229: [Behavior Connect Series] The One About Working with Medically Fragile Patients

This episode is part of the upcoming online event called Behavior Connect. Behavior Connect is all about moving beyond traditional behavior strategies to foster authentic connections with children. In this episode, I am joined by Claire Mirvis, a first-year Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) working in an educational-medical hybrid setting within a hospital. Claire shares her experiences with medically fragile students ranging from preschool to high school, emphasizing neurodiversity affirming practices and personalized support. She discusses her daily routines, the diverse diagnoses of her students, and the integration of various communication modalities. Claire highlights the importance of presuming competence and being responsive to students' emotional and physical needs with compassion and respect. Additionally, Claire talks about the significance of teamwork and collaboration among therapists and teachers, the role of creativity in assistive and augmentative communication (AAC), and the importance of understanding access needs before selecting vocabulary. To be part of Behavior Connect, grab your ⁠⁠FREE LIVE TICKET ⁠⁠now!