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Beckman Professional Oral Probe (BPOP)

The Beckman Professional Oral Probe is evaluation equipment designed for those individuals with speech disabilities to provide oral stimulation. This double-ended probe has "candy dots" and "ice cream swirls" ends that allow for sensory development and exploration. Features several textures on each end for varying sensory input. Lightweight, portable and easy-to-clean. Wash before and after each use with mild soap and water. Dishwasher-safe.

EazyHold Youth-to-Adult 5 Pack

The  EazyHold Youth-to-Adult 5 Pack is a universal cuff holding device designed for individuals with arthritis to improve grasping ability. The EazyHold Youth-to-Adult 5 Pack is good for handwriting, utensil use, toothbrushing, using grooming aids, etc. A helpful tool for those with weakened grip or arthritis, or young kids developing motor skills. Five flexible adaptive grips that range in size. For right or left-hand use.

Our Stars

Our Stars is an educational book designed for preschoolers with learning disabilities to learn about the phases of the moon, star constellations and the wonders of the night sky. Inevitably, the children will ask "How many stars are in the sky?" or "Why do the stars shine at night?" It builds inquiry skills. Our Stars is a good book that introduces the stars to younger children. The simple words and bright illustrations encourage children to look up and give more attention to the night sky.

Pen/Pencil and Utensil Grips

The Pen and Pencil Holders are triangular finger grips designed to aid people with arthritis or fine motor disabilities or other disabilities of the finger or hand in gripping pencils or pens. These molded soft palstic grips slide onto standard pens or pencils. COLOR: Assorted.

Vocalizer Expressive for Android

 Vocalizer Expressive for Android is an embedded Text-to-Speech that provides expressive and natural sounding voices in over 40 languages. It is designed to be used by people with cognitive disabilities, aphasia and blind or low vision.  The app allows to input text that translate into voice messages. 

/r/intensive

/r/intensive is a speech remediation program and a speech training program designed for use by speech therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. The application (or app) allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to improve his or her articulation skills through practicing the production of the /r/ phoneme with a therapist, parent, or independently. The app comes with over 450 target words and uses a phonetic approach to teaching th

1 on 1: Communicate Easy

1 on 1: Communicate Easy is an app designed to be used by individuals who have autism spectrum disorder. This is a preview version of the Communicate Easy app that shows the basic functionality. It allows the user to create card libraries with picture cards and folders. The cards can be used to make choices and used to create schedules, symbols like ticks and unavailable can be applied to the cards for greater control. It can help individuals with communication and planning. 

1-2-3 How Many Do You See? Cuantos Ves?

1-2-3 How Many Do You See? Cuantos Ves? by Lilia Molina-Ruiz, is a braille and tactile counting book designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. The book is bilingual (English and Spanish), with braille and raised tactile letters and numbers.

1-2-3 Speak

1-2-3 Speak is a direct selection communicator program designed for use by children or adults with communication or speech disabilities. It is available as software that runs on any Windows XP computer, on the Web, or preloaded on a handheld computer or a PenTablet/TouchTablet system. It provides up to 4,000 spoken words accessible within 3 key strokes. Users click on images of words which are spoken by the computer/tablet. Words are chosen from categories tailored to the needs and interests of

10-Inch Braille Reading Platform (Model Brs1)

The 10-Inch Braille Reading Platform, model BRS1, is a bookholder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit is made of acrylic and fits over a Perkins Brailler (see entry), a computer keyboard, or the slate and stylus. It can be used to hold a telephone on top and a brailler beneath. It also fits over braillers with a Brailler Pad and a braille book or worksheet can rest on the platform, which encourages two-handed braille reading. DIMENSIONS: 10 inches high wi

15-Inch Laptop Computer Magnifier

The 15-Inch Laptop Computer Magnifier is a computer screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed to enlarge text on a laptop monitor, this magnifier offers 3 times magnification by placing the magnifier in front of the screen. This clear, rigid magnifier completely covers the screen and features little arms that rest on the top to hold it in place. It is lightweight and can also be held over a printed page to magnify text or images. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 10.25 x 14 inch

19-Ring Krebs Binder (Models 1-04240-00, 1-04250-00, & 1-04260-00)

The 19-Ring Krebs Binder, models 1-04240-00, 1-04250-00, and 1-04260-00, is a braille binder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 19-ring binder is made of heavy-duty board covered with water-resistant imitation leather. The binder holds 11.5 x 11 inch 19-hole punched braille paper, and comes in three sheet capacities: 60 sheets (1-04240-00), 80 sheets (1-04250-00), or 105 sheets (1-04260-00). The 19-ring binder assembly consists of a metal back plate, heavy-gau

2 Inch Paperweight Dome Magnifier 4x Magnification

The 22 Inch Paperweight Dome Magnifier 4x Magnification is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The dome is a light-gathering magnifier a spherical dome-shaped magnifier of cast acrylic. This device has a frameless spherical design with excellent illumination and clarity they are available in different sizes. Additionally, the dome helps increase the illumination of the visual provides brilliant optical clarity and up to 2x magnification of maps, X-rays, photos and text. 

2 Way Talking Sos Pendant Phone

The 2-Way Talking SOS Pendant Phone is a specialized phone designed for elderly individuals or those with disabilities. The phone features a voice output commands, an enlarged keypad, and a dock charger for the SOS pendants. Each phone can accommodate up to two SOS pendants. With the click of the panic button, the phone can be programmed to call emergency services or numbers of the user's choosing.

2.25 X Clip-On Opticaid (Model 915)

The 2.25X Clip-On Opticaid, model 915, is a magnifying lens for eyeglasses, designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lightweight clip-on magnifier Fits most eyeglasses for hands-free viewing. The rectangular lens swings up and out of the way when not in use. The lens is 2.25X power with a focal length of 8 inches. WARRANTY: One year warranty.

2.5 Inch Crystal Clear Dome Magnifier 4x Magnification

The 2.5 Inch Crystal Clear Dome Magnifier 4x Magnification is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The dome is a light-gathering magnifier a spherical dome-shaped magnifier of cast acrylic. This device has a frameless spherical design with excellent illumination and clarity they are available in different sizes. Additionally, the dome helps increase the illumination of the visual provides brilliant optical clarity and up to 4x magnification of maps, X-rays, photos and text.

2.5X Folding Magnifier

The 2.5X Folding Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed as a convenient aid for people who need to read the display on a cell phone, this pocket magnifier lens folds into an attached flip case and provides magnification up to 2.5 times the normal size of text, a picture or an object. This magnifier can be carried in a purse or pocket for use with restaurant menus, the telephone book, and minor hobby work.

20 / 20 Easy To Read Pen

The 20/20 Easy to Read Pen is a low vision pen designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pen writes bold lines in easy-to-read black ink. It is also thick in diameter so it is easy to grip.

24/7 Medical Alert

The 24/7 Medical Alert is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance or mobility disabilities or who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a bedside console that calls a professionally monitored central station when activated by a wireless pendant transmitter. The small, waterproof transmitter can be worn in the shower, and covers a radius of 150 to 200 feet, depending on the construction of the home. The console c

25 Grippers

The 25 Grippers are a set of 25 triangular finger grips designed for individuals with fine motor and grasping disabilities. These triangular grips help position the user's hand for writing and they can also be used with some cutlery, toothbrushes, and other small utensils. COLOR: Assorted bright colors.

2Gb Blank Cartridge For Nls/bard And Library Of Congress New Digital Talking Book Players

The 2GB Blank Cartridge for NLS/BARD and Library of Congress New Digital Talking Book Players is a digital talking book cartridge designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or physical disabilities that prevent holding a book. This cartridge is the new format for digital audio materials from the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) of the Library of Congress, and is used by eligible borrowers to download digital talking books and magazines

2x Magnifier Ballpoint Pen (Black Ink) with Comfort Grip & 3 Bonus Wallet Lenses

The 2x Magnifier Ballpoint Pen (Black Ink) with Comfort Grip & 3 Bonus Wallet Lenses is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device is made of durable optical grade shatter-proof acrylic for minimal distortion. Each package comes with 3 premium credit card sized magnifiers easily to travel with. Additionally, the pen is a 2x magnification pen and portable.

3 In 1 Magnifier

The 3 in 1 magnifier is hand magnifier with light and stand designed for use by people with low vision. This magnifier can be used as a simple 3X magnifier in one's hand or can be opened to provide hands-free magnification. The replaceable incandescent light can be switiched on to provide its third function. POWER: Uses 2 double-A batteries (not included).

3 Picture Speaker Phone

The Three Picture Speaker Phone is a specialized phone featuring large input keys and a continuous speaker phone setting to assist those with visual and auditory impairments. The phone also includes three large "visual" buttons that allow a photo to act as a contact cue. Additionally, the phone is hearing aid compatible.

3-Inch Round Led Magnifier

The 3-Inch Round LED Magnifier is a hand magnifier wit light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has an ultra-bright LED light and an easy-grip handle. The lens offers 2X magnification with a 6X power inset bifocal lens. POWER: 3 triple-A batteries (not indluded).

3.5 Inch Paperweight Dome Magnifier 4x for Low Vision Aids

The 3.5 Inch Paperweight Dome Magnifier 4x for Low Vision Aids is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The dome is designed with a 90 millimeter glass lens, providing a large viewing surface with maximum light collecting effects. This device has a frameless spherical design with excellent illumination and clarity they are available in different sizes. Additionally, the dome helps increase the illumination of the visual provides brilliant optical clarity and up to 2x magnification of

32 Message Communicator (Models 3206)

The 32 Message Communicator is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This lightweight portable communicator offers 192 three-second messages on six levels. Features include adjustable legs for tilting the unit, a carrying case and adjustable shoulder strap for traveling. POWER: Uses four AA batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 3 x 16 x 9 inches. WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds.

3x Hand-Free Large LED Bar Magnifier

The 3x Hand-Free Large LED Bar Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device provides 3X magnifying lens and is made with clear optical grade acrylic lenses. The magnifier is ideal for viewing newspapers, inspecting small objects, examining maps and extremely small texts, blueprints, hobbyist, engineers, maps, coins, stamps, electronic parts, needlepoint, jewelry, model building, and photos. The viewing area is 6 x 1.5 inches which covers entire 5 rows of letter size p

3X Ladybug Pendant Magnifier (Model 301128)

The 3X Ladybug Pendant Magnifier, model 301128, is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a lady bug design and includes a chain. The magnifier offers 3X magnification. DIMENSIONS: The magnifier is 1.25 inches and the chain is 28 inches long. COLOR: The design is available in red or green and the chain is silver tone.

3X Pocket Portable Magnifier with Authentic Leather Case

The 3X Pocket Portable Magnifier with Authentic Leather Case is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier is comfortable ergonomic shape suitable for seniors, students, professionals, and hobbyists. The device is comfortable and lightweight suitable for seniors, people with low vision and macular degeneration. Additionally, the device comes with built in authentic leather for added protection.

3X Round Hand Held Magnifier

The 3X Round Hand Held Magnifier is a handheld magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The round lens has 3X magnification. The clear glass lens is mounted on a long handle that is rounded to fit the user’s hand. DIMENSIONS: The lens is 5.5 inches in diameter; the handle is 10 inches long. WEIGHT: 12.3 ounces.

4-Choice Sequential Scanner For The Visually Impaired (Model 1247)

The 4-Choice Sequential Scanner for the Visually Impaired, model 1247, is a scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities or low vision. This communicator can display up to four brightly illuminated icons simultaneously. It is mounted on a 19-inch gooseneck that can be fastened to the edge of a table or desk with a clamp or used on a table-or desktop with a base with a storage compartment. The gooseneck, clamp and base are included as is a carrying handle.

433-Nc Nurse Call Button

The 433-NC Nurse Call Button provides residents with an efficient way to quickly and effectively alert their caregivers when attention is needed. This device is a tool to help care for those with Dementia or Alzheimer's, and must be used with the 433- EC Economy CordLess® Alarm (please see separate entry).

4Talk4

4talk4 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device is specifically designed for use in the classroom where its clear speech and adjustable volume allow students to participate in classroom activities. It can be placed on a desk or a wheelchair tray, and can be fixed in place using M4 captive nuts placed in the base. This communicator has four large tactile switches, each with four levels of speech, giving a potential total of si

4X Pendant Magnifier In Pink Heart Frame (Model 581247)

The 4X Pendant Magnifier in Pink Heart Frame, model 581247, is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier is surrounded by a heart shaped frame and can be worn around the neck with a chain. The magnifier offers 4 times magnification. DIMEMSIONS: The magnifier is 1.12 inches in diameter and the chain is 28 inches long. COLOR: The frame is pink and the chain is silver tone.

4X Unisex Pendant Magnifier

The 4X Unisex Pendant Magnifier, model number 581248, is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pendant magnifier has a glass lens that is protected by a .25-inch thick frame. The magnifier offers 4 times magnification. DIMENSIONS: The chain is 28 inches long. COLOR: The pendant is available with gold or silver tone frame with matching chain.

5-Inch Round Lighted Magnifier

The 5-inch Round Lighted Magnifier is a hand magnifier with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has an unbreakable, scratch-resistant optical-quality acrylic lens. The magnifier provides 2X magnification and has a 6X bifocal inset. The light is operated with an on/off switch in the handle. POWER: Uses one triple-A battery (not included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 7.5 x 11.5 x 6 inches. WEIGHT: 8 ounces. GUARANTEE: 90-day satisfaction guarantee.

50 Great Activities For Children Who Stutter

50 Great Activities for Children Who Stutter is a set of activities designed for children who stutter. Includes step-by step directions as well as dialogue to use with children. Contains a number of activities specifically designed for therapy groups composed of children who stutter and children with language disorders. Some examples include: Identifying and Exploring Stuttering — Stutter Tag, Stuttering Awards, Candid Camera, Teach Me How to Stutter, Stuttering Private Eye. Practicing Speech To

6 Level 32 Message Communicator

The 6 Level 32 Message Communicator is designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. The communicator allows the user to record and play back 32 different messages per level, for a total of 192 messages. The frame provides keyguard between message squares and allows for easy changing of overlays. Additional features 6 levels of communication, 32 messages per level and 3 seconds recording time per message.

6760 Utensil Handles

The 6760 Utensil Handles are foam holders that fit into palm of the hand. The holders have a hole in the center for eating utensils, personal hygiene items, activity brushes and crayons, and other items. The holders have an anchor strap that goes around the back of the hand, are contoured, and adjustable for fit. These devices may also be used as hand exercisers. SIZES: Small (1-inch diameter x 3 inches) and Large (1.5-inch diameter x 3.75 inches). COLOR: Blue, orange or red.

6762 Therapy Handles

The 6762 Therapy Handles are foam grasping aids for hands. These holders have a 1-inch extension which the thumb can be positioned around. A utensil, pen, pencil, or other instrument can be placed into the extension itself or in the end of the holder, depending on the hand position. An adjustable snap buckle slides along the strap for an individualized fit. An additional vinyl strap that attaches to the therapy handle strap is also included. The additional length allows the strap to be wrapped a

6X Gold Tone Pendant Magnifier (Model 581252)

The 6X Gold Tone Pendant Magnifier, model 581252, is a hand magnifying lens designed for individuals with low vision. This round magnifier offers 6 times magnification and can be worn around the neck on a chain. DIMENSIONS: The lens is 1.5 inches in diameter, and the chain is 28 inches long. COLOR: Gold casing with gold chain.

6X Silver Tone Pendant Magnifier (Model 581242)

The 6X Silver Tone Pendant Magnifier, model 581242, is a hand magnifying lens designed for individuals with low vision. This round magnifier offers 6X magnification and can be worn around the neck on a chain. DIMENSIONS: The lens is 1.5 inches in diameter, and the chain is 28 inches long. COLOR: silver casing with silver chain.

7 Level Communication Builder (Models 7075 & 7075B)

The 7 Level Communication Builder is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. Designed to expand as the child develops new skills, the unit features 300 seconds of message recording time that can be divided into one, two, four, eight, or 16 selections on up to seven levels. Five interchangeable frames create the desired number of selection positions. Messages can be recorded as needed at the touch of a button. The unit features a built-in carr

7-Message Take Or P:ace N' Talk Go! Board (Model 3347)

The 7-Message Take or Place N' Talk Go! Board, model 3347, is a direct selection communicator and educational toy designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This unit features seven light-sensitive compartments. When an object or picture is removed from a compartment, a photo cell activates a recorded seven 35-second messages. Messages can be recorded as needed and recessed compartments on the front panel can hold pictures, symbols, or objects (not included). The pocket on the

7.25-Inch Braille Reading Platform (Model Krs1)

The 7.25-Inch Braille Reading Platform, model kRS1, is a bookholder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit is made of acrylic and fits over a Perkins Brailler (see entry), a computer keyboard, braille notetakers, or the slate and stylus. It can be used to hold a telephone on top and a brailler beneath. A braille book or worksheet can rest on the platform, which encourages two-handed braille reading. DIMENSIONS: 7.25 inches high with a 10 x 20 inch platform. C

7X Pocket Magnifier

The 7X Pocket Magnifier is a hand magnifier with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pocket-sized, optical-quality magnifier has LED lighting with a large on/off switch and an unbreakable, scratch-resistant lens. POWER: Uses three triple-A batteries (not included). GUARANTEE: 90-day satisfaction guarantee.

8X Folding Pocket Magnifier

The 8X Folding Pocket Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 1.5-inch diameter magnifying lens features a glass lens in a black frame with 8x magnification. The lens swings out of a protective pocket that provides protection from scratches when not in use. The unit can be carried in a purse or pocket, and it comes with a carrying pouch.

A Braille Spelling Dictionary For Beginning Writers

A Braille Spelling Dictionary for Beginning Writers is a manual for teaching braille spelling to students who are blind or have low vision. This one-volume braille dictionary contains 1,400 words, listed alphabetically without definitions, enabling elementary school-age children to look up the spelling of words independently. The dictionary is in both print and braille, so sighted and blind children and teachers or parents can use it together.

A Special Phone

A Special Phone is a cell phone screen reader and a voice output dialing program for cell phone designed for use by individuals who are blind, have low vision or have cognitive or memory disabilities. This application (or app) provides audio and tactile (through vibration) feedback to ensure that the user calls the correct person. The program allows a person to establish up to six contacts who can be speed dialed. To establish a contact, the user (or an assistant) selects a person or organizatio

A.t. Flash

The A.T. Flash is a carrying aid for communicators designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This device can also be used to transport laptop/notebook computers and it can be modified to carry other items like a small oxygen tank or ventilator. Features include a device tray with strap-in system to hold devices in place and four heavy-duty rubber wheels for stability and maneuverability. This height-adjustable carrying aid folds down to fit in the trunk of a car

Ab900 Amplified Answering Machine

The AB900 Amplified Answering Machine is a hearing aid compatible amplified answering machine designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Messages can be amplified as much as 40 decibels (dB) in volume, and played back at slower speeds to increase intelligibility. The controls feature a one-touch play and pause button, rotary controls for frequency tone and play back speed, and buttons to skip and repeat messages. The unit has 24 minutes of digital recording with flash memor

Abacus Basic Competency: A Counting Method (Models 7-00219-00 & 5-00219-00)

"Abacus Basic Competency: A Counting Method," by Susan M. Millaway, is an instructional manual designed for teaching skills in performing the four basic math operations on the abacus to children and adults who are blind or have low vision. It comes in a large print edition, model 7-00219-00, and a braille edition, model 5-00219-00. The braille edition is 102 pages. This manual employs both instruction and exercises to teach abacus skills, using the Counting Method rather than traditional indirec

Abc's Of Braille (Model 5-00200-00)

ABCs of Braille, by Bernard Krebs, model 5-00200-00, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This braille textbook provides a simplified introduction to the characters and rules of English braille. The plan and layout of instructional materials are designed to assist both the teacher and the student.

Abilitations Articulate Game

Abilitations Articulate Game students practice target sounds in the initial, medial and final positions in nouns, verbs and adjectives at the word, sentence, phase and carryover level. Game includes 95 cards, 1 dry erase marker and an eraser tip. All cards are dry erase for easy marking on the circles provided on each card or for tallying correct responses while making therapy fun for kids. Game includes 90 target sound cards that can elicit thousands of responses through a variety of combinatio

Abilitations Speech Bin Just R Articulation Card

Abilitations Speech Bin Just R Articulation Card helps students practice target sounds in the initial, medial or final positions in nouns, verbs and adjectives at the word, phrase, sentence as well as carryover level. Set offers 90 target sound cards, allowing users to bring out thousands of responses through a variety of combinations. Set renders opportunity to incorporate articles, adjectives, pronouns and modals to form phrases as well as sentences with extra cards. Set features dry erase car

Abilitations Speech Bin SensationalSIX Flip Book

Abilitations Speech Bin SensationalSIX Flip Book was designed as the one-stop-shop folder for speech therapy, occupational therapy, and teaching. Each spiral bound flip book contains a mirror, dry erase board, chalkboard, felt/magnetic board, and card ledge that supports up to 5 "Just" cards (see index) or most any speech and language card. The SensationalSIX Flip Book is perfect for one-on-one therapy sessions or for use with small groups.

Able Jr AAC

Able Jr AAC is augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) application for the iPad/iPhone and iPod Touch that is specifically designed for toddlers and preschoolers with delayed speech or severe speech disorders. Express frequently used words and phrases by scrolling through 26 categories with over 750 pictures available. Intuitive and child-friendly, Able Jr helps young children to communicate with teachers, family, caregivers, and other people they meet in everyday life. Able Jr offers p

Ablenet Responsable Wearable Alert Unit

AbleNet Responsable Wearable Alert Unit is designed for use by seniors, individuals with mobility or balance disabilities or individuals at risk for medical emergencies. It works with users existing phone lines, allowing them to program up to four phone numbers to call on a single push of a button. An additional pendant allows another loved one, patient or student to use the same base station and easily access the same two-way cordless speakerphone functionality. CAPACITY: Use up to four pendant

Ableware Ring Writer Clip

The Ableware Ring Writer Clip is a a utensil or pen or pencil holder designed for use by individuals with arthritis or limited manual dexterity or gripping ability. Made of polyethylene, this device consists of two linked rings. The larger ring slips over a thumb or finger and the implement or utensil handle slips into the smaller ring at the correct angle for use. This device can be used with pens, pencils, paint brushes, straight razors, tooth brushes, etc. SIZES: The package of three include

Abovo Personal Communication Device (Models Pcd-P & Pcd-Np)

The Abovo Personal Communication Device, models PCD-P and PCD-NP, is a communication board designed for use by individuals who are unable to communicate verbally. This product allows the user to communicate through single finger typing. This portable, handheld electronic device features 41 keys, a 4-function calculator and a microprocessor with the ability to store 8000 characters. It is available in Alpha or QWERTY style and be purchased without a printer, with an internal printer or with Mul

Abstract Categories

Abstract Categories is a game for children with disabilities who have trouble with communication that teaches abstract thinking and sorting by category. Children learn that although items may be different they still have a common base. A child may be able to name concrete categories such as animals, shapes or colors. However abstract categories such as things that are noisy, things you find at birthday parties or things that have bristles are equally important for understanding the world around

Acapela Bilingual Voices

Acapela Bilingual Voices is additional software for a Prentke Romich Company (PRC) communicator designed for children with communication disabilities who are bilingual to better understand their environment. Acapela bilingual voices provide a way for device users who need to communicate in both English and Spanish to use the same voice in both situations. Each voice comes with both an American English and an American Spanish version that can be unlocked within NuVoice and assigned for speech, pr

Accent 1200

The Accent 1200 is a handheld direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. It has an 11.6-inch liquid crystal display (LCD) thin film transistor (TFT) HD touchscreen display. In addition to the touchscreen, the user can interface with the Accent 1200 using mini keyboard and mouse (included), or single- or dual-switch scanning. The product comes pre-loaded with Acapela, F

Accent 1400

Accent™ 1400 is a dedicated speech-generating device (SGD) that offers user-friendly features to make communicating fast and easy for individuals with speech impairments. The 14” screen can be used for individuals with complex access needs or those who want larger icons.

Accessaphone

Accessaphone is a voice output telephone and caller identification (ID) program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software provides voice output for the standard functions on a multi-user desktop telephone or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) pffice telephone system, and enables the user to control telephone functions through a computer keyboard or alternative input device. Its internal text-to-speech (TTS) capability provides voice output for caller ID and

Accessaphone Ip-Tty

The accessaphone IP-TTY is a computer-based text telephone (TT) designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have communication disabilities. This telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD or TTY) is engineered to enable TTY communications using existing technology and most modern real- time text solutions with no analog lines required. This device supports hearing carry over (HCO) and voice carry over (vco) and includes a multi-line display and a recent calls list. Th

Accessaphone Total Conversation

accessaphone Total Conversation is computer based text telephone and videophone designed for use by individuals with hearing, vision, speech, cognitive, or mobility disabilities. This system features telephony with simultaneous video, text and audio and is compatible with Braille readers and uses standard session initiated protocol (SIP). For users who are deaf or hard of hearing, the system provides simultaneous video, text,and speech and supports real-time text. For users who have difficulty i

Accessibility Suite

Accessibility Suite is a suite of computer access interfaces and functional applications that support reading and writing, designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. The suite is designed for use in schools, businesses, and other organizations to make workstations accessible to the largest number of users. It includes diverse software that provides support for the differing needs of students, employees, and others who find reading and writing a cha

Accessible Navigation ForBlind

The Accessible Navigation ForBlind is an app designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision to safely travel. Features include:

Accessory Mounting Platforms & Hardware

The Accessory Mounting Platforms and Hardware are adjustable wheelchair mounting kits for communicators. These aluminum mounting systems have a 2.5 x 8.5 inch platform and adjust through 360 degrees. Options include a flexible or pedestal mount, and flange, tube clamp, or tray clip.

Acereader Pro

AceReader Pro is a reading tutorial program designed for use by students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, low vision, or auditory or visual discrimination disabilities. This program uses two presentation methods to help the user learn to read more fluently by taking in multiple words at one time. In Rapid Serial Visual Presentation mode, text is displayed in the center of the text area, allowing the user to read without moving his or her eyes. In Tachistoscopic Scroll Presentation mode, te

Acrobat Long Arm

The Acrobat is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full-color, auto-focus rotating camera that enables the user to read, write, self-view, and magnify images at any distance. The three-in-one camera is detachable from the mounting arm to provide self-viewing, distance viewing, and near viewing with a true mirror image. Other features include automatic memory, magnification up to 72 times, auto focus, seven viewing modes, horizontal line markers

Acrobat Lcd

The Acrobat LCD is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full-color, auto-focus rotating camera that enables the user to read, write, self-view, and magnify images at any distance. This 3-in-1 video magnifier is designed for near, distance, and self viewing. By rotating the camera, the user can read, write, groom, and magnify images at any distance. Other features include automatic memory, magnification up to 65x, auto focus, seven viewing modes,

Acrobat Panel

The Acrobat Panel is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit integrates a full-color, auto-focus rotating camera that enables the user to read, write, self-view, and magnify images with a slim, 12-inch moveable liquid crystal display (LCD) panel. The three-in-one camera provides self-viewing, distance viewing, and near viewing with a true mirror image. This device magnifies up to 72 times for near viewing, 25 times for distance viewing, and five times for sel

Acrobat Short Arm

The Acrobat Short Arm is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full-color, auto-focus rotating camera that enables the user to read, write, self-view, and magnify images at any distance. The three-in-one camera is free-standing and offers great stability for self-viewing, distance viewing, and near viewing with a true mirror image. Other features include automatic memory, magnification up to 72 times, auto focus, seven viewing modes, horizontal l

Acrobat VGA Short Arm

The Acrobat VGA Short Arm is a visual magnifier designed for individuals with low vision. The device connects to the unit of a computer monitor or TV or portable viewing panel. The user can choose the optional long arm or short arm mount for a custom solution. (Note: Short arm camera is not interchangeable with any other option.) Features include: 

Acupoint Headpointer (Model 5801)

The AcuPoint Headpointer, model 5801, is a headwand designed for use by individuals with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury (SCI), brain injury, or upper extremity disabilities. The headpiece has an adjustable elastic strap of strong, lightweight graphite/glass composite lined with anti-bacterial treated foam for comfortable, sanitary use. The telescoping pointer is graphite with a small, flexible rubber tip.

Ada 100 Area Of Rescue Call System

The ADA 100 Area of Rescue Call System is an intercom based call signal system that is designed to be vandal-proof and in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act requirements. The system consists of multiple Master stations that are either wall- or desk- mounted, and up to 60 of individual area stations, installed flush in the wall or surface mounted, in Areas of Rescue Assistance. This 2-way communication system presents both locations with visual as well as audible signals, and allow

Ada 121 Audio Visual Alert System

The ADA 121 Audio Visual Alert System is a flashing light and enhanced audible doorbell signal.This modular device enables people with visual and/or hearing impairments to be made aware of incoming telephone calls and/or when visitors to their residence are outside their front door and ringing the doorbell. Resident awareness is stimulated via a very loud piezoelectric buzzer and a flashing strobe light. The length of the sound emitted and the strobe flashing may be adjusted from 1 to 60 secon

Ada Compliant Blue Light Tower Phone (Models E-1600-Blt-Ewp & E-1600A-Blt2-Ewp)

ADA Compliant Blue Light Tower Phone, models E-1600A-BLT-EWP and E-1600A-BLT2-EWP, is an emergency telephone designed for use by individuals with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or who are blind or have low vision. This emergency phone has a brightly colored enclosure made of Marine grade 316 stainless steel and powder coated aluminum. It features hands-free activation and Grade 2 braille labels. Whenever the emergency phone goes off-hook, the phone automatically dials up to five pre-

Ada Compliant Emergency Phone - 1600A Series

The ADA Compliant Emergency Phone - 1600A Series is an emergency telephone designed for use by individuals with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or who are blind or have low vision. The emergency phones in this series are designed to provide hands-free telephone communication in public areas such as elevators, parking ramps, or around ATMs. They have Grade 2 braille labels, and can automatically send a digital announcement to identify the location of the emergency call. All parameters,

Adaptations For Independent Use Of Cassette Tape Recorder/radio By High-Level Quadriplegic Patients.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Mouthsticks and adapted holder for cassettes to allow a C-3 to C-5 quadriplegic to operate a tape recorder/radio in order to listen to music independently. This adaptation needs two mouthsticks made of metal, plastic or wood: one about 50 cm long with a friction tip (i.e., a dowel and and a pencil eraser), and one that separates into two 9 cm "fingers" with 1 cm projections to fit into the holes in the cassette; a cassette holder tilted at a 70-degree

Adapted Book

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable children with limited hand or finger control to turn pages independently. To adapt the book, number the pages in the book; cut the book apart to separate each page. Laminate each page of the story. Three-hole punch each page and put it in the binder in order. Cut weather stripping into half-inch chunks, peel the backing off each piece and place two or three pieces on each page: one at the top, one at the bottom, and one in the middle. Slide the cov

Adaptivation Randomizer Gamer

The Adaptivation Randomizer Gamer is a basic single message communicator with two levels designed for children with communication disabilities to be able to effectively communicate with their caregiver(s). This Communicator has two levels, with each level recorded independently; messages can be recorded on one level without affecting the messages on the other level. On level 1, messages are played back at true random and a message could repeat before other messages play. On level 2, messages are

Address File Communication Board.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Communication board consisting of a rocker switch connected to a small battery powered address file with pictures, symbols or words on the roll of paper, intended to facilitate communication for severely disabled persons with good cognitive abilities. Lists materials needed to adapt the address file (Auto-Directory from Radio Shack or similar product) and to manufacture the switch. Provides detailed instructions on constructing the device. Includes pho

Addvox 7 Watt Voice Amplifier Kit

The ADDvox 7 Watt Voice Amplifier Kit is a speech amplifier with microphone headset designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities. It is designed to elevate the vocal volume of people with temporary or permanent voice impairments and to assist those who rely on an electronic speech aid, voice prosthesis or use esophageal speech. This system comes with the FeatherLite Pro Headset Microphone that features ear hooks designed to hook over the top of both ears with a back band to connect t

Adjective Cards

Adjective Cards are photo cards designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 35 coated cards can be used for reading skill development or for communication training and provides clear full-color photographs of children designed to aid in learning words and concepts to describe the external world. DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 5 inches.

Adjustable Angle Sequencer With Switch (Model 806)

The Adjustable Angle Sequencer with Switch, model 806, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication and vision disabilities. The circular patterned red LED lights in the center give the user a visual cue for targeting and encourage the user to activate the switch. The angle of large switch is adjustable from 32 degrees to 90 degrees. The light can be turned on or off. This sequencer has a total of 300 seconds recording time. The unit can also be used as

Adjustable Book Rest.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Book rest which adjusts to hold the book at many angles. Book rest made of wood, with wing nuts and bolts to provide adjustability. Provides shopping list of materials needed, instructions and diagram. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Caston, D TITLE: Easy to Make Aids for Elderly People REF: London, England: Souvenir Press: p 88-89. Also available from Prentice-Hall, Englewoods Cliffs, NJ. NARIC CALL NUMBER: R3460 PAGES (including cover): 3 1985.

Adjustable Communication Board.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Card or small object holder intended as a communication board. Describes plywood board with slots, to hold picture cards, made of plywood strips, a vinyl pocket to hold the cards, and a small shelf. The board is hinged to pieces of wood to allow it to be set at various angles. Includes drawing. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Arnold, P L TITLE: Designing for Individual Needs: A Manual on the Design of Environments, Furnishings and Materials for I

Adjustable Head Pointer (Model 6001)

The Adjustable Head Pointer, model 6001 is a headwand designed for use by individuals with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury (SCI), brain injury, or upper extremity disabilities. The Adjustable Head Pointer is an aluminum pointer that projects from above the forehead. Size and shape of the frame, as well as the length and angle of the pointing rod are adjustable. The elastic head band and chin strap attach with hook-and-loop material.

Adjustable Headstick / Pointer (Model H71830)

The Adjustable Headstick/Pointer, model H71830, is a headwand designed to assist nonvocal individuals with communication. The device may also be used as an actuator for switches or controls. The device consists of plastic bands adjustable to the size of the user's head and reinforced with metal hardware, and topped with the aluminum pointer rod. The headband features padding at the forehead for comfort. The rod is length and angle adjustable in any direction and has a pencil holder at the tip. D

Adjustable Overbed Bedside Table

The Adjustable Overbed Bedside Table is designed for individuals who are confined to a bed for a substantial period of time. For instance, those persons with lower extremity disabilities and walking disabilities, or those who sustained a brain injury or individuals recovering from a stroke. Multipurpose table top. Can be used for eating, writing, working/watching movies on your laptop, reading, etc. Top tilts 45 degrees in either direction. Raised rim helps keep items from sliding off. On rollin

Adjustable Telephone Support

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To provide a customized adjustable phone support to enable an individual with limited use of one arm to have less difficulty operating her speaker-phone. A vertical adjustment is provided by clamping the frame to vertical copper pipes that are mounted to a wall with hose clips. The up and down motion of the bottom of the phone is adjusted by pivoting the wood mounting base piece around the horizontal three-quarter-inch copper tube at its top edge. Adjusting the rotati

Adjustable Touch Screen Mouth Stylus (Model 9089)

The Adjustable Touch Screen Mouth Stylus, model 9089, is a mouthstick for a tablet computer designed for use by individuals with grasping, fine motor, neurological, severe physical or upper extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. This telescoping stylus is lightweight with a tip that requires minimal pressure. It has an adjustable stainless steel shaft and a plastic bite plate with rubber sleeves that allows the user to firmly and comfortably hold the stylus in his or her mouth. This mouth

Adjustable Writing Slope (Models 501 and 502)

The Adjustable Writing Slope, models 501 and 502, is an adjustable-angle writing platform designed for use by children and adults with neurological and physical disabilities. Intended to improve posture while reading and writing, the Slant Board can be used on any flat surface and adjusts to 10 angles that range between 10 and 80 degrees for personalized comfort. It is handcrafted from durable hardwood ply with a low-contrast, non-glare, clear lacquer finish. The Adjustable Writing Slope is equi

Adrian's Bus Pass/phone Holder (Model 173)

The Adrian's Bus Pass/Phone Holder, model 173, is a cell phone pouch designed for use by individuals with mobility disabilities or spinal cord injury. It hangs around the neck and keeps necessary items within reach, right in front. This machine-washable denim-shirt-shaped pouch has space for keys, bus pass, cell phone, and/or lunch money. DIMENSIONS: Approximately 5.5 x 5.5 inches at the broadest point; it narrows to 4 inches wide. The neck cord is 22 inches long. COLOR: Available in assorted co

Adt Companion Services Personal Response System

The ADT Companion Services Personal Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with mobility disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This monitoring system includes a base unit and one personal help button. The personal help button is waterproof and comes in one of three styles (wristband, pendant, or stationary button). It provides wireless two-way voice intercom at up to 300 feet from the base unit.

Adult Weighted Holder

The Adult Weighted Holder is a pencil or pen holder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. These holders securely hold most round or irregularly shaped items from 1/8-inch to 7/16-inch in diameter. This weighted handle is available in a standard or deluxe model and uses three adjustable set screws to accommodate different sizes. The deluxe model has a plastic vinyl handle and the standard model has a metal handle. The set includes a Husky pencil, a pencil sharpener, a

Advanced Auditory Communicator (Model 4398)

The Advanced Auditory Communicator, model 4398, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This six-level communicator with auditory cueing has space for seven picture icons (not included), and plays up to 42 messages. When the user pushes one of the icons, the selected message is played at a low volume; when the icon is pushed again, the message is played at an amplified volume. This communication aid has up to three hundred sec

Advanced Descripto-Cards

Developed by Edna Carter Young from work by Carolyn Weiner and Rachel T. Cartwright, these Advanced Descripto-Cards® are designed for adults who have communication disabilities, specifically Aphasia, to teach them functional communication skills that they can use each day. This is the advanced version with more cards and levels than previous versions. Targets functional communication for adult users with aphasia. Reintroduce functional vocabulary using 287 color and 20 black and white photograph

Advocate+ With Environmental Control

AdVOCAte+ With Environmental Control is a direct selection and scanning communicator and environmental control unit designed for use by indviduals with communication or speech disabilities together with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This portable unit provides environmental control capabilities with recorded speech output for communication. It has the same speech output and auditory prompt features as the adVOCAte communicator (see separate entry), but in addition has train

Aeir Talk

Aeir Talk is a flashcard app designed for children who have communication disabilities that allows the user to record speech to go with the flashcards. Flashcards are created as either nouns or verbs. There are a small number of starter phrases which can be played before a noun or verb, which then puts them into a complete sentence. Existing vocabulary can be modified with new recordings and/or images. The voice output is a male recorded speech for pre-existing items, but this can be replaced wi

Afb Braille Alphabet Card

The AFB Braille Alphabet Card is a braille alphabet card designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The card is embossed with the braille alphabet and braille numbers, and includes an explanation of braille and a short history of its development. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 9x 4 inches.

Affinity Basic & Affinity Basic Vga

Affinity Basic and Affinity Basic VGA are desktop video magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV consists of a base unit with a 60 hertz (Hz) CCD camera above a reading tray. The base unit can be connected to a television monitor (not included) in either an in-line or side-by-side configuration. Affinity Basic VGA can also be connected to a VGA computer monitor. Documents placed on the reading tray can be viewed in color or black and white, with magnification ranging

Affinity Supreme & Affinity Supreme Vga

Affinity Supreme and Affinity Supreme VGA are desktop video magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV has a 60 hertz (Hz) CCD camera above a reading tray, with a monitor that is placed low so that users do not have to look up at the screen. Affinity Supreme VGA can also be connected to a VGA computer monitor. Documents placed on the reading tray can be viewed in color or black and white, with magnification ranging from 2.8 times original size up to 57 times original s

Aid For Inserting Paper Into Typewriter.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Aid to insert paper into typewriter for those with minimal hand function. Paper insert attachment is for the end of a mouthstick or for use with a quad cuff typing stick. A piece of low temperature thermal plastic 3 inches by 1 inch is beveled on one of the short ends. Two holes are punched just off center in the middle and the plastic is heated and folded in half lengthwise. A dowel is inserted through the holes and the plastic forms a clip like devic

Aid To Independence: Hand Splint For Cerebral Palsied Children.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Hand splint to enable a child with cerebral palsy to hold a pencil, crayon or stick. Discusses construction of the splint, rationale for use and advantages and disadvantages. The splint consists of 2 parts: a molded plastic forearm splint with straps to keep the hand at 20 percent extension, and a dowel for the child's fingers to fit around which has a hole to hold a pencil or crayon. Includes drawings and photographs. SKILLS REQUIRED: Plastics. AUTHOR

Aladdin Ambassador & Aladdin Ambassador Pro

The Aladdin Ambassador is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This system uses optical character recognition (OCR) technology to convert text from books, magazines, and other printed materials to high-quality speech using DECtalk speech synthesis software. This system has a 1.08 gigabyte hard drive with the capacity to hold 60,000 pages of text. A built-in tape recorder jack allows a tape recorder to be attached to make recordings. Fea

Aladdin Apex (Models Gf9A-17 & Gf9A-20)

The Aladdin Apex, models GF9A-17 and GF9A-20, is a video magnitifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This desktop video magnifier has an adjustable flat panel monitor that can be raised or lowered to bring the image to eye level, moved forward or backward to the optimum viewing distance, and tilted to reduce glare. The monitor also folds down for storage. Viewing features include 24 color select options, high contrast, line markers, shadow masking, and continuous auto focus with

Aladdin Classic

The Aladdin Classic is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system features a reading table and a 17-inch black-and-white monitor. The reading table has a large, non-glare platform to accommodate oversized books. The reading table moves freely in any direction and a large easy-to-operate lever locks the table in position. Adjustable drag-and-lock margin stops enable viewing of columns. This system provides print magnification to more than two inches high, br

Aladdin Companion

The Aladdin Companion is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This portable system features a built-in carrying handle, a fixed reading table, and a nine-inch black-and-white monitor. This system provides print magnification to more than one inch high, bright negative viewing mode, and a photo viewing mode. The unit offers magnification from 2.8X to 17.5X. Television inputs enable the unit to be connected to a television for viewing a larger image. Controls inclu

Aladdin Genie Pro

The Aladdin Genie Pro is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system can be used with SVGA and multi-sync monitors, S-video monitors, and television monitors (monitor not included). The reading table has a large, non-glare platform that assists in reading oversized books and moves freely in any direction. This system offers a split screen mode which permits simultaneous display of the magnified image and the computer image or full-screen toggle may be select

Aladdin Pro 75

The Aladdin Pro 75 is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system features a reading table and a fully-integrated 14-inch black-and-white monitor. The reading table has a smooth, non-glare platform to accommodate heavy books. The reading table allows reading of a full-sized sheet of paper without repositioning and a large easy-to-operate lever locks the table fully or partially in position. The unit also offers adjustable drag and margin stops. This system p

Aladdin Rainbow

The Aladdin Rainbow is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system features a reading table and a 14-inch color monitor. The reading table has a large, non-glare platform to accommodate oversized books. The reading table moves freely in any direction and a large easy-to-operate lever locks the table in position. The unit also offers adjustable drag-and-lock and margin stops for viewing columns. This system provides print magnification to more than three inch

Aladdin Rainbow Pro

The Aladdin Rainbow Pro is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system features a reading table and a 14-inch color monitor. The reading table has a large, non-glare platform to accommodate oversized books and it moves freely in any direction.This system provides print magnification to more than three inches high, bright negative viewing mode, color select mode to enable a choice of background and letter color, full-color viewing mode, and full-color photo m

Aladdin Ultra

The Aladdin Ultra is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system features a reading table and a 17-inch black-and-white monitor. The reading table has a large, non-glare platform to accommodate oversized books. The reading table moves freely in any direction and a large easy-to-operate lever locks the table in position. Adjustable drag-and-lock margin stops enable viewing of columns. This system provides print magnification to more than four inches high, bri

Aladdin Ultra Pro 75

The Aladdin Ultra Pro 75 is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system features a reading table and a 17-inch black-and-white monitor. The Feather Touch reading table has a large, smooth non-glare platform to accommodate heavy books. The reading table moves freely in any direction and a large easy-to-operate lever locks the table in position or minimizes movement from front to back. Adjustable drag-and-lock margin stops enable viewing of columns. This syste

Alarm Clock With Loudness Switch And Bed Shaker

The Alarm Clock With Loudness Switch and Bed Shaker is a digital alarm clock designed for home or travel use by people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The system comes with a full-function alarm clock and a powerful bed shaker. Other standard features include high/low alarm volume adjustment, a large snooze button, a bright display, and PM/alarm indicator. POWER: Uses standard household current with battery back-up.DIMENSIONS: The display is .6-inch high.

