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Imagine being locked inside your own body, isolated and struggling to meaningfully connect and communicate with those around you.
Now imagine trying to cope with such isolation as a child.
For children with severe speech and physical impairments (SSPI), the lack of a reliable communication methods has devastating impacts on their quality of life, well-being, medical care and social interactions.