Need a little help with your calendar competition submission? We’ve got you covered!
This guide walks you through everything you need to know about preparing and submitting your photos or artwork for our 2026 AAC Community Calendar Competition.
Before you submit, make sure your image has:
Taking Great Photos with Your Phone
What We Need:
What We’re Looking For:
Photo description example: “This photo shows me using my tablet to order my own coffee for the first time. I practiced the words all week with my speech pathologist, and when the barista understood me perfectly, it felt amazing.”
Personal story example: “I’m 12 years old and use a communication device to talk with my friends and family. I love art and creating stories on my device. This picture shows my latest drawing – it’s about a superhero who communicates through pictures and saves the day by helping everyone understand each other.”
Important: Any major changes will be discussed with you first. We want to preserve your authentic voice while making sure everything is appropriate for our diverse audience!
Alternative: Email Submission
If the online form isn’t working:
If you’re stuck:
Still need help? Email us at competition@liberator.net.au with:
We’ll get back to you with specific help for your situation!
Remember:
What works well:
Don’t worry about:
✓ Photo is clear and well-lit
✓ Shows something meaningful to your communication journey
✓ You have permission from anyone who appears in the photo
✓ File opens and displays properly on your device
✓ You’ve written a description of what the photo shows
✓ You’ve included your contact information
Don’t let technical challenges stop you from sharing your amazing story. Our team is here to support you through the whole process.
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Remember: Your story matters more than perfect technology. We’re excited to see what you share with our community.
Your AAC device is an important part of everyday life, supporting conversations, learning, and connection with others. And, just like any piece of technology you rely on, it performs best when it’s well looked after! In this blog, we’ll share our top AAC device maintenance tips – including practical care, maintenance, and tech advice to help ensure your device stays reliable, responsive, and ready when you need it!
Let’s face it – devices get dirty. Whether you’re at school, work, or just having dinner, your device comes along for the ride. Give it some cleaning attention regularly to keep it working well.
For light cleaning, use a soft, lint-free cloth on the touchscreen. For deeper cleaning, use a slightly damp, lint-free cloth, then dry the screen with another soft cloth. You can find more detailed cleaning tips in your device manual.
Good to know: Keyguards can go in the dishwasher!
Your device comes with a specific charger – always use that one. Try to charge your battery before it drops to 0%. Charging when your battery is above 10% can extend its life significantly. For best results, charge your device upright at room temperature on a hard surface.
Tip: Turn off your device for faster charging.
We encourage keeping your device with you and ready to use for conversations throughout the day. However, there are smart times to use sleep mode or shut down completely.
Set your auto-sleep to five minutes or less. Use sleep mode when you won’t be using your device for short periods, like during swimming.
Remember that sleep mode uses about 2% of battery per hour. Consider turning off your device completely during longer breaks, like overnight.
Like most technology, your device works best when it’s not too hot. Take breaks from heat and avoid charging if your device feels warm. Move to shade or air conditioning rather than trying to cool it with water.
Tip: Keep a low-tech communication board handy for water activities.
Software updates bring new features and vocabulary to improve your communication experience. Connect to WiFi and follow the prompts in your settings menu to get these improvements. Updates also help your device run more smoothly overall.
Tip: Plug in your device during updates to protect your battery.
Your screen is essential for accessing all your communication options. Protect it from scratches, moisture, and spills with a screen protector. This also reduces glare and reflections, making it easier to see your buttons.
Visit our online store to see screen protector options for your device.
Your device is built to be durable and handle daily life. (If you haven’t already), you might try an extra protective case designed specifically for your device model. These cases provide additional security for active use at home and out in the community.
People change, and your needs change too. It might be time to check that you’re still accessing your device in the most comfortable and efficient way possible.
Connect with your support team (or ours!) to consider adjustments like:
Our local consultants are happy to discuss access questions to help you communicate at your best.
If you’re experiencing glitches, try restarting your device first – this solves most technical problems.
If you’re still having trouble after a restart, our support team is here to help. Contact us by phone, email, or through our website, and we’ll work together to get your AAC device maintenance issue resolved – and your device running smoothly again.
Need a little support with your AAC device maintenance?
Our team is here to help you make the most of your communication device. Whether you need help with AAC device maintenance or want to explore new ways to optimise your AAC setup, we’re just a call or click away.
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