Alarm Dock Kit-- Smart Phone Docking Station and Wireless Bed Shaker

The Alarm Dock Kit-- Smart Phone Docking Station and Wireless Bed Shaker is designed for individuals who are deep sleepers or hard of hearing in awakening at a set time. The device has a built-in speaker, when used with the free SilentCall AlarmDock app, turns the user’s smartphone into an Extra Loud Alarm Clock (up to 100 dB) and also provides remarkable sound for streaming music. Features 2-in-1 wireless speaker and phone stand, rich, 360-degree crystal-clear sound, touch-sensitive controls, 2

Alcazar Audiobooks

Alcazar Audiobooks are recorded books on CD designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Specializing in classical stories and books for younger listeners, the collection also includes literary classics, books with inspirational themes, and titles commissioned for the home school market.

Alert Sentry System

The Alert Sentry System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system comes with a portable pendant and a desktop console unit that connects to the user's telephone line. When an emergency situation occurs, the user pushes an emergency button on the pendant or the console. A trained call center operator speaks to the user through the main console unit's speakerphone function.

Alertusa

AlertUSA is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance, mobility, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This personal emergency response system (PERS) has two components: a portable, water-proof help button (transmitter), which the user wears or carries, and a receiver unit connected to the user's existing telephone line. If the user experiences a fall or other medical emergency or other type of emergency, he or she

All About Materials

All About Materials is a language and science tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. To rescue the king in the weird and wobbly land of the Green Jelly, children must know the nature of materials from metal to fabric. Sorting and matching activities, simulations of objects floating and sinking, and experiments with magnetism are some of the ways users interact with the program. Special features include a notepad with talking word banks, narrated tex

All About Series Library Pack

The All About Series Library Pack is a language, math skills, and science tutorial program set designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. This six-title set offers speech support and word banks make the programs accessible to both early and non-readers. Titles in the set include All About Ourselves, All About Weather and Seasons, All About Shape and Space, All About Materials, All About number at Level 1, and All About Number Level 2 (each also sold separately; see sepa

All About Shape And Space

All About Shape and Space is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Matching, sorting, symmetry, and pattern-making activities introduce learners to basic concepts as they work with two- and three-dimensional shapes. Audio support assists in developing of informational processing and communication skills. Quizzes and opportunities to write about shapes using extensive word banks cdomplete the activities. COMPATIBILITY: The CD-ROM includes

All About Weather And Seasons

All About Weather and Seasons is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Young readers and pre-readers discover answers to questions about the seasons and weather as they interact with the colorful, animated pages of the program. The program offers full speech support and fully supported with narrated instructions and talking stories. Fun, simple games and activities allow children to explore how weather relates to people, their surroundin

All Purpose Table (Model F712)

The All Purpose Table, model F712, is a bed tray with a tilt top that will fold flat. It has clips for holding books or papers, and a laminated top with a lip at the front edge. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 18 x 17 inches.

Allora

Allora is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This text-to-speech device enables any message typed on the keyboard and shown on the display to be read out clearly in a high-quality, natural sounding male or female voice. These digitized sounds can be used to attract attention, animate a conversation, orfor playback of a human voice or as a WAV or MP3 player. The synthesized voice (Realspeak) is available in different languages. The u

Allreader

AllReader is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device integrates a scanner, optical character recognition (OCR), voice synthesis, a Daisy player, and a CD-ROM drive in a single unit. It digitizes any type of printed material and reads Daisy format e-books and text files. Voice output is provided in English, French, Spanish, and German. The device has built-in stereo speakers, a headphone jack, a USB port, and a Super VGA out con

Alpha Dough Uppercase Letters Kit

The Alpha Dough Uppercase Letters Kit is a hands-on, multi-sensory learning tool designed for teaching children with learning disabilities literacy skills, letter recognition, and correct letter formation of uppercase alphabet letters. Children roll the dough into rope shapes and for the letters using the dough on jumbo alphabet (pattern) letter cards. The backside of each card features tracing and writing practice.

Alphabet & Numeral Cards (Model 23-70001-3)

Alphabet & Numeral Cards, model 23-7001-3, are braille alphabet cards showing each English letter and numeral with its corresponding braille character. Each card has a blank space at the bottom for printing an organization or company name. DIMENSIONS: 3.5 x 1 inches.

Alphabet Discovery Bottle

The Alphabet Discovery Bottle is an letter recognition sensory bottle designed for children with intellectual difficulties to help them through olfactory sense and proprioception with learning the alphabet, to allow them a calming way to learn the letters of the alphabet. Depending on the size/weight of the bottle this can be a motor activity, movements carried out when the brain, nervous system, and muscles work together.

Alt-Chat

ALT-Chat is a dynamic display communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This compact PDA-based dedicated communication device provides digitized (recorded) and synthesized (computer generated) speech output through direct selection of symbols or through spelling. For individuals using symbols to communicate, it includes the ability to use photos or choose from over 10,000 included symbols. The appearance and size of buttons and the number of buttons

Aluminum Diagramming Foil (Models 1-04120-00, Sheet 1-04090-00

Aluminum, 0.005 inches thick and sprayed on one side with an off white flat paint which will readily accept drawings made by pencil or ink. After design has been penciled in, the foil can be embossed using the tools in the Tactile Graphics Kit, 1-08840-00. Can be used for Braille. The roll (model 1-04120-0, $45.26) is 11 inches wide and approximately 150 feet long. Also available in 11 by 11 inch sheets (model 1-04090-00, $15.20), 30 per pack.

Aluminum Signature Guide

The Aluminum Signature Guide is a signature guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It helps to ensure proper signature placement for checks, contracts, etc. DIMENSIONS: Rectangular ring 3.5 x 1 inch.

AM PM Push Button Weekly Pill Planner XL

The AM PM Push Button Weekly Pill Planner XL is designed for individuals with cognitive disabilities or memory loss stay organized and keep track of pills and medication. This pill planner is easy to use without using two hands or applying excess pressure. Ideal for those with weakness in hands and dexterity issues. X-large compartments holds up to 30 aspirin tablets.

Amara.org

AMARA is a computer programming software component that is designed for the deaf and/or hard of hearing. It adds captioning to and translates videos. For instance, if this platform is used with YouTube, videos would have captioning and/or translation added to them. It also works with Vimeo and HTML.5. Multiple viewers can help the producer of the video add subtitles and/or translations via a comments section. Has a flexible application Programming Interface (API), making videos and captions easi

Amazon Alexa App

The Amazon Alexa App is intended to be used with the Amazon Echo device. I can be used by users with or without disabilities. The Amazon Alexa App is a companion to the Echo device for setup, remote control, and enhanced features. The app can play music, provide weather and news updates, answer questions, create lists, and much more. The app utilizes the cloud,  andcontinually learns and adds more functionality over time. The more the user uses Alexa, the more she adapts to speech patterns, voca

Amazon Echo

The Amazon Echo is a hands-free speaker users control with their voice. The product can be used to help people with hand movement disabilities or anyone with low body movement or other disabilities. Echo connects to the Alexa Voice Service to play music, provide information, news, sports scores, weather broadcasts, and more. The Echo has seven microphones and beam forming technology so it can hear the user from across the room. Echo can also be used as a speaker that can fill any room with 360°

Amazon Echo Spot

The Amazon Echo Spot is a hands-free speaker users control with their voice. The device is designed to fit anywhere in a house. Use the 2nd generation far-field voice recognition to watch video flash briefings, see music lyrics, weather forecasts, to-do and shopping lists, browse and listen to Audible audiobooks, and more. All hands-free—just ask.

America: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

America, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique sections: •

American Sign Language Avatar

The American Sign Language Avatar is a digital English-to-American Sign Language (ASL) translator designed to help individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing communicate with those who are not. Researchers at DePaul University have combined computer technology and linguistics research to create this avatar, which will be able to provide automatic translations of spoken English into ASL through ASL animation. This way, individuals who are deaf can understand spoken interactions. This avatar, nam

Ameriphone Alertmaster Baby Sound Monitor (Model Ambx)

The Ameriphone AlertMaster Baby Sound Monitor, model AMBX, is designed to alert individuals with hearing disabilities to a baby cry. When placed near the baby, the device enables monitoring of the baby from any room in the house. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery (included). WARRANTY: One year.

Ameriphone Amax Alertmaster Audio Alarm Monitor

The Ameriphone AMAX AlertMaster Audio Alarm Monitor is a wireless signal transmitter designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This device notifies users of a home audio alert, such as a timer or a fire, smoke or carbon monoxide detector. POWER: Uses a 9-volt battery (included). WARRANTY: One year.

Ameriphone Amdx Alertmaster Door Announcer (Model 01882)

The Ameriphone AMDX AlertMaster Door Announcer, model 01882, is a doorbell signal designed to alert individuals with hearing disabilities to the ringing of a doorbell or to a door intercom. When placed next to the existing doorbell, door chime, or intercom up to 80 feet away from the base unit, the device will alert the user when someone is at the door. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery (included). WARRANTY: One year.

Ameriphone Ampxb Alertmaster Personal Tactile Signaler (Model 01886)

The Ameriphone AMPXB AlertMaster Personal Tactile Signaler, model 01886, is a tactile paging system designed for use by individuals who are deaf, deaf blind, or hard of hearing. This portable unit has a tactile pad that provides vibrating notice of any kind of alert from the AM6000 AlertMaster Notification System (not included; see separate entry). It can be worn or carried for notification of household events inside or outside the house, including remote areas.

Ameriphone Amsx Alertmaster Motion Sensor (Model 01884)

The Ameriphone AMSX AlertMaster Motion Sensor, model 01884, is a wireless security system designed to indicate the presence of someone in the house for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It monitors the entry, hallway, or window and notifies the user of any unusual motion. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery (included). WARRANTY: One year.

Ameriphone Digital Cell Phone Compatible Combination Tty/vco (Model Q90D)

The Ameriphone Digital Cell Phone Compatible Combination TTY/VCO, model Q90D, is a portable text telephone or TT designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It plugs into most cellular and cordless telephones and features a full-size keyboard with 68 keys. The large, high contrast two-line display tilts for optimal viewing, and backlighting is provided to make reading easier. The Dialogue LVD (see separate entry), a large visual display, can also be used with this model. Hi-

Ameriphone Diiip Text Telephone With Printer And Text Answering Machine (Model 79063)

The Ameriphone DIIIP Text Telephone with Printer and Text Answering Machine, model 79063, is a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD/TTY) designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have speech or communication disabilities. This TT device has a 51-key, full-size, PC-style keyboard that allows users to type ahead of the actual transmission; a bright LCD display; a high-speed printer with three print sizes; a text answering machine with two programmable personali

Ameriphone Portable Telephone Handset Amplifier (Model Ha40)

The Ameriphone Portable Telephone Handset Amplifier, model HA40, is a handset amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This unit increases incoming sounds up to 40 decibels (dB). The hearing-aid compatible device is compatible with most home and office phones and connects between the handset and the phone base. Standard features include slide controls for volume and tone selection and a boost button to maximize amplification and block background noise and feedback by mu

Ameriphone Super Phone Ringer (Model Sr-100)

The Ameriphone Super Phone Ringer, model SR100, is a telephone signal amplifier designed to increase the volume of the ringer for individuals who are hard of hearing. This unit generates a ring of up to 95 decibels (dB). It features adjustable volume and tone controls, and comes with dual modular phone jacks for connecting to a standard analog telephone.

Ameriphone Wake Assure Super Bright Alarm Clock With Bed Shaker

The Ameriphone Wake Assure Super Bright Alarm Clock is a digital alarm clock designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The clock comes with a bed shaker and can be connected to a lamp to create a flashing alarm. An extra large display facilitates reading the time. The clock has an 85 decibel alarm with adjustable volume and tone control and an auto snooze feature. It includes a security timer that can turn a connected lamp on and off automatically. POWER: Uses standard hou

Amigo

The Amigo is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit provides digital magnification from 3.5 to 14X and enables the user to leave it directly on reading material and adjust magnification by turning a knob. Magnification can be increased by connecting the device to a television. This lightweight, compact unit has a screen tilting function that gives the user the flexibility to view images at a comfortable angle in one of six user-selectable viewing mo

Amigo HD Handheld Magnifier

The Amigo HD Handheld Magnifier is designed for users with low vision or partially blind. The device displays amazing crystal clear HD images with vibrant colors, at any distance, on a large 7 inch widescreen LCD. Place the screen reader directly on the reading material or hold it up to view an item at a distance. Amigo HD offers two desktop hands free positions, allowing you to read, write, pay bills, file nails and work on hobbies.

Amorphic Lens Systems, Reading Telescopic Systems, Microscopic Systems, Honey Bee Lens Systems, Bifocal Systems, Trioptic Systems

Large variety of lens systems for persons with low vision or specific visual problems such as tunnel vision. Includes systems used by physicians during surgery.

Amplified Answering Machine With Slow Playback (Model Vm150)

The Amplified Answering Machine With Slow Playback, model VM150, is a hearing aid compatible amplified answering machine designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Messages can be amplified as much as 40 decibels (dB) in volume, and played back at slower speeds to increase intelligibility, while HDS (High Definition Sound) technology sharpens and clarifies words. Call Intercept allows the user to answer or pick up call and talk while the caller is recording a message. The u

Amplified Cordless Telephone

The Amplified Cordless Telephone is a hearing-aid compatible cordless telephone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The handset volume adjusts up to 14 decibels and the phone has 25 chanels with automatic selection for clarity. Other features include Caller ID capability (with additional service from the local telephone company) and 20-number memory for one-touch dialing.

Amplified Headset

The Amplified Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This monaural headset works with single- and multi-line telephones to provide a 20 decibel (dB) gain. Standard fearures include volume control, a mute button, and a handset/headset button. WARRANTY: One year.

Amplified Photo Phone (Model P300)

The Amplified Photo Phone, model P300, is a large button amplified telephone designed for individuals with visual, hearing, upper extremity, or cognitive disabilities. This phone features a nine-section programmable touch pad with a space for a photograph over each section (three designer color photo frames are included). When the photograph is pressed, the corresponding phone number is automatically dialed, providing visual cues for the person or place being called. The phone also functions as

Amplified Receiver (Model 43010)

The Amplified Receiver, model 43010, is a handset amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This unit replaces the original telephone handset and provides added receiver volume.

Amplify'd

Amplify’d is a sound amplification program designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch as an amplification system. Sounds are picked up by the device’s microphone, amplified and processed in realtime by Amplify’d, and sent to the user’s earphones or earbuds. The user can adjust the volume by tapping the “Volume Boost” button under the “Settings” tab. Other features include frequencies adjustment, power savings

Ampliphone Iii (Models Ma-20 & I Ta-20)

Handset amplifier. Model III MA-20 can be installed by user; has plug in connection for fully modular, non dial in handset phones; mounts with clip or double backed tape; compatible with most modular standard or decorator phones. Model I TA-20 is for most non modular phones; mounts with a clip or double backed tape; requires hard wiring.

Amtel Direct Line System

The Amtel Direct Line System is an inter-office communication system consisting of a minimum of two units that transmit electronic messages by means of power wiring or a two wire local area network. The system was designed for the business community but modified for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The CDD allows a light (lamp) to become a flashing signal announcing incoming alerts and messages. The flashing speed varies depending on whether an alert or a message is being received.

Amtel Trav-Alert System

The Amtel Trav-Alert System is a paging system that can be used by individuals with hearing disabilities. Message arrival is announced by either a beep or a silent vibration. The full text of the message is displayed on the small screen of the pocket pager. The Trav-Alert System is an accessory to the Amtel Direct-Line System (see separate entry) and cannot be used alone. In addition to the Trav-Alert System, a communications carrier (paging company) must be employed. The message is sent from th

Andromeda

Andromeda is a portable video magnifier designed for use in reading by individuals with low vision. This video magnifier has a large reading table and a TFT (thin film transistor) flat screen. It magnifies documents three to fifty times with continuous zoom and an overview mode for easy orientation. It has three focus modes (full auto-focus, push-to-focus, and manual focus) and a selection of display modes, including full color, enhanced (high contrast) black on white and white on black modes, a

Andromeda IR-DET

The Andromeda IR-DET is a mounting receiver designed for use in reading by individuals with low vision. The IR detector is designed for separate mounting and connection to an Andromeda IR receiver. Additionally, the device can be surface mounted and sealed indoor mounting. NOTE! Fits only the Andromeda Receiver.

Andromeda IR-DET 15

The Andromeda IR-DET 15 is a mounting receiver designed for use in reading by individuals with low vision. The IR detector is designed for separate mounting and connection to an Andromeda IR receiver. Additionally, the device can be surface mounted and sealed indoor mounting.

Andromeda Socket

The Andromeda Socket is a portable video magnifier designed for use in reading by individuals with low vision. The device is adapted for people with functional disabilities who want to live a more independent life and can turn on and off lamps, turn on and off various appliances wirelessly. It can easily be moved between different wall sockets. 

Andromeda Socket CH

The Andromeda Socket CH is a portable video magnifier designed for use in reading by individuals with low vision. The device is designed for users with functional disabilities who are seeking to live more independently by turning on and off various appliances wirelessly. Additionally, the socket can be moved between different wall sockets.

Andromeda Socket DK

The Andromeda Socket DK is a portable video magnifier designed for use in reading by individuals with low vision. The device is designed for users with functional disabilities who are seeking to live more independently by turning on and off various appliances wirelessly. Additionally, the socket has a built-in on/off button that makes it possible to operate the device even if one has no IR/Z-Wave transmitter. It also has a blue indication light that shows if there is power at the socket.

Angelcare Sound Monitor And Movement Reassurance System

The Angelcare Sound Monitor and Movement Reassurance System is a sound and movement monitor designed to reassure parents of the safety of an infant during sleep. This unit monitors the slightest of movements by the child and sounds an alarm if movement stops for 20 seconds. The system includes a thin motion sensor pad that is inserted under the crib mattress and is plugged into the baby's transmitter unit. The portable parents' receiver unit monitors the baby's unit from up to 200 feet away. A m

Angled Glasses (Model Dl5113)

Angled Glasses, model DL5113, also called Bed Spectacles, are prism glasses designed for use by individuals who spend extended periods watching television or reading while lying down. The lenses on these lightweight glasses are prisms that change the line of sight without distortion and enable the wearer to view an image as if it were straight ahead while the wearer is lying flat. These glasses can be worn over prescription glasses or bifocals.

Animal Cracker Oral Motor Exercise with Shape Identification

Animal Habitats

Animal Habitats is a fully inclusive academic tutorial program designed to enhance language, reading, writing, speech, and cognitive skills for children in primary grades with developmental and physical disabilities. This collection of educational activities features a range of integrated support materials to effectively use the computer as a whole language tool in the classroom. This program uses an original story to introduce users to five habitats: the jungle, the desert, the grasslands, the

Announcer With 6 Levels (Models 5015)

The Announcer with 6 Levels, model 5015, is a sequencing direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This unit allows the user to first hear a series of words and then select one by simply activating its capability switch. The unit is mounted on a gooseneck for easy access. Features include six levels with 300 seconds of recording time, five-second messages, auditory cueing, auditory scanning, playback delay of 1 to 5 seconds, level ch

Answer Voice Activated Answering Machine

The Answer is a voice activated answering machine designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, or vision disabilities. Completely voice activated, this digital device has no operating buttons. The unit stores up to 60 messages with a time stamp (up to 15 total minutes of speech). The unit recognizes more than 16 different commands, requires no voice training, and can be accessed remotely by telephone using voice commands. The unit constantly "listens" to

Answer:yesno

Answers:YesNo is a communicator program and a direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. When the program is started, it initially displays two large, color-coordinated buttons: YES and NO. When th

Answers:yesno Hd

Answers:YesNo HD is a communicator program and a direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The program comes with two large, color-coordinated buttons: YES and NO. The program will read the selection when a button is pr

Aph Embossed Graph Sheets (Models 1-04052-00, 1-04055-00, 1-04053-00, & 1-04054-00)

Graph paper 8 1/2 by 11 inches comes 50 to a package. Standard 100 pound manila sheets are embossed with horizontal and vertical lines of small Braille dots and are designed for use by transcribers and or students. Coordinate axes are represented as solid lines.

Aph Embossed Graph Sheets (Models 1-04056-00, 1-04057-00, & 1-04058-00)

100 pound manila sheets are embossed with horizontal and vertical lines of small Braille dots and are designed for use by transcribers and/or students. Coordinate axes are represented as solid lines. 11 1/2 inches by 11 inch packages of 50.

Aph Friction Pad Kit (Model 1-03190-00)

The APH Friction Pad Kit, no. 1-03190-00, is designed for use with braille slates to reduce the noise of the stylus and to prevent marring of surfaces, and with other devices that tend to slip while in use. The kit consists of 3 assorted sizes of self adhesive, plastic foam strips.

Aphont

APHont is a low vision font designed for use by readers with low vision. It embodies characteristics that have been shown to enhance reading speed, comprehension, and comfort for large print users. The APHont Suite consists of Regular, Bold, Italic, and Italic Bold fonts. Features include more even spacing between letters; higher crossbars; no serifs; wider letters; heavier letters; underslung "j" and "q"; more open letters; and larger punctuation marks.

Aplanatic Hand Held Magnifiers (Model Series 2668-950)

The Aplanatic Hand-Held Magnifier, models 2668-50, 2668-75 & 2668-950, are hand-held magnifiers designed to be lightweight and portable for individuals with low vision. The Aplanatic lens is made of high-quality PXM lightweight lens with two plano-convex lenses that give a clearly defined, distortion free image. It is designed specifically for individuals with macular degeneration because of the clear image at the edges. All models are mounted in lightweight high grade plastic with ergonomic

APP2Speak

APP2Speak™ is an augmentative and alternative communication software application for the iPad to help children with autism by reducing frustration in assisting adults who cannot rely on speech as a means for functional communication. This functional application assists in communicating needs and wants. APP2Speak™ includes 80 preset real photos to assist in the process of communication. Each page displays 20 pictures with words. Each selection provides speech output for word and phrase describing

Argus 3000/l Screen Magnification System

The Argus 3000/l Screen Magnification System is a computer screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This hardware device magnifies text and graphics appearing on the computer screen, including recognition and tracking of cursor. It works without driver software or any resident program, and runs independently under DOS, all Windows environments, Windows NT, OS/2, Unix, and Linux. It also supports 256 different colors.

Aria

Aria is a braille notetaker with speech output designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. This computerized organizer is designed with word processing, mathematical and communicating capabilities. The user can construct full-fledged documents, transfer files, drive a modem or use a statistical calculator. With DOS interface, this device can run external software. It can be upgraded; the system runs on 1 Megabyte of RAM and 2 Megabytes of Flash ROM (contains the Aria software).

Arial Wireless Call System

The Arial Wireless Call System is a call signal and emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with severe physical disabilities in hospitals, long term care facilities, or residential facilities. The system includes a water-resistant pendant that can be worn on a necklace, belt, or wristband. The user can communicate wirelessly with staff by pressing a button on the pendant. Calls can be answered at the nurse station or routed to staff pagers. The system uses 900 megaHert

Ark Butter Grip

Designed to promote proper finger positioning during writing tasks, the round shape of the Butter Grip serves as a tactile cue for the fingers to grasp. Holding a pencil/pen with the fingertips below the grip provides support for the web space and finger muscles during writing and coloring activities. Created for both left- and right-handed individuals, the Butter Grip can be used with standard pencils, pens and most adaptive writing utensils. At a diameter of 1 inch, this grip is recommended fo

Ark's Tran-Quill Pen

The ARK Tran-Quill Pen combines two of their patented adaptive utensil tools: the Bite-n-Chew Tips and Z-Vibe vibrating utensil handle to help improve writing skills. Vibration aids in focus and concentration. The vibrations of the tool are felt in the hand, but do not affect the actual writing.

Ark's Weighted Pencil

ARK's Weighted Pencil is a writing tool recommended for individuals with sensory integration issues and/or undeveloped fine motor control. The weight and textured surface of the pencil provide increased sensory input and proprioceptive feedback to the hand while writing. These sensations may increase focus, normalize writing speed, increase hand strength and dexterity, and/or decrease the grip force used to hold a pen/pencil.

Ark’s Z-Vibe–plastic Probe

This Ark’s Z-vibe is an oral probe designed by a speech and language pathologist, to provide oral motor stimulation to these SLP patients. Gently stimulates gums, palate and tongue with therapeutic vibration. Can be used on cheeks and lips, in addition to mouth. Provides facial and tactile stimulation. Compatible with an array of textured tips. Switch tip for turning on and off. Provides oral motor stimulation and sensory input. Gently stimulates gums, palate and tongue therapeutic vibration. Us

Arm Glider

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Allows those who have limited upper extremity issues perform fine motor tasks such as writing. A halved PVC pipe, foam, bolts and nuts as well as adhesive fashion the arm glider. COMMENTS: The Arm Glider provides upper extremity support to the user. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: The Assistive Technology Department at The Center for Discovery, Inc. TITLE: Arm glider upper extremity support. REF: Instructables.com; http://www.instructables.com/id

Around-The-Neck-Magnifier (Model 2677)

The Around-The-Neck Magnifier, model 2677, is a magnifier designed for keeping hands free for work and hobbies for individuals with low vision. The lens is a Biconvex PXM lightweight lens mounted in transparent plastic to prevent shadowing effects. The magnification is 2x. The magnifier comes complete with a cord. DIMENSIONS: Lens is 100 mm in diameter. WARRANTY: One year limited.

Art History Through Touch And Sound Series (Models 1-09003-00, 1-09002-00, 1-09004-00, & 1-09001-00)

The Art History Through Touch and Sound Series is a series of multimedia textbooks designed to teach art appreciation and art history to individuals who are blind or have low vision. Each title in the series includes a Diagram Manual with printed images of artworks and corresponding tactile representations; cassette tapes that guide users through the tactile diagrams; and an accessible Teacher's Supplement on a personal computer (PC)-formatted floppy disk, containing the text of the audio narrat

Arthritis Daily Helper Kit (Model 557183)

The Arthritis Daily Helper Kit, model 557183), combine products designed for use by individuals with arthritis, fine motor or grasping disabilities or limited hand dexterity. Intended to assist arthritis sufferers with daily tasks, this kit features the following item: Dr. Grip Pen, Rubber Doorknob Extension, EZ Key Turner, Button Hook with Zipper Pull, and Shoe Buttons (see separate entries).

Arthwriter Hand Aid, The (Model F73514)

The Arthwriter Hand Aid, model F73514, is a grasping aid designed to provide grip assistance to individuals with hand or finger disabilities, particularly arthritis, missing fingers, or persons wearing hand casts. The device may be used to holds pencils, pens, razors, toothbrushes, or other utensils. The unit consists of a plastic ball with a 0.75-inch central hole. An enlarged thumbscrew on the side clamps the handle of the item inserted into the hole to secure it. DIMENSIONS: Ball is 3 inches

Artic Attack And Other S And Z Games

This Artic Attack and other S and Z games are designed for use in the classroom, treatment, or home, and is for individuals with lisps, as by playing the game, the player works on the correct pronunciation of words. Addresses frontal and lateral lisp articulation errors. Follows The Entire world of S & Z methodology. Includes exploded "T" (/ts/ final) and initial, medial and final word positions for /s/ and /z/ and /s/ blends. Each section includes five paper and pencil games. Arctic Attack

Articulate It!

Articulate it! is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech and language therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. The application (or app) comes with over 1,200 images in all sounds of the English language, audio recordings for every word present in the program, and all phonemes of the English language. A child can practice saying sounds on his/her own by repeating the voice in the program and skip imag

Articulation Bag & Story Board

Articulation Bag & Story Board is designed for use by children 3 years and older with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities working on language and vocabulary development as well as articulation. The kit includes communication tools for a community based outing all in one ready-to-go bag. This bag contains 50 objects to help children practice initial, medial and final sounds and comes with a quality felt backcloth to display and sort the objects. The bag contains objects to repres

Articulation Box

The Articulation Box is designed for children with Apraxia to develop speech sounds. This collection of objects represents 12 of the earliest developing speech sounds. It will involve children and make them want to talk. There are at least four objects for every sound, not only at the beginning of words but in the middle and end of words as well. Includes more than 130 sensational, realistic miniatures (4 or more for each sound), 13 object storage bags with labels and an organizing chart showing

Articulation Station

Articulation Station is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by children or adults who have communication or speech disabilities or autism and by speech and language therapists and parents working with these people. The application (or app) includes one target sounds, /p/, in the initial, medial and final positions of words, sentences and stories and features 60 target words. This app offers six activities to teach and reinforce the correct pronunciation of

Articulation Station Pro

Articulation Station Pro is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by children or adults who have communication or speech disabilities or autism and by speech and language therapists and parents working with these people. The application (or app) includes 22 target sounds in the initial, medial and final positions of words, sentences and stories. The majority of sounds (p, b, m, d,n, t, k, g, f, v, ch, j, z, sh, th) have 60 target words each, and some sounds (

Artikpix

ArtikPix is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech and language therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. The application (or app) allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to practice sounds in words and sentences with a therapist, parent, or independently. The program can be used to collect scores in flash cards on up to four children at a time and contains a deck of 40 “th” cards. A

Artikpix - Full

ArtikPix – Full is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech and language therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. The program allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to practice sounds in words and sentences with a therapist, parent, or independently. The program can be used to collect scores in flashcards on up to four children at a time and contains 21 decks with 40 cards each (exce

Artist Mouth Operated Brush/tool Holder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Holder overcomes difficulty of gripping and manipulating brush or tool with hands and fingers. An ordinary plastic or rubber kitchen mixing tool is adapted to serve as a means to grip and manipulate the artist's brush using the teeth. Rubber or plastic tubing can also be attached to the brush to enhance ability to grip and manipulate it using the teeth. COMMENTS: For further information contact developers: National Institute on Art and Disabilities, 55

Artist's Work Station

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Adjustable drawing table and felt tipped marker holder which can be controlled by an artist with no hand function using a mouthstick. The work station includes a commercial drawing table with a motor driven device to raise or lower the board, adjusted to allow control of the board angle; it uses magnets to hold paper onto the metal surface of the board; and a " lazy susan" device with holes in it to hold drawing implements, placed on a hospital style b

Asb Braille Books

ASB Braille Books are braille books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. All books are spiral bound with print and braille pressboard covers. Categories include Biographies, Classic, Comedy, Cookbooks, Drama, History, Mystery/Suspense, Romance, and Young Adults/Children. More than 100 titles are currently available, including books by popular authors like Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Danielle Steele, and Sandra Brown; classics like Lord of the Flies and The Call of the

ASL Coach Pro

The American Sign Language (ASL) Coach Pro app to help users learn ASL. ASL is a robust visual language which uses the shape, placement, and movement of the hands along with facial expressions and body movements to communicate. The app can be used by individuals of all hearing abilities who use ASL to communicate, including the deaf community, parents of young children, teachers, interpreters, and those with varying degrees of hearing loss.

Asl Dictionary

ASL Dictionary is a tablet and phone application designed to teach American Sign Language. Translate English into ASL, from A-Z, plus the entire numerical system, common English phrases, symbols and much more.

ASL Pro

ASL Pro is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses illustrations and instructions to teach the signs for 700 words. The words are categorized, and there is Quiz feature that shows an illustration of a sign and asks the user to select the correct word from a list. Users can track their progress by viewing a history of quiz results. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPhone,

Asl Tales And Games For Kids 1: Woof Woof Way

ASL Tales and Games for Kids 1: Woof Woof Way is an American Sign Language (ASL) training program designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. This is the first in a CD-ROM series with stories that happen in the neighborhood of Paws, the signing dog. Each piece of software in the series contains three stories and 10 games. In addition to Paws, there is a central group of characters (neighborhood children), most of whom are deaf, hard of hearing, or multiply disabled, and represe

Aspheric Hand Held Magnifiers (Model Series 2655)

Aspheric Hand Held Magnifiers, model series 2655, designed to be lightweight and portable for individuals who have low vision. The aspheric lens is made of high-quality PXM lightweight lens with Duplex coating. It has aspheric curves which allow for higher magnification with less distortion. The magnifier, developed with ergonomic and practical considerations, was specially calculated to provide distortion free viewing. It is mounted in a matte plastic with a handle that is also matte plastic. T

Aspheric Illuminated Magnifier

The Aspheric Illuminated Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light designed for persons with low vision who need extra light to read print. This magnifier features an aspheric lens with a magnification strength of 7x. POWER: Uses two C batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.9 x 8.5 x 2 inches. WEIGHT: 8.6 ounces.

Aspheric Magnifiers

Variety of aspheric magnifying lenses available in hand held styles, or as round or square stand magnifiers which sit directly on the page. Magnification power for stand magnifiers ranges from 2.3 to 7 times normal size; for hand held magnifiers, from 1.8 to 5 times normal size.

Assessment Of Intelligibility Of Dysarthric Speech (Print Version)

Assessment of Intelligibility of Dysarthric Speech, Print Version, is a language development evaluation software program designed to quantify single-word intelligibility, sentence intelligibility, and speaking rate of adult and adolescent dysarthric speakers. The program is sensitive to a wide range of severity levels. The package includes Examiner's Manual and Picture Book of stimulus words and sentences, all in a sturdy storage box.

Assist Vision Slider (Model 5510)

The Assist Vision Slider, model 5510, is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a built-in color TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen. It has rollers for maneuverability over flat surfaces, and a detachable camera for hard to access surfaces. The camera has a fixed focus and magnifies objects from 8.5 to 17.5 original size. Images can be viewed in full color, black and white, and reverse black and white, with adjus

Assistive Chat

Assistive Chat is a voice output communicator and word prediction program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning or speech disabilities. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user types in words or sentences he/she wants to communicate, touches the speaker button, and the program will speak the words out loud us

Assistive Technology Kit

The Assistive Technology Kit includes an assortment of assistive technology for switch access, computer/tablet access, communication, switch and communication device mounting, and activities.

Assorted Foam Grips

The Assorted Foam Grips are a set of pencil holders designed for use by children and adults with upper extremity disabilities. The set includes one Foam Grip, one Ridged Foam Grip, one Baseball Grip,one Swirl Grip, and one Thick 'N Thin Foam Grip (all styles also available individually). DIMENSIONS: The Baseball Grip is 2.25 inches long and the other styles are 1.5 inches long.

At The Table

At the Table is a magnetic therapy tool, designed to provide new, engaging, and interactive ways for therapists to approach language, memory, naming, and direction following. Cleverly designed specifically for adult clients to engage in interactive tasks that involve and practice Speech and Language Pathology tools like language and memory. Durable magnets include 34 familiar table items, 34 matching table item names, and 80 stimulus questions that address locating, naming, yes/no response, prob

At&t 00375 Auxiliary Amplifier

The AT&T 00375 Auxiliary Amplifier is a telephone amplifier that directly attaches to the handset cord. It has an adjustable volume control that increases volume up to 20 dB. It automatically turns on or off to conserve battery power (9 volt battery not included). It is compatible with all AT&T phones except the Trimline model. WARRANTY: 90-day warranty.

At&t Big Button Plus Telephone

The AT&T Big Button Plus Telephone is an accessible telephone for individuals who are visually or hearing disabled. Extra large buttons allow fast easy dialing for individuals who have low vision. For individuals who are hearing disabled, this phone is hearing aid compatible and the adjustable receiver volume allows the user to increase the volume of the incoming call up to ten times the level of a standard phone. Other phone features include, three one touch emergency dial buttons, last num

At&t Stand Alone Digital Answering System (Model 1739)

The AT&T Stand Alone Digital Answering System, model 1739, is a telephone answering machine with variable speed playback designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. Variable speed playback allows the user to speed up or slow down messages when playing them back. Other features include 40 minutes of digital recording time; an audible message alert; remote message access; and a time/day stamp, which announces the time and day of each message before playback. The user can screen or

Atlas 600

The Atlas 600 is a low vision reading system designed to magnify text and photographs. This system can be used with S-video monitors and television monitors (monitor not included). The reading table has a large, non-glare platform that assists in reading oversized books and moves freely in any direction. A large lever locks the table in position if desired. Print can be magnified to more than five inches high on a 20-inch monitor and standard features include bright negative viewing mode, pseudo

Atlas 610

The Atlas 610 is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It consists of a camera unit, which can be connected to any size S-video or NTSC television monitor (not included) to create a full color video magnification system. It has simple, easy-to-use controls, including one-touch auto-focus with manual override, and special viewing modes to accommodate individual eye conditions. Magnification ranges from 4X to 40X on a 20-inch monitor. POWER: Uses 115 volts alternating

Atlas, Atlas Ultra, And Atlas-Lc Ergonomic Book And Copy Holders

Atlas Ergonomic Book and Copy Holders are bookholders designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Available in birch and Trespa (a strong wood product), these units hold books, newspapers, magazines, or individual sheets of paper at a comfortable angle for reading. The Standard Atlas consists of a solid base, a height- and angle-adjustable book support, a shelf, four page stoppers, a spring-loaded clip,and a line guide to hold the place on the page. The Atlas Ultra is also

Attainment GoTalk 20+

Attainment GoTalk 20+ is a symbolic communicator for individuals with communication disabilities. It is lightweight and rugged with a 100 message capacity and five recording levels, plus five core messages. Core vocabulary messages stay the same on each level, making it unnecessary to re-record those essential message on each level. Features a quick record feature, digital volume control, a built-in handle and keyguard, and overlay storage compartment. Also includes sequential recording and an o

Attainment GoTalk 4+

The Attainment GoTalk 4+ is a communication device for users with communication disabilities. It is lightweight and rugged with 5 recording levels and 22 message capacity, along with large message keys.  Core messages stay the same on each level, so you don’t need to re-record essential messages for each level for those keys. Features a quick record feature, digital volume control, a built-in handle and keyguard, and overlay storage compartment. Also includes sequential recording and an option f

Attainment GoTalk 9+

Attainment GoTalk 9+ is a symbolic communicator for individuals with communication disabilities. It is lightweight and rugged with a 45 message capacity and five recording levels, plus three core messages. Core vocabulary messages stay the same on each level, making it unnecessary to re-record those essential message on each level. Features a quick record feature, digital volume control, a built-in handle and keyguard, and overlay storage compartment. Also includes sequential recording and an op

Attainment Personal Talker

Attainment Personal Talker is a single-message device is ideal as an introduction to AAC or for spoken reminders. Insert picture, symbol or written information in adjoining frame. Can be closed with bumper insert (included) to create a large, single-surfaced button device. Press on front cover to activate. Pen point needed to record, eliminating accidental erasure/record over. 

Attainment Talkbook Four

The Attainment Talkbook Four is a portable symbolic communication system for users with communication disabilities. The four message device includes a vinyl folder with transparent pockets that hold up to four GoTalk Ones (included). Frame cover provides additional space on inside for picture or symbol. Each GoTalk One provides large display area for picture or symbol, and colorful play button.

Attainment Talkers

Attainment talkers are communication tools for individuals with speech impediments or who cannot communicate verbally. The AT6 has 6 messages with a large (1-1/2 inch) active area for each message while the AT24 has 24 messages with smaller (3/4 inch) active areas. Touch each active area to play back recordings. A clear plastic pocket holds and protects communication cues. Hold the talker with the hand and activate speech with thumb or use it as a tabletop talker. A new neoprene glove keeps the

Attainment Two Talker

The Attainment Two Talker is a direct selection communicator designed to be used for both communicating and speech training for individuals with a speech disability or who need help remembering daily tasks. This particular model is small and portable and is ideal for community based instruction or classroom use. The two message design makes an excellent speech training tool, allowing for a comparison between the instructor and the user. You can easily store messages that mimic the speaker's voic

Attendant Call Chime (Model 1499)

The Attendant Call Chime, model 1499, is a call signal designed for use by individuals with mobility and communication disabilities. This unit has a transmitter with a call button; when the button is depressed, a chime sounds at the receiver up to 40 feet away. The unit is adapted for use with a capability switch (not included). POWER: Uses 2 AA and 1 12-volt batteries. DIMENSIONS: 4 x 4 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 0.05 pounds.

