child. 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 child does not need to read or write. The app does the work. So parents, family and friends can be in communication with a nonverbal child when they are not together. The parent can respond with audio, video, emojis or simple words the child understands.

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Give your loved one, student, or client a voice today

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Have more questions about how we support parents & caregivers or how to access tools through state programs? Our team is ready to support you.

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