Communication is a Human Right

Did we get your attention?

We hope so! We think this is common sense, however, many nonspeakers across the globe are still left in silence.

At Spellers Connect we aim to change that, one letter at a time.

About Us

Spellers Connect is a Spelling to Communicate (S2C) Initiative that EMPOWERS nonspeaking individuals and their families to learn the S2C method which leads to a robust and effective means of communication.

We believe that CONNECTION IS KEY which is why we strive to bring authenticity and transparency to each and every service we provide.

Our services are delivered by an International Association for Spelling as Communication (I-ASC) Certified S2C Practitioner who has been rigorously trained to teach the purposeful motor skills needed to communicate.

Sherri Taylor ~ President RECE, SSW, Cert. S2C Practitioner

HI! I’m Sherri.

I want to tell you just how excited I am that you are here. I am passionate about CONNECTING with people and EMPOWERING them in their own journey. Listening to your story is a privilege and no two stories are alike. I love thinking outside of the box and COLLABORATING with others.

I first learned about S2C at a busy Toronto Starbucks in 2019. I was encouraged to meet a young man named William and was told that he used a form of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) that “I just had to see”. It was a complete paradigm shift and after 25 years working in the developmental sector I realized that myself, and other professionals had gotten it all wrong.

I founded Spellers Connect to help you start a new chapter for your family and to amplify voices of the nonspeaking community. Let’s build something beautiful together!

Services

Initial S2C Assessment (50 mins)

During the initial assessment your certified S2C practitioner will assess several motor functions needed for Spelling To Communicate to determine if your child is a candidate for the Spelling to Communicate Method. This session provides your practitioner valuable information about your unique speller to determine the best plan forward. A report will be provided following the session with reccommendations and next steps.

Individual S2C Sessions (25 /50 mins)

During your spellers session we will use age-appropriate content to practice the skills necessary to point to letters. Each session will include coaching for the Communication and Regulation Partner (CRP) to ensure they also have the skills needed to implement S2C at home.

In-Person and Virtual options available

Virtual CRP Training & Consultation

Consultation appointments also available outside of a virtual S2C session.

Virtual CRP Training begins with two online seminars where you will learn the foundations and techniques as set out by I-ASC.

Weekly or bi-weekly virtual sessions allow us to coach you and your speller through an online lesson with real time feedback.Virtual CRP Training & Consultation

Educational and IEP Consultation

Navigating the education system for your loved one can be overwhelming. Allow us to help you with navigating the school system and giving valuable input to your child’s I.E.P. At Spellers Connect we believe that the best way forward is collaboration with all the professionals in your child’s life to ensure best outcomes.

Group S2C Sessions (50 mins)

As a member of The Connect Centres, our primary goal is to create a community of spellers! Group sessions are a great way to meet peers, engage in sessions together, make new friends and spell together!

Our Testimonials

“Sherri is a champion and ally for nonspeakers everywhere. We are blessed to have a practitioner of her calibre in our corner”

Isaiah Grewal

Author, NonSpeaker

“Sherri’s sharp discernment and ability to push our son just the right amount have been invaluable. I appreciate her honesty and commitment to providing an accurate assessment rather than just telling us what we want to hear.”

Patti Lowhorn

Parent, True North Connect

“I love when a practitioner jokes with me or talks to me in a way that acknowledges I am a real person with a thinking brain who might even have a sense of humour.”