Attendant Caller

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable a child with muscular dystrophy to summon assistance. A bicycle red LED light with a steady mode was purchased and opened up. The wires were fixed to points that would turn the lights on and off. Wires were then run to the outside of the light and connected to a micro switch (a limited pressure switch). The light was then mounted to the side of the back of the child's powered wheelchair using the standard bicycle mounting clamp that came with the light

Attendant Caller 2

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable a child with muscular dystrophy to summon assistance at night while at camp. A cast off vibrating pager was modified by attaching very long lead wires that run to a micro switch, so when the father accompanies his son to camp, the child can page his father during the night instead of calling and waking the other campers. The child has the microswitch, and the father runs the wires across the room to his bed and wears the pager in his pocket. TITLE: Th

Aud A Dexer (Model 1035)

Tone indexer for tapes and cassettes. Places indexing tones on any tape or cassette as it is recorded. Small box with single push button and level control, plugs into recorder. Provides tone indexing with microphone or copy input. Low frequency tone does not interfere with recording at normal listening speeds. On fast forward or rewind it is heard as high pitched beep. Lectures, readings, tapes being copied can be indexed without the recorder. Indexing can be heard only on machines which operate

Aud-A-Reader (Model 1260)

Science Products bought up the remaining supply of Fisher-Price Sesame Street child's record player and has turned them into Talking Book players. This new model is slightly larger than their older model, measuring 11 by 12 by 4 inches. It plays Library of Congress 8 1/3 rpm disks and up to 16 2/3 rpms. Runs on four C cell batteries (included) or one can use an AC adapter ($12.50 extra). Instructions for soundsheet support base are included. Big Bird motif is unobtrusive.

Audible Digital Audiobooks

Audible Digital Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Over 27,000 titles are available, including abridged and unabridged books, radio shows, audio magazines, and daily newspapers. To protect copyrighted material, books and other items are presented in a proprietary digital format that prevents a customer from passing along duplicated digital audio files to another listener. Audio titles can be downloaded and played on a PC using Apple iT

Audio Bible For The Blind

Audio Bible for the Blind is a recorded book designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or severe physical disabilities. Bibles include the New Testament, Proverbs, and Psalms, and are available in English (King James Version or selected other versions) in cassette tape or CD/MP3 format. The MP3 format allows the user to locate books and chapters via keyboard shortcuts; it plays on a MP3-compatible CD player or on most Windows-based computers. Bibles are also available in a

Audio Bookshelf Audiobooks

Audio Bookshelf Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. All books are unabridged, and most are available on either cassette or CD. There are titles for children, teens, and adults, including "A Yellow Raft in Blue Water," by Michael Dorris; "Sacajawea: The Story of Bird Woman and the Lewis and Clark Expedition," by Joseph Bruchac; "Ashley Bryan's Beautiful Blackbird and Other Folktales," by Ashley Bryan; "The Fifth of March," by Ann Rinaldi

Audio Classics

Audio Classics are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The subject matter is primarily based on the great ideas and events of history. Titles are available on audiocassette or CD, and include educational books in the areas of Philosophy, History & Science, Economics, Political Thought, and Religion & Ethics. Narrators include well-known personalities such as George C. Scott, Walter Cronkite, Ben Kingsley, Louis Rukeyser, Charlton Heston, and L

Audio Partners Audiobooks

Audio Partners Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Titles include abridged and unabridged books and audio originals on cassette, CD, or MP3-CD format. Authors include Vikas Swarup, Douglas Adams, Agatha Christie, Rex Stout, and William Shakespeare. Categories include Classics & Poetry, Drama, Fiction, Humor, Mystery & Suspense, Nonfiction, Personal Improvement, and Children's Classics & Young Adult. Imprints include AUDIO ED

Audisee

AudiSee is a communication aid for the deaf or people who are hard of hearing. This system enables students with deafness or who are hard of hearing to read their teacher's lips, regardless of the teacher's movements or the language of instruction. It also allows these students to maximize the use of their residual hearing by using their current FM systems. The system incorporates a lightweight, adjustable headset worn by the teacher that is equipped with a miniature camera and a microphone att

Auditory Choice Making Communicator (Model 4399 & 4399B)

The Auditory Choice Making Communicator, model 4399 & 4399B, is a scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with vision disabilities. This device scans through pre-recorded messages at a lowered volume. When the user pushes the switch plate again it plays the chosen message at an amplified volume. The unit has 16 levels with 300 seconds of total recording time at 18 seconds per level. It has a built in switch and a jack for an external switch (not included). POWER: Uses 4 AA batt

Auggie (Model H-58)

The Auggie, model H-58, is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This unit consists of an Ultra Mini PC (UMPC) running Windows 7, with two USB ports and a finger-operable true touchscreen. The unit comes with PTP-PC communication software, a wireless modem, a dock adapter with three USB ports, a tablet stand, a tablet speaker, and carry case (black is standard; red, blue or pink is also available). The unit is opera

Aukey Portable Video Magnifier

The Aukey Portable Video Magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Aukey magnifier features a 3.5-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen with freeze frame and anti-blur technology. The screen has three color modes – true color, black and white, and white on black. The unit magnifies images between 1.5 and 17 times their original size. The unit comes with a carrying case; detachable stand; wrist strap, and

Aurora Suite

Aurora Suite is a word prediction, abbreviation expansion, and voice output communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication or learning disabilities. It can be used for typing emails or instant messages, writing documents, or for any other task that requires typing. Word prediction works with any application to save keystrokes. Other features include a talking spellchecker and homonyms assistance. Aurora Echo feature provides simple screenreading and a complete range of t

Autism Myvoice Communicator

Autism myVoice Communicator is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism and by caregivers, educators, therapists and parents working with people with these disabilities. This application, or app, enables an Android device to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. A

Autismate

AutisMate is a language, vocabulary, independent living, and personal skills tutorial program and a behavior training program designed for use by parents, teachers and therapists working with children with communication, cognitive, learning or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) offers a comprehensive approach to development of communication, behavior and social skills. AutisMate includes a content library of videos, stories, visual schedules, scenes, and over 10,000 symbols

Automatic Telephone Dialer With Security Safety Alarm

The Automatic Telephone Dialer with security safety alarm is a security system and burglar alarm designed for use by individuals with mobility disabilities. Dials telephone numbers pre-programmed by user when security sensors are activated. Receiving sensor trigger signal activates auto-dialer and alarm. Has a 14 digit large number display with date and time. User can program a security code and delay entry timing. Device can store up to five telephone numbers. The alarm features a Pause key, Pa

Autoverbal Pro Talking Soundboard

AutoVerbal Pro Talking Soundboard is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. AutoVerbal Pro features three ways to speak: (1) using the hundreds of bui

AVA

AVA is a communication application that allows the deaf or hearing impaired to participate in group conversations by converting speech to text in real time. It can be used so that the user can participate in situations such as meetings, presentations, and group conversations. AVA works by catching conversations from the voices of different individuals and assigning them a color bubble so the user knows who said what. It works with a distributed microphone system on all devices using the app so t

Avaz

Avaz is a picture based communication app. It is an Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) app designed for children who are non-verbal or who have difficulty speaking. Avaz is designed to expand as the child grows to develop literacy. It tracks therapy sessions to help you measure the child’s progress. Avaz’s vocabulary is color-coded in accordance with the Fitzgerald key. Its speech synthesizer is powered by Acapela. Users are able to select gender, vary the speed of the voice and custom

Avaz Lite

Avaz Lite is an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) mobile app designed to help children with Autism who are non-verbal develop their language and communication skills. This app allows children to communicate through either picture-based or text-based messages. When in picture mode, children can access an extensive list of symbols representing core words and tap the symbols they want to enter into the message box. And when they are in text mode, they can type out their message word-

B-H Communicator

B-H Communicator is a non-electronic communication aid using a scanning selection process. The B-H Communicator is a cardboard card with a slot cut in it and the letters of the alphabet and the digits 0-9 printed on it. The person communicating with the user stands facing the user and holds up the card, running a finger across the top of the card until the user signals (by eyeblink or some other agreed-upon motion) that the correct letter has been reached. If the desired letter is not found in t

B-Touch Mobile Phone

The B-Touch Mobile Phone is a multifunctional cellular phone designed for people who are blind. With this device, the visually impaired can perform everyday tasks like talking on the phone, reading a book and recognizing objects with an accessible all-in-one device. It has incorporated braille, voice systems, and optical reading devices. It combines technologies of blind-touch screen (Braille), voice systems and programs to function as regular phone, navi-system, book reader and object recognize

B.a. Bar

B.A. Bar is a voice output bar code communication aid, cognitive aid, and speech teaching device designed for use by individuals with autism, aphasia, cognitive disabilities, or brain injury. This portable unit has a digital voice and can record and play back words and sounds programmed on barcodes. Adhesive barcode labels are glued onto objects or symbol panels; scanning enbles voice output. The codes are also available in a graphic file, enabling them to be printed on documents. Up to 10,000 b

Baby Cry Signaler (Model Bc 400)

Baby Cry Signaler, model BC 400, is a sound monitor designed to alert parents with hearing disabilities to the sound of a baby crying. This wireless, portable system plugs into any alternating current (AC) outlet and can be adjusted for sensitivity. The system utilizes all sonic Alert remote receivers (a minimum of one required, but not included; see separate entry) which can be connected to a lamp or a vibrator to signal when the receiver is activated. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.5 x 3.75 x 2 inches.

Baby Cry Transmitter

The baby cry transmitter is designed for use by new parents who want to know when their infant needs them from rooms away. The receiver notifies the user or the mother by sounding, flashing, and vibrating. So it is not triggered unnecessarily, it has adjustable sensitivity, an individual alert can be chosen for each baby, it has reliable transmission, long lasting power as it lasts up to 1 year on a standard battery, and works with all the visit receivers.It comes with a baby cry transmitter, a

Baby Sign ASL

Baby Sign ASL is a sign language training program designed for use by adults and children with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses video clips to teach 229 ASL signs, and it is intended for use with infants. The words or phrases can be viewed alphabetically or in categories, and there is quiz feature that shows a video clip of a sign and asks the user to select the correct word or phrase from a list. Users can also build a “Favorites” list f

Baby Sign ASL Lite

Baby Sign ASL Lite is a sign language training program designed for use by adults and children with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses video clips to teach 22 ASL signs, and it is intended for use with infants. The words or phrases can be viewed alphabetically or in categories, and there is quiz feature that shows a video clip of a sign and asks the user to select the correct word or phrase from a list. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple

Baby Sitter (Model 2508)

Baby cry signal. Transmitter can be placed on wall or table within 6 feet of child. Receiver is placed in parents' bedroom next to the portable alarm which has an outlet to attach lamp (for flashing light) or vibrator. No wiring necessary.

Backster Multi Finisher (Model Lx-570)

The Backster Multi Finisher is a laminating and adhesive application machine designed for use in creating communication boards and books. Using a cartridge-based system, this unit requires no heat and no electricity to laminate, apply repositionable or permanent backing to photographs, images, printed words, etc. to create communication boards and books, behavior prompts, and more. The unit includes one cartridge of permanent adhesive-only film. The unit places film only on the desired item from

Ball Adapted Marker

The Ball Adapted Marker is a prototype designed for use by individuals with arthritis or limited manual dexterity or gripping ability. The device clips in the back of a marker with the cap removed. Additionally, the device has a ball adapted grove for thumb placement. 

Ball Grip Pen Adapter

The Ball Grip Pen Adapter is a do it yourself 3-D printable designed for use by individuals with arthritis or limited manual dexterity or gripping ability. The device is intended to be used with pencils or stylist. Additionally, the device has a ball adapted grove for thumb placement. 

Balloon Shape Magnifying Bookmark

The Balloon Shape Magnifying Bookmark is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The super thin magnifier is intended to be used at home, office, school, library, and more. Additionally, the magnifier is small, lightweight and suitable for traveling.

Ballotcall

The BallotCall is a call signal system designed for use in polling places by voters with disabilities. The system provides a means for voters with disabilities to alert election officials when they need assistance. This temporary alert system can be used in government facilities, permanent polling locations and private facilities or venues that are outside of election officials' control. The BallotCall system includes a BigBell wireless alert system (see separate entry) with an oversized touch p

Bandit 8X25Mm Quick Focus Monocular (Model Ba-825)

The Bandit 8x25mm Quick-Focus Monocular, model BA-825, is a pocket telescope designed for use by individuals with low vision. The user focuses this device by pressing a lever on top, and it can be held and operated with one hand. It magnifies 8 times from a minimum distance of 13 feet through infinity. At 1,000 yards, its field of view is 379 feet. It comes with a pouch case and strap. DIMENSIONS: The lens is 25 millimeters in diameter. WEIGHT: 3.2 ounces.

Bar Magnifier With Leather Case

The Bar Magnifier with Leather case is a bar magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This optical quality glass magnifier offers 2X magnification and has a hand stitched distressed leather handle. A distressed leather case is included. DIMENSIONS(WxH)4.25 x 1.25 inches. DIMENSIONS (WxH): The lens is 4.25 x 1.25 inches. The device is 7 inches long.

Bar Magnifiers (Models 2605, 2606, & 2608)

The Bar Magnifiers are designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed for reading computer printouts and other detail work, models 2605 and 2508 have a highlight line for reading over long periods. These magnifiers have plastic aspheric two-diopter lenses. Models 2605 and 2608 offer 1.5x magnification and model 2606 provides 2x magnification. OPTIONS: A leather case is available for model 2605. DIMENSIONS: model 2605 is 200 x 25 millimeters (mm), model 2606 is 250 x 35 mm, and model 2

Barts Vibrator (Model Mk2)

Vibrator used by laryngectomee patients to master esophageal voice. Vibrating head at angle to easy grip shaft. On and off switch, sound pitch adjustable. Uses 1.5 volt battery. Small and lightweight, easy to store in pocket.

Base Ten Place Value Frame

The Base Ten Place Value Frame is designed for children ages five to seven with learning disabilities to help them learn early math concepts. A good, hands-on way to demonstrate early place value concepts. Model ones, tens, and a hundred for base ten activities. For use with the standard 1-centimeter base ten blocks (sold separately).

Base Trainer (Model Bt-4)

Base Trainer, model BT-4, is a direct selection communicator and perceptual training activity designed for use by children with communication or speech disabilities. This augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device has four pockets holding switch plates in an in-line layout. Four audio messages can be recorded (up to 8 seconds per message) and played back by pressing one of the plates. To help users with object discrimination, picture cards and/or objects can be placed on an elevated

Baseball Foam Grip

The Baseball Foam Grip is a pencil holder designed for use by children and adults with upper extremity disabilities. This soft grip is shaped like a baseball bat and is slightly enlarged at one end to provide tactile and visual cues for finger positioning. DIMENSIONS: 2.5 inches long.

Basic Talk 4 (Model 4047B & 4047)

The Basic Talk 4 is a lightweight portable direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device features four light touch message squares, each with 5 seconds of recording time. Pressing one of the four squares will activate the device. The user can slide icons (icons not included) at the optimal ergonomic angle. COLOR: Model 4047B is black and model 4047 is platinum. POWER: Uses 4 double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (LxHxW): 11 x 2.75 x

Basic-S Model 70021

The Basic-S is a single-sided Braille printer or Braille embosser designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The Basic-S uses continuous tractor-feed paper and can print single-sided pages at a rate of 170 pages per hour. The control panel is labeled in both Braille and ink, and voice confirmation is provided when keys are pressed. The Basic-S supports as many as 20 Braille alphabets, and can also print Braille graphics (tactile graphics). This printer comes with a copy of Win

Bausch & Lomb 5-Inch Round Magnifier (Model 81-33-05)

The Bausch & Lomb 5-Inch Round Magnifier, model 81-33-05, is a handheld magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. The round lens has 2x power with a 4x inset lens for detail. The ErgoTouch grip handle is rounded to fit the user's hand. DIMENSIONS: Lens diameter is 5 inches.

Bed Desk

The Bed Desk is a bed tray, bookholder, and laptop/notebook computer support designed for use by individuals with mobility, upper extremity, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This unit is a book stand with legs like a bed tray. The two legs are collapsible and the desk can be adjusted to an angle for holding books, paper, or magazines. Made of imported Baltic birch, the unit supports up to 20 pounds and can be used with the legs extended or folded. When the legs are folded,

Bed Prism Glasses (Model 5198)

Bed Prism Glasses, model 5198, are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. These glasses have right angle prisms to enable users to read, write, or watch TV while lying down without lifting or moving their heads.

Bed Specs

Bed Specs are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with spinal cord injury or severe physical disabilities. These glasses have right angle prisms that change the user's line of sight 90 degrees downward to enable him or her to read, write, or watch TV while lying down without lifting or moving their heads. These glasses have polycarbonate frames with a molded nose piece. DIMENSIONS (WxH): Frames are 6 x 1.25 inches. The inside lenses are 0.875 x 0.75 inch and the outside lenses project

Bed Spectacles (Model 228)

Bed Spectacles, model 228, are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. These glasses have right angle prisms to enable users to read, write, or watch TV while lying down without lifting or moving their heads. A carrying case is included. WARRANTY: One year.

Bedside Computer Monitor Magnifier

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To provide a screen magnifier to make a computer monitor more easily viewable from the bedside for a person with quadriplegia. A permanent mount was created and added on to an existing computer stand and bedside table, enabling the individual to move the magnifier in and out to get the correct degree of magnification or flip it out of the way when closer to the screen while in a wheelchair. TITLE: Bedside Facilities. JOURNAL: TAD Journal. REF: Volume 28, Number 2, Jul

Beethoven Phone

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of communication device to enable individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing to communicate directly with others. The Beethoven Phone is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing who find it difficult to communicate with others through sign language and other people with communication disabilities. The Beethoven Phone allows the user to type in his or her message which is relayed to another per

Beginner Language Cards

Beginner Language Cards is designed for children and adults who are working on improving their word recognition, while increasing vocabulary and language skills as a result of traumatic brain injury, stroke, cerebral palsy, or developmental delays.  Each card is double sided and features bright clear photographs of common images- people, animals, tools, and community based places. Set includes 34 cards and Activity Guide.

Beginner's Writing Paper

White, 50-pound, standard finish paper is printed with black ink on 8 1/ 2 by 11 inch sheets. Paper is padded and comes in packages of approximately 100 pages. Assists in the instruction of manuscript and cursive writing. Six different models available; Lower Case Manuscript ( 50 sets of the alphabet); Lower case cursive (33 sets of the alphabet); Upper case manuscript (33 sets of the alphabet); Upper case cursive (25 sets of the alphabet); Plain with 11 inch lines (100 sheets) and Plain with 8

Beginning "choice" Making Device

DO IT YOURSELF PURPOSE: To create a customized beginning making choice device for a child with communication disabilities. A customized, very light-touch switch is connected to a fireman ladder toy to make this beginning communication choice-making device. Picture cards are placed along the side of the ladder: the fireman moves up and down the ladder and the child can stop the fireman at the picture card of his or her choice. Digital photos of his or her favorite items (videotapes, books,family

Beginning Braille For Adults

Beginning Braille for Adults, by Mabel Nading and Ramona Waldhof, is a braille reading tutorial program designed to teach braille to adults and high school students who are blind or have low vision. The textbook covers the braille alphabet, numbers, punctuation, and Grade 2 abbreviations and contractions. It is written entirely in Braille, with an accompanying instructional cassette, and can be used for self-instruction or in Braille classes.

Beginning With Braille

Beginning with Braille, by Anna Swenson, is a braille instruction manual designed for use by teachers of students who are blind or have low vision. This is the braille edition of Beginning with Braille: Firsthand Experiences with a Balanced Approach to Literacy, published by AFB Press (see separate entry). This book contains real-life case studies of beginning reading and writing instruction, with practical teacher-friendly strategies for getting students started toward braille literacy.

Beginning With Braille: Firsthand Experiences With A Balanced Approach To Literacy

Beginning with Braille: Firsthand Experiences with a Balanced Approach to Literacy, by Anna M. Swenson, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of children who are blind or have low vision. The text provides activities for promoting literacy at the early stages of braille instruction. It includes creative and practical strategies for designing and delivering braille instruction and offers suggestions for reading aloud to young children, selecting and making early tactile bo

Behavior Breakthroughs

Behavior Breakthroughs is a mobile application designed for use by parents and caregivers of children and adults with autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other related disorders. The simulation was created using game-based technology to provide an interactive environment in which parents and caregivers learn to effectively implement behavioral strategies and techniques. The simulation displays realistic 3D images of a virtual child engaging in challenging behaviors. The

Bell Basic Desk Phone

The Bell Basic Desk Phone is a hearing-aid compatible pushbutton telephone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Standard features include a visual ring indicator; thirteen-number memory, with three emergency one-touch numbers; last number redial; high/low/off ringer; a mute button; and a lighted keypad.

Bell Basic Wall Phone With Visual Ringer

The Bell Basic Wall Phone with Visual Ringer is a hearing-aid compatible pushbutton telephone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Standard features include a visual ring indicator; thirteen-number memory, with three emergency one-touch numbers; last number redial; high/low/off ringer; a mute button; and a lighted keypad.

Bell Feature Phone With Big Button Plus

The Bell Feature Phone with Big Button Plus is a hearing-aid compatible large button telephone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Standard features include a visual ring indicator; thirteen-number memory, with three emergency one-touch numbers; last number redial; speakerphone, ringer, and handset volume adjustability; a raised keypad with braille markings; an LED speakerphone indicator; abd power failure protection. This phone can be used on a desktop or wall mounted.

Bendable Telescopic Mouth Stick (Models 538201, 538202, 538203, & 538204)

The Bendable Telescopic Mouth Stick, models 538201,538202, 53803 and 538204 is a mouthstick designed for use by individuals with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, or neurological, severe physical or upper extremity disabilities. The mouthstick has an adjustable angle for better visibility. Models 538201 and 538202 are designed to hold implements such as a pen, pencil or paintbrush, and models 53803 and 53804 can be used as a keyboard pointer or page turner. The telescoping end makes it easy to

Berol Colourmarker

The Berol Colourmarker is a bold line marker designed for use by individuals with low vision. Markers are available with a round tip that produces a 2-millimeter wide line, or with a wedge tip that produces either a 2-millimeter or a 5-millimeter wide line. The tip can be reversed to give the marker a longer life. Markers can be used for lettering, diagrams, broad coloring, and drawing. The ink is washable, and the marker will work for at least 14 days if the cap is removed. COLORS: Black, blue,

Berol Dry Wipe Marker

The Berol Dry Wipe Marker is a low vision pen designed for use by individuals with low vision. This chunky dry wipe marker can be used on most dry wipe boards, and are available in round or chisel tip styles. The line width is 2 millimeters for round tip markers and 2 or 5 millimeters for chisel tip markers. COLORS: Black, blue, green, red, yellow, orange, brown, or purple.

Berol Dry Wipe Pen - Broad Tip

The Berol Dry Wipe Pen - Broad Tip is a bold line pen designed for use by individuals with low vision. This dry wipe pen has a broad tip for bolder writing. It can be used on most non-absorbent dedicated white boards and is particularly useful for smaller boards. DIMENSIONS: Line width is 1.7 millimeters. COLORS: Black ink.

Better Board Slant Boards

The Better Board Slant Board is a bookholder and table top writing desk designed for use by individuals who use wheelchairs or who have upper extremity. It is made of durable corrugated plastic, it has attached plastic clamps that hold paper well and includes non-slip feet to help it stay in place while in use. It has a 20-degree angle and can be used for reading, writing and copying. When not in use, this board folds to a thickness of 0.75 inch for stacking and storing. SIZES: Small and large.

Bi-Fold Communication Choice Folder (Models 032037 & 032229)

The Bi-fold Communication Choice Folder is a communication book designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. The folder has waterproof fabric on the outside and Velcro-receptive fabric on the inside. The user places Velcro-backed pictures on the inside fabric and points to them to communicate. SIZES: Regular (model 032037) and large (model 032229). DIMENSIONS (L xW): Model 032037 is 18 x 24 inches open and 9 x 12 inches closed and model 032229 is 24 x 16 inches o

Bible Verses: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

Bible Verses, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique sectio

Biblecourier

The BibleCourier is a digital talking book player pre-loaded with a digital Bible, designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is a streamlined version of the manufacturer's BookCourier digital talking book player (see separate record), containing only those features that enable the user to navigate the text of the Bible. It is available with a variety of translations, including King James, American Standard, New International, and others. The text is read by a built-i

Biconvex Inexpensive Hand Held Magnifiers (Model Series 2612)

The Biconvex Inexpensive Hand Held Magnifiers, model series 2612, is a collection of various handheld magnifiers designed to be completely transparent for maximum light and shadow free viewing for individuals with low vision. The lens is a Biconvex PXM lightweight lens with a Duplex coating mounted in transparent PXM plastic to prevent shadowing effects. All the magnifiers feature a 5x plano-convex bifocal lens in the handle for fine details. The ergonomically designed handle is made of clear pl

Biconvex Large Field Series (Model Series 2642)

The Biconvex Large Field Series, model series 2642, is a collection of various handheld magnifiers designed to be lightweight and portable for individuals with low vision. The lens is a large field Biconvex PXM lightweight lens with a Duplex coating mounted in transparent PXM plastic to prevent shadowing effects. All the magnifiers feature a 5x plano-convex bifocallens in the handle for fine details. The ergonomically designed handle is made of black plastic with a slot for attaching a carrying

Biconvex Master Series (Model 2320 Series)

The Biconvex Master Series, model series 2320, is a collection of handheld magnifiers with a biconvex lens for individuals who have low vision. The magnifier is made with a Biconvex PXM lightweight lens with Duplex coating. The biconvex lens is the most commonly used in large field, low power magnifiers and is distinguished by its two spherical surfaces. Both radii add together thus forming the refractive power. The lenses are mounted in lightweight metal which is highly polished finished in eit

Bifocal Magnifier (Models 4351, 4352, & 4353)

Bifocal magnifier, models 4351, 4352, and 4353. This magnifier has two acrylic lenses, a main lens and a small insert of greater magnification. Magnification is 2.5X/5X (4351), 2X/4X (4352), or 2X/5X (4353). DIMENSIONS: Lens diameter is 2 inches (4351), 2.5 inches (4352), or 3 inches (4353).

Bifocal Triple 4 Inch Round Magnifier

The Bifocal Triple 4 Inch Round Magnifier is a bifocal magnifier and magnification lens with light, stand and neck strap designed for use by individuals with low vision. This hands-free magnifier has bright lighting and can be worn over the neck. It has a round lens with 1.5 times optical magnification that incorporates an insert with 3 times magnification at the bottom of the lens bifocal insert. It is designed for activities such as reading, knitting or other activities where both hands are ne

Big Bend Clip

The Big Bend Clip is a bookholder, document holder, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This device consists of an adjustable clamp base with an expandable gooseneck-style flexible arm attached to a large alligator clip. This unit can be clamped to the Convert-Able Table (see separate entry), a wheelchair tray, or other flat surface to hold books, toys, photographs, switches, and other items. Using two clips enables larger, heavier items

Big Button Caller Id Telephone

The Big Button Caller ID is a large button telephone designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The phone features large buttons with raised numbers and Braille markings. It also includes a digital, LCD caller ID screen that allows sighted users to see information about callers before answering the telephone.

Big Button Phone

The Big Button Phone is a large button telephone designed for use by individuals with low vision. This telephone has a large-button keypad with a redial button and four priority buttons that can be programmed for one-touch dialing of emergency numbers. The ringer can be set on high or low or turned off. COLOR: Almond.

Big Button Phone (Model 110846)

Big button phone with "mod-look" high-tech design with large easy-to-read numbers. Large white numbers on black keyboard for maximum visibility and stylish appearance. Can be wall-mounted or used on table top or desk. Requires no special installation to replace either new push button or old model rotary phone. Has last number redial, memory of three phone numbers. Hearing aid compatible. 90 day warranty.

Big Button, Loud Volume, Cid Cordless Phone (Model Cl-30)

The Big Button, Loud Volume, CID Cordless Phone, model CL-30, is a large button, voice output amplified telephone designed for use by individuals with low vision or who are hard of hearing. This cordless telephone talking caller identification in English or French that announces the caller's telephone number when a call is received. The dialing buttons are large with and back-lit, and provide audible feedback when pressed to verify that the user is dialing the correct number. Incoming sound is a

Big Buttons

Big Buttons are transparent caps, with an opening to quickly slide in overlays, designed for individuals with disabilities to use. Has ten levels—nine levels with 6 seconds recording time plus one level with 14 seconds.  Program three activities with up to ten steps each (6 seconds recording time per step). LCD readout.

Big Eye Combination Lamp (Model 1418)

The Big Eye Combination Lamp, model 1418, is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lamp combines a high intensity light on a flexible gooseneck arm with a distortion-free lens with 2X magnification on a separate gooseneck arm. The light and the lens can be used together or separately. The unit includes two 40 watt bulbs (one low intensity and one high intensity). OPTIONS: An optional lens booster attachment is available for increased visual a

Big Eye Desk Lamp (Model 010)

The Big Eye Desk Lamp, model 010, is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. A 5-inch magnifying lens with 2X magnification is attached to the lamp to provide a large, distortion-free viewing area directly under the lamp. The lamp is mounted on a telescoping base, and it has a flexible gooseneck for optimal positioning and hands free operation. The lamp uses a 40-watt high intensity bulb (2 bulbs are included). OPTIONS: An optional lens booster atta

Big Eye Floor Lamp (Model 518)

The Big Eye Floor Lamp, model 518, is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. A 5-inch magnifying lens with 2X magnification is attached to the lamp to provide a large, distortion-free viewing area directly under the lamp. The lamp is mounted on a telescoping base, and it has a flexible gooseneck for optimal positioning and hands free operation. The lamp uses a 40-watt high intensity bulb (included). OPTIONS: An optional lens booster attachment is a

Big Eye Two Arm Floor Lamp (Model 3518)

The Big Eye Two Arm Floor Lamp, model 3518, is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lamp combines a high intensity light on a flexible gooseneck arm with a distortion-free lens with 2X magnification on a separate gooseneck arm. Mounted on a telescoping height-adjustable base, the lamp uses a 40-watt high intensity bulb (included). OPTIONS: An optional lens booster attachment is available for increased visual acuity up to 5X magnification. Hi

Big Print Address Book

The Big Print Address Book is a large print address book designed for use by individuals with low vision. Wide-ruled lines provide space for writing names and addresses using large letters and numbers, with room for over 500 listings in large print format. The address book has flexible plastic coil binding and durable covers with inside front and back pockets. A bold 20/20 pen (see separate entry) is included. DIMENSIONS: 8 x 9.5 inches closed.

Big Print Check Register

The Big Print Check Register is a bold line check register designed for use by individuals with low vision. The register is spiral bound with a slim format for use and portability. It has bold column headings and extra-large entry boxes, with 350 entry spaces, enough for approximately one full year of transactions. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 9 inches when closed.

Big Talk Triple Play (Model 4202)

The Big Talk Triple Play, model 4202, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. This device offers single, sequential, and random message capabilities. Pushing the round plate activates pre-recorded messages that can be played back in single, sequential, or random order. Sequential capability is great for storytelling. Random capability is useful for playing games that use dice, spinners, cards and more. Each selection has four le

BigBlu KinderBoard

BigBlu KinderBoard is a large-key computer keyboard that can assist children with vision or motor-skill impairment and is an excellent first keyboard for any child. Big Blu KinderBoard has big 1 inch/2.5 centimeter oversized keys and large, bold, easy-to-read numbers and letters.The keyboard features color-coded consonants, vowels, numbers and punctuation marks to help pre-school children learn their character sets. BigBlu KinderBoard is compatible with a Bluetooth connection and Windows XP or n

Bigmack Communicator

The BIGmack Communicator is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by people with visual, range of motion and communication disabilities. This single-message communicator offers 75 seconds of recording time. The communicator also has a toy/appliance feature which enables any message in the sequence, or as many messages as desired, to be paired with a reinforcer. To program, the user presses the record button and the top of the BIGmack while speaking into the built-in m

Bignames

BigNames is a large print contacts database program designed for use by individuals who have low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to display contacts in large print for people who have difficulty seeing. BigNames uses the device’s existing contact list, including the nicknames the user has defined each contact. It skips loading contacts that do not have phone numbers and displays postal addresses. The program also allows the user to add a star to frequently diale

Bigreader

BigReader is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision in libraries and other public locations. It features a flat screen monitor with a handheld camera unit. The monitor can be placed on a desk or other flat surface using a desk stand, or it can be wall mounted using the industry standard VESA mounting points. The camera unit can be connected to the monitor via a security bracket, so that neither the camera or the power supply can be removed without the correct tool. Whe

Binaural FM System with Handheld Microphone

This Binaural FM System with Handheld Microphone is a communication system designed for hard of hearing students to hear what their teacher is saying through wireless earphones. This FM System is comprised of a wireless microphone that the teacher wears, and tiny FM radio receivers that fit smoothly and discreetly onto a student's personal hearing aid(s). The teachers voice is picked up by the wireless microphone and sent wirelessly to the student's FM receivers. This received signal is then amp

Binocular & Monocular Clip On (Model Series 1642)

The Clip-on Systems, series 1642, are magnifying lenses for eyeglasses designed to provide spectacle wearers with hands free magnification for individuals with low vision. The clip is made of high grade plastic and has four rubber tips for the legs to protect the eyeglass lens and is designed to fit most eyeglass fromes. The lenses are available as monocular or binocular and are interchangeable. Magnification ranges from 2x to 7x. The lens is set two to three inches from the eye, allowing for a

Binocular & Monocular Galilean System For Distance (Models 1634 & 1635)

The Binocular Galilean System for Distance, model 1634, is a binocular magnifier for watching TV or a sporting event for individuals with low vision. They are small lightweight optical systems comprised of a positive objective lens and a negative ocular lens. The system is designed to provide a perfect fit with adjustable bars for the pupillary distance, cold bend tempels, and an adjustable bridge. The lens is Achromatic and has a magnification of 3x. They are mounted in a frame of black plastic

Binocular & Monocular Galilean System For Near (Models 1636 & 1637)

The Binocular Galilean System for Near, model 1636, is a binocular magnifier for near-sighted tasks that require free hands such as reading or detailed inspection work for individuals with low vision. They are small lightweight optical systems comprised of a positive objective lens and a negative ocular lens. The system is designed to provide a perfect fit with adjustable bars for the pupillary distance, cold bend tempels, and an adjustable bridge. The lens is Achromatic and has a magnification

Binocular Magnifier

Binoculars. Two model 7 by 20 compact roof prism model: weight 8 1/4 ounces, length 3 3/4 inches, width 4 inches, thickness 1 1/4 inches. Focus: infinity to 4 1/2 feet. 9 by 60 ultra bright binocular model: weight 3 1/2 pounds, length 9 inches, width 8 3/4 inches, thickness 3 inches. Focus: infinity to 25 feet.

Bioaid

BioAid is a sound amplification program designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad as a hearing aid. Sounds are picked up by the device's microphone, amplified and processed in real time by BioAid, and then the amplified sound is sent to the user's earphones or earbuds. BioAid features six fixed settings, each of which has four fine-tuning settings. The user can try all 24 settings to find the one that is bes

Biomuse

BioMuse is a cursor control interface designed for use by individuals with severe physical or neurological disabilites or spinal cord or brain injury. This bioelectric signal controller is a rack-mountable package that enables users to control computer functions directly from muscle or eye movement or brainwave signals, bypassing standard input hardware, such as a keyboard or mouse. This device receives data from four main sources of electrical activity in the human body: muscles (EMG signals),

Birdhouse For Autism

Birdhouse is a web and mobile based application for caregivers of people with Autism. Birdhouse is an Autism management platform designed for users to organize the important information related to the person with autism's care. Birdhouse enables the user to keep track of medications and supplements, therapies and therapists, and easily track behaviors and daily activities. Use Birdhouse to find correlations and patterns in everyday life so the user can see what’s helping and what needs to be c

Black Big Button Phone (Model 16H141Bk)

The Big Black Button Phone, model 16H141BK, is a large button telephone designed for use by individuals with low vision, arthritis, or fine motor disabilities. It features a speakerphone for hands free use, volume control, and a redial and hold button. A bright LED light flashes to visually signal an incoming call and music plays for callers on hold. This phone also stores up to 13 most-called numbers for automatic dialing.

Blackstone Audiobooks

Blackstone Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Over 2,000 titles are available. Books are unabridged and include both fiction and non-fiction titles. Categories include biography, classics, current affairs, general fiction, history, philosophy, religion, science fiction and fantasy, sports, travel, and Westerns. OPTIONS: Cassette, CD, or MP3-CD format.

Blind Reader

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype text-to-Braille converter for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Blind Reader is a device that looks like a smartphone but functions like a text-to-Braille converter. The user skims the device over a paper publication, and the device uses optical character recognition to "read" the text. The back of the Blind Reader is refreshable Braille display. The device translates the text to Braille which appears on the back of the Brai

Blindshell Android Application On Google Play

BlindShell is an application developed for visually impaired individuals. It is controlled by simple touch gesture. There is also a text-to-speech feature with vibration and sound responses. Blindshell contains the following applications: Call, Messages, Contacts, Alarm, Notes, Voice Recorder, Book Reader, Color Recognition, Settings, Information about State, Favorites and Missed Events. There is also an easy-to-use keyboard for writing numbers and texts. To purchase BlindShell see Google Play.

Blissymbol Stamps

Blissymbol Stamps are sheets of Bliss symbolic language pictures printed on square, peel-back, self-adhesive labels. Three stamp packages are available. BM302 are 7/8-inch square color stamps; BM303 are 7/8-inch square black and white stamps that includes a book of 1545 stamps plus sentences and phrases for interaction, and frequently requested sentences and combined symbols; BM305 ($16) are 9/16-inch square black and white stamps that include a book of 1400 stamps for the construction of person

Blissymbols Gallery

Blissymbols Gallery is a symbolic language picture library designed to help build personalized communication displays for persons using Ke:nx. It consists of approximately 2,500 icons that are color-coded by such categories as time, people, noun, action and other distinguishing attributes. COMPATIBILITY: Macintosh. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Ke:nx 3.0 or Ke:nx On:Board 3.0. 4.5 megabytes of RAM is needed on the hard drive.

BLITAB

The BLITAB is designed for users who are blind or have low vision disabilities. It is a Braille tablet that uses a disruptive actuating technology to create tactile text and graphics in real time. The technology allows blind users to learn, work, and play with one mobile device and to have digital access to information in real time. It converts any document into Braille text; little smart dots (“tixels”) raise immediately from the surface and then fall down again when text changes. It is not jus

Block Letter Communicator

The Block Letter Communicator is a communication device for individuals who are deaf-blind. This small, lightweight device enables individuals who are deaf-blind and who do not know Braille to communicate with sighted individuals. When a sighted person types on the unit's QWERTY keyboard, the characters are presented as extra large tactile block letters. POWER: Uses rechargeable batteries.

Blow Toys Kit

The Blow Toys Kit is an oral motor planning activity kit designed for use with children with speech, breathing, and oral motor disabilities. This set includes a bear bubble toy, two silent blow toys, and one blow toy with sound to encourage prolonged blowing. Respiratory demands range from medium to difficult.

Blue Ant S4 True Handsfree

The Blue Ant S4 True Handsfree is a device to augment users' cell phone that is designed to be hands free for users with Multiple Sclerosis or other upper body disabilities. The S4 is activated with the hands-free trigger phrase "BlueAnt Speak to Me," making it ready for the user's voice commands.

Blue Flash

The Blue Flash is a carrying aid for communicators designed for use by individuals with communication and mobility disabilities. Pushed like a walker or a stroller, this mobile carrier accommodates communicators and portable computers and features a platform with a trap-in system for securing the device, two front caster-style wheels and two large rear wheels, and a push handle. The height-adjustable carrier collapses for storage and includes a detachable basket under the device platform.

Blue Freedom Bluetooth Cell Phone Headset

The Blue Freedom Bluetooth Cell Phone Headset is a one button headset designed for use by individuals with limited mobility or dexterity issues. Bluetooth headset with high quality, adjustable volume and allows user to be handsfree and wireless. Plus, everything is controlled at the touch of a single button. Features: Clips comfortably to user's clothes. Enhanced voice quality. Adjustable volume, rechargeable li-polymer battery enables hands free operation of mobile phones. Lightweight design.

Bluebird Ii

Bluebird II is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or cognitive disabilities. This device has 10 communication overlays, each with 24 buttons in a 6 by 4 configuration. Messages are digitally recorded (up to six hours total) and stored on a 256 megabyte memory card. Recorded messages are played by pressing the corresponding button on the overlay or by using a connected switch for one or two switch auditory scanning. Four jacks are provided

Blunders Board Game

Blunders™ is a board game designed for children ages 5 and up who would benefit from learning polite behavior in an informal setting by identifying rude behavior from polite behavior, while learning appropriate responses to situations and scenarios. In this game the Blunder children, like real children, know that good manners will also help them make more friends, do better in school and develop self-confidence. Players of this manner-building board game join the Blunder family on their quest to

Bm-01 Gsm Mobile Phone

The BM-01 is a large key mobile phone which includes functions designed especially for the elderly or anyone with low vision. The BM-01 big button mobile phone features big keys and font to make it easier to see the keys. The phone features an emergency call button - even if the phone is switched off, a user can press the button for 3 seconds and the phone will automatically switch on and dial the pre-set emergency number. There is also a magnify text message button - if small text is difficult

Bm-65P Bar Magnifier

The BM-65P Bar Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a 2x magnification lens. The BM-65P also can serve as a ruler as it includes inch and metric scales on opposite sides of the magnifier. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 8 x 1 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Board For Securing Paper When Writing.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Prevents paper from moving while writing. Plywood board with two metal strips with an attached spring to serve as clips to hold the paper in position. A wooden guard is mounted horizontally to prevent the child's hand from striking the spring mechanism. Diagram included. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking, Assembly. AUTHOR: Bureau of Handicapped Children, Dir of Pupil Personnel Services TITLE: Teaching Aids for Children with Cerebral Palsy. REF: Book: State

Board-Builder For Windows

Board-Builder for Windows is a symbolic communicator program designed for use to create communication boards for individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. To create a communication board, the user types in a word or selects a symbol from the library of Mayer-Johnson PCS Picture Communication Symbols, then organizes the words/symbols on the board using the copy & paste or click & drag commands. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIRE

Boardmaker Symbol Addendum Libraries (1998, 2000, 2002, & 2004 Editions)

Boardmaker Addendum Libraries are a symbolic language picture creation programs designed for use with Boardmaker (see separate entry). These libraries were created in response to Boardmaker users' requests The 1998 Edition ncludes symbols for each of the 50 states, history symbols, animals, foods, entertainment, people, descriptive words, and more. The 2000 Library contains more than 1,300 symbols, including public signs, country symbols, and country flags. The 2002 Library has more than 1,200 s

Boardmaker® v.6

The Boardmaker® v.6 is a computer program designed for students with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities reach classroom goals. It lets the user create valuable printed materials, like communication boards, sequences, and schedules. Design personalized materials, with symbols supported in 44 languages, and choose the topics, symbols, labels, colors borders, languages, and more.

