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Archive for the ‘Augmentative Communication’ Category

Introduction to Proloquo2Go

proloquo2go asked:

This is an introduction video about Proloquo2Go, the new cool Augmentative and Alternative communication solutions for the iPhone and iPod touch. Learn more about it here: www.proloquo2go.com


Bluetooth Wireless Switch – PRC’s Vantage Lite

Augmentative Communication Spotlight:

See how to pair PRC’s exclusive Bluetooth Wireless Switch with the new Vantage Lite.


Bluetooth Phone – PRC’s Vantage Lite

PRCaccess asked:

See how to pair the new PRC Vantage Lite with your mobile phone.Caffeinated Content


Schuyler and the new Big Box of Words

Spotlight on Augmentative Communication:

Schuyler got her new speech device yesterday, a Vantage Lite from Prentke Romich. This video doesn’t really show her using it very much, other than just playing with it, but I wanted everyone to see how happy she was when she got it. Also, a little bonus goofing around at the end.


iCommunicator: Assistive Technology for People who are Deaf

sbruner asked:  

iCommunicator is the finest communication software ever developed for people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
iCommunicator promotes independent communication for persons who are deaf, hard-of-hearing or experience unique communication challenges by allowing effective two-way communication to occur in most natural environments.
The iCommunicator translates in real-time:
-Speech to Text
-Speech/Text to Video Sign-Language
-Speech/Text to Computer Generated Voice
This [...]


child care workers, can you help me with language and literacy development?

boo asked:
what are ways to help literacy and language development?


Best place/how to donate hearing aids?

kiraalt asked:
I have a pair of digital hearing aids that are in excellent (pretty much brand new – only worn 2x) condition. I would like to donate them to a non profit that helps people with hearing loss or someone who really needs them.
What is the best way to do this?
Thanks.


Where can I get assistance getting hearing aids?

HS Kid asked:
I’m currently attending school full-time and working a full-time job at Walt Disney World for 7 dollars an hour. Between the tuition for school, and my other bills, and rent, I am having trouble saving enough money for new hearing aids I’m starting to need.
Since hearing aids are not covered by insurance [...]


Hearing aids and how long it takes to get used to them?

Suzieq asked:
My wife recently got digital hearing aids and says it feels like she is hearing things as you would hear them on tv. Just wondering if anybody who has them knows how long it takes to get used to them? Or any other useful information regarding this subject?


What is the definition of symbolic play? and how does this relate to language development?

Liv B asked:
I’m looking for details of normal/typical development as part of a speech and language therapy program


How can I find out about government funding for hearing aids?

dreddloccs asked:
I am hearing impaired and cannot really afford a new hearing aid, which costs about 5000 for a pair, is there a site or a government agency that provides free funding for individuals that need hearing aids but cannot afford to buy them?


Does FM listening devices work better than hearing aids?

Tracy T asked:
I am hard of hearing and I wear hearing aids however in class last semester, I still had a very hard time hearing. The office of disability support on my campus offered a FM listening device. Will that work better? If so, what is the purpose of spending thousands [...]


For People with Disabilities – do you use any type of assistive technology??

marketingguy asked:
What do you use? What do you like about it? What don’t you like? Are you looking for anything? Do you use an Environmental Control Unit?


What are some resources for assistive technologies???

Curious asked:
Products for deaf, blind, visually impaired, hard of hearing, physically challenged, etc.


Looking for computer software that can manage inventory through UPC? Assistive technology equipment??

queenofyack asked:
Yes I am posting this question 2 times. I am posting in 2 different catergories in hopes that it will help me find what I am looking for!
Howdy all. I am looking for a paricular type of software that will allow be to utilize a checkout system for equipment. I want to be [...]