Boardmaker® with Speaking Dynamically Pro v.6

Boardmaker® with Speaking Dynamically Pro v.6 is designed for individuals with significant speech or language disabilities, to build on the features of Boardmaker® Plus! and transform any computer into a speech output device and learning tool. It features natural sounding voices, word prediction, and includes all the features of Boardmaker® Plus!, including symbols supported in 44 languages.

Boardspeaker Dectalk (Model T1200)

BoardSpeaker DECtalk, Model T1200, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and functional motor skill. This device is targeted at individuals who have outgrown a recorded voice communicator but do not need the power and sophistication of a dynamic display system. This picture/symbol based communication device features DECtalk text-to-speech system with nine voices. BoardSpeaker uniquely allows the user to embed speech onto pa

Bob Books #1 - Reading Magic

Bob Books #1 - Reading Magic is a reading, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with developmental or learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder or language disabilities. This application (or app) is a phonics-based interactive game with a simple drag-and-drop interface that is designed to help children make the connection between letters and sounds, sound out simple words, and spell the words they have read. The game includes 12 scenes for a total of 32 wor

Bob Books #2 - Reading Magic

Bob Books #2 - Reading Magic is a reading, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with developmental or learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder or language disabilities. This application (or app) is a phonics-based interactive game with a simple drag-and-drop interface that is designed to help children make the connection between letters and sounds, sound out simple words, and spell the words they have read. The game includes 12 scenes featuring 50 words. F

Bob-1

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a prosthetic device that allows children who have no fingers write with a pen or pencil. A team of girl scouts from Iowa, ages 11 through 13, came up with a design that assisted a 3-year-old girl born without fingers on her right hand to write. The device, called BOB-1, is a platform strapped to an arm with a cylindrical holder that can be used to hold a pen, pencil, or similar tool. With the device attached to her hand, the three-year-o

Body Mount (Leg) For Iphone, Ipod Touch And Ipad

The Body Mount (Leg) for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad is a cell phone holder and tablet computer mounting system for people with upper or lower extremity, grasping and mobility disabilities, people with use of one hand, and wheelchair users. The system includes two adjustable straps to secure an iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch on the user's leg while seated in a wheelchair. OPTIONS: Mounts are available for the iPod Touch, iPhone 4, iPhone 4G, iPad 1 and iPad 2.

Body Part Cards

Body Part Cards are photo cards designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 32 cards can be used for reading skill development, to learn body part identification, or for communication and provides clear full-color photographs of children pointing to a body part such as an ear, the chin, the chest, etc.. DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 5 inches.

Bogen Multi Position Support Arm & Super Clamp

The Bogen Multi-position Support Arm and Super Clamp are mounting hardware for communicators and other accessories designed to be mounted to a table or wheelchair. The Support Arm has a fully articulated arm (three universal joints) with 90 degree pivotable and 360 degree rotatable ends, and an elbow that rotates 360 degrees. The adjustable, one-control handle located at the elbow joints locks all three joints firmly. The arm can be mounted permanently, or used with the Super Clamp. The Super Cl

Bold Line Graph Sheets (Models 1-04061-00, 1-04062-00, 1-04063, 1-04064-00, & 1-04065-00)

Designed for the use of the partially sighted. Major unit lines are 0. 030 inches wide and subunit lines are 0.015 inches wide. Comes in packages of 100 sheets. 8 1/2 by 11 inches.

Bold Line Letter-Writing Paper (Models 1-04811-00 & 1-04821-00)

Bold Line Letter-Writing Paper is bold line writing paper designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has bold black lines printed on white paper without margins, and comes in pads of 500 sheets. Paper is unpunched. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 11 x 8.5 with 7/16 inch line spacing (model 1-04811-00) or 9/16 inch line spacing (model 1-04821-00).

Bold Line Notebook Paper (Models 1-04791-00, 1-04801-00, 1-048510-00, 1-04861-00)

Bold Line Notebook Paper, models 1-04791-00, 1-04801-00, 1-048510-00, and 1-04861-00, is bold line paper designed for use by individuals with low vision. The sheets have bold black lines printed on white paper with left margines. Paper is sold in 500 sheet packages and comes in unpunched pads or loose sheets punched for a three ring binder, with a line spacing of 7/16 inch or 9/16 inch. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 inches.

Bold Lined Writing Paper (Models Plu-815 & Plu-835)

Bold Lined Writing Paper, models PLU-815 and PLU-835, is bold line writing paper designed for use by individuals with low vision. This paper has bold lines with wide spacing and comes with 100 double-sided sheets per pad. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 inches. Line spacing is 0.75 inch (model PLU-815) or 0.5 inches (model PLU-835). COLOR: Paper is white with bold black lines.

Boldline Spiral Notebook (Model 1-04825-00)

The Boldline Spiral Notebook, model 1-04825-00, is a bold line notebook designed for use by individuals with low vision. This spiral notebook has 100 sheets of bold line paper. DIMENSIONS: Paper is 8.5 x 11 inches with 9/16 inch line spaces. COLORS: Cover color is a "surprise" color; if more than one notebook is ordered, the cover color will be the same for all notebooks in the order.

BoldWriter Low Vision 3pk Starter Kit

The BoldWriter Low Vision 3pk Starter Kit is designed for users who have limited vision or are partially blind. The pen is user friendly and writes bold lines in black ink without leaving any smudges or any bleeding through the paper. The pen is easy-to-see and read with incredibly vivid, high-visibility black ink. Additionally, the device is easy to grip and is recommended for seniors or those with dexterity issues.

Bolinda Audio Books & Large Print Books

Bolinda Audio Books and Bolinda Large Print Books are recorded or large print books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Audio books are available on audiocassette or CD. Large print books are printed in 16-point type. Books include both abridged and unabridged titles in genres such as mystery, action/suspense, general fiction, general non-fiction, biography/autobiography, classics, travel, and children's/young adult.

Boogie Board Jot 8.5 LCD eWriter Tablet with Stylus Smart Paper

Boogie Board Jot 8.5 LCD eWriter Tablet with Stylus Smart Paper is a dry erase board to help with communication and leaving messages. The durable, ultra-lightweight LCD writing screen is engineered to feel just like writing with pen on paper. The image stays as long as you need it to and can be erased with the touch of a button. Create again and again without the need to charge or connect.

Boogie Board Magic Sketch

Boogie Board Magic Sketch is a pre-writing tool that encourages children to sketch and eventually draw and write.  Liquid crystal multi-color screen writes just like pen or paper and erases with the touch of a button. Study Math, practice letters, trace your favorite comic book heroes and more! Stylus color may vary.

Boogie Boards Blackboard, Electronic Write and Erase Surface

Boogie Boards Blackboard, Electronic Write and Erase Surface is a digital blackboard is an alternative to writing, sketching, planning, and beyond (and erases completely with a mere touch of a button). Blackboard by Boogie Board is made of Liquid Crystal Paper that writes electronically without ink or paper (saving you paper, money, and space!). Write on included templates like lines, grids, and more, or write, trace, doodle, and create on anything – like documents, photos, or even digital scree

Book Port Dt

Book Port DT is a desktop-style Digital Talking Book player and recorder designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The design includes a large, clear-sounding speaker and easy-to-use controls. Book Port DT is ideal for reading Digital Talking Books. Users can also record or edit their own material in Digital Talking Book format. In addition, users can listen to internet radio or podcasts for education or entertainment. Book Port DT offers: • National Library Service (NLS) Cartri

Book Port Plus

The Book Port Plus is a digital talking book player and MP3 player designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision. This small device incorporates an audio book player, an accessible MP3 player, a clockand a voice recorder and player in one unit. The Book Port Plus contains a Wi-Fi chip, USB port, SD card port (up to 32 gigabytes [GB]), stereo microphone and headphone jacks, and a built-in speaker and microphone. One SD card is included. The USB can be used to connect to a computer

Book Reader

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To hold a book open in front of a reader with upper extremity disability or weakness or arthritis and enable the reader to turn the pages. The unit is made of plastic (Lexan). A single sheet, approximately 14 x 20 inches, is heated and bent and non-slip rubber is bonded to the base. The book support shelf is also bonded but can also be screwed in place from the back before bending. Spring loaded clips are mounted to the bottom, which enable the reader to release

Book Rest

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Easel-like book rest to hold books at a convenient angle for reading. Describes construction of a book rest made of hardboard or plywood, 8 by 10 inches, and hardwood strips for the fiddle on which the book rests. The support is attached with a dowel so it can be made to lie flat against the plywood to carry or store the device. Includes diagram and photographs. COMMENTS: Can be used with page restrainers (000373) to hold paperback books open. SKILLS R

Book Rest.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Book rest made to the angle preferred by the reader. Provides list of materials needed, instructions and diagram for building a simple book rest of wood. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Caston, D TITLE: Easy to Make Aids for Elderly People REF: London, England: Souvenir Press: p 86-87. Also available from Prentice-Hall, Englewoods Cliffs, NJ. NARIC CALL NUMBER: R3460 PAGES (including cover): 3 1985.

Book Stand (Model Pvc-B)

The Book Stand, model PVC-B, is a book holder designed for use by individuals with grasping, upper extremity, or other physical disabilities. The stand can be used on a wheelchair lap tray, stander tray, table top, or when the reader is seated on the floor. It holds most standard-size books, including 3-ring binders. Smaller books can be displayed by placing a cutting board (not included) on the book stand.

Book Talker (Model 1506)

The Book Talker, model 1506, is a switch operated direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This device features a 16- position flat switch array that can be placed inside the back of a book, allowing the user to record readings. The user can place a marking sticker on any page over one of the segments on the switch, push the marker and the recording begins. The device features seven different levels and can play from one to sixteen messages. The

Book With Ez Turn Pages

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable people with limited grip or arm mobility to read independently. To adapt any hardcover or softcover book, Take the book to be adapted to a printer to have the binding removed and the pages bundled and tied with string. Purchase a comb binder thicker than the book to be bound from an office supplu store. Use a comb binding machine to rebind the book. To use a comb binder, cut rectangular holes along the pages to receive the binder. (This is done with

Book Wizard Reader (Models D-03531-00 & D-03531-Ed)

Book Wizard Reader is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This progam allows the user to read digital talking books using a PC sound card and speakers. It supports all the media types covered by the DAISY (Digital Audio Information System) Consortium's Digital Talking Book 3.0 specifications, including audio only, text only, and synchronized text and audio. The program can be used to create digital talking books in DAISY 3.0 for

Bookcourier

BookCourier is a voice output electronic book (e-book) reader designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or other disabilities that make reading difficult. The e-book reader can be used for listening to electronic text, voice files, and digital music. Files can be downloaded from a personal computer (PC) or the Internet using the supplied transfer software. The device includes a built-in MP3 player; a built-in voice recorder; fast forward and fast reverse controls; bookmark

Bookease Reading Stands

Bookease Reading Stands are bookholders designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. Available in mini, classic, or luxury models, these holders accommodate most reading material. Pages are held in place with unobtrusive pegs, which extend outwards for extra-thick books. The wooden unit folds flat when not in use. DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): The mini model is 5 x 5.75 x 0.75 inches. The classic model is 6.333 x 9.5 x 1.25 inches. The luxury model is 9.75 x 12.5 x 1.25

Booklift Copyholder (Model 4065)

The Booklift Copyholder, Model 4065, is a portable, folding overhead bookholder designed for use by people with upper extremity disabilities. The device folds completely flat consists of a clear plexiglass bookrest on telescoping legs to allow the book to be placed at the most comfortable angle for the user. The holder has nine height adjustments and two adjustable clips. DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): 11.75 x 9.38 x 1.75 inches with a 1.5-inch lip when open.

Books From The Braille Institute Press

Books from the Braille Institute Press are braille books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. A wide range of titles are available for both children and adults, including titles for preschool children through young adult readers, textbooks for kindergarten through grade 12, books for college preparation, beginner braille books for adults, and recreational reading for adults. Over 1,100 children's titles are available, including both popular and classic fiction, biogr

Books In Motion Audiobooks

Books in Motion Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. All books are unabridged, and titles include mysteries, romance, historical fiction, westerns, Americana, classics, science fiction, war, and Christian fiction. Books are recorded on BASF cassette tapes and come in vinyl book packs with nylon webbing in the spine.

Books On Cd-Rom

Books on CD-ROM are digital book libraries designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Each CD-ROM library contains hundreds of titles in unencrypted electronic text format. Most titles date from before 1920 and are out of copyright. The books are readable with a wide variety of voice output and large print devices and software, so readers can control type size, font, and other characteristics of presentation to suit their needs and tastes. The plain text books on these CD-

Books On Tape & Books On Cd

Books on Tape and Books on CD are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Thousands of unabridged titles are available in such categories as Adventure, Travel and Sea; Biography; Classics; Fiction; History and War; Humor; Mystery; Non-Fiction; Personal Achievement; Science Fiction; and Young Readers. OPTIONS: Cassette tape, CD, or MP3-CD format. Cassette and CD titles are available for rental as well as purchase. WARRANTY: 90 days for Collector's Edition

Booksense (Model T50)

The BookSense, model T50, is a digital talking book player, voice output electronic book reader, and digital recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It can play audio books and reads digital text in a wide range of formats. Media file types supported include DAISY, NLS, Learning Ally, BookShare, Audible.com, NISO, MP3, MP4, WMV, FLAC, ASF, OGG, WAV, WAX, M4A, WMA and Apple iTunes. The BookSense also supports the following document types: TXT, HTML, XML, RTF, DO

Booksense Xt (Model T50Xt)

The BookSense XT, model T50XT, is a digital talking book player, voice output electronic book reader, and digital recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has more storage than BookSense (see separate entry), and it includes several additional features such as an FM radio with up to 6 channel presets and Bluetooth. It can play a wide range of audio formats and read a wide range of text formats. Support media file types include DAISY, NLS, RFB&D, Bo

Bookwedge

The BookWedge is a bookholder and stand for a tablet computer or e-reader designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, weakness, or arthritis. This triangular pillow supports a book or tablet device on a desk, table, lap, or floor and enables the user to read it hands-free. To use the BookWedge, the user places the spine of a book in the wide ledge on one side of the pillow, and leans the book or tablet against the pillow's side so is it angled upward for reading. DIMENSION

Bookworm

The AbleNet Bookworm Literacy Tool is a voice output reading machine designed for use by children with cognitive, severe physical, or vision disabilities. To use the unit, which works with most books and worksheets, the reading material is clipped to the BookWorm unit and the book is adapted with the included stickers and page detectors. Each page is recorded on the included memory module. Reading is activated by pressing the activation area or using the attached single switch (switch not includ

Bookworm

The Bookworm is a portable braille reader designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The size of a portable cassette player, this device enables all kinds of electronic text (e.g., from the Internet, diskette, e-mail, CD-Rom, etc.) to be stored and read on eight concave, built-in Braille elements. The unit stores four megabytes of information (the equivalent of approximately 4,000 print pages or approximately 50 Braille binders) and operates with four buttons (forward, bac

Boomvox Wireless Amplifier

The BoomVox Wireless Amplifier is a small, portable speech amplifier designed for use by people with speech disabilities. It can be worn around the waist on a belt. The BoomVox can be used with a wireless headset microphone, a lapel microphone, a handheld microphone or a high-gain heavy-duty microphone, all of which are included with the unit. The voice is projected from the 15-watt amplifier. The volume on the amplifier is adjustable. A carrying case is included. POWER: Uses built-in, rechargea

Braille Books From The Braille Superstore

Braille Books from the Braille Superstore are braille books designed for use by children or adults who are blind or have low vision. Over 500 books for children are available, including books by Dr. Seuss, Margaret Wise Brown, Eric Carle, and Robert Munsch; books about Madeline, Curious George, the Berenstain Bears, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Franklin the Turtle, Mr. Gumpy, and the tiny town of Chewandswallow; Mother Goose nursery rhymes; and classic fairy tales. Books for older children include

Braille 'n Speak

Braille 'N Speak is an electronic braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The unit features a six-key Perkins-style braille keyboard and the capability to provide output in print, synthesized speech, or braille. This portable stand-alone data manager offers a simple command structure; word processing capabilities and spell check; a fully-adjustable speech synthesizer which enables the user to control the rate of speech, tone, pitch, and more; a Grade 2

Braille Alphabet And Number Card (Model 1-04020-00)

The Braille Alphabet and Number Card, model 1-04020-00, is a braille alphabet and number card designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This card can be used to increase the awareness of braille among print readers. It presents the alphabet, numbers, and selected punctuation signs in braille and in regular type. A simple sentence in Grade 1 braille is included to allow for translation practice.

Braille Alphabet Cards

Braille Alphabet Cards are designed for use with individuals who are blind or have low vision. Each card shows the alphabet and numbers in standard print and Braille. The cards come in a package of 100.

Braille Basics Series For Teens And Adults

The Braille Basics Series for Teens and Adults is a braille training program designed for use by adults and students age fourteen and over who are blind or have low vision. Sold as a set or individually, the series consists of two courseware packages designed to be used with the SAL Speech Assisted Learning System (see separate entry). The two packages are Braille Basics 1 For Teens and Adults: Introduction to Braille, and Braille Basics 2 for Teens and Adults: Learning the Braille Alphabet. Bot

Braille Bookmaker

The Braille BookMaker is a portable desk-top Braille printer that produces Braille characters on both sides of the page for individuals who are blind. Commands are issued from a calculator-style keypad, and confirmed by tones so that the operator can change settings without having to print out prompts and responses in Braille. A brief comma sequence places the unit in single-sided mode, where it can become a terminal using the optional external keyboard, or generate samples for easier proofreadi

Braille Books From The Clovernook Store

Braille Books from the Clovernook Store are braille books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Titles include A Different Kind of Hero, by Leslie Lehr Spirson; Bunnicula Strikes Again, by James Howe; City of Light, by Lauren Belfer; Elbow Room, by James Alan McPherson; In Dubious Battle, by John Steinbeck; Miss Julia Speaks Her Mind, by Ann B. Ross; Stiffed: The Betrayal of the American Man, by Susan Faludi; Stress and Natural Healing; The Sacrifice, by Diane Matchec

Braille Books From The Louis Braille Center

Braille Books from the Louis Braille Center are braille books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Titles include biographies of Louis Braille, resources for learning braille, the writings of Helen Keller, books of wisdom and inspiration, poetry, books of quotations, and books for children and teens. Books for children and teens include fables, fairy tales, and legends; Christmas books; poetry, riddles, and jokes; fiction by A.A. Milne, Beatrix Potter, Laura Numeroff

Braille Buddy

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of an educational device to assist individuals who are blind or have low vision to transition into Braille literacy. The Braille Buddy is a 2-phase educational device aimed to assist individuals who are blind or low vision with the most difficult stages of learning Braille (e.g., reading and writing). The Braille Buddy folds down into an easy-to-hold device that expands to and includes the Braille cell and the Braille keyboard. In Stage 1,

Braille Bug Alphabet Card

The Braille Bug Alphabet Card is a braille alphabet card designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This colorful card is designed to help teach the braille alphabet. It is embossed with the braille alphabet, numbers, and commonly used punctuation. The reverse features a brief description of braille and how it is used. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 9 x 3 inches.

Braille CapTel

The Braille CapTel is a captioned telephone for people who are blind, deaf-blind or have low vision. This phone is designed specifically to interact with the CapTel Captioning Service to display a realtime transcript of each conversation on a screen located just above the number key pad. Read braille captions of telephone conversations on a dynamic braille display. Users who subscribe to the CapTel Captioning Service place each call in the same way as dialing a traditional phone. As the user dia

Braille Code Recognition Materials: Students' Kit (Model 1-03240) & Teachers' Kit (Model 1-03250)

Braille training materials to increase speed and accuracy in recognition of contractions, word signs and short-form words in braille. The Kit provides materials for five students: Braille booklet of 5 print sets, BCR lists 1-20; print copy of Directions for BCR Lists; print booklet of BCR Exercises; braille booklet of BCR Exercises; print copy of Percentage Accurate Conversion Table; Braille Progress Charts. The Teacher's Kit consists of a 30-minute instructional cassette, 2 sets of practice/ass

Braille Connection: A Braille Reading And Writing Program For Former Print Users (Models 7-11100-00 & 5-11100-00)

Braille Connection: A Braille Reading and Writing Program for Former Print Users is a braille tutorial program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program guides adult and teenage former print readers from tactual discrimination to Grade 1 Braille, which corresponds to print, and then through Grade 2 Braille, the standard code for braille books and magazines. The instructional program is designed to be used under the supervision of a qualified braille teacher. T

Braille Contraction Sheets (Models 5-35960-00 & 7-35960-00)

Braille Contraction Sheets are pamphlets designed for use in teaching braille to individuals who are blind or have low vision. These pamphlets contain many of the common Grade 2 braille units, including contractions, word signs, short-form words, punctuation, and composition signs. OPTIONS: Available in braille (5-35960-00) or print (7-35960-00).

Braille Cookbooks From The Cookbook Of The Month Catalog

Braille Cookbooks from the Cookbook of the Month Catalog are braille cookbooks designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. A total of 76 cookbooks are available. Each cookbook is one or two volumes and focuses on a particular type of food, cooking method, or regional or ethnic cuisine. OPTIONS: Purchasers may join the Cookbook of the Month Club to receive new braille cookbooks automatically.

Braille Datebook

The Braille DateBook is a braille notebook designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This planner comes with 250 sheets of punched blank filler paper for brailling appointments or other information, together with tabbed plastic calendar pages for organizing the filler pages. The notebook's binder holds 100 pages, including calendar pages and other tabbed pages, and features a Velcro fastener, a slate pocket on the inside front cover, and a stylus pocket on the inside spin

Braille Edge 40 (Model B40K)

The Braille EDGE 40, model B40K, is a refreshable braille display with a braille keyboard and braille notetaker functions designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The unit's 40-cell braille display provides Braille representation of information from the screen of a computer or mobile device, and its Perkins-style keyboard allows Braille input to the same device. The unit has 2 four-way navigation keys and 8 function keys (Escape, Tab, Control, Alt, Shift, Insert, Windows

Braille Enthusiast's Dictionary

The Braille Enthusiast's Dictionary, compiled and edited by Koenig and Holbrook, is a braille manual designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This volume presents braille transcriptions of more than 29,000 common and not-so-common words in the English language. All listings are in conformity with the latest revisions of the braille code. Syllabic divisions are shown for words in inkprint, and a listing of prefixes and suffixes is given for all those words in which a cont

Braille Eraser Holder For Braille Writer

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To attach a Braille eraser to a Braille writer. Attach a piece of self-adhesive hook-and-loop material to the Braille eraser and the corresponding piece of self-adhesive hook-and-loop material to the Braille writer immediately to the right of the handle. Attach the Braille eraser to the Braille writer using the hook-and-loop material when the eraser is not in use. TITLE: Taming the Wild Braillewriter (in Springboard). AUTHOR: West, D. and Pruim, N. JOURNAL: RE:v

Braille Express (Models 100 & 150)

The Braille Express, models 100 and 150, is a Braille printer designed to print in book format with two pages on each sheet for individuals who are visually disabled. The printers offer interpoint Braille at a rate of 100 or 150 characters per second. They both print up to 44 characters per line macimum, combine text and graphics on a single sheet, save up to 16 full groups of settings, and emboss raised print characters for tactual or visual reading. A rear panel impact control selector allows

Braille Font

The Braille Font is a braille font designed for use by individuals with low vision. This font can be used by individuals with low vision and by teachers of individuals who are blind to learn braille. It is a printed font that uses large solid dots to represent the raised dots in each six-dot braille cell, and uses smaller rings to represent the unused positions. These rings replace the solid mini-dots used in standard braille fonts. This font set includes all capitals, lowercase letters, punctua

Braille for the Sighted

The Braille for the Sighted is a print book with exercises designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This braille book is designed to assist users learn the alphabet and numbers while completing a variety of game and activities.  

Braille Interpreter

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a Braille interpreter for individuals who are blind or visually impaired who cannot read Braille. The Braille Interpreter is a single-finger glove featuring a tactile sensor, a Bluetooth headphone and interpreting software allowing individuals with sight impairments to read Braille. The index finger portion of the glove contains the tactile sensor, which is skimmed over the Braille text and sends data to a small computer housed on the ba

Braille Is Beautiful Curriculum Set

The Braille is Beautiful Curriculum Set is designed to promote braille literacy and awareness of Braille among students who are blind or have low vision as well as others in the 4th through 6th grades. It suggests a variety of learning formats including full group discussion, small work groups, fact sheets, quizzes, interactive games, and applied projects. This curriculum set includes a course discussion guide, a service learning guidebook, six slates and styluses, 30 Braille workbooks, six deck

Braille Is Beautiful Video Set

The Braille is Beautiful Video Set is a braille instruction kit designed to promote braille literacy and general awareness of Braille among students who are blind or have low vision, as well as others in the 4th through 6th grades, and their teachers and parents. This instructional set includes two videos about Braille, "Jake and the Secret Code" and "That the Blind May Read." It also includes a course instruction guide, a Braille slate and stylus for Braille writing demonstrations, and a Braill

Braille Lite Millennium (Series M20)

The Braille Lite Millennium, Series M20, is a Braille notetaker designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Input is through a an eight-dot Perkins-style Braille keyboard, and output is through a 20-character refreshable Braille display and an adjustable speech synthesizer. The Braille Lite M20 features a 56K modem, e-mail capability, word processing, one-key commands, and 14 megabytes (MB) of internal memory. Use of removable SanDisk CompactFlash cards allows virtually unlimited

Braille Lite Millennium (Series M40)

The Braille Lite Millennium, series M40, is a Braille notetaker designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Input is through a an eight-dot Perkins-style Braille keyboard, and output is through a 40-character refreshable Braille display and an adjustable speech synthesizer. The Braille Lite M40 features a 56K modem, e-mail capabilities, word processing, quick one-key commands, and 14 megabytes (MB) of internal memory. Use of removable SanDisk CompactFlash cards allows virtually un

Braille Literacy Curriculum

The Braille Literacy Curriculum, by Diane P. Wormsley, is a manual for teaching braille to students who are blind or have low vision. This manual supports the goals of the National Agenda for the Education of Children and Youths with Visual Impairments, Including Those with Multiple Disabilities. It emphasizes outcomes, presents strategies for incorporating braille into the total curriculum, and provides resources, references, and tips and techniques for making braille come alive for the student

Braille Literacy: A Functional Approach

Braille Literacy: A Functional Approach, by Diane P. Wormsley with contributions by Frances Mary D'Andrea, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of individuals who are blind or have low vision and cognitive disabilities. The book is a practical resource for teachers of students challenged by learning braille through traditional methods because of additional physical or cognitive disabilities, the inability to speak English well, or difficulty in making the transition from

Braille Magnetic Letters

The Braille Magnetic Letters is designed for use by children and adults who are blind or have low vision. The braille device includes 26 solid-plastic letters - one for each letter of the alphabet. Each magnetic piece is over an inch tall; has a sturdy magnet embedded in the back; and has the corresponding Braille dots embossed on the front. Now blind and sighted people can reinforce Braille skills and practice spelling out words together by sticking the letters onto a refrigerator; filing cabin

Braille Magnetic Numbers

The Braille Magnetic Numbers is designed for use by children and adults who are blind or have low vision. The device includes a 26-piece set; though; is that there aren't just the numbers from 0 through 9 with Braille on them. Also included is a second set of numbers; a third 0; as well as the standard math signs: + (Plus); - (Minus); * (Multiplied By); / (Divided By); and = (Equals). Each solid-plastic magnetic tile stands over an inch high; and is not only shaped into the print number or math

Braille New Revised Standard Version Bible & New Testament

The Braille New Revised Standard Version (NSRV) Bible and NSRV New Testament are braille Bibles designed for use by individuals who are blind. The complete New Revised Standard Version Bible is available in 36 Braille volumes, and the NRSV New Testament is available in 9 volumes.

Braille Notebooks, 3-Ring (Models 1-04320 & 1-04380-00)

Braille Notebooks, 3-Ring, are made of heavy-duty board and covered with water proof vinyl. The metal binders contain three rings for holding approximately 100 pages of braille paper. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 or 9 x 12 inches ($7.10), 11 x 11 inches ($6.50), and 11.5 x 11 inches ($6.50). COLORS: Binder colors are blue, turquoise, and green.

Braille Paper

Braille Paper is braille paper designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The 100-sheet packages are available in medium, medium punched, heavy, and heavy punched. DIMENSIONS: Sheets are 8.5 x 11 inches.

Braille Paper

Braille Paper is designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is continuous feed braille paper with perforated detachable side panels for use in tractor-feed braille printers or embossers. It comes in two sizes, narrow (notebook size) and wide, with and without 19 hole (GBC) punch. The wide size is sold in cartons of 1,000 sheets, and the narrow size is sold in cartons of 1,500 sheets. The paper is 100 pound tag. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 11.5 x 11 or 8.5 x 11 tear-off size (12

Braille Paper

The Braille Paper is desiggned for use in one-sided or interpoint Braille applications. This paper can be used with most Braille embossers. A box contains approximately 1,000 sheets of sprocket-holed, fan-folded paper. DIMENSIONS: Each sheet is 8.5 x 11 inches.

Braille Paper (Heavy, Light, & Three-Hole Punched)

Braille Paper is designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It is available in two grades, heavy and light, and in two styles, plain and three hole punched. Both heavy and light grades are suitable for use with Perkins Braillers(see separate entries). Available styles are plain heavy grade, plain light grade, or three hole punched heavy grade. Paper is sold in reams of 500 sheets. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 8.5 x 11 inches (all grades with or without holes) or 11 x 11.5 inches (pla

Braille Paper Pad (Model 24-0108-1)

The Braille Paper Pad, model 24-0108-1, is braille paper designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Sheets have three punched holes to fit the Howe Press Small Loose-Leaf Pocket Notebook (see separate entry). DIMENSIONS (LxW): 3.5 x 6 1/8 inches.

Braille Printer (Model Bpw-32)

The Braille Printer, model BPW-32, is a desktop braille printer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This printer can emboss six- or eight-dot braille on a single side, or on both sides simultaneously using either the interpoint or interline method. The noise level has been reduced by using an embossing method that pushes the braille embossing pins into the paper instead of striking the paper. This embossng method also allows an entire line of braille to be printed a

Braille Printer (Model Tp-32)

The Braille Printer, model TP-32, is a desktop braille printer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The printer can emboss six-dot or eight-dot braille on one side, or on both sides simultaneously using either the interpoint or interline method. The noise level has been reduced by using an embossing method that pushes the braille embossing pins into the paper instead of striking the paper. This embossng method also allows an entire line of braille to be printed at th

Braille Proofreading Aid

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To Enable a teacher to mark errors in Braille text for correction. To mark errors in spelling, place a vertical in the space immediately before and immediately after the word to be corrected. If the error is the omission of a word or punctuation, place two staples, one after the other, in the space between words. Bracket incorrect punctuation with two staples. This technique can also be used when grading tests with single-letter or one-word answers. Incorrect an

Braille Sense Polaris

The Braille Sense Polaris is a notetaker designed for users who are blind, visual impaired, or have low vision disabilities. The device combines a key soft and braille literacy of a traditional note taker with the efficiency and power of a modern tablet. Additionally, the device supports Google Apps, making it easy to utilize Google services like Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Braille Sense U2 (Model H432B)

The Braille Sense U2, model H432B, is a Braille notetaker and word processor designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This compact, portable braille notetaker has a 9-key Perkins-style Braille keyboard, a 32-cell braille display and an LCD display. It provides the functionality of a laptop computer, including WiFi, chat, document processing, DAISY playback, GPS, YouTube, Excel, and DropBox. It can perform up to seven tasks simultaneously. The Braille Sense U2 includes mu

Braille Sense U2 Qwerty (Model H432Q)

The Braille Sense U2 QWERTY, model H432Q, is a Braille and electronic notetaker and word processor designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This compact, portable notetaker has a 9-key Perkins-style Braille keyboard, a QWERTY (alphabetic) keyboard, a 32-cell braille display, and an optional LCD display. It provides the functionality of a laptop computer, including WiFi, chat, document processing, DAISY playback, GPS, YouTube, Excel, and DropBox. It can perform up to sev

Braille Series

The Braille Series is a Braille reading tutorial program designed for teaching braille to students who are blind or have low vision. The set includes a set of three textbooks, with Book 1 covering Grade 1 braille, Book 2 covering Grade 2 braille, and Book 3 covering advanced Grade 2 braille. OPTIONS: Each volume is available in a Braille version and a print version for sighted teachers or parents.

Braille Smartphone

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a Braille smartphone for individuals who are blind or have low vision. 2011 TED Fellow and interaction design graduate of the National Institute of Design (NID) Sumit Dagar is collaborating with the IIT Delhi to create a prototype of the world's first Braille smartphone with a completely tactile display. The phone, which has yet to be officially named, has a tactile screen comprised of a grid of pins that move up and down under a soft me

Braille Stapler

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of Braille writer that is portable and can be used anywhere by individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The Braille Stapler is portable, six-button braille embosser that includes a space button and functions tab for controlling the size of the Braille. The design expedites the writing process” and the Braille need not be written and/or read in reverse. TITLE: Writing Braille Anywhere. WEBSITE: Yanko Design. REF: http://www.yankodesig

Braille Star 40

The Braille Star 40 is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit can function both as a braille computer display terminal and as a portable braille notetaker. With Braille Star's Scratchpad feature, users can take notes while the device is connected to a computer, or download a file from the computer or the Internet and read, edit, and save changes to it when the Braille Star is disconnected. The Scratchpad can store up to four mega

Braille Stylus: Regular, Jumbo, Reversible, & Pencil (Models 23-3101-7, 23-2901-9, 23-3101-5, & 23-3401-9)

The Regular, Jumbo, Reversible, and Pencil Braille Styluses are designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Regular Stylus (23-3001-7) is durable and easy to use. The Jumbo Stylus (23-2901-9) is designed for creating Jumbo braille with larger, more widely spaced dots that can be felt more easily by individuals with neurological impairments such as diabetic neuropathy. The Reversible Stylus (23-3101-5) has a braille stylus and Teflon braille eraser in one unit. The steel

Braille Trail: An Activity Book

The Braille Trail: An Activity Book, by Frances Mary D'Andrea and Anna M. Swenson, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of children who are blind or have low vision. The book provides an introduction to braille with games, graphics, activities, and information on braille, assistive technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired and are by readers of braille, and the biographies of Helen Keller and Louis Braille. The book is based on the Braille Bug, which i

Braille Wave

Braille Wave is a refreshable Braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This slimline 40-character Braille display provides access to most computer operating systems, including DOS, Windows 95/98/ME, Windows NT/2000, and Linux, and features a built-in note-taking facility that can be used with or without connection to a computer. The included software enables notes taken to be transferred to Microsoft Word on a personal computer. Standard features include

Braille World Atlas (Model 5-06000-00)

The Braille World Atlas, model 5-06000-00, is a braille and tactile atlas designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This one-volume atlas has 37 maps with descriptions, including maps of the solar system, the seasons, continents, oceans, countries, and the regions and states of the United States.

Braille Writer Positioning Aid

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To keep a braille writer stationary during use. On the table where the Braille writer is used, mark an area slightly larger than the dimensions of the Braille writer's base. Place rope or clothesline on three sides of the resulting shape, omitting the side nearest the user. Secure the rope/clothesline with duct tape to form a "parking space" for the Braille writer. TITLE: Taming the Wild Braillewriter (in Springboard). AUTHOR: West, D. and Pruim, N. JOURNAL: RE:

Braille+ Mobile Manager (Model 1-07450-00)

The Braille+ Mobile Manager, model 1-07450-00, is a personal digital assistant (PDA) and voice output electronic organizer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This braille-input version of the Icon from LevelStar has a Perkins-style Braille keyboard, a 30 gigabyte (GB) hard drive, and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability. Features include word processing; an MP3 player; a book player that supports DAISY books and Bookshare; voice recording; an address book, clock

Braille, Large Print, & Audio Instructional Booklets From Horizons For The Blind

Braille, Large Print, and Audio Instructional Booklets from Horizons for the Blind are cookbooks and crafts guides designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Each booklet includes braille and large print text and comes with an audio cassette or CD. Titles currently available include Oriental Recipes, with 18 recipes for such dishes as fried noodles, almond chicken, and fortune cookies; Baking with Mixes, with instructions for using cake, biscuit, bread, and cookie mixes, r

Braille2000 Student Edition, Direct Entry Edition, & Document Processing Edition

Braille2000 is a braille text editor designed for the production of braille documents for individuals who are blind. Some versions also include a braille translation program. This braille text editor is compatible with ED-IT PC (see separate entry) but has additional features. It is Internet-compatible, can read and write ABT files, and can be used to read and write braille XML files and to translate XML print text into braille. The Student Edition is a braille editing tool for the beginning bra

Braillemaster Braille Publishing Software

BrailleMaster Braille Publishing Software is a Braille software package with Braille translation programs and text editors designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. With BrailleMaster, the user can translate text to braille and send it either directly to a Braille embosser or printer or to an interim braille file; edit a file, including a braille file; print or emboss Braille from a Braille file; view the completed braille on screen; customize formatting and controls in a

Braillenote Apex (Model Bt 18)

The BrailleNote Apex, model BT 18, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has an eight-dot braille keyboard, voice output, and an 18-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX31 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SDRAM; three

Braillenote Apex (Model Bt 32)

The BrailleNote Apex, model BT 32, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has an eight-dot braille keyboard, voice output, and a 32-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX31 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SDRAM; three

Braillenote Apex (Model Qt 18)

The BrailleNote Apex, model QT 18, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has a standard alphabetic (QWERTY) keyboard, voice output, and an 18-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX31 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SD

Braillenote Apex (Model Qt 32)

The BrailleNote Apex, model QT 32, is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has a standard alphabetic (QWERTY) keyboard, voice output, and an 18-cell refreshable braille display. The display features thumb navigation by line, sentence or paragraph with braille keyboard. Other features include Microsoft Windows CE 6 operating system with Freescale iMX32 processor, 8 gigabytes (GB) of non-volatile user storage and 256 megabytes (MB) SD

BrailleNote Apex BT 32 Braille Notetaker

BrailleNote Apex BT 32 Braille Notetaker is designed for people visual impaired and low vision maximize their digital communications. The Braille Apex has evolved to address the needs of students, professionals, and consumers. BrailleNote Apex assures that the user stay connected on the go, utilizing built-in options to access web pages, download e-mails, or retrieve files from a wireless or Ethernet network. Other features include:

Braillenote Pk

BrailleNote PK is a braille notetaker and personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has an eight-key braille keyboard, speech output, and an 18-cell braille display with thumb navigation by line, sentence, or paragraph. Other features include Bluetooth technology for connecting to wireless devices; USB functionality; WiFi (wireless) connectivity; Internet Explorer (version 6); and KeySoft media player. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.

BrailleNote Touch

The BrailleNote Touch is a notetaker designed for students and professionals who are blind, visual impaired or have low vision disabilities that require an intelligent device that combines a note taker with a modern smartphone or tablet. The BrailleNote Touch is a certified braille tablet providing Play Store access. It combines the benefits of KeySoft and braille literacy of a traditional note taker with the efficiency and power of a modern tablet. The BrailleNote Touch is driven by KeySoft, w

Braillepen Slim

Braille Pen Slim is a Bluetooth Braille Keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It connects to the user’s phone, notebook, PC or tablet. It allows the user to write SMS, complete a 6-key entry into a Braille translator or simply type. It is equipped with 6 Braille dot keys, 3 function keys (shift, space and control). The Shift and Control keys become dots 7 and 8 in 8-dot Braille. The BraillePen Slim works with iOS VoiceOver, Talks, BrailleBack, Mobile Acc

Braillephone

The Braillephone is a portable braille telephone device designed for use by individuals who are deaf blind. This device can be used for telephone communication or it can be used for face-to-face communication between a person who is deaf blind and any other person using a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) or deaf relay service. In addition, the system is designed to enable those who are deaf blind to access most computer systems running DOS- or Windows-based software, as well as Inter

Brailleplace

BraillePlace is a braille printer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This interpoint embosser has a print speed of 300 characters per second and is designed for use in braille publishing. It can print lines 45 characters wide using Library of Congress spacing, with 27 lines per page maximum. It connects to any computer through the parallel or serial ports, and has keypad controls with ET Speaks to vocalize controls and do other audio tasks. Braille can be printed i

Brailletouch

BrailleTouch is a braille input program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables a person to type words into an Apple iPhone or iPod Touch in braille rather than using the standard touchscreen keyboard. BrailleTouch features a split keyboard design based on the layout of the braille cell. Dots 1, 2, and 3 are arranged vertically on the left side while dots 4, 5, and 6 are arranged in the same way on the right side of the screen. The curr

Braillewriting Dot By Dot (Models 5-17400-00 & 7-17400-00)

Braillewriting Dot by Dot is a braille writing program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This training program provides instruction in writing braille with either a braillewriter or a slate and stylus. The kit includes a Teacher's Manual with ten basic lessons in each writing method and three Beyond the Basics lessons; an Exercise Cassette with dictation exercises; an Alphabet Etc. braille reference sheet; and a Peg Slate and Big Cell teaching device for the slate

Braillino

Braillino is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This notetaker has a 20-character braille display with two Triple Action keys and an eight-key braille keyboard. It can be used independently or connected by a docking station to the Nokia Communicator, models 9210i or 9290 (see separate entry), a cell phone / personal data assistant (PDA). When the notetaker is connected to the Communicator, the latter can be controlled using the notetaker's brail

Braillo 200

The Braillo 200 is a Braille printer that can print six and eight dot braille at 200 cells per second. A liquid crystal display indicates the page count. Operator controls include form feed, reset, and paper stop. The printer may be connected directly to a paper cutter. The page lenths and line length are both adjustable; the maximum line length is 42 characters. DIMENSIONS: 22.62 x 25.74 x 33.93 inches. WEIGHT: 320 pounds.

Braillo 400 S

The Braillo 400 S is a braille printer that can print six and eight dot braille at 400 cells per second. A liquid crystal display indicates the page count. Operator controls include form feed, reset, and paper stop. The printer may be connected directly to a paper cutter. The page lenths and line length are both adjustable; the maximum line length is 42 characters. DIMENSIONS: 48.36 x 26.13 x 39.78 inches. WEIGHT: 530 pounds.

Braillo 400 Sr Embosser

The Braillo 400 SR Embosser is a Braille printer designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The Braillo 400 SR Embosser reduces paper costs because it uses paper rolls up to 40 inches in diameter rather than standard continuous fanfold paper. Paper widths from four to fourteen inches are accepted. Once the paper is brailled, a built-in paper cutter cuts the paper and releases it to the stacker. When the stacker reaches its1000-sheet capacity, a sensor stops the machine so the

Braillo 440 Sw

Braillo 400 SW is a braille printer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This printer is designed for large volume production of braille. It prints simultaneously on both sides of the paper at a rate of 440 characters per second continuous printing. It uses standard paper rolls up to one meter in diameter, and can print two or four page sheets with a maximum sheet length of 13 inches. It has a built in paper cutter and a stacking unit for handling large format braill

Brailon

Brailon is a plastic sheet for use with thermoform machines for individuals who are blind. The paper has a matte surface, and is non-toxic, moisture proof and classroom safe. It is available in regular, heavy and extra heavy thicknesses and can be three-hole and 19-hole punched. DIMENSIONS: Thickness is regular: .005 inch, thick: .008 inch and extra thick: .01 inch. Paper sizes vary from 8.5 x 11 inches to 13-7/8 x 18-5/8 inches.

Brailon Plastic, 3-Hole Punch Or 19-Hole Punch

Brailon Plastic Paper is plastic braille notebook filler paper available in 3-hole punch (no. 1-04690-00) or 19-hole punch (no. 1-04630-00). DIMENSIONS: Both the 3 and the 19-hole punch are 11.5 x 11 inches (500 sheets).

Brain Scanning Speller

-- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype a brain-scanning speller for individuals who have communication or neurological disabilities or have experienced stroke or brain injury. Researchers at Maastricht University in the Netherlands have developed a device that provides people who are completely unable to speak or move at all with a means to communicate. The device builds upon previous work using functional magnetic imaging (fMRI) technology. FMRI is a non-invasive technique that m

BridgeBuilderAAC App

BridgeBuilderAAC App gives nonverbal individuals the ability to build phrases pictographically and convert them to audible speech. Gives nonverbal children and adults the ability to build phrases and sentences pictographically, which are converted to audible speech. It features a 1,500 word vocabulary and exclusive symbol set library that is easy to navigate and fun to use. BridgeBuilderAAC is designed for users who are capable of making simple selections on a touch screen for every day wants an

Bright Field Magnifiers (Models 1420 To 1422, 1425, 1435, 1436)

Bright Field magnifiers, models 1420, 1421, 1422, 1425, 1435 and 1436, are magnifiers designed to look like a paper weight for individuals who have low vision. They provide distortion free magnification and have calculated light guidance that directs all possible illumination onto the object. This provides a brighter field of view without an additional light source. The lenses for all models are made of optical quality glass and provide 2x magnification. The rims are matte edge except model 1421

Bright Line Reading Guide (Models 1-03060-00 & 1-03061-00)

The Bright Line Reading Guide is a line marker designed for use by individuals with low vision. This tool can be placed over text to highlight, eliminate glare, and promote maximum contrast. The guide provides a black reference line that helps the reader keep his or her place on the page. The guide is three-hole punched for placement in a binder, and can be cut to any size. Each guide comes in a vinyl protective pouch. DIMENSIONS: 10 inches long. COLORS: Yellow (model 1-03060-00) or pink (model

Brightstar Reader

BrightStar Reader is an online reading tutorial program designed to improve reading for individuals with dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyspraxia with reading deficits, or visual attention deficit disorder (ADD). The program works much like an Internet game. In eight 12-minute sessions over the course of 8 weeks, the program is designed to make reading more fluent and more focused, improving recognition of sight words. The program also improves hand-eye coordination a

Brilliance Audiobooks

Brilliance Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The book list focuses on popular fiction and non-fiction titles. Books are recorded on tape, compact disc, or MP3-CD, and published at the same time as the print edition. Books are offered in a selection of categories, including children, business, classics, poetry, fiction, mystery, thrillers, suspense, romance, science fiction, fantasy, faith-based fiction and non-fiction, young adult, an

British Sign Language / American Sign Language Translator

The British Sign Language / American Sign Language Translator is a sign language program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard or hearing. This computer program translates any of 1,000 words between four languages: British Sign Language (video), American Sign Language (video), British English (text), and American English (text). When a word is typed in or chosen from a list, the translation appears in the other three languages.

Brown Glaze Paper, 3-Hole Punch

Brown Glaze Paper, 3-hole Punch, is braille heavy-weight notebook filler paper. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 inches (150 sheets), 9 x 12 inches (125 sheets), 11 x 11 inches (115 sheets), or 11.5 x 11 inches (110 sheets).

Brown Slate And Stylus (Model 1-00170-00)

The Brown Slate and Stylus, no. 1-00170-00, is designed for writing Braille for individuals who are visually impaired. The slate's back can be opended to allow for reading the Braille without having to remove the paper from the frame. The slate is made of metal and features 4 lines of 28 cells each. DIMENSIONS: 8 3/8 x 2.25 inches.

Btc Audiobooks

BTC Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Titles include classic and contemporary Canadian writing by authors such as Stephen Leacock, W.O. Mitchell, Jane Urquhart, George Elliott Clarke, Alice Munro, Margaret Atwood, and Mordechai Richler. More than forty titles are currently available, encompassing readings, poetry, and dramatizations in both CD and cassette tape format.

Bubble Bear

The Bubble Bear is a respiratory training activity designed for use with children with breathing, speech, or oral motor disabilities. Squeezing the belly of this plastic bear causes a plastic bubble wand to pop out of the bear's hat to create cascades of bubbles, encouraging breathing control and oral motor activities.

Bubcap Pro For Ipad

BubCap Pro is a designed to deter users such as toddlers, individuals with autism, ADHD and intellectual disabilities from pressing the home button during an activity on an iPad, iPod Touch and iPod. BubCaps are small aluminum tabs that self-adhere to the cover of the home button on the device. When the aluminum tab is in place, the home button cannot be pressed directly to exit an application. To access the home button, parents, instructors or therapists can use a pen point through the small

Bulb Shaped Grips

The Bulb Shaped Grips are pencil holders designed for use by individuals with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. These bulb-shaped soft plastic grips slip on to any standard size pen or pencil and have three sides for finger placement. This design provides comfortable finger positioning and prevents the writing utensil from rolling. COLOR: Blue.

Bump Dots for Visually Impaired

The Bump Dots for Visually Impaired is an accessibility product designed for those individuals who are visually impaired to see the keys on their keyboard or on everyday items such as microwave, remote controls, telephone keypads, dryer, washer, copiers, printers, small appliance controls and switches. Soft self-adhesive protectors will quickly and easily attach to any surface. Made in the United States of America.

Burns Braille Transcription Dictionary

The Burns Braille Transcription Dictionary, by Mary F. Burns, is a braille dictionary designed for use by producers of braille text for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This handbook is a reference tool for checking print-to-braille and braille-to-print meanings and symbols. It provides the braille alphabet, contractions, punctuation, and signs and symbols for braille, as well as brief descriptions of rules for their use. The handbook is organized into four sections aimed at providi

Business Cards For Learning Braille

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To help a first grade Braille student learn to read and spell Braille words. To convert an unused business card to this purpose, punch a hole in the top left corner and cut off the upper right corner of the card. Then, braille and print the word to be learned on the card. Finally, attach the card to a metal ring by putting the ring through the hole in the upper left corner. The ring can be attached to the student's bookbag. TITLE: Business Cards for Learning Bra

Busy Fingers™ Gel Fidget

Busy Fingers™ Gel Fidget is a fidget toy designed for children with autism, with sensory integration disorder, or any child who has trouble paying attention or sitting still. Use when stressed, bored or seeking sensory input. Has the added benefit of it helping to boost their concentration and focus as well as fine motor skills and fine motor strengthening. Can be kept in a backpack or parent’s bag and used at home, school, clinic, or while riding in a car. For ages 3 and up. DIMENSIONS: 5.5 inc

Button Pusher / Page Turner

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with limited hand or finger control to push buttons or turn pages. To make this device, a dowel is measured and cut into 5.5-inch sections. A quarter-inch hole is drilled one-half-inch deep at the midpoint of a section of the dowel. The unsharpened lead end of the pencil is pushed into the hole and glued, if necessary. MATERIALS: 0.75-inch diameter dowel, unsharpened pencil with eraser, and glue (optional). TOOLS: Drill with a quarter-inc

Button Sensory Bottle

The Button Sensory Bottle is a homemade sensory bottle used for fine and gross motor play, as well as education, for children to develop these skills through sensory integration. This homemade sensory bottle is made of an empty water bottle with a clear bottle of hair gel and multi-colored buttons.

Button-Mate

The Button-Mate is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors and individuals with disabilities who are at risk for health emergencies. The system includes wireless neceklace and wrist help buttons and a receiver that plugs into an existing push-button call system (not included). The alarm system can then be activated by the call-button or by the Button-Mate wireless necklace and wrist Help Buttons. The system includes a Y-adapter with a 0.25-inch jack for insertion into the call syst

C-Pen ReaderPen

The C-Pen ReaderPen is a portable, pocket-sized device that reads text out aloud with an English, human-like digital voice. Anyone learning English or for those with reading difficulties such as dyslexia can benefit from using the C-Pen. To use the C-Pen, simply pass the nib across a word and it instantly displays the definition and reads it aloud. It is also a scanner that captures lines of text that can be uploaded to a PC or Mac. 

C-Speak Aphasia

C-Speak Aphasia is a language tutorial program designed for use by adults with aphasia. The program provides a complete set of boards for use with Boardmaker, Boardmaker Plus, or Boardmaker with Speaking Dynamically Pro version 5 or higher. Pictures are selected on screen and combined to create a message which can be written or spoken. Little or no reading comprehension or spelling ability is required. Some boards are designed to be customized for the individual. The program includes a training

C.l.a.s.s.

C.L.A.S.S. (Complete Language Approach to Social Skills) is a personal skills and safety awareness tutorial program designed for children who have cognitive or learning disabilities or autism. This program can be used to teach social skills and personal safety. The program's Ready-to-use Picture-Assisted Reading and Writing materials and activities provide repeated interactions with the concepts promoting internalization and generalization. This software has two separate units available for purc

Cal-Tac Notecard

CAL-tac Notecards are braille greeting cards designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Each card has a tactile illustration with a caption in grade II braille, and space to add an individual message using a brailler, slate, typewriter, or single feed braille printer. The illustration is embossed on a soft white plastic sheet that fits into a firm card stock backing. A white envelope is also included. Designs currently available include six balloons (CONGRATULATIONS); sno

Califone 2924AV Deluxe Mono Headphones with Replaceable Straight Cord

Califone 2924AV Deluxe Mono Headphones with Replaceable Straight Cord are designed for individuals with deaf and hard of hearing disabilities to use in listening centers and during literacy, English Language Learning and English Language Development activities. Around-ear ambient noise reducing earcups deliver maximum protection against exterior sounds. A versatile classroom, language lab or library headphone. Replaceable, cleanable ear cushions for multiple users. Adjustable headband with comfo

Califone Disposable Earcup Covers For 2810 Headphone, 12 Pairs

Califone Disposable Earcup Covers For 2810 Headphone, 12 Pairs are designed for those individuals with deaf and hard of hearing disabilities to use in high-use school settings such as classroom listening centers, libraries, computer labs, and in English Language Learning and English Language Development activities. They fully enclose the ear cushions of the headphone, helping to keep the headphone clean and improve hygiene. The earpad covers also help deflect perspiration in hot, humid condition

Call Alert

Call Alert is a telephone signal indicator designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The device alerts the user to an incoming telephone call by flashing a lamp connected to it when the phone rings. The unit functions regardless of whether the lamp is switched on or off. Standard features include a long cord and a lamp control switch.

Call Bell (Model 34500)

The Call Bell, model 34500, is a call signal designed for use by individuals with severe physical or mobility disabilities or spinal cord injury. This device that sends out a tone when activated by a single switch connected to the jack on the Call Bell. Momentary contact triggers one tone of pre-determined length. Volume can be increased with the addition of a nine-volt battery. DIMENSIONS: 4 x 2 x 1 inches. WEIGHT: 8 ounces.

Call Button

---- DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --------- PURPOSE: To create a do-it-yourself call button device for an individual with disabilities to use to alert or call their care giver. A simple, effective, and reasonably cheap solution for a remote switch can be made using a battery powered, wireless door bell chime. The bell button should be placed in a location accessible to the user and the chime placed where it can be heard by the attendant. The chime is distinctive and loud enough to work in noisy areas. T

Call Buzzer

The Call Buzzer is a call signal designed to gain caregiver attention for individuals with disabilities who need to summon assistance. Depressing the plate on the top of the device causes a buzzer to sound. The device has a bright plate on a dark base for contrast to assist individuals with visual disabilities. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 8 inches.

Call-For-Assistance

Call-For-Assistance produces either auditory or visual output as a signal for assistance. Call-For-Assistance requires .17 grams of force for activation, or may be activated by use of a switch. The device can be mounted to a wheelchair. The price of Call-For-Assistance ranges from $40 to $60, depending on the size, type of activation, and type of output desired--features that need to be specified when ordering. POWER: 9 volt battery. DIMENSIONS: 4.75 x 2.5 x 1.063 inches.

Cameleon

The Cameleon is a voice output communication aid and environmental control unit designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This dynamic communication aid provides synthesized speech from simple messages to complex sentences, using symbols, text, or both. It has a large, bright screen that can display symbols from a range of communication libraries and languages, as well as pictures from digital cameras and other sources. Input options include a mouse, keyboard, sw

Cameleon Campac 2

Cameleon CamPac 2 is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. The system is based around a standard notebook computer with the addition of a voice synthesizer and amplified speaker. It comes with a standard notebook software bundle including Windows, and works with the manufacturer's standard communication software and vocabularies. POWER: Uses separate batteries for the amplifier and notebook computer. Additional batteries are available.

Can-Do Cassette Player / Recorder With Sleep Switch

The Can-Do Cassette Player/Recorder with Sleep Switch is a four track cassette player designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. It plays both four- and two-track cassettes and records two-track cassettes. The sleep switch turns the player off when the user falls asleep listening. The user holds the switch in one hand, and on falling asleep the user releases the switch. When not needed, the sleep switch can be deactivated. The user can listen to cassettes with or without the i

Candy Corn Switch

The Candy Corn Switch is a proximity sensor switch for people unable to physically operate traditional switches. It activates without the user having to physically touch the switch (within 1 centimeter of the switch). Features beeping sound for auditory cues.

Canvas Pyramid Pillow

The Canvas Pyramid Pillow is a bookholder and a support for tablet computers and e-readers designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. The pillow can be used on a lap, desk, or floor. It is tapered and topped with a loop, offering a variety of surfaces and storage. One side has a rolled edge at the bottom for propping an iPad, eReader, tablet or book. A screen cleaning cloth is included. The pillow also features pockets on three sides to hold pens,

Captel 840

The CapTel 840 is a captioned telephone for people with hearing disabilities. This phone is designed specifically to interact with the CapTel Captioning Service to display a realtime transcript of each conversation on a screen located just above the number key pad. Users who subscribe to the CapTel Captioning Service place each call in the same way as dialing a traditional phone. As the user dials an outgoing call, the phone automatically connects to the Captioning Service. When the other party

Captel 840I

The CapTel 840i is a captioned telephone for people with hearing disabilities. This phone is designed specifically to interact with the CapTel Captioning Service to display a realtime transcript of each conversation on a screen located just above the number key pad. Users who subscribe to the CapTel Captioning Service place each call in the same way as dialing a traditional phone. As the user dials an outgoing call, the phone automatically connects to the Captioning Service. When the other party

CapTel 880i

The CapTel 880i is designed for people with some degree of hearing loss.he Captioned Telephone, or CapTel, works like any other telephone with one important addition: It displays every word the caller says throughout the conversation. CapTel phone users can listen to the caller, and can also read the written captions in the CapTel's bright display window. Features a large, highe-resolution 10 inch window with adjustable font sizes, styles and colors, adjustable volume control, phone book, speed

CaptionCall 67TB Amplified Captioned Phone

The CaptionCall 67TB Amplified Captioned Phone displays captions of what callers say on a large touch screen. This product is intended to be used by people who are hard of hearing or who have hearing loss. It features a 95-decibel ringer and a 7-inch screen with adjustable text sizes. The device can store up to 200 contacts with photos.

Captioncall Telephone

Caption Call is a 40dB amplified telephone for people with hearing loss that displays captions of what callers say on a large, easy-to-read touchscreen. CAPTIONCALL IS AVAILABLE FOR THE U.S. ONLY. What you need: Hearing loss necessitating your use of the service. High speed Internet connection. Standard home phone connection. CaptionCall Telephone Features: This state-of-the-art yet surprisingly simple telephone empowers you to communicate more confidently with friends, family, or coworkers. The

Carbon Monoxide Detector With Transmitter (Model Sc896T)

The Carbon Monoxide Detector with Transmitter, model SC896T, is a carbon monoxide detector designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The system includes a Macuro Gas Detector and a transmitter that is plugged into it. A silent call receiver alerts the user to carbon monoxide in the area. POWER: Uses 110 volts. WARRANTY: 1 year.

Carbon Monoxide Detectorstrobe & Carbon Monoxide Detector With Transmitter

The Carbon Monoxide Detector with Transmitter is designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This 110-volt Macuro Gas Detector is adapted to enable a transmitter to be plugged into it. When the detector is activated, it will activate the transmitter to signal a personal receiver (not included; see separate entries for Silent Call receivers). The strobe unit will activate the included strobe light. WARRANTY: One year.

Care Trak Mobile Locator

The Care Trak Mobile Locator is a wireless signal transmitter and wandering patient system designed for use by caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or cognitive, neurological, or mobility disabilities. It can also be used by law enforcement or emergency response personnel to locate a lost person. This portable device can be used alone or with the Care Trak Sentry Perimeter System (see separate entry) to locate an individual wearing a Care Trak Wrist Transmitter (see separate entry)

Care Trak Wrist Transmitter

The Care Trak Wrist Transmitter is a wireless signal transmitter designed for use by caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or cognitive, neurological, or mobility disabilities in a clinical setting. This portable device is worn on the wrist or ankle. The transmitter, which is water resistant, puts out a silent constantly pulsating radio signal. The unit consists of three components - the transmitter, a plastic transmitter case, and a band that attaches to the case. Three types of ba

Caref GPS Phone Watch

Caref is designed for children with cognitive, physical and mental disabilities. Is a GPS built inside a watch; intended to track location and facilitate contact with the child in case of an emergency. Using an app (My Caref) the watch has the capability to send and receive calls. The GPS assistance tracks locations within 3 meters or ten feet. It is equipped with a SOS button that sends locations and calls the numbers on list (after programing it) that will continue to call until someone answer

Caregard Personal Emergency Response System (Model 80-737)

CareGard Personal Emergency Response System, model 80-737, is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors, people with mobility or balance disabilities, or individuals at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a wireless panic button and a table-mounted panel with an integrated two-way voice module. In addition to the panic button, the system can also support up to 24 wireless sensors, GE Interlogix repeaters, and remote phone control. POWER: The panel uses household current

Caregiver Call Signal

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To provide a means for an individual with severe phyical disabilities to summon a caregiver. This device was created using a doorbell chime with a remote control. The chime unit is carried by the caregiver and the remote is used by the individual summoning assistance. Because the individual did not have enough finger strength to press the button on the remote, a socket with a long cord was attached to the remote and connected to a large, soft button that was accessibl

Carex Enablers Magnifying Glass (Model En34Crd)

The Enablers Magnifying Glass, model EN34CRD, is a hand magnifying glass designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a rectangular lens and a triangular handle and is small enough to carry in a pocket or a purse. DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 4 x 3/8 x 2-3/4 inches.

Caring Responders

Caring Responders is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk of incapacitating accidents. It provides a wireless alert system that allows the user to summon help in case of a household accident or emergency by touching a button worn around the neck or wrist or on a belt. Responders will alert family members, neighbors, and emergency services. The system has three key parts: a panic button, a base unit, and a R

Carousel Communicator (Model 429)

The Carousel Communicator, model 429, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The unit spins to enable the user to locate the desired message. The device offers seven messages on one level and with 37 seconds of recording time per switch. Messages can be recorded and re-recorded at the touch of a button. POWER: Uses four AA batteries (not included). OPTIONS: A set of 35 icon holders (Model 428-I - $29.95) that attach to the unit with Ve

Carrying Aids For Wheelchair

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with quadriplegia to keep essential items at hand while in his wheelchair. Three carrying aids were made and attached the left arm of the wheelchair. The first was a carrying pouch for a cell phone. Made of metal, the pouch is lined with vinyl to protect the phone from damage. The second was a small, flat metal tray to carry the remote control for operating the front door. Also added to the arm was a pocket made of vinyl to carry the hadset for

Carson MiniBrite LED Lighted Pocket Magnifier PO-55 - 5x

The Carson MiniBrite LED Lighted Pocket Magnifier PO is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device comes equipped with a built-in bright LED light. The sharp, distortion-free view is due to its crystal-clear acrylic aspheric lens. Aspheric lenses provide a clear image with no blurring and virtually no distortion. The MiniBrite is a handy tool for those with low vision and is excellent for reading everyday items. The MiniBrite LED Pocket Magnifier is compact enough to fit in your

Casio Phonemate

The Casio Phonemate is cordless amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone features a hearing-aid compatible handset, a built-in amplifier that amplifies incoming calls up to 16 decibels (dB), a flashing LED to alert the user to incoming calls, caller identification (ID) with name and number display, caller ID call waiting display, speakerphone capability, two-line capacity, display and dial telephone numbers, and a 20-station autodialer. This phone a

Cassette Circulation / Storage Container (Models 1-02620-00 & 1-02630-00)

The Cassette Circulation/Storage Container is a talking book mailing container designed for use by indivduals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This plastic container can be used to mail talking book cassettes. Models are available to hold either four (model 1-02620-00) or six (model 1-02630-00) cassettes. Snap-shut plastic straps hold the box closed. On the front there is a slot that holds an address card. The back is embossed with "Free Matter for the Blind or Handicap

Cassette Labeling Slate (Model 23-0351-9) & Cassette Labels (Model 23-4151-9)

The Cassette Labeling Slate, model 23-0351-9, is a braille slate designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision as a braille labeler for cassettes. This braille slate is designed for use with Cassette Labels, model 23-4151-9, which are made of clear adhesive tape. The slate has two full rows of 14 cells on the top and bottom lines. The second and third lines have two cells at each margin. Cassette Labels are sold in a package of 25 labels.

Cctv

DO IT YOURSELF PURPOSE: To enable an individual with low vision to use a telvision as a CCTV. A camera from a baby monitor or security system is adapted by placing it on a loupe magnifier with a stand. The magnifier can then be moved over the page to be read and the sytem connected to the television to show the material on the screen. MATERIALS: Video monitoring system, loupe magnifier with stand (8x used), and television. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. TITLE: Home Made CCTV with no Internal Modific

CD Dots

DO IT YOURSELF PURPOSE: To provide large braille dots for games, teaching activities, and bulletin boards. Use damaged, advertising, or obsolete CD disks for braille enhancement activities. Place disks on a sheet of black paper to enhance contrast and ask questions such as "How many letters can be made using only two dots?" or "How many letters can be made with four dots?" More advanced activities might include presenting a specific set of CD Dots and asking how many contractions can be made. Th

Ce225 Portable Telephone Amplifier

The CE225 Portable Telephone Amplifier is a handset amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This amplifier is designed for use with corded telephones. The CE225 connects to the telephone base and the handset plugs into the amplfier. It amplifies sound going into the handset up to 28 decibels (dB). The CE225 features Clarity Power technology, which makes calls louder, clearer and easy to understand. POWER: Uses two AAA batteries.

Ce50 Hearitmobile Bluetooth Neckloop

The CE50 HearItMobile Bluetooth Neckloop is a telephone handset amplifier and cell phone amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This unit increases incoming sounds over 30 decibels (dB). The t-coil enabled, hearing aid compatible device is compatible with most cellular, corded and cordless phones. Standard features include a 3.5-millimeter headphone jack, built-in microphone, and quick release for safety and ease-of-use. POWER: Uses one rechargeable battery with 14 ho

Cell Phone And Mini Keyboard Extension Holder

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with use of only one arm to dial a cell phone and type on its mini keyboard extension. A holder in the shape of the phone and its extension was cut out of plywood, with an additional strip of wood at the sides and bottom to hold the phone in place. A strap with a pull-tight Velcro fastener was attached to the holder. The strap wraps around the user's arm and when the arm rests on a table or other surface, the phone and keyboard are steady for us

Cellular Pen Vibrator

The Cellular Pen Vibrator is a telephone signal designed for use with cellular phones by individuals who are hard of hearing. When placed within one meter of a cellular phone, this pen-shaped device converts the ringing tone of the phone to vibrations to aslert the user that the phone is ringing. The device is equipped with a pocket clip. POWER: Uses two UM-5 batteries (included). The unit has a low battery alert function.

Central Alert Mini Notification System

The Central Alert Mini Notification System is designed for individuals who are hearing impaired or deaf. It is extra loud and bright when it flashes, alerting the user to a doorbell ringer, a text, or a call. It has a CentralAlert Cell Phone Ringer/Flasher, a Wireless Doorbell, Alerts to incoming phone calls and texts. As well, the Central Alert Mini Notification System has alerts to Skype and FaceTime calls and a loud ringer and bright flasher alerts. In addition, the product has a backup batte

Centralalert Wireless Notification System (Model Ca360 [Ca-1001])

The CentralAlert Wireless Notification System, model CA360 [CA-1001], is a wireless signal system and sound monitor designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This is an all-in-one notification system for home use. It alerts the user to all the daily sounds in a home, such as alarm clock, door knocking, phone ringing, and alarm sound from audio alarms, warnings from motion detectors, and storm warning from NOAA radio (some functions require optional accessories). The Centra

Chang Tactual Diagram Kit (Model 1-03130-00)

The Chang Tactual Diagram Kit, model 1-03130-00, is a tactile map skills training kit designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This tactile aid enables teachers of orientation & mobility and other curricula to construct diagrams and maps using brightly colored plastic pieces that adhere to a dark felt board covered with hook and loop material. The kit includes flat geometric forms in 27 different shapes and sizes (104 total), a print instructoral guidebook, and a carryi

Chatbox & Chatbox-Dx

ChatBox and ChatBox-DX are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Usefull for beginners because the vocabulary can be customized and reprogrammed as the user's needs change, each device can be accessed directly via the keyboard or through single-switch scanning, and multiple overlays can be used to create up to four custom vocabularies. These products use Minspeak so that symbols are used to represent words, sentences, or phrases. The user

Chatbox 40

ChatBox 40 is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This voice output device speaks pre-recorded messages when the user presses buttons on the adjustable keyboard display. The unit also supports switch scanning options for individuals who are unable to press buttons. The keyboard display supports 10 large keys or 40 standard-sized keys, with ten levels of messages. Single-switch, dual-switch, and joystick scanning

Chatbox 40-Xt

ChatBox 40-XT is a direct selection, scanning, and keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This sturdy voice-output device speaks pre-recorded (digitized) or synthesized messages when the user presses buttons on its alphabetic/symbolic keyboard, which has 40 keys with 10 levels for a total of 400 messages. The device has 30 minutes of recording time, and supports single-switch, dual-switch, and joystick scanning, with auditory prompts for

Chatpc-4

ChatPC-4 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities or cerebral palsy. The unit has a color touch screen dynamic display that allows hundreds of communication pages to be linked together to meet the user’s communication needs for home, school, work, and other situations. The number of buttons on a page can be customized, along with the size, color, background, symbol, font, label, message, and action of each button. Vocabulary can

Chatpc-Silk

ChatPC-Silk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable dynamic touchscreen device allows hundreds of communication pages to be linked together to meet an individual’s communication needs for home, school, work and other situations in his/her life. The unit comes preinstalled with PalmChat, a generative, core word vocabulary, as well as other vocabulary files and page sets. Vocabulary can be added, and the size, colo

Chatter Phone (Model Pvc-C)

The Chatter Phone, model PVC-C, is a speech teaching device designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have dysarthria, communication or speech disabilities. This personal voice enhancer provides articulation feedback. One end of the tube is placed next to the mouth as the user speaks, and the other end is placed next to the ear.

Chattervox

The Chattervox is a speech amplifier designed for use by individuals with weak voices or low-volume speech. This compact personal amplification system provides 15 decibels (dB) of amplification and has only one simple control, an on/off/volume control. A headset microphone is included. POWER: The system uses a 9-volt nickel metal-hydride battery for 14 hours of continuous talking; a charger is included. Six double-A batteries can be substituted. OPTIONS: Belt extender; collar microphone; headset

Cheap Talk 4 Inline With 12 Levels (Models 3054 & 3412)

The Cheap Talk 4 In-line with 12 Levels, model 3054 and 3412 are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Both models are in an in-line configuration and offer 5 seconds per message of recording time over 12 levels. Each level has four messages providing a total of 48 messages. Messages can be recorded and re-recorded as needed. Both models are activated by pressing one of the four icon squares (icons not included). Basic features include o

Cheap Talk 4 Square Communicators (Models 1392, 6392)

Cheap Talk 4 Square Communicators, model 1392 and 6392, are direct selection communicators designed to provide voice communication for persons with communication disabilities. This communicator enables users to speak up to four phrases (up to 5 seconds in length each) that are permanently stored until re-recorded. Both models are square, with two squares in each of two rows. The device can be activated either by pressing a square or using connected switches (not included). Model 6392 come with a

Cheap Talk 8 1-Level Communicator Direct (Models 1338, 1391, 6338, & 6391)

Cheap Talk 8 1 Level Communicators Direct, models 1391, 6338, and 6391, are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The communicators offer eight, 37.5-second messages that can be recorded as often as required. Each message is assigned to a square on top of the device and each square features a removable plastic cover to hold a word or picture (not included) to identify the message. Model 1391 is a direct selection device which activates a

Cheap Talk 8 Advanced 6-Level Communicators (Models 2391 & 2392)

Cheap Talk 8 Advanced 6-Level Communicators, models 2391 and 2392, are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. These six-level communicators have an easy level changer feature. One message square is dedicated to changing levels. A therapist or teacher records the name of each level and the user simply pushes the level changer icon to hear and select desired level. The unit stores up to 48 6-second messages including the level chan

Cheaper Speak 8

The Cheaper Speak 8 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The device enables the user to speak one of eight pre-recorded messages simply by pressing one of the eight colored squares; pictures, symbols, or words may be inserted on the squares to identify the message. Messages are stored permanently until re-recorded and they may be re-recorded as often as necessary. This device is also available with a .25-inch or a 1/8-inch jacks ($13

Check Writing Guide (Model 163733)

Template for filling in necessary information on a standard 3 3/4 by 6 inch check.

Checkpoint Identity Series

Checkpoint Identify Series is designed for use for children who are nonverbal or unable communicate their name, allergies or any additional information. Each product has a text code and QR code. When a first responder texts the product’s unique code, the user’s medical information is instantly retrieved. At the same time, the first responder’s cell phone number is sent to the user’s emergency contact for quick communication between the emergency contact and the first responder at the scene. The

Chest Resting Lighted Magnifier

The Chest Resting Lighted Magnifier is a magnifying lens with neck strap and light designed for individuals with low vision. It features a round, distortion-free magnifying lens with 6x magnification. The light is designed to illuminate the entire magnified area and has a heavy-duty on/off switch. This magnifier comes with an adjustable neck cord and soft legs that allow the device to rest on the chest. DIMENSIONS: The magnifying lens is 4 inches in diameter.

Chest Resting Magnifier

The Chest Resting Magnifier is a hands free magnifier designed for individuals with low vision. This 2x magnification lens is mounted in clear plastic to prevent shadowing effects. It has an adjustable cord that wraps around the neck, and the base has two soft legs that rest on the chest. DIMENSIONS: The magnifier is 4 x 5 inches.

Childcraft Beginning Puzzles Alphabet and Numbers Set

Childcraft Melissa & Doug Alphabet And Numbers Puzzle Set is an educational toy designed for children with learning disabilities to play with. Has a classic wood puzzle that features the alphabet as well as numbers 0-9 with a big chunky piece that is good for smaller hands. It is designed to lift the number to expose a corresponding amount of items to count under it as well as lift a letter to find an item underneath beginning with that letter. Sold as 2 per set.

Children's Clothing Cards

Children's Clothing Cards are photo cards designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 34 cards can be used for matching, sorting, or communication and provides clear full-color photographs of various items of children's clothing, including sneakers, gloves, jeans, jackets, and more. DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 5 inches

Chipper

The Chipper is a single message, direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The Chipper can record messages up to 40 seconds long. It plays the recorded message when the button on the top of the unit is pressed or when a connected external switch is activated. The message is plays through the Chipper's speaker or through a connected external speaker. The unit has external switch and speaker jack jacks and adjustable volume, with relay/switch ou

Choice 4 Communicator (Model 1237)

The Choice 4 Communicator, model 1237, is a direct selection transitional communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This 12- level communicator with auditory cueing has space for four picture icons (not included) and a total of 300 seconds of recording time. Bright lights allow objects, photographs, or icons to be illuminated in sequence. The user has the choice of working with one field at a time or adding up to four fields by pressing two cells and

Choiceworks

Choiceworks is an app designed for use by children with communication, cognitive, or emotional disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) to help them complete daily routines and tasks.  It can be used to help students understand and control their feelings and to improve their patience. Caregivers, teachers, and therapists use this app with students to keep them on task and motivated. 

Choiceworks Visual Support System

Choiceworks is a personal skills tutorial program designed for use by children with communication, cognitive, or emotional disabilities disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder or Attention Deficit Disorder. This system is designed to help children complete daily routines and understand and control their feelings and waiting skills. The companion books (included) help teach children about their daily schedule, dealing with transitions and managing their feelings, making choices and demonstrating

Chrome Stand Magnifier

The Chrome Stand Magnifier is a magnifying lens with stand designed for use by individuals with low vision. This fully adjustable chrome stand magnifier allows detailed hands-free viewing of an object. Two knurled thumbscrews allow adjustments of the height, angle, and offset of the large precision ground glass magnifying lens. The stand has a heavy solid base with felt on the bottom. DIMENSIONS: The magnifying lens is 5 inches in diameter. The base is 10 inches tall and 5.25 inches in diameter

Cimo Can Spell

Cimo Can Spell is a voice output pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, speech, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) teaches a child 1,122 words. Most words can be sounded out using common phonics rules (i.e, grouped by short vowel, long vowel, Bossy R's and other vowel team words), and others do not follow those normal rules and must be memorized. This app also uses phonics to help the user learn new words b

Cimo Spelling (Sight Words)

Cimo Spelling (Sight Words) is a reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that teaches a combination of high frequency and sight words (from the Dolch Sight Word list). The list of 255 words was selected to cover words that a child encounters most often when learning to read (high frequency), including words that cannot be learned using pictures (sight wor

Cintex4

CINTEX4 is an environmental control unit designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This system enables the user to dial and answer the phone, control infrared devices such as televisions, VCRs, DVD’s, stereos, CD players, etc., and control appliances such as lights, fans, etc. using voice commands or switch input (an input program such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking Professional or a switch input program for keyboard emulation required, but not include

Circletime Tales

Circletime Tales is a language tutorial program designed to promote social interaction through computer animated stories and songs for children with physical or cognitive disabilities. It is a collection of three "hand-play" nursery rhymes using rhyming and repetition to teach basic concepts such as up and down, colors and counting. The program is constructed to work with Macintosh's Switch Interface or TouchWindow (see separate entry), a single switch, or a standard mouse; these controls allow

Circletime Tales Deluxe

Circletime Tales Deluxe is a language tutorial program on CD-ROM with accompanying learning materials designed to promote social interaction during group activities through three nursery rhymes for pre-school children. This animated computer program features pictures and text at the bottom of the screen. The text can be optionally highlighted word-by-word or phrase-by-phrase. The nursery rhymes include Eensy Weensy Spider, Mary Wore Her Red Dress and Five Little Ducks. English- and Spanish-speak

Circline Magnifier (Models 8Mc-100, 8Mc-150, 8Mc-200, 8Mc-250, & 8Mc-300)

The Circline Magnifier Lamp, models 8MC-100, 8MC-150, 8MC-200, 8MC-250, and 8MC-300, is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. The crown-optical glass lens is encircled by a 22-watt circline fluorescent tube (included) that sheds even, shadow-free light. The lens and lamp are mounted on a desk stand (8MC-100), a hinged arm with clamp (8MC-150 and 8MC-200), or a hinged arm on a rolling floor stand (8MC-250 and 8MC-300). All models are available with either a

Circulation Desk ADA Height Counter 33"H

The Circulation Desk ADA Height Counter 33"H is a reception desk designed to help wheelchair users sit ergonomically at the desk. This desk is 33 inches ADA height. Features matching PVC edges, dowel-pin construction, and reinforced heavy duty levelers.

Cjt Adjustable Floor Stand

The CTJ Adjustable Floor Stand is a mobile laptop/notebook computer or communication aid support designed for use by individuals with comunication disabilities, neurological disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This floor stand can accommodate almost any type of communication device or notebook computer. Its height-adjustable steel arm is supported by a carbon steel wheelbase with three swivel caster wheels for use on smooth surfaces and two locking casters to maintain the desired position. The

Cjt Comm Belt

The CJT Comm Belt is a carrying aid for communication aids designed for use by children or adults with communication or speech disabilities. This belt provides portability for alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices, enabling users to carry their devices with them at all times. When placed inside the belt, the weight of the communication device is evenly distributed around the user's lower hips and shoulders. It can be worn on in front or on the left or right side. The shoulder

Cjt Freedom Table Stand

The CJT Freedom Table Stand is a communication aid accessory designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. The stand can be used with alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices, notebook computers, or as a book holder. A flat, Y-shaped base provides added stability to prevent accidental tipping. Quick-release levers help position the unit for immediate use. Other features include 360-degree rotation of the multi-angle, flat table and a height-adjustabl

Cjt Super Eval Kit

The CJT Super Eval Kit is an assistive technology assessment system designed for use by therapists or assistive technology specialists in evaluating mounting systems. The kit contains four complete mounting systems and optional components. Mounting systems include the Profiler, ProLite, and Profiler Lite (see separate entries). Optional components include clamping bases, inserts, and mounting tools. The kit comes in a hard-shell case with an adjustable handle, wheels, and a security lock.

Cjt Tag-A-Long

The CTJ Tag-A-Long is a carrying aid for communicator or laptop/notebook computer support designed for use by individuals who use walkers. This tray attachment enables the user to mount a communication device or laptop computer to a reverse K-style walker without inhibiting the mobility or balance of the walker. The unit can be modified for carrying dual bags for personal belongings, small ventilators, or other items. The unit attaches to the rear of the walker using the TSP clamping system. It

Clamp On Mount

Clamp on Mount is a table-top mounting system designed to support AAC devices such as Dynavox V/Vmax, MyTobii P10 and other devices. It is height adjustable from approximately 0 to 180 millimeters and can be angled and repositioned. The Clamp on Mount has a Manfrotto Super Clamp base and Quick-Shift handles for quick and easy adjustment.

Clamp-On Table Top Mount

The Clamp-On Table Top Mount is a table mount for a communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed for use with ComLink handheld communicators (see separate entries), the system is lightweight and can be taken from class to class or room to room.

Clarity Alertmaster Al10

The Clarity AlertMaster AL10 is an all-in-one signal system designed to alert individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing to environmental sounds. The system uses a flashing lamp, bed shaker, and a panel of lights to alert the user(s) to different sounds, including a telephone ring, a doorbell, audio alarm devices, an alarm clock, a baby cry, someone entering the home, and loud room noises such as a smoke detector. The system features a wireless receiver which can be purchased separately, a 3.5-

Clarity Alertmaster Al11

The Clarity AlertMaster AL11 is a signal system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This system alerts the user to telephone calls and the doorbell by flashing visual alert indicators. These large, brightly lit icons and lights are sized and positioned for visibility from all sides. The system can also flash a connected lamp with a built-in lamp flasher for additional notification. Flashing patterns and backlit icons on the unit help the user distinguish between even

Clarity Alertmaster Al12

The Clarity AlertMaster AL12 is a visual signal system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This product is an accessory for the Clarity AlertMaster AL10 or Clarity AlertMaster AL11 alert system (see separate entries). When connected, it provides flashing lamp and icon notification anywhere within 80 feet of the AlertMaster AL10 and AlertMaster AL11 base units. The system has six indicator lights for six alerting functions: phone, door, clock, sound, alarm, and motion

Clarity Amplified Corded Phone (Model C1000)

The Clarity Amplified Corded Phone, model C1000, is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by people with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or who are hard of hearing or have low vision. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 26 decibels (dB) and the base offers adjustable ringer levels up to 95 dB. The phone features Clarity Power technology which makes word louder, clearer and easy to understand. Other features include large black buttons with white labels; a bright, f

Clarity Amplified Phone With Pictureperfect Dialing (Model P400)

The Clarity Amplified Phone with PicturePerfect Dialing, model P400, is a large button amplified telephone designed for individuals with upper extremity or cognitive disabilities, have low vision or are hard of hearing. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 26 decibels (dB) and offers adjustable ringer levels up to 75 dB. It features Clarity Power technology which makes words louder, clearer and easy to understand, and PicturePerfect Dialing, a nine-section programmable touch pad with a plac

Clarity Amplified Telephone With Talk Back Numbers (Model Jv35)

The Clarity Amplified Telephone with Talk Back Numbers, model JV35, is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by people with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or who are hard of hearing or have low vision. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 37 decibels (dB) and offers adjustable ringer levels up to 95 dB. The phone features Clarity Power technology which makes words louder, clearer and easy to understand. Other features include large black buttons with white and Brai

Clarity Amplified Telephone With Talk Back Numbers (Model Jv35W)

The Clarity Amplified Telephone with Talk Back Numbers, model JV35W, is a large button amplifier telephone designed for people who have fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or are hard of hearing or have low vision. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 37 decibels (dB) and offers adjustable ringer levels up to 95 dB. The phone features Clarity Power technology which makes words louder, clearer and easy to understand. Other features include large white buttons with black and Braille la

Clarity Amplified Trimline Phone (Model C200)

The Clarity Amplified Trimline Phone, model C200, is an amplified telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 26 decibels (dB) and features Clarity Power technology which makes words louder, clearer and easy to understand. It also features a bright visual ring indicator on the handset, loud ringer volume, and large, backlit keypad. The phone is hearing aid compatible and wall mountable. WARRANTY: One year limited warranty.

Clarity D704

The Clarity D704 is a large button amplified cordless telephone with speaker designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 40 decibels (dB) (20 times louder than a standard home phone) and offers four tone settings (bass, natural, treble 1 or treble 2). The phone features Clarity Power technology for amplification, DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) 6.0 technology for interference-free communication, high c

Clarity D714 Amplified Cordless Phone

The Clarity D714 Amplified Cordless Phone is a large button, cordless, amplifier telephone with speakerphone and answering machine, designed for use by individuals with vision, hearing, or mobility disabilities. This telephone amplifies incoming sound up to 40 decibels or 20 times louder than a standard home phone. It offers 4 tone settings to customize the user's listening experience. The handset utilizes DECT 6.0 technology for clear, interference-free communication that minimizes background n

Clarity D724

The Clarity D724 is a large button amplified cordless telephone with speaker designed for use by people who have cognitive or memory disabilities low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 40 decibels (dB) (20 times louder than a standard home phone). The phone features Clarity Power technology for amplification and DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication) 6.0 technology for interference-free communication. The Clarity D724's base has four PicturePerf

Clarity Dect6.0 Amplified Big Button Cordless Phone With Digital Answering Machine (Model C1)

The Clarity DECT6.0 Amplified Big Button Cordless Phone with Digital Answering Machine, model C1, is a large button amplified cordless telephone with speaker designed for use by people who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 40 decibels (dB) (20 times louder than a standard home phone). The phone features Clarity Power technology for amplification and DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) 6.0 technology for interference-free communicat

Clarity Pal (101)

The Clarity Pal (101) is an amplified, hearing aid compatible cellular phone with speaker designed for use by seniors and individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone amplifies incoming sound with adjustable tone control for a customized listening experience. The SOS one-touch emergency button on the back of the phone will set off an alarm when pressed for 2-3 seconds, and the phone will automatically make calls to the predefined emergency contacts (up to five numbers can be set) one by one.

Clarity Phone (Models 1000, 2000, 3000 And 4000)

The Clarity Telephone is an amplifier telephone designed with adjustable frequency range for individuals with high frequency hearing loss. Set the control to the frequency that is easiest to hear and hard to hear voices come through loud and clear. There are four models available. All models have the following features: visual ringer light; low-frequency ringer; hearing aid compatible; tone/pulse switch; desk/wall mountable; and increase volume to 25 dB. Model 1000 is the home version with mute,

Clarity Professional Xl40D

The Clarity Professional XL40D is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by people who are hard of hearing or have low vision. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), amplifies outgoing speech up to 15 dB, and offers four adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB. It also has large backlit buttons with white numbers on a dark background. The phone features 12 speed dial buttons; bright visual ringer with voicemail indicator; Digital Clarity Power technology that makes

Clarity Professional Xl45

The Clarity Professional XL45 is a large button amplifier telephone with large print display designed for use by people who are hard of hearing or have low vision. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), amplifies outgoing speech up to 15 dB, and offers four adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB. The phone features Digital Clarity Power technology that makes words louder, clearer and easy to understand; and ClarityLogic technology which allows a customer service representative

Clarity Professional Xlc2

The Clarity Professional XLC2 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speaker designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), amplifies outgoing speech up to 15 dB, and the base offers three adjustable ringer levels up to 95 dB. The phone features Digital Clarity Power technology for amplification, DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) 6.0 technology for in

Clarity Professional Xlc3.4

The Clarity Professional XLC3.4 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speaker designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), amplifies outgoing speech up to 15 dB, and the base offers four adjustable ringer levels up to 95 dB. The phone features Digital Clarity Power technology for amplification, DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) 6.0 technology for i

Clarity Symbol Set

The Clarity™ Symbol Set is a colorful symbol set from Liberator (a Prentke Romich Company) designed for children with communication disabilities to allow them to communicate easier with others. This symbol set comprises over 40,000 symbols covering all aspects of language use. Many of the symbols contain grammatical markers to help learners to develop language, syntax, and literacy skills. Clarity Symbols are rule driven and logical. Clarity supports education by providing 3D pictures of compute

Clarity Wr100 Extra Loud Phone Ringer

The Clarity WR100 Extra Loud Phone Ringer is a telephone signal amplifier designed to increase the volume of the ringer for individuals who are hard of hearing. This unit generates a ring up to 95 decibels (dB). It features bright visual ring indicator and adjustable ring tone. The WR100 has two telephone jacks on one end. A standard telephone cord is connected to the wall jack and one of the WR100 jacks, and a second cord connects from the WR100 to a telephone. Two telephone cords, 8 inches an

Claroread Plus

ClaroRead Plus is a voice output screen reader, optical character recognition, and audio file creation program designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities. Scanned documents are converted into Microsoft Word text, which can be read back immediately or saved. The program can also convert PDF files to Word format. Text is spoken as it is typed, and on-screen text can be read by highlighting sections and pressing Play. The program has five human-sounding voices: RealSpeak Daniel, Emi

Claroread Plus For Mac

ClaroRead Plus for Mac is a voice output screen reader and optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities. Designed for use with Microsoft Word, Safari, and other Mac applications, this program's toolbar for Microsoft Word allows the user to change the font size, spacing, and font and background color. Any word can be checked for definition and meaning with a single click on the toolbar. The Word Toolbar also features a homophone checking tool wh

Claroread Premium

ClaroRead Premium is a voice output screen reader, optical character recognition, concept mapping, and audio file creation program and accessibility software module designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities. This product includes ClaroRead Plus and Claro Mindfull together with a portable USB memory stick containing ClaroRead Standard (see separate entries). ClaroRead Standard runs directly from the memory stick on any personal computer (PC) without installing files. COMPATIBILIT

Claroread Standard Edition

ClaroRead Standard Edition is a voice output screen reader program designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities or dyslexia. Text is spoken as it is typed, enabling the user to check and proof-read writing. Text can also be spoken by highlighting sections and pressing "Play." Text is read in a human-sounding voice, either male (RealSpeak Daniel) or female (Emily or Jane). Pronunciations can be modified. Spoken words can be tracked on screen with user-selected highlighting colors. A

Classic Round Pendant Magnifier (Silver)

The Classic Round Pendant Magnifier (Silver) is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Round Shaped Silver Pendant magnifier is designed to read small print on menus, price tags and charge card receipts. Additionally, the magnifier is small, lightweight and suitable for traveling.

Classmate Reader

The ClassMate Reader audio book player is a voice output electronic text reader designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities or low vision. This unit reads electronic text and digital recorded books aloud and simultaneously displays text on its color screen. The user can highlight text and enter bookmarks by touching the screen. The user also can record text or voice notes within the text, and transfer them to a computer through a USB 2.0 port. It also can store and retrieve data f

Classroom Communication Kit (Model 9022K)

The Classroom Communication Kit, model 9022K, is a communication kit designed for use by teachers, speech therapists, and assistive technology experts within a classroom setting. This individual specialized kit offers materials for most classroom needs in the areas of social interaction, communication, and independence among students. The kit includes a Universal Icon Maker, Lighted Vibrating Mirror, Put-em-Arounds (set of 5), Put-em-Arounds 4 Messages, Big Talk Triple Pay-Red, Talk 4 with Leve

Classroom Suite Primary Skills Builders

The Classroom Suite Primary Skills Builders is an academic tutorial program for children with learning or cognitive disabilities. This add-on to the IntelliTools Classroom Suite (see separate entry)includes 12 customizable templates to create a variety of learning materials, including the following: accessible books that are easy to author with sounds and animation; math word problems with supported cuing and calculator for beginning addition and subtraction; comprehension tests that support stu

Classroom Suite Readingtutor

The Classroom Suite ReadingTutor is a reading tutorial program for children with learning or cognitive disabilities. This add-on to the IntelliTools Classroom Suite (see separate entry) covers all sight words on the Dolch pre-primer grade 2 list, as well as the 100 highest frequency words, focusing on phonemic awareness, phonics, and vocabulary through sight words as the basis of strong reading skills. It includes 398 activities that provide as much as 26 hours of sequenced, targeted instructio

Clear Clock Communicator (Model 1210)

The Clear Clock Communicator, model 1210, is a scanning communicator designed with clock face board and rotating dial for individuals who have difficulty communicating. This non-verbal communication device is operated by triggering the clock hand to sweep around and point to the desired picture, word, or object affixed to the clock face. This model has single or double switch capability. One switch moves the hand clockwise; the second switch moves it counter-clockwise. The transparent face of th

Clear Pocket Communication Easel (Models 032226 & 032227)

Clear Pocket Communication Easel is a communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This two-sided, portable easel has clear pockets in which pictures can be placed. The user can slip a picture out of one of the pockets or point to the picture to communicate a message. SIZES: Regular (model 032226) or Long (model 032227). DIMENSIONS (LxW): Model 032226 is 15.5 x 12 inches and model 032227 is 24 x 9 inches.

Clear View Magnifier

The Clear View Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. Available in round our rectangular models, this magnifier has a lightweight, see-through moulded design. The magnifier offers 2X magnification with a 6X power inset bifocal lens. DIMENSIONS: The lens on the rectangular model is 2 x 4 inches and the round lens is 3 inches in diameter.

Clear-View Head Pointer (Model 6000)

The Clear-View Head Pointer, model 6000, is a head pointer designed for use by individuals with spinal cord injury, upper extremity disabilities, or severe physical disabilities. The Clear-View Head Pointer projects out at jaw level, not at forehead level. Having the pointer extend out from jaw level places the pointer in closer proximity to the object being selected, requires minimal head movement, and does not interrupt the user's field of vision during use. The lightweight aluminum yoke can b

Clearnote Portable

The ClearNote Portable is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals who have low vision. Depending upon screen size, this unit can provide continuous magnification from 4x to 40x and the three-in-one foldable camera enables near, self and distance viewing. The camera enables the user to view a white board during a meeting, take notes from a lecture, or read printed reports while simultaneously accessing information on a personal computer. In addition, a 10x optical zoom enhances

Clearnote+

The ClearNote+ is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals who have low vision. Depending upon screen size, this unit can provide continuous magnification from 1.7x to 57x and the three-in-one camera enable near, self, and distance viewing. The camera enables the user to view a white board during a meeting, take notes from a lecture, or read printed reports while simultaneously accessing information on a personal computer. In addition, an 18x optical zoom enhances functionality

Clearreader+ And Clearreader+ Basic

The ClearReader+ is a low vision reading system designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This portable system features user-friendly controls and uses text-to-speech and optical character recognition (OCR) technology to scan printed text and read it aloud in a matter of seconds. This lightweight unit offers four pre-selected reading voices; 42 total different voices are available in 29 languages. Audio output is provided through built-in high sound quality stereo speaker

Clearsounds Amplified Phone Ring Signaler (Model Cs-Cl1)

The ClearSounds Amplified Phone Ring Signaler, model CS-CL1, is a telephone signal amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. It delivers a forceful ring tone up to 95 decibels (dB) in volume, accompanied by a bright strobe that flashes along with the signal tone. Tone and volume are adjustable. The amplifier is wall mountable. OPTIONS: Vibrating Pad for use when sleeping. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 4.25 x 2 x 7.5 inches. WARRANTY: One year.

Clearsounds Bed Shaker (Model Cs-Shk)

The ClearSounds Bed Shaker, model CS-SHK, is a bed vibrator designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This vibrating signal device alerts the user while asleep or in any situation where it is hard to hear an alarm or phone ring. It works with the ClearSounds 40XLC Amplified Phone with Caller ID and Speakerphone, CS-WS1 Wake & Shake Alarm Clock, and CS-CL1 Amplified Phone Ring Signaler (see separate entries). DIMENSIONS (WxD): 3.5 x 1.25 inches. The plug is 3.5 millimet

Clearsounds Portable Telephone Amplifier (Model Cs-Il40)

The ClearSounds Portable Telephone Amplifier, model CS-IL40, is a telephone amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This device attaches to corded phones to increase the volume of incoming calls. It connects to corded phones with a dial pad in the base and is not designed for cordless or trimline phones. Volume control and boost buttons increase incoming volume as much as 40 decibels (dB), and the tone control allows the user to "shape" sound. POWER: Uses one 9-volt ba

Clevermind App

Clevermind is an interactive application designed for seniors and people struggling with the cognitive impairments that accompany Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Individuals can use the app to surf the Internet, connect with their loved ones and stay independently entertained while strengthening their cognitive proficiency. Key features of the app include a robotic assistant, MYIRA, voice command controls, large buttons and a magnified interface as well as quizzes and games for cognitiv

Click And Create Articulation Board Games Software (Model N59-9)

Click and Create Articulation Board Games Software, model N59-9, is speech remediation game software designed for use by speech therapists to create board games for children with speech disabilities. The program contains thousands of words and pictures that represent all articulation sounds, and can be used to create personalized games that motivate students to practice. The user can add words to the master list and code them by sound, position, and number of syllables for use on game boards. Bo

Clicker Docs

Clicker Docs is a word prediction program, writing skills training program, and a reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for individuals at all ability levels, including children with learning disabilities, dyslexia, low vision, or cognitive disabilities. This application (or app) for the Apple iPad enables students to develop reading and writing skills. Students can use the child-friendly keyboard to type into the word processor and various speech options allow them to revie

Clip & Flip Magnifier

The Clip & Flip Magnifier is a clip-on eyeglass magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The crystal-clear acrylic lenses offer 1.5x magnification. When not in use, the lenses can be flipped up or removed. A protective soft pouch is included. DIMENSIONS(WxH): 4.75 x 1.5 inches. WEIGHT: 8 ounces. WARRANTY: 90-day satisfaction guarantee.

Clip Talk (Model 5520)

Clip Talk, model 5520, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. This compact, lightweight communicator clips to wheelchairs, walkers, bedrails, or other tubular or rectangular objects. The unit is equipped with a spring-reinforced clip that automatically adjusts to the diameter of the object. The clip is lined with non-skid material to prevent slipping. This device offers 20 seconds of recording time which can be used for one mes

Clip With Chain

The Clip with Chain is a carrying aid for a communicator designed to be used by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The clip features a belt clip, a nine-inch chain and a ring that attaches to the grommet hole of a communication aid. It allows the user to carry a small pocket communication aid for easy retrieval and helps to ensure that the aid is not lost.

Clip&read (Model 2916)

Clip&Read, model 2916, is a pair of magnifying glasses for cell phone screens, digital camera screens, and other small devices, designed for use by individuals with low vision. This miniature pair of reading glasses can be attached to any portable device, using either the attached clip or the included velcro fastenings. The glasses are lightweight and sit snugly on the sides of the user's temples without pressure points. Magnification levels are +1.5 and +2.5 diopters. The glasses come with

Clock Communicator (Models 1200, 1200-8, 1220, 1220-8, 1230, 1230-8)

The Clock Communicator is a scanning communication training aid designed with a dial face for individuals who have communication disabilities. Activation of a single switch causes a pointer to revolve. The user releases the switch when the desired position is reached. Any words, pictures, or symbols may be placed on the face of the Clock Communicator to be selected by the user. The speed of the pointer's movement is adjustable. Models 1220 and 1220-8 are musical versions of the Clock Communicato

Closeby Network

The CloseBy Network is an emergency alert system with monitoring service and home emergency monitoring system designed for use by individuals with disabilities or seniors who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes activity monitoring and direct caregiver access to monitoring through the Internet. The system monitors daily activity through motion detectors strategically placed in areas such as the bathroom, meal preparation areas, entry way, and bedroom. For example, motion sens

Closed Caption Reader (Model V-7300)

The Closed Caption Reader, model 7300, is a telecaption decoder designed print words on a television screen for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and for children who are learning to read. The Reader can be used as an affordable "electronic reading tutor" that lets students practice their reading skills at home and while watching TV. Young readers are able to see the story, hear the words, watch the words on the screen and understand the words in the context of the story. It lets child

Cloud Pillow

The Cloud Pillow is a book holder and support for a tablet computer designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand or upper extremity disabilities. This canvas beanbag cushion is filled with hypoallergenic polyfoam beads and has contoured ribbed shaping to hold print books, e-readers, or tablet computers, while supporting the user's hands. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 16 1/8 x 7 x 8 inches. WEIGHT: 0.7 pounds. COLOR: Denim blue.

Clue, The (Models 999862 & 999863)

The Clue is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This video magnifier displays magnified images in either full color or black-and-white on a large color monitor that can be used in an in-line or side-by-side configuration. It is available with manual focus, model 999862, or automatic focus, model 999863. Images can be viewed in reverse mode, in which black-on-white images appear as white-on-black . The Color Select option allows the user to change colors completely to

Co:writer 4000

Co:Writer 4000 is a word prediction program designed for use by children and teens with learning or upper extremity disabilities. This voice output program utilizes FlexSpell and the Total Vocabulary System (TVS) to provide users with the tools required for writing. FlexSpell enables students to work at their developmental spelling level by permitting them to begin words phonetically or by cueing initial letter combinations; both approaches provide lists from which the correct word can be select

Co:Writer Universal

Co:Writer Universal is a word predication and speech recognition software designed to help individuals with  a wide range of disabilities increase their productivity and spelling confidence. Co:Writer Universal is ideal for people with learning disabilities as well as other disabilities.

Cobra Braille

COBRA Braille is a voice output screen reader and braille output program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It offers the user to option to hear the content of a computer's display through voice output or read the information on a braille display. COBRA Braille accesses the user's computer software programs and optimizes the information on a braille display in text form. The user can switch between Braille Grade I and Grade II by pressing a button, and he or she ca

Cobra Pro

COBRA Pro is a voice output screen reader, braille output, and screen magnification program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It offers the user to option to hear the content of a computer's display through voice output, read the information on a braille display, or see a magnified version of the display on the screen. COBRA Pro accesses the user's computer software programs and optimizes the information on a braille display in text form. The user can switch betwe

Cobra Zoom

COBRA Zoom is a voice output screen reader and screen magnification program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It offers the user to option to hear the content of a computer's display through voice output or see a magnified version of the display on the screen. COBRA Zoom runs on Unicode which makes texts in Arabic, Hebrew, and Cyrillic/Russian readable. The program also saves all personal configurations in the user's profile. TASO sliders enable the user to get an

Coburn Magnifiers

Magnifiers include hand held and self supporting magnifying lenses and lamps; loupes; and a line of spectacles called U Protem Aphakic Post Cataract available in both clear and smoked lenses.

Coil Prismatic Half Eye Spectacles (Models 4146-01, 4149-01, 4150-01, 4153-01, 4154-01, 4157-01, 4158-01, 4161-01, 4162-01, 4165-01, 4166-01, & 4169-01)

COIL Prismatic Half Eye Spectacles are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. Prismatic glasses help focus peripheral vision and reduce eyestrain while reading. Lens strength is +4.0 diopters for models 4146-01 and 4149-01), +6.0 diopters for models 4150-01 and 4153-01, +8.0 diopters for models 4154-01 and 4157-01, +10.0 diopters for models 4158-01 and 4161-01, +12.0 diopters for models 4162-01 and 4165-01, or +14.0 diopters for models 4166-01 and 4169-01. Focal length ra

Coil Prismatic Quarter Eye Spectacles (Models 4175-01, 4177-01, 4179-01, 4181-01, 4183-01, & 4185-01)

COIL Prismatic Quarter Eye Spectacles are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. Prismatic glasses help focus peripheral vision and reduce eyestrain while reading. Lens strength is +4.0 diopters (model 4175-01), +6.0 diopters (model 4177-01), +8.0 diopters (model 4179-01), +10.0 diopters (model 4181-01), +12.0 diopters (model 4183-01), or +14.0 diopters (model 4185-01). Focal lengths range from 3.3 to 10 inches, depending on strength. DIMENSIONS: Lenses are 43 millimeters

Collegiate Boldline Spiral Notebook (Model 1-04826-00)

The Collegiate Boldline Spiral Notebook, model 1-04826-00, is a bold line notebook designed for use by individuals with low vision. This spiral notebook has a heavy-duty cover and 75 sheets of bold line paper inside. DIMENSIONS: Paper is 8.5 x 11 inches with 7/16 inch line spaces. COLOR: The cover has a marbled design.

Color-Eye

Color-Eye is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is a hand-sized unit that connects to a television set (not included). Users have a choice of hand-held operation or hands-free use with a flex-arm mount that can be clamped on the edge of a desk or table. This device magnifies in color with positive images only (no color reversal). Magnification ranges from 4.9 to 17 times for a seven-inch TV, nine to 32 times for a 13-inch TV, and 14 to 49 times for a 20-inch TV

Colorful Clips (Model Cc-13F)

Colorful Clips, model CC-13F, is a reading tutorial program and training system for matching/sorting/assembly designed to teach basic counting, pattern-following, and word recognition skills to people with cognitive disabilities. The activities require students to follow written and illustrated directions for matching clips to pattern cards or activity mats. The set includes 162 plastic clips, 2 activity mats, 72 pattern cards, marking pencil, storage box, and instructions. COLOR: The clips come

Colorful Concepts Manipulatives

The Colorful Concepts Series, model CC-20Q, is a set of educational toys, training systems for matching/sorting/assembly, math skills training systems, and vocabulary tutorial programs designed to develop fine motor, direction-following, cooperative learning, attention, vocabulary, and discrimination skills in children with cognitive disabilities. The series is comprised of Colorful Words, model CC-10F ($29), Colorful Numbers, model CC-12F ($29), Colorful Clips, model CC-11F ($29), and Colorful

Colorful Words (Model Cc-10F)

Colorful Words, model CC-10F, is an educational toy, vocabulary tutorial program, and training system for matching/sorting/assembly designed to teach color discrimination, matching, color vocabulary recognition, and coloring skills to children with cognitive disabilities. The set includes 24 labeled crayon bars in 12 colors, 2 activity mats for sorting and matching, reproducible coloring sheets, storage box, and instructions. WARRANTY: The manufacturer guarantees complete satisfaction with this

Colorlibrary

The ColorLibrary are sets of photo cards designed for use in the classroom and for speech training. Laminated on both sides, these detailed photograph picture cards are available in a variety of sets (Animals and Birds, Food, Home, Possessions, Occupations, and Sports & Leisure), with each set including 96 full-color picture cards divided into six categories, a storage box, and tab category dividers. DIMENSIONS: Cards are 4 x 6 inches.

Colormouse & Colormouse-Rm

ColorMouse and ColorMouse-RM are video magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. This mouse-style device connects to any standard television. Objects appear magnified on the TV screen in color when the device is held over them. ColorMouse displays objects in their natural colors, while ColorMouse-RM displays objects in reverse color mode. The magnifier can be used for reading or for looking at pictures or labels. The magnification level on a 20-inch TV is 24x (24 times actual s

Colormouse-Usb

ColorMouse-USB is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This mouse-style video magnifier connects to a computer via the computer's USB port. Objects appear magnified in color on the computer monitor when the device is held over them. The device can be used to view books or documents, pictures, or labels. The magnification level can be changed by using the computer's resize function. This video magnifier comes with a cable, driver CD, and a microfibre MouseBag. COMPAT

Colors: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

Colors, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique sections: •

Combination Hand/stand Magnifiers (Models 2031, 2032, 2034, & 2036)

The Combination Hand/Stand Magnifiers, models 2031, 2032, 2034 and 2036, are magnifiers with a versatile design for individuals who are visually disabled. The magnifier can be used as a standard hand-held magnifier. Or, unfold the legs and use it as a fixed stand magnifier. It also tilts to be used as an inclined stand magnifier. The legs and handle fold away so that it can be stored in a leather case that is included. Completely lightweight and portable. The lens is an Aspheric PXM lightweight

Combination Hand/stand/pocket Magnifier (Model 2050)

The Combination Hand/Stand/Pocket Magnifier, model 2050, is an all-in-one magnifier for individuals with low vision. This magnifier can be used as a hand-held magnifier that fits into your pocket; a fixed stand magnifer to leave hands free; and an inclined magnifier that also stands hands free. The lens is an Aspheric PXM lightweight lens with Duplex coating that magnifies 3.5x. It is mounted in ABS plastic. OPTIONS: Drawstring pouch is available for $4.95. DIMENSIONS: 60 mm. WARRANTY: One year

Combination Heavy Duty Bed Vibrator And Deluxe Alarm Clock

The Combination Heavy Duty Bed Vibrator and Deluxe Alarm Clock is a digital alarm clock and bed vibrator designed to wake up individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The vibrator plugs into the back of the clock and is triggered by the clock's audible alarm. It is also good for heavy sleepers. The unit is compact and portable and can be used for home or travel. Both are sold separately (see separate entry).

Combination Portable Bed Vibrator And Clock (Model 2743)

Combination portable bed vibrator (Mattress Magic) and clock-timer. It combines the Digital Clock-Timer ##2740 ($70 separately) and a portable mattress vibrator (##2554 $82 separately). Just place between the mattress and the box spring of any twin to king sized bed. On-off switch located on electrical cord. Deluxe clock features two position alarm switch which will flash standard lamp in one position and vibrator and strobe in other position. Weighs only six pounds. Easy to read LED display and

Combination Smoke Detector/strobe Light Alarm (Model 29590)

The Combination Smoke Detector and Strobe Light Alarm is designed to alert individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing to smoke and fire. This device features both an audible alarm that sounds at a minimum of 85 decibels at ten feet and a flashing Zenon Strobe. The strobe is certified 2.5 candela at 60 flashes per minute. A lowow battery indicator chirps once every minute for up to seven days. POWER: Battery operated.

Combo Reading

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To aid a student who became low vision after learning to read standard print to learn Braille by reinforcing Braille words learned and demonstrating the efficiency of Braille reading. Enlarge a simple text (e.g., a recipe) to 72 point double-spaced type, and transcribe the equivalant text in Braille below each line. The Braille text should contain words that the student already knows. Separate the lines with puff paint. TITLE: Combo Reading (in Springboard). AU

Comboard (Model 26150)

The Comboard is a scanning communication training device with a clock face designed for use by individuals who are just beginning to use communication aids with single switches. Symbols are placed on the board face and the user activates a single switch to move the pointer clockwise, two single switches to move the pointer clockwise or counterclockwise, or a dual switch to move the pointer either clockwise or counterclockwise (switches are sold separately) to the desired location. The speed of t

Comfort Grip Magnifier

The Comfort Grip Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. Available in round or rectangular models, this magnifier has a comfort grip handle for people with arthritis and provides three levels of magnification and a concentrated light to enhance reading, crafting, or other close-up work. It can be folded for storage and has acrylic lenses that offer 2x magnification with 3x and 5x power bifocals and an ultra bright LED (light emitting diode). Other fea

Comfort Pen (Model 16H139)

The Comfort Pen, model 16H139, is a writing aid designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or mobility disabilities or limited hand and arm strength. Its shape and size allow a bent thumb grasp and prevent pressure points developing in the fold of the thumb. It also prevents straining of the forefinger. The pen can be filled with weights such as lead pellets or sand to produce weight variations.

Comfylap

The Comfylap is a bookholder, bed tray, and laptop computer table designed for use by individuals with mobility, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight, rectangular table is supported two legs, each of which has two locking joints in addition to the locking joint that connects the table to the leg. Each joint has an angle lock button. All of the joints can be adjusted so that the table can be used at a variety of heights and angles to provide a surface to serve as a lapt

Comlink Lt3G

The ComLink LT3G is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed to be fully accessible, this device supports a range of access methods, including touch screen (press, hold time-out), visual and auditory scanning (up to 8 switches), joysticks, sip and puff switches, optical head mouse, voice recognition, and eye tracking (with Enable Eyes; see separate entry). The

Comlink Lt3G Enable Eyes

The ComLink LT3G Enable Eyes is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed to be fully accessible, this device supports a range of access methods, including touch screen (press, hold time-out), visual and auditory scanning (up to 8 switches), joysticks, sip and puff switches, optical head mouse, voice recognition, and eye tracking. This device includes the Enable

Comlink St-Lite

The ComLink ST-Lite is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. This device comes with a SoundPOD wearable augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device. Users can remove the wireless SoundPOD from its magnetic docking cradle located on the back of the ST-Lite and then attach it to a lanyard (included) that fits around the user's neck. Users can convert back a

Comlink St3G

The ComLink ST3G is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed to be fully accessible, The ST3G supports a range of access methods, including touch screen (press, hold time-out), visual and auditory scanning (up to 8 switches), joysticks, sip and puff switches, optical head mouse, voice recognition, and eye tracking (Enable Eyes required; see separate entry). The

Comlink St3G Enable Eyes Ii

The ComLink ST3G Enable Eyes II is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed to be fully accessible, the ComLink ST3G Enable Eyes II supports a range of access methods, including touch screen (press, hold time-out), visual and auditory scanning (up to 8 switches), joysticks, sip and puff switches, optical head mouse, voice recognition, and eye tracking. The Enab

Comlink Ultra

The ComLink ULTRA is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed to be fully accessible, the ULTRA supports a range of access methods, including touch screen (press, hold time-out), visual and auditory scanning (up to 8 switches), joysticks, sip and puff switches, optical head mouse, voice recognition, and eye tracking (Enable Eyes required; see separate entry). T

Comlink Ultra-Lite

The ComLink ULTRA-Lite is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. This device comes with a SoundPOD wearable augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device. Users can remove the wireless SoundPOD from its magnetic docking cradle located on the back of the ULTRA-Lite and then then attach it to a lanyard (included) that fits around the user's neck. Users can con

Comm-On

Comm-On is a communication device designed for use by individuals with both low vision and speech disabilities. The unit has large keys with large, luminous characters. As the user types on the keyboard, characters are shown on a display screen that can be read from the other side. In this way, an individual with low vision and a speech disability can communicate with other people without speaking. OPTIONS: ABC keyboard with keys in alphabetic order; AZERTY keyboard (French/Belgian keyboard).

Communicate Junior Game

The Communicate Junior Game is a game for individuals with autism or learning disabilities to help practice important social skills while enriching communication and language. Players earn tokens by answering lower to higher level questions about 12 important social skills. All players receive an invitation to a party, respond to questions about everyday social situations, and earn "party food" as they get ready for the party. The game focuses on teaching these skills.

Communicate: In Print 2

Communicate: In Print 2 is designed for children and adults who having difficulty reading text. It helps teacher and students create books with pages that face one another while using symbols to encourage independence in desktop publishing. It covers a variety of topics using 7,000 Widgit Literacy Symbols in both color and black-and-white. Communicate: In Print 2 also includes Widgit Pictures, a set of 1,500 clip art and background images for creating illustrations and scenes. Communicate: In Pr

Communicate: Symwriter (Model R1Wd109)

Communicate: Symwriter, model R1WD109, is a voice output symbolic word processor program designed for use by individuals with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program enables teachers, parents, and therapists to adapt written materials with symbols to create stories, sentence strips, directions, recipes, schedules, songs, poems, and worksheets. The program can also be used to create computer-based activities with voice output and symbol support, such as topical writing and sentence build

Communication / Visual Aid Apron (Models 032009, 032010, & 032058)

The Communication / Visual Aid Apron, models 032009, 032010, and 032058, is a body-worn communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. Velcro backed pictures adhere to the apron, and the user points to a picture to communicate a message. The apron comes in full (models 032009 and 032058) or waist (model 032010) length. The full-length apron has one pocket and can hold up to 90 pictures. The waist-length apron has two pockets and can hold up to 3

Communication Aid

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To provide a young woman with cerebral palsy and devwlopmental delays with a means of communicating. A small clock-style communicator that could be attached to the user's wheelchair was created. The device has a ferrous metal face, which accepts magnetic pictures, and an aluminum back. The scanning communicator is equipped with LED indicators which are controlled by a micro-controller which is programmed to move the LED light around the face and a timer set a slow spe

Communication Aid For Use With One's Foot.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Shoe attachment with pointer to use with a keyboard for communication. Device developed for a paralyzed person with the use of one foot. It consists of a plexiglass form shaped like the sole of a shoe with a 3 inch tongue through which a rubber tipped pointer is inserted. The device is held on the foot with a strap around the heel. With the user's heel rested the ground, the pointer is used to access a keyboard. COMMENTS: Developed at Rehabilitation En

Communication Bib Or Bolo

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRYPURPOSE: To create a communication bib and bolo that a parent or service provider can wear for use with a child with intellectual and communication disabilities. The bib and bolo are made from material that accepts hook Velcro. Pictures or symbols are backed with the Velcro and attached to the bib or bolo. To construct the bib, round off the four corners of a piece of material and fold the material in half vertically. Cut a slit approximately 2 inches into material at the

Communication Binder

The Communication Binder is a Communication book designed for use with a symbolic language system for nonspeech or limited speech persons. This three-ring binder contains sheets to which communication symbols may be attached. The pages are printed with blank grids of one or two inch squares, and have non-glare vinyl sleeves that resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied symbols. The front cover of the binder has a pocket for an identification card. Each binder comes with five vi

Communication Board

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY PURPOSE: To enable individuals with little or no verbal communication ability to convey messages and participate in conversations. This basic device can be printed on a board or on standard paper. The board is designed with six rows: Row one has the letters A through E; row two has the letters F through J; row three has the letters K through O; row four has the letters P through T; and row five has the letters U through Z. The sixth row includes standard messages that are of

Communication Board

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with communication disabilities to communicate. To make this device, cut piece of cardboard or other stiff material to size. Place the cardboard in the center of the display material and cut the material, leaving enough for the sides to fold over the front of the cardboard. Apply hot glue to the perimeter of the cardboard and fold the material over. Cut excess to allow fabric to lay smoothly. Be sure to have Velcro-sensitive side of the

Communication Board.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Provides a display of vocabulary items representing thoughts the user is unable to express verbally. Shows examples of simple laptray communication boards. suggests materials used be sturdy (e.g., plywood) and that items on board be covered by clear, protective plexiglass sheet. Diagrams show boards fitted on a wheelchair, on a standing frame and with extensions. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR:Golbin, A. TITLE:Cerebral Palsy and Communication: Wh

Communication Books - Appointment Book & Pocket Book

Communication Books provide people who have communication disabilities with a means of carrying and displaying symbolic language pictures. The Pocket Book, model PB-01J and the intermediate-sized Appointment Book, model AB-01J can be used in the classroom or at home or during community outings. WARRANTY: The manufacturer guarantees complete satisfaction with this product or it may be exchanged or returned for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of the date of purchase.

Communication Builder (Model 7071)

The Communication Builder, model 7071, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. Designed to expand as the child develops new skills, this unit features 300 total seconds of message recording time that can be divided into 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 window sections divided as follows: 1 window: 300 seconds, 2 windows: 150 seconds, 4 windows: 75 seconds, 8 windows: 37 seconds, and 16 windows: 18 seconds. Three interchangeable frames create the desired

Communication Can

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRYPURPOSE: To create a communication can for use with children with intellectual and communication disorders. Pringles Torengos (potato chips) come in a triangular shaped can. Empty and clean the can and remove the label. Cut a piece of self-stick felt (available at most craft stores) to cover the outside of the can. This creates the communication device or choice board. Attach two-inch communication symbols (made with Boardmaker software; see entry) with Velcro hook attached

Communication Carriers

Portable carrier for communication aids, either a board or electronic aid. A "front back" is made of durable pack cloth with padded shoulder straps. The front of the pack folds down to make the communication aid accessible while in a standing position. Two straps support the sides while open. There is a front bib pocket for extra materials, and a bottom pocket big enough for notebooks or another board. The soft sided version (child and adult sizes) can be used for communication baords or electro

Communication Display Board Protector

The Communication Display Board Protector is a communication device accessory designed to protect paper communication displays from damage. Built of three layers of acrylic, this protector prevents tears, and damage from spills. Changing the eight-location display is accomplished by sliding out one display and sliding in another. The protector provides a firm surface for the communication displays, as well as offering visual and tactile cues between each location. COLOR: Clear or black.

Communication Fabric Page (Models 032006 & 032005)

The Communication Fabric Page is a communication book designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. Pages are made of Velcro-friendly fabric and fit standard 8-1/2 x 11 or 6 x 9-1/2 inch notebooks. Velcro adheres to the fabric so that Velcro backed pictures can be placed anywhere on either side of the page. SIZES: Large (model 032006)to hold up to 40 pictures or small (model 032005)to hold up to 16 pages. DIMENSIONS (LxW): The Large page is 11 x 8.5 and the small

Communication Folder & Tri-Folder

The Communication Folder and Tri-folder are communication books designed for use as part of a symbolic language system. The vinyl covered folder contains sheets printed with grids that are covered by transparent, non-glare vinyl pockets. Communication symbols may be affixed to the pockets to provide a quick and easy-to-read communication display. The vinyl pockets resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied communication symbols. Two spare grid sheets are provided with each folder

Communication Icon Galleries Cd-Rom

Communication Icon Galleries CD-ROM is a word catalog for speech therapists designed for use with Ke:nx, and Ke:nx On:Board, the Discover:Switch, or the Discover:Screen (see entries). This CD-ROM combines five icon libraries with more than 7,000 icons that can be altered to suit the user. The program is designed to locate icons by topic or name and contains MacinTalk II and MacinTalk II Pro text-to-speech voices designed for high-quality speech output from the computer; the user is also given th

Communication Key Chains

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: To allow children and adults who are not able to verbally express their basic wants and needs participate in social gatherings by communicating with the use of a portable communication key chain.

Communication Notebook

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals who are not able to speak to communicate. To create the book using a computer, using a word processing program, set up a document with half-inch margins on all four sides and set the page orientation to landscape. Create a table that is 10 cells wide and 10 cells high. Format cells to be about 0.7-inch tall so that all ten rows fit on one page. Adjust as necessary. Using the template or personal design, create an alphabet and commonly us

Communication Tray

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRYPURPOSE: To create a conversation tray for assistance in conversation skills for children with intellectual and communication disabilities. Take an old, round cleaned fruit/vegetable tray and use construction paper to differentiate the various conversation topics on sections of the circle. Topics can include anything a child might have an interest in (animals, family, friends, movies). Using Velcro, attach topic pictures (using BoardMaker communication symbols) to each sec

Communication Wheel.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Easy to manipulate communication device for a nonverbal person with a limited vocabulary. Communication wheel made of two 12 inch circles of plywood or masonite and a piece of 1/2 inch dowel. The top circle has a dowel handle on the edge, and a 3 to 4 inch hole cut out half way between the center and the edge. Symbols can be pasted on interchangeable cardboard circles, which go between the wood circles. Includes drawing. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. A

Communicator / Computer Stand

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with aphasia as a result of a stroke to conveniently use a communicator. A surplus, commercially available computer support arm capable of 360-degree rotation and cantilever extension was mounted atop a 70-pound steel cone that had been adapted to receive the table clamp on the support arm, and to sutain the leverage generated by the fully extended arm. TITLE: The Computer Stand. WEB SITE: Workshop Solutions at http://www.workshopsolutio

Communicator Bags (Model 7752 & 7751)

The Communicator Bag, models 7751 and 7752 are carrying aids for communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. These shoulder bags are made of canvas and have zippered closures. Model 7751 is designed to hold 32-message communicators and has room for accessories, switches, overlays, and window grid frames. Features include an inside organizer and additional zippered compartments. Model 7752 is designed to hold Cheap Talk communicators or the manufacturer's Commun

Communicator Basic

The COMMUNICATOR BASIC is a voice input dialer program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This program offers complete voice-activated telephone dialing, including the ability to dial a phone call by speaking the name of the individual to be contacted or by speaking the digits to be dialed. This system requires a computer on which the voice dialing software can be installed and to which the base station for the wireless hea

Communicator Complete

The COMMUNICATOR COMPLETE is a voice input dialer program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This program offers the ability to dial a wireless headset by speaking the name of the individual to be contacted or by speaking the digits to be dialed. It also offers the ability to use voice commands to pick up call waiting, access multiple lines, control volume and mute functions, redial, and more. This system includes all hardw

Communicator Receiver - 418 MHz

The Communicator Receiver - 418 MHz is designed for individuals who are deep sleepers or hard of hearing in awakening at a set time. The device is portable design allows the user to be fully aware in their home without missing out on life. When a signal is received, the communicator will display a distinctive digital icon and emit distinctive pulse vibrations indicating which transmitter sent the signal.

Communicator.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Scanning communicator allows a nonverbal person to convey standard (fixed format) responses associated with a particular job, task or environment. Describes a communicator consisting of 2 DL 747 seven segment displays, one for the user, the other for the recipient of the message. Messages consist of 2 digit numbers that represent words or phrases. There is sound alert so the user can indicate the desire to convey a message. The single pole, double thro

Compact 4 Hd

The Compact 4 HD is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit includes a viewer and a detachable magnetic stand. The Compact 4 HD's high-definition auto-focus camera provides continuous magnification of 1.7X to 12X. The full-color TFT widescreen display offers high-contrast viewing modes for easier reading; the user can set up to 4 color combinations from a choice of 16. When positioned on the detachable stand, the screen can be angled. Features inclu

Compact 5 Hd

The Compact 5 HD is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The 8 megapixel, high-definition, auto-focus camera provides continuous magnification of 1.5X to 18X. The full-color TFT widescreen display offers high-contrast viewing modes for easier reading; the user can select from a choice of 16 color combinations. The unit can be used with the screen extended up from the base and tilted for reading, or it can be used flat for spot or long-distance viewing. The

Compact 7 Hd

The Compact 7 HD is a portable handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The 8-megapixel, high-definition auto-focus camera provides continuous magnification of 2X to 24X. The full-color TFT widescreen display offers adjustable brightness and high-contrast viewing modes for easier reading; the user can select from a choice of 18 color combinations and full-color photo viewing. The unit offers two reading positions - flat or with the screen tilted up from the base.

Compact Communicators With Lights (Models 1901 & 1902)

The Compact Communicator with Lights, models 1901 and 1902, are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Small enough to fit on a lap or a wheelchair tray, the communicators have compartments to hold objects related to the corresponding messages. When a switch plate is pressed, a five-second message is played and a light is activated. Model 1901(shown) has a three-message capacity and model 1902 has a four-message capacity. POWER: Uses four

Compact Tty/c

The Compact TTY is a pocket-sized telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD or TT). This device folds in half to fit in a purse, pocket, or briefcase so it is completely portable. The unit is equipped with an audio jack that enables the TTY unit to be connected to the cellular phone with the included cable. The unit is compatible with Motorola The unit is compatible with Motorola MicroTAC LITE XL, Motorola MicroTAC LITE II, and the Motorola StarTAC Series, and others. Standard features incl

Compact+

The Compact+ is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier can be used to read price labels, maps, bus schedules, directions, and menus. It has a color TFT screen with up to 10X magnification in full color, reverse color, black and white, blue and yellow, black and yellow, and other foreground and background color combinations. It has freeze frame functionality. The camera is positioned at the center of the screen. It comes with a carrying case and

Companion Emergency Response System

The Companion Emergency Response System is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities. This system includes a base unit and a waterproof pendant transmitter to be worn or carried by the user. When the user presses the button on the pendant, a signal is sent to the base unit and the base unit contacts friends, relatives, or emergency personel and establishes a two-way communication path. OPTIONS: The system may be leased with a monitoring service. When

Compartmentalized Communicator (Model R0104)

The Compartmentalized Communicator, model R0104, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This three-section communicator features three differently-colored plate switches that, when pressed, produce a different musical tone and colored light. Objects above each plate can be identified by pressing the corresponding plate. The plates can be marked with textures for additional assistance. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery.

Compartmentalized Communicators (Models 1239, 1243, & 1253)

The Compartmentalized Communicators, models 1239, 1243, and 1253 are direct selection communication training aids designed for individuals with physical, communication, or developmental disabilities. The units consist of a row of switches, each in its own compartment with room for an object, word or picture (not included). Model 1239 has four compartments; model 1253 has three compartments, and model 1243 has two compartments. Activating the switch plate plays the messages while turning on one l

Compass (Model 23-4201-2) & Tracing Wheel (Model 23-4501-5)

The Compass, model 23-4201-2, and Tracing Wheel, model 23-4501-5, are tactile drawing tools designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The compass comes with a tracing wheel to draw circles up to 5.5 inches in diameter in reverse image. The tracing wheel can be used to create outlines of pictures, patterns, diagrams, etc. in reverse image.

Compic Gallery

COMPIC Gallery is a symbolic picture library designed to offer 1,500 colored icons for persons using Ke:nx. The gallery features lined drawing that are universal in design to accommodate a wide range of cultural needs. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Ke:nx 3.0 or Ke:nx On:Board 3.0. 2.5 megabytes of RAM is needed on the hard drive.

Complete Reading System

The Complete Reading System is a voice output optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Most functions of this OCR program can be activated by pressing a single key. When the user presses the F5 key, the program activates the scanner and recognizes the text. When the scanning is finished, the user presses the F6 key and the program starts reading. This OCR program has full talking menus, so no screen reader is required to navigate thr

Comprehensive Assessment Of Spoken Language (Casl)

The Comprehensive Assessment of Spoken Language (CASL) is a speech and language assessment designed for use to evaluate children with speech or communication disabilities. This battery of 15 individually and orally administered tests enables the speech language therapist to identify language disorders and impairment as outlined by IDEA, including delayed language, oral language disorders, dyslexia, and aphasia. The tests measure language processing skills (comprehension, expression, and retrieva

Compu-TTY KA300 Alarm Monitor System

The Compu-TTY KA300 Alarm Monitor System is an emergency alert system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This system connects all existing alarm devices in within a small, medium, or large building with a wireless link system. The system covers a broad area, manages up to 1,024 different codes, and displays up to three alarm channels. A bright strobe light, a loud speaker, and a strong bed shaker (all included)provide alerts at all times. Connect all existing alarm

Compu-Tty Memory Printer (Model Mp2000D)

The Memory Printer TDD, models MP2000D, is a TTY/TDD with a printer for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It has all the functions of the Porta Printer 2000 and 2000D (see separate entry) plus memory. It has a 20 column, 20 character blue/green vacuum fluorescent display and a 20 column, thermal printer that provides condensed and wide printing. You may select extra large characters in the form of 20, 24 or 12 chaarcters per line. You may also receive characters in upper case and tra

Compu-Tty Porta Printer Tdd (Models Pp2000 & Pp200D)

The Porta Printer TDD, models PP2000 and PP2000D, is a TTY/TDD with a printer for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It has a 20 column, 20 character blue/green vacuum fluorescent display and a 20 column, thermal printer that provides condensed and wide printing. You may select extra large characters in the form of 20, 24 or 12 chaarcters per line. You may aldo receive characters in upper case and transmit in lower case. Other features include 5.5 mm character height; TTY Call Alert; B

Compu-Tty Portaview And Portaview Jr (Models 20+ & Pv-20)

The Portaview and Portaview Jr, models 20+ and PV-20, are telecommunication devices for the deaf and hard of hearing. Both models have the following features: 5.5 millimeter character height; 10 character display in blue/green; four row keyboard with 43 keys; and rugged injection molded case. The Portaview 20+ has the following additional features: 8k memory; built in directory; auto answer; four message buffer; remote retrieval; voice announcer; three hour rechargeable battery; printer part; an

Compu.dot

Compu-Dot is computer braille paper available in two grades for individuals who are blind. Final Edit style is 100 pound manila stock used for textbooks and thermoforming masters. It is available in standard and 19-hole punched version. Rough Draft style is 60 pound kraft stock for proofreading, editorial tasks and correspondence use. Both come boxed in 1000 sheets. DIMENSIONS: Both styles are available in 11 x 11.5 inches. Final Edit is also available in 8.5 x 11 inches.

Computer / Communicator Tray

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual who uses a laptop with speech software and a wheelchair to access the computer screen and control switch while leaving the surface of the wheelchair tray free. Hardware from a standard roll out under desk keyboard shelf was modified to provide a platform for the laptop. Only the switch controlling the software is exposed on the tray surface, preventing inadvertent hitting of keys. The screen can be folded down and the complete unit stored

Computer Access Package

The Computer Access Package includes an accessible keyboard and a variety of switches from AbleNet, and the interfaces that make it all work.

Computer Books, Children's Books, Magazine, Newspaper

The National Braille Press Catalog lists braille books and magazines for sale. Sample titles include TAKE CHARGE: A STRATEGIC GUIDE FOR BLIND JOB SEEKERS, and OUR SPECIAL magazine, as well as SYNDICATED COLUMNISTS WEEKLY newspaper and selected children's books. Some titles are available on cassette or PortaBook (a disk containing a Grade 2 braille file that is formatted to be read easily by a braille reading device, braille notetaker, or computer with a braille display). The catalog is available

Computer Fingers

Computer Fingers is an educational game program designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The games enhance vocabulary and teach fingerspelling and phonics skills. In the Computer Game, players first explore the keyboard to see the relationship between upper and lower case letters, the manual alphabet, and cued letters, then choose a word to spell from three sets of 10 words each. Words come to life as they are spelled. In the Matchup Game, players match letters to handshapes

Computer Interactive Reminiscence And Conversation Aid (Circa)

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: Based in an interactive multimedia computer system this prototype aims to stimulate persons with dementia and memory disabilities to have more enjoyable and rewarding conversations between their caregivers. A team of searchers from Scotland has developed a Computer Interactive Reminiscence and Conversation Aid (CIRCA). CIRCA is compromised of a simple touch-screen with easy-to-follow instructions and requires no IT competence. When switched on, CIRCA displays a

Computer Interface For Optical Headpointer.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Optical headpointer and photodetector circuit designed to be immune to false triggering. Describes a photodetector circuit tuned to respond only to light pulsed at 90 Hertz (from a headpointer beam), ignoring shifts in ambient light level and room lighting. Circuit output feeds directly into a computer. Includes circuit diagrams for a lamp driver and a photodetector. COMMENTS: For further information contact: G L Heseltine, Science Unlimited Research F

Computer Keyboard Aid

The Computer Keyboard Aid is a typing stick designed for use by individuals with limited hand function. Designed to help those who cannot access a keyboard with their fingers, this device can be used on typewriters, adding machines, calculators, and telephones. The device comprises a pointer with a round rubber tip for depressing the keys and a hand loop that secures with Velcro. DIMENSIONS: 7.5 inches (19 centimeters) long. WEIGHT: 1 pound.

Computer Screen Enlarger (Model Ctc-20H)

The Computer Screen Enlarger, model CTC-20H, is a screen magnifier designed to magnify text and other items displayed on a computer screen for people with low vision. This hanging magnifier attaches to the top of the computer monitor and hangs in front of the screen to magnify 1.5 times their normal size. This magnifier also reduces glare and reflection, eliminates static, and blocks ultra-violet rays (UV). DIMENSIONS: Fits 14- to 17-inch monitors. WARRANTY: One year.

Con-Sign-Tration 1, 2, 3, & 4

Con-SIGN-tration 1, 2, 3, and 4 are memory improvement and sign language programs designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Each program comes on a CD-ROM that includes game programs that teach over 250 words in sign and English. Games can be played at two levels of difficulty. The program keeps score and randomizes every time it is played. Words are taught in 10 categories. In Con-SIGN-Tration, the categories are actions, numbers, time, food, colors, animals, people, oppo

Concepts on the Move- Basic Overlay CD

The Concepts on the Move- Basic Overlay CD is designed to meet the needs of students with physical disabilities. Each overlay CD contains more than 40 overlays, blank templates and concept pictures in four sizes to use with the matching Concepts on the Move program.

Concise Heritage Dictionary (Model C-10800-00)

American Heritage Dictionary in print and audio cassette formats. 5 book volume contains 55,000 words on 55 cassettes. All words are indexed in tape content for easy location. Cassettes are labeled in braille and large print. Recorded on 4 tracks at 15/16 ips, can be used with APH recorder/player and NLS player.

Connect Access Solution

Connect Access Solution is a device designed for people with physical disabilities as well as  learning and  cognitive disabilities. Connect Access Solution provides access, HiFi sound output, built-in switch access or the option to plug in 2 external switches, rechargeable battery, and iPad protection all in one sleek package.

Connect Bluetooth Wireless Headphone System for TV

The Connect Bluetooth Wireless Headphone System for TV is designed for use by individuals with fine motor, voice and hearing disabilities. The device assists the user with clear distortion-free digital sound and brings media sound with clear speech and dynamic bass. This device can connect to a TV or other audio devices via RCA, optical TOSLINK or 3.5-millimeter headphone jack. Add another Bluetooth headphone or speaker and stream audio to both simultaneously. Enhanced bass sound brings the user

Connect Four Communication Device

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To provide a simple, low-cost communication board. The game's vertical frame enables players drop black or red disks into rows. The object is to get four of one color disks in a row, horizontally, vertically or diagonally before the opponent. To adapt it as a communication device, glue pictures or letters to both sides of the disks and drop them into the frame. Selections can be made by pointing. It can also be used as an educational tool by gluing shapes, pic

Connect Universal Dual Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter for TV

The Connect Universal Dual Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter for TV is designed for use by individuals with fine motor, voice and hearing disabilities. The device assists the user clear, distortion-free digital audio to Bluetooth headphones, speakers, and other receivers up to 30 feet away. There is no white noise, no need to tune in for the right frequency. Stream audio up to two Bluetooth headphones or speakers simultaneously and adjust volume levels for each independently, allowing users t

Continuous Index Cards

Continuous Index Cards are index cards designed for braille paper use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These blank, continuous feed index cards are perforated and folded for machine feeding in a braille printer. Perforations between cards allow the cards to be separated after being embossed with braille. The sides of each card are also perforated to allow the sides with the tractor holes to be torn off. Cards are made of 100 pound weight tag paper, and are sold in cartons contain

Conversation Builder

Conversation Builder is an auditory perceptual and speech training program, a language tutorial program, and a personal and independent living skills tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad to help children learn how to have multi-exchange conversations with their peers in a variety of social setti

Conversations Picture Cards

The Conversations Picture Cards are photo cards designed for use by individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or communication disabilities. These cards can be used as memory prompt cards or to help begin conversations. Each set is comprised of five boxes of cards: Animals (30 cards), Foods (50 cards), Vehicles (20 cards), Clothing (20 cards), and Everyday objects (50 cards). On the back of each card is the word for or describing the object in 17 different languages (English, Spanish, German, Frenc

Convert-Able Table (Art Easel)

The Convert-Able Table (Art Easel) is a height-adjustable tilt-top work table and overhead bookholder designed for use by individuals who use wheelchairs or with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This unit lifts books for eye-level or overhead reading within a range of 9 to 18 inches high. Springs provide the lifting power. The unit is designed so that the paper will stay where placed: up or down, left or right, at any angle without adjustment of knobs or levers. Horizontal gui

Cook With Ease Cookbook

The Cook With Ease Cookbook, by Margaret Weber Martinez, is a large print and audio cookbook designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Each recipe uses six ingredients or fewer. The book is available in a choice of four-track cassettes or large print. The large print version is printed in 24-point type on heavy laminated paper with spiral binding; the laminated pages can be wiped in case of spills.

Cooking With Feeling

Cooking with Feeling, by Deborah DeBord, is a braille cookbook designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This cookbook describes 180 adaptive culinary techniques for blind cooks, along with the author's recipes and favorite recipes from such cookbooks as The New Basics Cookbook, Moosewood Cookbook, and the Country Gourmet Cookbook. It is available in Portabook (electronic braille) format on CD-ROM or floppy disk or as a download.

Cool Cards: Part To Whole

Cool Cards: Part to Whole is a board game that teaches part-to-whole communication with picture cards. Can be used at both occupational and speech therapy sessions or at home for literacy skill training. Reading level not required. All words are functional and age appropriate. Supports children with language or developmental delays, learning disabilities, and autism. Packaged in durable metal tin. 1 to 4 players. Age 3 and up. Enhances visual analysis and organization, increases deductive reason

Coolspeech

CoolSpeech is a voice output program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This text-to-speech player reads text files (.txt format), rich-text files (.rtf format), and HTML files (.html format). It can read e-mail messages, web pages, and clipboard contents aloud. It also reads words or sentences as they are typed, and converts text files into spoken WAV files. Files, URLs, and e-mails can be scheduled to be read aloud, and the program can be set to read the time and date in differen

Cooper Rand Puff Controlled Tone Generator Attachment

Puff controlled tone generator attachment for the Cooper-Rand electronic speech aid (see separate entry). The pneumatic switch is mounted to a headband with the tube curving around the side of the head to the mouth. Includes 40 inches of cord and used existing pulse generator.

Cooper-Rand Electronic Speech Aid

Cooper-Rand Electronic Speech Aid is an artificial larynx consisting of a portable pulse generator and a small hand held tone generator. The user inserts a tube projecting from the tone generator into his mouth. A tone emanating from this tube supplies the individual's missing or insufficient vocal tone. The tone can be turned on and off by a switch on the tone generator, and has adjustable volume and pitch. POWER: 15 volt battery. DIMENSIONS: 2.63 x 4.13 x 1.5 inches. WEIGHT: 7 ounces.

Cord-Mate

The Cord-Mate is an emergency alert system designed to summon assistance for individuals who may have fallen or cannot get to a phone. The system consists of a lightweight, impact-resistant ABS plastic activator pendant worn on the neck or wrist. The cord pull installs on the wall with a mounting bolt. When the activator is pressed, the button sends a radio signal to the activator which then pulls the alarm cord while emitting a tone to assure the user that is being summoned. The pendant operate

Corded Phone With Big Buttons And Speakerphone

This corded phone with big buttons and speakerphone is designed for the blind or visually impaired. This product has braille augmented keys with tactile numbers to make it easier to see or feel. Handset, receiver, volume control, (normal/high), large buttons, and visual ringer. Some of its features include 13 number memories, power failure protection, line powered, a hands free speakerphone, speaker volume control, ringer on/off switch. It is hearing aid compatible.

Core Picture Vocabulary Gallery

Core Picture Vocabulary is a symbolic language picture library designed to offer a collection of 300 realistic line drawings for persons using Ke:nx (see separate entry). The gallery features culturally diverse pictures and includes beginning nouns, verbs and adjectives in order to help construct two- or three-word sentences about the pictures. COMPATIBILITY: Macintosh. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Ke:nx or Ke:nx On:Board 3.0. 1 megabyte of RAM is needed om the hard drive.

Core Vocabulary

The Core Vocabulary, model MB301, is a set of the most commonly used Blissymbols in alphabetical order. The set contains five copies each of 207 Blissymbols. The symbols are printed on adhesive-backed material, for use with symbol boards and other communication systems. The set also includes 17 complete sentences to facilitate interactive communication. DIMENSIONS: Sheets are 8.5 x 11 inches.

Cork-Tabbed Multi-Page Communication Book Secured To Lap Tray

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- DESCRIPTION: A vinyl communication book attached to the wheelchair lap tray with U-bolts. Staggered corkboard strips separate the pages. The user flips each page over the front edge of the lap tray until the desired pages is found. PURPOSE: To stabilize and facilitate easy page selection and page turning of a communication book for individual who have poor arm and hand coordination. The system described here is very durable, to accommodate a particular in

Cornell Rescue Assistance Systems (Series 4100 & 4200)

The Cornell Rescue Assistance Systems, Series 4100 and 4200, are emergency alert and evacuation systems designed to enable persons with disabilities to summon evacuation assistance in multi-story commercial buildings and public accommodations. The Series 4100 consists of zone or floor calls stations (available in four, eight, 12, 16, 20, or 24 zone sets) and a central annunciator station which shows the status of each zone. The system is designed to accommodate an unlimited number of zone statio

Corning Glare Control Lenses.

Photochromic medical filter eyeglass lenses with low, medium or high blue light filter cutoffs; lemon yellow (450 nanometers); yellow amber ( 511 nanometers); orange amber (527 nanometers); red amber (550 nanometers); dark brown extra dark (550 nanometers). Photochromic: lenses adjust to changes in light levels. Lenses improve contrast, comfort, adaptation time to changing light levels for light sensitive people. Eliminate virtually all blue light and ultraviolet radiation. Plano or prescription

Correction Slate (Model 23-1301-3)

The Correction Slate, model 23-1301-3, is a braille correcting slate designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 40-cell, four-line slate has the same cell spacing as a Perkins Brailler (see separate entry). It is made of aluminum and comes with a braille stylus.

Count and Smash Play Dough Math Activity

The Count and Smash Play Dough Math Activity is a do it yourself playdough mat activity designed for children with sensory processing disorder to make and play with.

Coupon Holder Communication Display

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To create a coupon holder communication display that can be used with children and adults with intellectual or communication disabilities. Take a magnet backed coupon holder (can be found at a dollar store) and place it on the refrigerator where it can be easily reached. Using 2 x 3 inch cards create picture/symbol cards for the user of foods, juices, etc. and to represent actions such as want, eat, like, thirsty, hungry, done, etc. Place the appropriate pict

Covers For Braille Documents (Models 1-04010-01 & 1-04010-02)

Covers for Braille Documents are braille binders designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. They can be used to bind braille books and other braille documents. These 19-hole punched covers work with 19-ring comb binding or twin loop binding, and can be used to bind tractor-feed, manila, or Brailon 19-hole papers. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11.75 x 11 inches. The binders accept pages measuring 11.5 x 11 inches.COLORS: Royal blue (model 1-04010-01) or clear frosted (model 1-04010-02

CPU DOLLY

The CPU DOLLY is designed for use by individuals with mobility, upper extremity, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. The CPU Dolly automatically adjusts to CPUs of different sizes. With an optional pull handle installed, moving hardware from one location to another is simple. The CPU Dolly is the perfect stand-alone CPU holder for any space.

Crafty Graphics Stencil Embossing Kit (Model 1-08844-00)

The Crafty Graphics Stencil Embossing Kit, model 1-08844-00, is a tactile drawing kit designed for creating tactile graphics for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The kit contains stencils, embossing tools, and other items needed to create tactile graphics by dry pressure embossing. The kit contains nine brass stencils, including block letters, geometric, and bold plaid stripe stencils; eight stenciling tools, including a stylus with medium and large tips, a serrated tracing w

Crazy Coiler Keychain Fidgets

These Crazy Coiler Keychain Fidgets are stretchy, loop-shaped fidget coils on a keychain that attaches to backpacks, belt loops, worn as a bracelet, and more. They are a portable and silent self-regulation sensory tool that can be used in the classroom, and can be used for bilateral coordination practice.

Create Your Own Picture Schedules And Communication Boards

The Create your own Picture Schedules and Communication Boards are communication boards and independent living tutorials designed for use by children and adults with communication or cognitive disabilities. Users can create cistom schedules and boards on-line by searching an on-line database of more than 5,000 images at http://www.languageimages.com. They then choose a layout and typeface. Picture schedules are available with 3 (3 columns x 1 row), 5 (5 columns x 1 row), 6 (3 columns x 2 rows),

Credit Card Guide And Magnifier (Model 198653)

Signature guide and magnifier placed at lower left hand corner of charge slip, where it lines up with the signature line. Enables the the user to sign his name within the credit card signature margin. Magnifier can be used for reviewing bills or menus.

Credit Card Size Magnifier Magnislide Black Sleeve, Lock on Protective Sleeve

The Credit Card Size Magnifier Magnislide Black Sleeve, Lock on Protective Sleeve is designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is a flat plastic, flexible credit card sized magnifier sheet used to read small prints on menus such as price tags and charge card receipts.

Credit Card Size Magnifier with White Sleeve Lock-On Case

The Credit Card Size Magnifier with White Sleeve Lock-On Case is designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is a flat plastic flexible credit card sized magnifier sheet. The card is use to read small prints on menus such as price tags and charge card receipts.

Critical Communicator, The

The Critical Communicator is a communication board designed for use by individuals with autism or cognitive, speech, or communication disabilities. Useful in medical and therapeutic settings, this communication aid is helpful for those who have difficulty communicating even basic needs on a temporary basis. Included are a pain scale, words and pictures for now (immediate attention, such as hard to breathe), pain (ache, burning, sharp), comfort (head up/down), people (husband, wife, doctor), alp

Critical Thinking For Activities Of Daily Living And Communication

Critical Thinking for Activities of Daily Living and Communication, by Mary Pitti Daly and Jennifer Holmes Fouche, is designed for adults with cognitive impairment produced by a stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, or neurological involvement who need a help guide for re-entry into the community. Picture cards help improve communication and performance of daily living activities. Illustrations and photographs of activities such as grocery shopping, dining out, using different modes of trans

Crossover Grip, The

The Crossover Grip Classic is pencil holder designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor disabilities or other disabilities of the finger or hand. This device uses a technology that works with the body’s natural physiology to place the user’s fingers in the proper position. It is designed the same as The Pencil Grip (see entry) but has added wings to prevent fingers from crossing over each other. COLOR: Assorted classic, neon, or metallic colors.

Crystal

The Crystal is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is designed to resemble a traditional handheld illuminated optical magnifier in shape, dimensions, and weight. The Crystal has an AMOLED screen with 3 levels of magnification: 3x, 4.5x and 6x. Viewing modes include true color, black on white, white on black, and semi-color (the default is yellow on black). There is a freeze frame function. The camera is positioned centrally under the display, with LED l

Crystaltone

The CrystalTone is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone increases incoming voice volume volume up to 35 decibels(dB), enhances sound quality and enables the user to customize volume, tone, and hearing frequency. CrystalTone control eliminates background noise and enhances sound. The push-button volume control turns amplification on and off, enabling the phone to be used by those not requiring amplification; when the amplification

Crystaltone Plus

The CrystalTone Plus is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone increases incoming voice volume up to 50 decibels(dB), enhances sound quality and enables the user to customize volume, tone, and hearing frequency. CrystalTone control eliminates background noise and enhances sound. The push-button volume control turns amplification on and off, enabling the phone to be used by those not requiring amplification; when the amplification is

Crystaltone Ringer

The CrystalTone Ringer is a telephone signal amplifier designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The ring volume is adjustable up to 95 decibels (dB). The frequency is also adjustable, and the ring can be reset to one of four distinctive patterns. A light visually alerts the user to calls. The CrystalTone Ringer can be mounted on a wall or placed on a desk or table. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 4.1 x 6.4 x 1.5 inches. POWER: Uses power from telephone line. An optional AC adapter in

Csl - Computerized Speech Lab (Model 4300)

CSL (Computerized Speech Lab) is a computer-based speech teaching system for recording, analyzing, and playing back speech patterns for individuals with speech disabilities. Applications include speech and voice pathology, acoustc phonetics and speech science, or english as a second language. The system features customizable pull-down menus, two input channels, digital input and output filters, and a 40 MHz digital signal processor. Spectrograms, formant trace, pitch extractions, power spectrum

Cue That Word!

Cue That Word! is a cued speech auditory-visual sign language training program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Beginning cuers learn to cue and cue-read, using all hand shapes and locations with over 200 colorfully-illustrated simple words. Cues can be viewed in speed-adjustable animation or in real-time video. The user can choose whether to practice words grouped by vowels or subjects, and whether to play in "learn" or "game" mode. In the Cue-Reading Game, playe

Custom Boards - Premium

Custom Boards - Premium is a communication board creation program designed for use with individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to create single page communication boards that can be printed or displayed on a mobile device and used alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty communicating. Custom Boards - Pr

Custom Keyguards

Custom Keyguards are designed to enable people with upper extremity disabilities to use a standard computer keyboard but are unable to keep their hand elevated above it or who use a headwand or mouthstick. Keyguards support the hands and allow them to slide across the keyboard without pressing any keys. Desired keys are depressed through the corresponding keyhole. The keyguards also prevents the user from inadvertently pressing more than one key at a time. Latching mechanisms are provided for ke

Customized Headpointer

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with cerebral palsy to use a headwand to operate a computer without interfering with her hearing aid. Her existing commercially-available headpointer was made of rigid plastic and could not be modified. A metal headpointer was attached to a soft leather flyer's helmet which protected the hearing aid. Perforated inserts were added to the helmet over the ears, enabling the user to use the headpointer and the hearing aid simultaneously. TITLE: Cu

Cut-Up Textbook, Looseleaf Reader.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Improve ability to independently turn the pages of a book, and keep the book open to the correct page when an individual has poor hand function. Recommends cutting a book from its binding and inserting the pages, hole punched into a looseleaf binder. Book can then be clamped tightly to a heavy bookstand with large clips. If needed, the stand could be clamped to the table. Pages may be turned more easily by using a pencil to which a piece of rubber spon

Cutting Edge Communication Board

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: The “Cutting Edge” Communication Board Display is a handy way to store and/or use communication symbols. It is designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities.

Cyrano Communicator

The Cyrano Communicator is a direct selection and keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This communicator operates like a pocket PC, allowing the user to access picture- based or text-based communication. Users can customize images, text, and sound to suit a particular message. The Cyrano Shorthand interface allows the user to type a message which is then spoken in one of five different voice personalities. The communicator has the capa

Daessy Folding Mount

The Daessy Folding Mount is a wheelchair mounting system for communication devices. The unit provides a solid, stable platform that can be adjusted to meet the positioning needs of each individual. The communication device and platform can be rotated down and out of the way beside the wheelchair to permit close-in positioning to a desk or table. Models are available for 7/8-inch tubing, .75-inch tubing, and 1-inch tubing, all in a choice of 6- and 12-inch offset.

Daessy Mini Adjustable Mount (Model M75-Am)

The DAESSY Mini Adjustable Mount, model M75-AM, is a stand for a tablet computer and a computer mounting kit for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, or mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system has several points of adjustment to set up and position the mount. Two rotating joints can be angled and twisted in various directions to adjust the horizontal tube position. The system is supported on the wheelchair by a

Daessy Mini Bent-Tube Mount (Model M75-Btm)

The DAESSY Mini Bent-Tube Mount, model M75-BTM, is a stand for a tablet computer, switch mounting hardware and a computer and communicator mounting kit for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, or mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The mount is non-directional and can be installed on either side of the wheelchair. This product also can be removed from the wheelchair when not needed. The frame clamp assembly includes a

Daessy Mini Folding Mount (Model M75-Fm)

The DAESSY Mini Folding Mount, model M75-FM, is a stand for a tablet computer, switch mounting hardware and a computer and communicator mounting kit for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, or mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The mount is non-directional and can be installed on either side of the wheelchair. The system folds the horizontal tube down to the outside. The folding joint between the two mount tubes brin

DAF Assistant

DAF Assistant is an auditory feedback program for stuttering therapy designed for use by individuals who stutter. This application (or app) for the Apple iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad implements the Delayed Auditory Feedback (DAF) and Frequency-shifting Auditory Feedback (FAF) techniques by delaying the sound of the user's voice from reaching to the ears by a fraction of a second. This simulates the "chorus effect" by making it seem as if the user is speaking with several others to help the user s

Daily Communicator Communication Notebook & Intermediate Size Daily Communicator Communication Notebook

The Daily Communicator Communication Notebook and the Intermediate Size Daily Communicator Notebook are communication books designed for use by children and adults with speech and communication disabilities. Available in English or Spanish, these communication books are intended for use by individuals who can read at word level. The ring binders include categorized lists with tabs printed on card stock. Categories include personal information, about me, family, medical information, medication sc

Dark Lined Letter Writing Paper

Dark Lined Letter Writing Paper is bold line writing paper designed for use by individuals with low vision. The paper is lined on both sides and is sold in packages of 50 sheets. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11 x 8.5 inches. COLOR: White with dark lines.

Darwin Reader

The Darwin Reader is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables a cell phone or tablet computer running the Android operating system to function as a voice output electronic book reader for full-text, full-audio, and combined books and other print media in the standard DAISY 2.02 and 3.0 formats. Darwin Reader has a voice input search feature, and the user can download books directly into their device

DataCal Large Print Keyboard Non-Transparent Opaque Stickers for Desktop and Laptop. Black Large Print Letters Labels on White/Off White/Ivory/Beige Lexan Plastic and 3M Adhesive

The DataCal Large Print Keyboard Non-Transparent Opaque Stickers for Desktop and Laptop. Black Large Print Letters Labels on White/Off White/Ivory/Beige Lexan Plastic and 3M Adhesive are designed for those individuals with low vision to enlarge the top legend of all keyboard keys.

Dazor Esd Safe Hi-Lighting Clamp Base Magnikfier

This Dazor magnifier is designed for the vision impaired. It has a highlighting effect on irregular surfaces. The clear crown-optical glass lens allows for clear and distortion-free viewing. The curve of the arm provides a total reach of 30 inches. Can be clamped on permanently to a horizontal surface.

Dect 6.0 Expandandable Digital Cordless Phone With Answering System (Models Kx-Tg9332T & Kx-Tg9333T)

The DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) 6.0 Expandable Digital Cordless Phone with Answering System is a cordless telephone with speakerphone and voice output caller identification designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. In addition to talking caller ID, other voice output features include a talking alarm clock and talking battery alert. The phone has a digital answering system, speakerphone function, call block, night mode, light-up indicator, and two (

Dees Stinger 90 (Model 196)

The Dees Stinger 90, model 196, is an auxiliary bell designed to provide sound enhancement and signaling of a ringing telephone for individuals who are deaf or hard or hearing. This unit is primarily for use in industrial environments or large open areas. It has a 3-position volume control and emits a 110 decibel ring. The device plugs into a standard telephone jack. POWER: Operates directly from Central Office power.

Deluxe In-Line Telephone Amplifier (Model 2584)

Handset amplifier. Replaces any modular type handset on any rotary or push button phone and may be used with new electronic telephones. Includes plug-in power supply. All connections are made with standard modular plugs.

Deluxe Magnifying Lamp Xr

The Deluxe Magnifying Lamp XR is a magnifier on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifying lamp is designed with 6.600K and 90CRI Daylight that reduces eye-strain and improves contrast. Features include two separate powerful 13-watt Daylight low heat tubes with individual switches, the magnifying lens, and the Free-Motion head-joint. The head-joint guarantees precise smooth positioning of the lamp without the user having to constantly tighten the wing-nut.

Deluxe Prism Glasses (Model A18002)

Deluxe Prism Glasses, model A18002, are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. The prism allows the user to see at a 90 degree angle, enabling the user to read in bed or watch TV while lying flat. A propped-up book can be read while the user's head is flat on a pillow. The glasses can also be used for reading during an MRI scan. The streamlined frame fits over regular glasses. These glasses are latex free and come with a protective

Deluxe Prism Glasses (Model Nc28841)

Deluxe Prism Glasses, model NC28841, are prism glasses designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. These non-magnifying glasses have a prism that turns the image 90 degrees so that no head movement is necessary while reading or watching television. These glasses come with a vinyl carrying case.

Deluxe Telephone Relay (Model 2564)

Telephone signal relay can accommodate up to 600 watts. Can connect several lights to flash on and off when telephone rings. Plugs directly into wall outlet. Installs on any modular telephone. Includes 15 foot modular cord and Y adapter.

Deluxe Wooden Bookchair

The Deluxe Wooden Bookchair is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. Made of hand-finished rubberwood with a cotton cloth support, the unit adjusts to three different angles and folds flat when not in use. Pages are held in place with unobtrusive pegs, which extend outwards for extra-thick books. SIZES: Mini, medium, standard, and big.DIMENSIONS(WxHxD): The mini model is 5 x 5.75 x 0.75 inches; the medium model is 6.333 x 9.5 x 1.25 inches;

Dentaswab Cleaners

The DentaSwab Cleaners are oral hygiene aids designed for use with individuals with upper extremity or oral motor disabilities. These individually-wrapped swabs have a square, soft, foam head and a handle and can be used for oral cleansing or oral motor stimulation. DIMENSIONS: 5 inches long.

Design And Construction Of A Laptray: Preliminary Notes.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Outlines construction of laptrays, particularly for use as communication boards. Describes and provides drawings of various styles of laptrays, discussing size, materials, shape, fabrication measuring, tools and cutting procedure. Discusses wheelchair mounting for laptrays (velcro tape, and wooden runners), and laptrays used as communication boards. Includes drawings. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Vanderheiden, G C TITLE: Design and Constructio

Design-Your-Own Board (Model R0403)

Design-Your-Own Board, model R0403, is a communication board designed to be personalized for individuals with communication disabilities. This board features a keyboard-style letter board on one side and a blank face on the other, enabling the user or a therapist to utilize his or her perferred communication picture set (not included). The durable plastic board has rounded corners.

Design-Your-Own Board With Sticker Set (Model R0404)

Design-Your-Own Board with Sticker Set, model R0404, is a communication board designed to be personalized for individuals with communication disabilities. This board features a keyboard-style letter board on one side and a blank face on the other, enabling the user or a therapist to design a custom display using the two sets of 588 reusable WordWise Stickers (see also separate entry). The durable plastic board has rounded corners.

Designpro Floor Lamp With 3X Magnifier

The DesignPro Floor Lamp with 3X Magnifier is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This floor lamp has a sturdy, unobtrusive base for maximum support and a telescoping shaft and flex neck with an optical-quality glass magnifying lens with 3x magnification. The lens rotates 360 degrees for versatile positioning and flexibility. The flexible neck adjusts the lamp head up and down and twists for easy light positioning. Included is a replaceable 18-w

Desk Board With 27 Cell Braille Slate And Large Handle Stylus

The Desk Board with 27 Cell Braille Slate and Large Handle Stylus are designed for braille writing for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 27-cell per line slate provides a stiff, flat writing surface. The board is made of durable white plastic and the slate is made of metal. A hinged clamp at the top of the board holds the paper in position. Small round pegs are mounted on the black of the slate and fit into the grooves on both sides of the board. After the first four lines of wr

Desk Slate (Model 23-1401-1)

The Desk Slate, model 23-1401-1, is a braille slate designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 40-line, 4-cell slate allows the user to write more braille on 11 by 11.5 inch paper, and is recommended for use in transcribing. It comes with a 28-line masonite board and a braille stylus. OPTIONS: Slate (23-1501-8) and board (23-1601-6) are available separately.

Desktop Reading Stand (Model 1-03220-00)

The Desk Top Reading Stand, model 1-03220-00, is an adjustable bookholder designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable desk top reading stand holds reading material at a proper position for individuals with low vision. This wooden stand has a book shelf that can be moved from left to right, adjustable page clamps, and a built-in carrying handle. DIMENSIONS (HxW): Top surface measures 23.75 x 18 inches. WEIGHT: 9 1/8 pounds.

Detachable Laptray With Electronic Talking Communicator.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Laptray to securely hold electronic communication device on wheelchair lapboard. A hinged vacuum formed plastic housing was designed to clamp to the desk arms of a wheelchair. By lifting the laptray the individual has immediate access to the communicator, yet it is concealed when it is not in use. The top of the laptray provides a working surface for the individual. Includes photographs. SKILLS REQUIRED: Plastics, woodworking. AUTHOR: David Law, Jr., W

Detective, The (Models 999860 & 99861)

The Detective s a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This black and white video magnifier has an in-line configuration, with the monitor above the viewing table, and is available with manual focus, model 999860, or automatic focus, 999861. The automatic focus model has a manual override for special focusing situations. In both models, imaging can be reversed to show black-on-white or white-on-black, to suit individual needs. DIMENSIONS: Monitor is 14 inches. WARRANTY:

Deuce & Deuce Plus

The Deuce and Deuce Plus are video magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. This complete stand-alone system includes a high resolution, tilting LCD screen and a rotating auto-focus camera on an adjustable arm. It folds down to a compact system that can be carried with its built in handle. The Deuce and Deuce Plus offer full color magnification, three 2-color, high contrast modes (black and white, yellow on blue and black on yellow), and an inverse mode. The rotational camera

Developing Health Skills

"Developing Health Skills" is symbolic language pictures and a personal and independent living skills tutorial in a spiral-bound book designed to teach basic health preservation skills to people with cognitive disabilities. The volume offers 153 activities with illustrations and diagrams that require no reading, and includes reproducible blackline masters, introductions, checklists, and objectives for such topics as healthy lifestyles, safety, and protection from sexual exploitation.

Dexteria (Version 1.3.5)

Dexteria (version 1.3.5) is an app that offers a set of therapeutic hand exercises (not games) to help children and adults improve their fine motor skills and handwriting readiness. Dexteria’s hand and finger activities take full advantage of the multi-touch interface to help individuals build strength, coordination, motor control and dexterity in their hands and fingers. For best therapeutic results, the exercises should be done on a regular basis in short sessions. Designed in consultation wit

Dial For Perfect Vision Glasses

Theses Dial for perfect vision glasses are designed for individuals who have a disability which affects their vision. They are strength adjustable from +0.5 to +4.5 power by rolling the dials near the hinges. COLOR: black, maroon.

Dial Scanner For Choice Play

---- “DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --------- PURPOSE: To incorporate a dial scanner to assist children with disabilities with making choices during play. A light-touch switch is hooked up to a dial scanner. For children with physical disabilities, prop the child’s arm to enable easy access. Using a toy such as Mr. Potato Head with pieces, attach the toy pieces with Velcro onto the dial Plexiglas. Pieces are added as choice making advances. To encourage better scanning toy pieces positioning can be alt

Dial-Less Telephone

The Dial-less Telephone designed for use with individuals with Alzheimer's disease or cognitive disabilities. This phone looks like a standard desk phone but without a dial. This phone allows the user to receive incoming calls, but it does not permit outgoing calls, preventing those who make inappropriate or late night calls from doing so.

Dialect Mmx-3 Dedicated Speech Generating Device

The Dialect MMX-3 Dedicated Speech Generating Device is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device is available pre-loaded with a choice of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) software packages and speech synthesizers. Available packages include The Grid 2, Acapela Speech Synthesizer, Symbolstix Communication symbols and Widgit Symbols ; Windbag 3 and Acapela Speech Synthesizer; Mind Ex

Dialogue Vco

The Dialogue VCO is a text telephone universally designed to be used by individuals with and without hearing disabilities. This phone features a hearing-aid compatible amplifier and automatic tone enhancement which amplifies the incoming voice up to 30 decibels. For people with severe hearing loss or who are deaf, Voice Carry Over (VCO) calls can be made through the local toll-free relay service. VCO enables the user speak in the normal fashion while displaying incoming messages as text on the s

Dialogue Xl-50

The Clarity Dialogue XL-50 is a large button amplified telephone with signal indicator designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing or have low vision. The telephone has an audio output jack for connection to a headset, neckloop, or cochlear implant. It also features an Adjustable Tone Control (ATC) that allows for the selection of various amplification levels up to 60 decibels to ensure that every word is heard as clearly as possible. Advanced noise reduction technology also filters

Dictionary Of Braille Problem Words

The Dictionary of Braille Problem Words is a Braille book designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This volume identifies words that may be ambiguous or have other problems when written in contracted Grade 2 Braille. It is published in Twin Vision format with adjacent pages of ink-print and Braille, making it possible for sighted teachers and parents to use the dictionary together with students. It comes in two volumes, A-L and M-Z.

Digi-Wave Personal Communication

Digi-wave personal communication can be used in one-way, listen-only situations or two way communication. Reduces background noise and compensates for poor room acoustics. Clear audio with multiple settings, large display for reading settings. Range of up to 200 feet. Features a transciever and a reciever (for listen only applicaton), sold seperately. 

Digicom 2000 (Models 34, 70, 106 & 142)

DigicCom 2000, models 34, 70, 106 and 142, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This communication aid allows the user to create up to 142 minutes of digital voice recordings and play back the messages. Messages can range from single words to sentences and paragraphs. The device has a touch panel with adjustable sensitivity to accommodate different motor needs. It is also possible to transfer and copy messages and functions from one

Digital Cordless Answering System (Model Kx-Tg4741B)

The Digital Cordless Answering System, model KX-TG4741B, is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The phone features DECT 6.0 Plus Technology for interference-free communication; Talking Caller ID with 50 number recall; 70 name and number phonebook; a large, 1.8-inch white backlit handset display; and a bright LED indicator. Other features include a

Digital Cordless Answering System (Model Kx-Tg6591T)

The Digital Cordless Answering System, model KX-TG6591T, is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals with arthritis or who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The phone features one non-slip handset (expandable up to 6 handsets), DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication) 6.0 Plus technology for interference-free communication, talking caller ID with five number recall, 50 name and nu

Digital Cordless Answering System (Model Kx-Tg6592T)

The Digital Cordless Answering System, model KX-TG6592T, is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals with arthritis or who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The phone features two non-slip handsets, DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication) 6.0 Plus technology for interference-free communication, talking caller ID with five number recall, 50 name and number phonebook, intelligent e

Digital Talking Bible

The Digital Talking Bible is a digital talking book designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The full text edition of the New International Standard Version (New Testament only) is read at the push of a button. The user presses a single button to skip back and forth through chapters and books. Each skip announces the name of the book and chapter number before reading begins. Other features include a large speaker on the front of the Bible and volume levels that can be ra

Dino Bubbles

Dino Bubbles, model TT206, is an exhalation therapy toy designed for children who have had a tracheostomy. The plastic dinosaur bubble bottle necklace hangs on a 28-inch cord and comes with non-toxic bubbles and wand. COLOR: Assorted neon colors.

Dino Whistle

The Dino Whistle, model TT207, is a green plastic dinosaur whistle on a 28- inch purple cord designed for exhalation therapy for children who have had a tracheostomy.

Direction Changing Prism For Keplerian Monoculars (Model 1690)

The Direction Changing Prism for Keplerian Monoculars, model 1690, is designed to provide a comfortable viewing position when using the monocular lens for individuals with low vision. The user is able to angle the monocular down and still see the image ahead. When this is used with the Keplerian monocular and a table top stand, a student is able to view the blackboard without having to refocus or change writing positions. OPTIONS: A table-top stand, model 1670-3, allows for a comfortable positio

Disappearing Grocery List

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: To allow children with developmental, cognitive or communication delays participate in grocery shopping by identifying items with the help of a communication board.

Discovering Cued Speech Dvd / Workbook Set (Model Becv-D)

The Discovering Cued Speech DVD/Workbook Set, model BECV-D, a cued speech auditory-visual sign language training program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or have other communication or speech disabilities. Four instructors teach the system in ten lessons with a variety of activities. Parents, professionals, children and youth demonstrate the system in home and school settings. Fully verbatim open-captioned. The program provides an organized introduction to phonemes

Disk Drive For Notetaker

The Disk Drive for Notetaker is a disk accessory designed to enable users of Freedom Scientific braille and electronic notetakers (Braille 'N Speak, Type 'N Speak, Braille Lite, or Type Lite; see separate entries) to save any file from a notetaker to a standard diskette. The diskettes are formatted in standard PC-compatible format and are readable by any IBM or compatible computer. The diskettes can be used for data storage or sharing or to serve as a backup of file memory for the notetaker. Thi

Display Mounting Hardware

Display mounting Hardware is a communication device accessory designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. Designed for mounting communication displays, the system utilizes link-style adjusting brackets for a range of adjustments. DIMENSIONS: Included are 1.5-, 3.5-, and 4.5-inch links.

Disposable Lens Cleaning Station

The Disposable Lens Cleaning Station is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The lenses are economy, convenience and efficiency, this self-contained, disposable station combines cleaning solution and lens tissues. Fabricated of coated paperboard, the 14 x 21 x 21centimeters high (5 - 1/8 x 8 - 1/4 x 8 - ¼ inches) station has openings for wall mounting. The station contains a generous supply of 600 lens tissues, 13 x 20 centimeters (5 x 8 inches) and a 237-milimeters (8 ounces) polyet

DIY Raised Line Paper

DIY Raised Line Paper is a do it yourself educational product designed for students with learning disabilities to learn how to write. It is created with paper (lined or blank), ruler (if creating with blank paper) and a marker. Instructions below.

DIY Speech Device

The DIY Speech Device provides techniques for creating a disability standard switch use for individuals with limited individuals with communication disabilities due to neurological impairments such as traumatic brain injury or stroke. Material Needed: 'Talking Tins' unit; 3.5 millimeter mono headphone socket. Thin wire (e.g 7strand 0.2 millimeter). Soldering iron (15 to 30 Watt power). Thin solder Soldering flux. Desoldering braid. Cordless drill with 2 drill bits (1x ¼ inches; 1x 2 millimeter);

DIY Stylus

The DIY Stylus is a do it yourself stylus designed for those individuals with upper extremity disabilities to use.

DIY Tennis Ball Pencil Grip

The DIY Pencil Grip is a do it yourself writing aid designed for students with upper extremity disabilities to learn how to write ergonomically. It is made out of a tennis ball. Instructions below.

DIY Washcloth Pencil Grip

The DIY pencil grip designed for individuals with upper extremity disabilities. It is made out of a washcloth. (Pictured left.)

DK Braille: Counting Board book

The DK Braille: Counting Board Book is designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device is a series of flagship high-quality, custom books with braille and tactile images for blind and partially sighted children, or sighted children with blind parents. DK Braille books combine uncontracted Unified English Braille and large type with high-contrast colors, embossed images, and tactile cutout shapes for children to feel with their fingers. The combination of text alongsi

DK Braille: Shapes

The DK Braille: Shapes is designed for use by children and adults who are blind or have low vision. The magnetic shapes help children learn, find, and remember their shapes through die-cut shapes, embossed images, and braille or large format text in this special book designed specifically for blind or visually impaired readers.

Dogs And Puppies: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

Dogs and Puppies, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique se

Dome Magnifier (Models 4473 & 4472)

Magnifier. Dome shaped magnifier rests on and slides over paper. 4472 has 2 inches diameter, aspheric plastic lens with aluminum frame, 2.8 x magnification. 4473 has 2 3/8 inches diameter, planoconvex solid glass lens, no frame, 3 x magnification.

Donegan Optical Magnifying Lenses

The Donegen Optical Magnifying Lenses are magnifying lenses designed for use by individuals with low vision. These magnifiers are of various sizes and shapes and include hand held, self supporting, illuminated, and loupes. They lenses are available in glass or plastic lenses.

Doodle Bug

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of an inexpensive writing aid for individuals with hand injuries, congenital malformations, or arthritis to assist with holding a pen or pencil when writing. The Doodle Bug is a sturdy and child-friendly device with a wooden base covered with felt on one side; a hole in which to place a pen, pencil, or crayon; and a ball-bearing caster attached to the bottom of the wooden base allowing for easy mobility. The writing implement can be easily

Door / Window Access Transmitter

The Door/Window Access Transmitter is a security system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The system comprises two small magnetic contact bars and a transmitter. When the door or window to which the bars are attached is opened, the bars lose magnetic contact, triggering the transmitter.

Doorbell Signaler (Model Ds700) & Economical Doorbell Signaler (Model Ds70)

The Doorbell Signaler is a flashing light signal designed to alert individuals with hearing disabilities to the ringing of the doorbell. When a lamp is plugged into the unit, the lamp will flash four to five times each time the dorbell is pressed. Both models include the transmitter unit, wiring, and a doorbell, enabling them to be used in homes with or without an existing doorbell. Model DS700 also has the capability of transmitting to remote receivers (not included).WARRANTY: One year.

Doorknock 125 (Model K-Dk125)

The Doorknock 125, model K-DK125, is a doorbell signal system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This signal system has a large, bright LED indicator that flashes when someone knocks at the door. The system can also be used as a flashlight during a power outage. Other features include an on/off switch and brackets to hang the unit over the top of a door. A portable system, it can be used when traveling or in offices, dorms, or apartments. POWER: Uses a 9-volt batter

Doro Handleeasy 326I Gsm Cell Phone

The Doro HandleEasy 326i GSM Cell Phone is a large button cell phone designed for use by seniors and individuals with low vision or fine motor disabilities. This phone works with major US GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile (not Verizon or Sprint) and offers calling only. Features include large backlit concave buttons, a display with large characters and high contrast, a vibrating ringer, and a soft touch grip. It also has 15-number redial with caller ID, four one-touch speed dials, seven ri

Doro Handleeasy 330 Gsm Cell Phone

The Doro HandleEasy 330 GSM Cell Phone is a large button cell phone designed for use by seniors and individuals with low vision or fine motor disabilities. This phone works with major US GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile (not Verizon or Sprint) and offers calling and text messaging with full SMS capability. Features include large backlit buttons, a color screen with large characters and high contrast, a vibrating ringer, and a headset. It also has 10-number redial with caller ID, eight rin

Doro Memoryplus (Model 319Ph)

The Doro MemoryPlus, model 319ph, is an amplified telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing or who have limited dexterity or cognitive or memory disabilities. This hearing aid compatible phone features an ergonomically-designed keypad with high-contrast concave keys with low reflective finish, four one-touch photo memory buttons, an easy-grip lightweight handset, and a sure slide cradle. The handset volume can be amplified by up to 30 decibels. Other features include thre

Dot & Print

Dot & Print is a dual braille / print printing system designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This printer can produce standard ink print and six-dot braille on alternating lines. It prints at a rate of 50 characteres per second, using Hewlett-Packard inkjet technology for ink print. In addition to braille and print on alternating lines, it can also produce braille alone, standard print alone, and large print alone.

Dot View Series Tactile Graphics Display (Model Dv-1)

The Dot View Series Tactile Graphics Display, model DV-1, is a tactile graphics display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This portable tactile display device converts graphical information from a computer screen into touchable images in real time. It can display all types of tactile images, including text characters, braille, magnification and reduction, scrolling, and moving images. Users can touch the image of a computer mouse in performing the click and drag o

Doubleday Large Print Book Club

The Doubleday Large Print Book Club is a large print book club designed for use by individuals with low vision. Members receive introductory books at a discount, and agree to buy a predetermined number of books at regular club prices during the first two years of membership. Membership may be cancelled after the member has purchased the agreed-to number of books. Members receive the Doubleday Large Print catalog up to 17 times per year (about every 3 weeks). Each issue of the catalog reviews two

Dr. Peet's Picture / Writer

Dr. Peet's Picture / Writer is an academic tutorial program designed to develop early sight words, encourage simple sentence writing, promote hand/eye computer skills and nurture creativity for children who are developmentally disabled. This program joins writing and reading naturally. It guides first writers in creating simple sentences about things that are interesting to them. They simply click the mouse on pictures of people, clothes, vehicles, food, toys and music. The pictures turn into ta

Dr. Peet's Talk / Writer

Dr. Peet's Talk/Writer is a two-disk reading tutorial program designed to teach to motivate beginning readers and writer to compose text on screen and to provide voice output of typed text to the user for reinforcement and auditory feedback. The first disk, ABC Discovery, introduces the alphabet, provides lessons in recognition of capital and lower-case letters, keyboard familiarity, and a one-line word processor. Disk Two, Talk/Writer, has a word processor with four commands, which uses ECHO vo

Dr. Speech: Electroglottography (Egg) Assessment

Dr. Speech: Electroglottography (EGG) Assessment is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice

Dr. Speech: Phonetogram

Dr. Speech: Phonetogram is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training, aco

Dr. Speech: Real Speech

Dr. Speech: Real Speech is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training, aco

Dr. Speech: Speech Analysis

Dr. Speech: Speech Analysis is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training,

Dr. Speech: Speech Therapy

Dr. Speech: Speech Therapy is a speech training and speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr.Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice an

Dr. Speech: Speech Training

Dr. Speech: Speech Analysis is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training,

Dr. Speech: Voice Assessment

Dr. Speech: Voice Assessment is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training

Dr. Speech: Voice Synthesis

Dr. Speech: Voice Synthesis is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training,

Dr. Speech: Wave Generator

Dr. Speech: Wave Generator is a speech analysis program designed for doing speech/voice assessments for speech-language pathologists and speech and voice scientists. Dr. Speech is comprised of nine integrated software programs that can be used separately or combined in a number of ways to produce a comprehensive Windows based assessment and training system. It is ideal for schools, hospitals, universities, and home therapy and offers a portable, easy-to-use system for voice and speech training,

Draft:builder

Draft:Builder is a word processor program designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities. This organizational tool helps keep the user focused on the writing process by aiding in organizing, sequencing, and integrating information to create a high-quality first draft. This software takes the user through three steps: Outlining/mapping, note taking, and drafting. Outlining and mapping helps build a framework for writing that includes main and supporting ideas. Note taking helps clarif

Draw And Write Notebook

This notebook is designed for children to encourage drawing and writing as an outlet for unneeded energy. Wide double lines provide room for student pictures and creative writing. The first half of the notebook has pages with drawing space at the top and 5 sets of double lines below. The second half has the same pages on the left side. The right side pages have 8 sets of double lines. The notebook may also be used for copying or journal writing.

Dream Dog Print And Braille Series

The Dream Dog Print and Braille Series is a series of braille books designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. These picture books come with braille overlays and a companion Sing Along Songs CD/cassette (sold separately) that stimulates key audio and mental senses to expand the storyÆs message. Two titles are available: Jerome's Jam, in which Jazz the Dream Dog helps Jerome overcome sibling jealousy; and Monsters in Your Bed ... Monsters in Your Head, in which Angie meets mon

Dremel 40 Watt 3 Diopter Magnifier Lamp

Adjustable light on tension arm with 40 watt incandescent bulb 4 inch magnifying lens. 39 inch reach, 360 degree rotation. Small C clamp or screw for wall or table mounting. Touch switch on shade.

Drivesafe.ly

DriveSafe.ly is a voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, vision or learning disabilities. This application (or app) enables hands-free operation of an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, an Android phone, or a BlackBerry phone. This text to speech program speaks aloud email messages, Twitter updates (tweets), and text messages (SMS) as well as the texter’s name. Both male and female voices are available and the user can change the read speed of incoming mess

Drivesafe.ly Pro

DriveSafe.ly Pro is a voice output program and a voice input text message program designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, vision or learning disabilities. This application (or app) enables hands-free operation of a BlackBerry phone. The text to speech feature speaks aloud email messages, Twitter updates (tweets), and text messages (SMS) as well as the texter’s name. Both male and female voices are available, and the user can change the reading speed of incoming messages. The

Dsp Sona Graph (Model 5500)

The DSP Sona Graph, model 5500, is a sound spectrograph. This audio signal analysis workstation includes a real-time spectrograph, a computer-based data acquisition system (with PROM-based software) and a high speed, dual channel FFT analyzer to provide a complete system approach. The unit uses a combination of general microprocessors and special digital signal processing chips to provide a powerful signal analyzer. Any signal in the DC to 32 kHz range can be analyzed by the user and instantaneo

Dt-Led Desktop Led Lighted Magnifier

The DT-LED Desktop LED Lighted Magnifier is a bifocal magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. The unit features a light emitting diode (LED) light that surrounds the viewing area; a scratch-resistant 4-inch diameter round magnifying lens with 2X magnification and a 0.88-inch wide bifocal insert lens with 6X magnification; and a 12-inch hands-free flexible desk/counter swivel goose neck. POWER: Uses 3 AAA batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 7

Dual Screen Reader And Magnifier

Dual Screen Reader and Magnifier is a voice output screen reader and screen magnification program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This program combines the features of LookOUT Screen Reader and Magnus Screen Enlarger (see also separate entries). The program reads contents of the computer screen, while simultaneously magnifying everything on the screen up to 16 times. The program speaks what the user types, and reads documents, e-mails, web pages aloud. No extra

Duplo Consonant Blend Activity

The Duplo Consonant Blend Activity is a do it yourself activity with Duplos, the larger versions of LEGOs, designed for children with language learning and speech disabilities to do. Teaches the child words with common blends.

Durable Tabbed Communication Book

The Durable Tabbed Communication Book is a communication book designed for individuals with communication and speech disabilities. This book is made of virtually indestructible plastic that is washable, has 6 tabbed pages with tabs that are easy to grasp, and is bound with metal rings. The rings come apart to allow the book to the pages to be removed and reordered. The user can attach pictures to the pages in several ways: attach Velcro strips to the pages and the back of laminated pictures; glu

Duxbury Braille Translator For Windows (Dbt Win)

The Duxbury Braille Translator for Windows (DBT Win) is a Braille translation program designed to provide Braille computer output for individuals who are blind. DBT Win is also designed to help persons who are not familiar with Braille as well as professional Braille transcribers to create highly accurate Braille versions of school textbooks and other teaching materials, office memos, restaurant menus, and signs compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Features include compatibi

Duxbury Trutype Braille Fonts

Duxbury TrueType Braille Fonts designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision. These fonts enable users to include simulated braille in Windows documents and in specialized applications they can be used to produce tactile braille.

Dymo Tape Holder (Model 22-0208-3)

The Dymo Tape Holder, model 22-0208-3, is a braille writer accessory designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It attaches to any Perkins Brailler (see separate entries) and permits fully contracted braille to be produced on Dymo labeling tape without the necessity of using a slate and stylus. This accessory is easy to attach and features durable, all-metal construction.

Dynamic Protractible Mouthstick.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Lightweight protractible mouthstick operated by the tongue, intended for use by persons with no active neck motion. Describes fabrication of a mouthstick that would allow a person with high level quadriplegia to operate pushbutton devices. Materials include angle aluminum, rigid plastic tubing, a hose clamp, aluminum bushing, Plastisol and a rubber band. The mouthpiece is measured to fit the individual patient. Includes diagrams, a photograph and refer

Dynasyms Gallery

DynaSyms Gallery is a symbolic language picture library designed to generate approximately 1,700 colored icons for persons using Ke:nx. COMPATIBILITY: Macintosh. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Ke:nx 3.0 or Ke:nx On:Board 3.0. 4.4 megabytes of RAM is needed on the hard drive. OPTIONS: It is also available in a CD-ROM collection (see "Icon Galleries" abstract).

Dynavox Eyemax

The DynaVox EyeMax is an eye controlled input system for communicator that can be used to access DynaVox Vmax communication device (see separate listing). The EyeMax can be used by people of all ages and cognitive abilities with direct vision in one or both eyes, even if they wear contact lenses or glasses. Rapid, stable calibration eliminates the need for frequent caregiver intervention. Calibration is maintained as long as a user’s needs remain unchanged. This system attaches to the Vmax sec

Dynavox M3

The DynaVox M3 is a direct-selection or scanning symbol-based communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, and cognitive disabilities. This dynamic display speech generating device offers scene-based pages that simplify message composition for individuals who encounter difficulty understanding conversations, questions, or directions; primarily use non-symbol strategies such as gestures; communicate only basic needs/information; value picture dictionaries as aids in ex

Dynavox T10

DynaVox T10 and its incorporated compass app, is a portable communication board that includes a range of communication page sets designed to specifically address the needs and strengths of individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Apraxia, Down Syndrome, ALS and other neurological, developmental and communication challenges. DynaVox Compass software is research-based communication option for individuals who cannot use their natural voice to participate more fully

Dynavox V+

The DynaVox V+ is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with significant communication, speech, language and learning disabilities. This device can be used for day-to-day communication and real-time communication in person or via text message or e-mail, and by phone. The device also supports language and literacy development. The V+ is available as a Dedicated communication device or in an open configuration that provides the user access to all areas of the

Dynavox Vmax+

The DynaVox Vmax+ is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech, language, and learning disabilities. This speech generating device can be used for day-to-day communication and real-time communication in person, via text message or e-mail, and by phone. The device also supports language and literacy development. The Vmax+ is available as a dedicated communication device or in an open configuration that provides the user access to all areas of the full

Dynavox Xpress

The DynaVox Xpress is a handheld direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with significant speech, language and learning disabilities stemming from stroke/aphasia, autism, Down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, motor neuron disease (MND) or apraxia of speech. This portable device provides a full range of communication capabilities to support communication in person, on the phone, text message, e-mail, etc. This unit features the same type of touch screen as the i

Dynawrite

The DynaVox DynaWrite is a keyboard-based communicator designed for use by individuals with significant speech disabilities who have strong literacy skills, motor control and dexterity and like the familiarity of a computer keyboard. This device enables users to type messages on the full-sized computer keyboard and have them spoken back. DECtalk and VeriVox voices are included. Rate enhancement features include word prediction, abbreviation expansion, and flexible abbreviation expansion. The dev

E-Library Volume 1

E-Library Volume 1 is a digital book library designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. It includes over 1,500 complete literary works in electronic form, covering a broad spectrum of subjects and written by authors from ancient to modern times. Subject areas covered include Literature, Mystery, Biography, Religion, Children's Literature, Science, Science Fiction, Short Stories, Drama, Westerns, Family Fiction, Greek and Roman Classics, and History

E-Talk 8400

The e-Talk 8400 is a direct selection and symbolic communicator designed for use by people with communication, learning and speech disabilities. This handheld device resembles a small tablet computer. It features a bright poly-silicon (LTPS) 800 x 600 touch screen that can be read in a variety of indoor and outdoor lighting conditions. The e-Talk 8400 also has a built-in microphone and an internal speaker with variable volume, and there is a sound output port for use with external speaker(s).

E-Talk 8400 AAC Device with Cradle

The E-Talk 8400 AAC Device with Cradle is an augmentative and alternative communication device designed for individuals with special communication needs. This device offers an 8.4 inch poly-silicon (LTPS) touch screen, which offers brilliant colors in a 800 x 600 pixel resolution that can be viewed with clarity in both indoor and outdoor environments. It is a is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities.

E-Talk Gta & E-Talk Gtn

The e-Talk GTA and e-Talk GTN are direct selection and symbolic communicators designed for use by people with communication, learning and speech disabilities. These handheld devices resemble a small tablet computer. Each model features a backlit poly-silicon (TP) 800 x 600 touch screen with anti-glare that can be read in a variety of indoor and outdoor lighting conditions. The GTA and GTN also have a built-in microphone and an internal speaker with variable volume, and there are microphone inpu

E-Tran Frame

E-TRAN FRAME is designed for individuals with limited communication secondary to vocal cord damage, swallowing difficulties, tracheotomy, stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), motor neuron disease (MND), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Rett syndrome, dyspraxia, Parkinson’s disease, or people with general communication difficulties. Individuals communicate by using eye-pointing to spell out what they want. It is a communication board in which letters, symbols, or pictures can be used. The E-Tran

E-Z Call

E-Z Call is a switch device designed to activate a hospital nurse call system. The pressure sensitive plate is mounted where the patient may apply slight pressure to it with any part of the body to activate it. A 10 foot cord is provided. Technically, E-Z Call is only a switch; it must be connected to a hospital call system to operate. The manufacturer also makes a portable alarm which E-Z Call may be plugged into (see PA-1 Portable Alarm, by Med Labs.).

E-Z Read Slates (Models 23-0701-5, 23-0801-3, 23-1101-7, & 23-1201-5)

E-Z Read Slates are braille slates designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These are aluminum slates with pins on the top leaf to secure the paper so that the user can read the braille without removing the paper from the slate. Available models include the ##1 E-Z Read, model 23-0701-5, a 27-cell, 4-line slate; the ##2 E-Z Read, model 23-1801-3, a 19-cell, 6-line postcard size slate; the 8 Line E-Z Read, model 23-1101-7, a 28-cell, 8-line slate; and the Jumbo E-Z Read,

Ear Boost Bluetooth Wireless Adaptive Audio Enhancement Earphones

The Ear Boost Bluetooth Wireless Adaptive Audio Enhancement Earphones is designed for use by individuals with fine motor, voice and hearing disabilities. The device assists the user with clear distortion-free digital sound and brings media sound with clear speech and dynamic bass. Additionally, the user can take calls and control music playback using the built-in microphone and remote.

Ear Buff For The Cellular Phone

The Ear Buff for the Cellular Phone is a handset ear pad designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This peel and stick pad fits Motorola and OKI brand phones and provides soft protection for the ear while it reduces outside noise.

Ear Buff For The Telephone

The Ear Buff for the Telephone is a handset ear pad designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This peel and stick pad fits most square handsets and provides soft protection for the ear while it reduces outside noise. COLOR: Raspberry, black, teal, or royal blue.

Ears Emergency Alert & Response System

The EARS Emergency Alert & Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. System equipment includes a lightweight waterproof wireless pendant that can be worn around the neck, clipped to a belt, or worn like a wristwatch, and a system console that can be activated from any room in the house. When the emergency button on the pendant or console is pushed, the user is put

Earware Cell Phone Amplifier

Earware Cell Phone Amplifier is a telephone amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This amplifier compensates for a cell phone’s low volume output to overcome background noise or poor signal connections. It is a universal add-on accessory that can be used with any headset or hands-free earpiece to boost the output volume by 15 to 20 decibels. It is also hearing aid compatible for use with custom in-the-ear or in-the-canal hearing aids without feedback. OPTIONS: Comfor

Easel Base Document Holder (Model Dheb04)

The Easel Base Docuent Holder, model DHEB04, is a copy stand designed to reduce eye, back and neck strain for individuals who spend a lot of time typing. This copy holder is lightweight, uses minimal workspace and stores flat when not in use. The easel articulates to create stable base and it comes with non-slip feet to protect the work surface and prevent unwanted movement. A moveable paper grip with built in digital clock holds the document securely in place as it rest on the deep paper ledge.

Easereader Daisy Player

The EaseReader DAISY Player is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program enables publishers of audio e-books to deliver text and audio content that is protected from unauthorized copying, viewing, or editing of the source text. Content published using this program can be played back on DAISY-format playback devices, but cannot be copied, edited, or distributed in other formats. When content is viewed in applications such a

Easi Speak Sound Station

Easi Speak Sound Station allows non-confident individuals to speak up easily. This product can be used by individuals with ADHD, ADD, learning and cognitive disabilities, and communication disabilities.  Just one button to record, then simply play back and listen (up to 4 hours of audio). Extended uses across the curriculum-oral language, fluency, phonics, speech therapy, intervention, math facts, podcasts and more. Built-in USB to charge via your computer and download (PC, Mac). This product is

Easi-Reader Bookstand

The Easi-Reader Bookstand is an adjustable book holder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. The Easi-Reader features three foldable parts that can accommodate a variety of book shapes and sizes. The unit opens wide for large books and magazines, narrow for standard books and magazines, and narrows further for paperbacks. It is made of chrome-plated steel.

Easy Reader Bookstand

The Easy Reader Bookstand is a bookholer for individuals with limited strength and mobility. This bookstand is made of lightweight, durable chrome-plated steel and folds flat for storage and portability. It has adjustable arms that hold everything from paperback books to large magazines and newspapers.

Easy Talk (Models Prc-1 & Prc-2)

Hands free two way radio communication system with voice activated microphone. Model PRC-1 has 4.6 by 2.4 by 1.06 inches body pack transmitter/receiver with attached headset. PRC-2 has transmitter/ receiver integrated into headset. Transmits up to one quarter mile or more. Volume adjustable uses 9 volt DC or alkaline batteries. Weight 8. 92 ounces.

Easy Talker

Easy Talker is a story-workbook designed for children copping with stuttering. Addresses fluency disorders in students grades 3-12 with story-workbook activities for understanding and coping stuttering. Focuses on holistic approaches to the treatment of stuttering including task analysis to identify needed skills, extensive use of examples, metaphors and exercises for hands on learning and specific activities that help users deal with fear and frustration. Features a clinician's manual and a ran

Easy To Use Icon Maker (Models 4020, 4020-S, & 4020-J)

The Easy to Use Icon Maker is software to create icons designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This program on CD-Rom enables users to print pre-made icons. Model 4020 includes 126 in English, model 4020-J has 198 icons in Japanese, and model 4020-S has 177 icons in Spanish.

Easy-tech Communication Kit

The Easy-Tech Communication Kit includes an assortment of communication solutions that support engagement and motivation across all instructional activities.

Easy-View Magnifier (Model 5820)

The Easy-View Magnifier, model 5820, is a magnifying lens with neck strap designed for individuals with low vision. This magnifier is designed to be worn around the neck, freeing both hands. The magnifier offers 1.7 times magnification with a large rectangular lens made of optical grade acrylic material. DIMENSIONS: The lens is 5.5 x 3.9 inches.

Easyblue

EASYBLUE is a switch adapted Bluetooth device designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or severe physical disabilities. Bluetooth devices commonly used with cell phones are worn on the user’s ear and interface with the cell phone utilizing the voice recognition or dialing features of the cell phone. The devices are commonly activated with a small button located on the device, rendering them inaccessible to individuals with limited mobility. This adapted Bluetooth headset

Easytalk (Models 8, 16, 24 & 32)

EasyTalk, models 8, 16, 24 and 32, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This communication aid can record up to 56 minutes of digitized voice messages on eight recording levels. Users can access messages stored at any level using one or two switches. There are four scanning options: Row/Column, Linear, Vertical and Horizontal. Each key can record a message of any length, limited only by available memory. The touch panel can accommoda

Ec4All

EC4All is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Android phone or tablet computer to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. EC4All is specifically designed to aid a person to communicate with emergency response personnel such

Echo Show

The Echo Show is a hands-free speaker for users control with their voice. The Echo Show can assist users with mobility disabilities or low body movement. Echo connects to the Alexa Voice Service to watch video flash briefings, Amazon Video content, see music lyrics, security cameras, photos, weather forecasts, to-do and shopping lists, browse and listen to Audible audiobooks, and more. The Echo Show is also compatible to make phone calls and video calls with an Echo Spot, Echo Show or the Alexa

Echo Smartpen

The Echo Smartpen is a scanner and digital recorder that records handwritten notes and accompanying audio commentary for people with developmental, learning, cognitive or memory disabilities. The Echo is a functioning pen that uses a high-speed infrared camera to record everything it writes. It also has a microphone embedded in the pen that records lectures or audio notes made by the user to augment the written material. The Echo has an ARM 9 processor, and video and audio recordings are stored

Echora Speech Amplifier

The Echora Speech Amplifier is a speech amplifier designed for use by individuals with weak voices or low-volume speech. It is portable and wireless. The Echora system consists of a chargeable transmitter and a chargeable receiver with two speakers. The speakers can be expanded or folded. There is volume control and up to 6 hours use when fully charged.

Echovoice

EchoVoice is a voice amplification system designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities. The system includes an amplifier, a transdermal throat microphone, a headband-type boom microphone, and a stereo headset. Active tone control allows the user to amplify certain vocal frequencies and negate feedback. A headphone socket allows for a private conversation. A carrying case is included. POWER: Uses four double-A rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Batteries and power adapter for recharging ar

Eclipse

Eclipse is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This desktop CCTV has a high-resolution color liquid crystal display (LCD) flat-panel monitor with user-adjustable tilt-angle viewing. The unit collapses to a compact size for transport. Features include auto focus and electronic zoom magnification from three to 50 times in full color, black-and-white, white-on-black, or foreground/background color displays. It has a moveable x/y table, a forward-mounted camera

Eclipsereader

The eClipseReader is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software plays text documents and DAISY format digital talking books. It has a talking user interface that can be customized for keyboard operation or a simple graphic interface for users with low vision. The software is screen reader compatible. Volume and speed controls are selectable via a hot key or tool bar. The software allows chapter, page, heading, and phrase

Eco2

ECO2 is scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This system is a scanning communicator and Windows 7 computer. Features include a large display screen, an internal DVD/CD drive, custom block scanning, Unity programs, notebook tools, advanced icon import capabilities, pull-down menus, modified access method menus, wireless switch access, Clarity Icons, Icon Browser Tool, and Color Picker

Eco2 With Ecopoint

ECO2 with ECOpoint is an eye-controlled scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. ECOpoint allows the user to access the features of the scanning communicator and Windows XP computer through eyegaze. Features include a large display screen, an internal DVD/CD drive, custom block scanning, Unity programs, notebook tools, advanced icon import capabilities, pull-down menus, modified access m

Economy In Line Amplifier (Model 2600)

Handset amplifier provides adjustable volume gain for most standard modular telephones.

Economy Telephone Relay (Model 2601)

Telephone signal relay allows light to be connected to telephone. Light flashes on and off when telephone rings. Installs in minutes to any modular telephone. Comes complete with 15 foot modular line cord and Y adapter.

Ecopoint

The ECOpoint is an eye controlled input system for a communicator designed for use with the Prentke Romich ECO or Essence PRO communicators. The user sits so that their eyes are approximately 24 inches from the unit, and it tracks their eye movement, using the movement eyes to place the cursor and activate specific functions on the communicator.

Ed-It Pc

ED-IT PC is a braille text editor and braille translation program designed for use by individuals who are blind. This program is a production tool for braille transcribers. It is a "what you see is what you get" (WYSIWYG) braille editing system that allows a braille transcriber to input and edit braille documents. Input can come from the keyboard in a six-key braille writer-style input mode, or from text files via an automatic print-to-braille translator. When the direct-input mode is used (six-

Editor's Desk

The Editor's Desk is a combination tilt desk and bookholder designed to support books and papers at the appropriate angle for reading while providing an inclined surface for writing. The desk features a shelf for books at the top of the writing surface and a lip to hold papers in place on the writing desk. A groove below the lip holds pens and pencils. OPTIONS: Transparent writing pad. DIMENSIONS(WxDxH): 25 x 23 x 11 inches. COLOR: Natural or dark cherry. GUARANTEE: The manufacturer offers an un

Edmark Reading Program, Software Levels 1 & 2

The Edmark Reading Program, Software Level 1 & 2 is the software version of a highly repetitive sight word approach for first grade students with learning or developmental disabilities. The student uses a keyboard, joystick or TouchWindow (see separate entry) to make selections. The student must be able to point, say or sign back a response, and have enough receptive language to understand the cues. The program teaches 350 words chosen from the Dolch Word List and basal readers, as well as "

Educational Advantage Animal Habitats Game

The Educational Advantage Animal Habitats Game is a product designed for children ages six and up with learning disabilities to identify the correct habitat before placing it on the board. On the bingo side, players spin the spinner and pick a card to match the habitat, before placing it on their board. Teachers' notes are included to cover detailed facts about all the animals such as animal type, diet, life expectancy and species. Cutout animals that can be photocopied are also included to cove

Educational Insights Raccoon Rumpus

Educational Insights Raccoon Rumpus is an educational game designed for children ages three and up with learning disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder to improve memory. Features a game of costumes, critters and matching. The critter that collects the most costumes wins. For 2 to 4 players.

Educational Insights The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Game

Educational Insights The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Game is designed for younger children ages 3 and up with learning disabilities or who cannot yet read to promote hand strength and eye hand coordination as well as to develop matching, sorting, strategic thinking, fine motor and pre-handwriting skills. Players use squirrel shaped tongs to pick up and manipulate small acorn pieces. It's a fun game to promote separation of the sides of the hands and arch strength needed for pencil grasp. 2 to 4 play

Educational Playtime with Duplo – Sorting, Estimating, and Building

Educational Playtime with Duplo – Sorting, Estimating, and Building is a do it yourself learning activity designed for children with fine motor disabilities to learn matching and sorting skills with estimating and building.

Eezee Reader

EEZEE Reader is a CCTV video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. When connected to an ordinary black and white or color television (not included) it enables users to read the newspaper, books, prescription bottles, or other printed materials. The material to be viewed is shown on either channel 3 or channel 4 (switch selectable). This device allows the magnified material to be viewed in contrasting black on a white background or white on a black background. the unit is tra

Elba - Braillex El Braille Assistant

The Braillex EL Braille Assistant (ELBA) is a Braille notetaker designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The ELBA features a built-in modem and software providing full Internet and e-mail access. Also included are a word processor, day-planner, scientific calculator, MP3 player, spreadsheet program, database program, and Braille translation program. It uses the Linux operating system. The ELBA has 16 megabytes (MB) of non-volatile flash memory and 32 MB RAM, allowing storage

Eleanor's Big Print Cookbook

Eleanor's Big Print Cookbook is a large print cookbook designed for use by individuals with low vision. It contains recipes for conventional and microwave ovens.

Electronic Artificial Larynx

The Electronic Artificial Larynx is a laryngectomy speech amplifier designed for use by individuals who have undergone laryngectomies. This streamlined, hand-held, self-contained unit is designed to be held against the user's throat as he or she speaks. The unit is equipped with an on/off switch. POWER: Battery operated.

Electronic Horn (Model 2609)

Telephone signal. Electronic horn produces a loud piercing sound when telephone rings. Choice of two sound patterns, horn or warble; includes volume control, 15 foot modular line cord and Y adapter.

Elegant Magnifiers (Model Series 2360)

Elegant Magnifiers, model series 2364, is a hand held magnifier designed for individuals who have low vision. The lens is Biconvex PXM lightweight lens with Duplex coating with magnification ranging from 2x to 2.5x. They are mounted in a gold-plated light alloy with a choice of three handles: red-flamed lacquered with gold-plated endcap; greeen lacquered; and guenuine leather. DIMENSIONS: The lacquered handles have round lens with 80 mm diameter. Leather handle measures 100x50 mm. WARRANTY: One

Elg Television Reader (Model 1651-04)

The ELG Television Reader, model 1651-04, is a closed circuit television (CCTV) system designed for use by individuals with low vision. It consists of an adjustable camera unit set over a moveable table surface on which objects are placed for viewing on a television (not included). The CCTV connects to any television and provides up to 65 times magnification, depending on the size of the television used. Images can be viewed with enhanced contrast or in reverse polarity. The CCTV can be used to

Em Help Phone Fc-4357

The EM Help Phone FC-4357 is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals with low vision or who are hard of hearing. This corded telephone has over-sized keys and 40 decibel (dB) handset amplification. The hearing-aid compatible, concave earpiece helps block external noise, while a flashing light accompanies the ring. The receiver, ringer, and speakerphone all have adjustable volume controls. This phone sets up for wall, desk, or bedside use. A one-touch key automatically

Embossed Pencil Writing Paper (Model 1-04560-00)

Writing paper for the blind. Standard, white braille paper, 8 3/4 by 10 1/2 inches, embossed with heavy guide lines. Available in pads of 165 sheets.

Embrace+

The EMBRACE+ smart notification bracelet is a tactile and visual telephone signal for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The EMBRACE+ will alert the user to incoming calls and other actions from an Apple iPhone or a smartphone powered by the Google Android system. This bracelet will flash or vibrate to alert the user to an incoming call or text. It can also be set to alert the user to event's o the phone's calendar or social media activity, such as postings on the user's Facebook page or Tw

Emergency Caller (Model Ec-1)

The Emergency Caller, model EC-1, is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with physical disabilities. This system includes a waterproof transmitter which can be worn around the neck or carried in a pocket and a base unit which dials up to four telephone, pager, or cell phone numbers when activated. If a busy signal is encountered, the system automatically skips to the next number and will continually try up to three calls per number until the call is answered. Upo

Emergency Contact Data Kit

Emergency Contact Data is a kit designed to help the deaf communicate in emergency situations. Each new member would be sent a free kit and a free mobile app. The free kit contains a credit card-sized photo ID card, 3 key chain tags, 2 cling-on Emergency Contact Data for their windshield/home, and 2 stick-on emergency decals for a mobile phone. If an individual has a cat or dog, the cat or dog may be added to the system. To prevent any identity theft, ECD does not ask for any sensitive informati

Emergency Locator And Smoke Detector (Model 29595)

The Emergency Locator and Smoke Detector is a smoke alarm designed to trigger an emergency locator light. When smoke is detected, the smoke detector sounds the alarm. At the same time, emergency locator light is triggered to help the firemen locate your room. It works best when it is used in conjunction to supplement other detectors. The locator has a red signal light and mounts on window with suction cups. POWER: Nine volt batteries (included).

Emergency Transmitter (Model Et-1B)

The Emergency Transmitter, model ET-1B, is a wireless pendant transmitter designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities as part of an emergency alert system. This small pendant has push switches on each edge. Depressing both switches simultaneously sends a radio frequency signal. The signal coding system allows the user to choose one of 256 different codes, to help protect nearby receivers and transmitters from inadvertently activating each other. This transmitter is compatible wi

Emerson Large Display Caller Id

The Emerson Large Display Caller ID is a voice output low vision caller ID designed for use by individuals with vision disabilities. The large backlit screen on the talking caller ID displays large numbers and the adjustable stand enables the user to tilt the display for easy viewing. The display has three lines: one for time, date, and total number of calls; one for the current number; and one for the current name. The device also features a 60-name and number memory and a lighted LED visual ri

Emerson Large Display Talking Caller ID, Model EM-60

Emerson Large Display Talking Caller ID is designed for low vision people. It displays the callers name and number with time, date, and total number of calls. It is a three line display with 60 name and number memory. The adjustable stand lets user tilt the display for viewing. It is battery-operated so it can be placed anywhere. Features backlight display, total call, and new call counter and lighted LED visual ringer indicator.

Emfuse Color Braille Station

The EmFuse Color Braille Station is a dual Braille/print printing system designed for use in the production of print and Braille books and documents. This unit can print 1200 x 600 dots per inch (dpi) in full color while embossing up to 400 Braille cells per second (cps). It prints double-sided with ink and Braille, and can emboss Braille in 8 different dot heights for high-resolution tactile graphics. It holds 2,350 pages up to 12x18 inches and can be reloaded while printing. It works with bra

Emotion Cards

Emotion cards are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 48 cards includes a teacher's guide and is designed to promote discussion and understanding of emotions, as well as to assist in the interpretation of facial expressions. DIMENSIONS: 8 x 5.75 inches.

Emotional Moods And Needs Grades 3 & 4

The Emotional Moods and Needs, Grades 3 and 4, is a large print communication board of index cards with large print words, alphabet, and numbers. DIMENSIONS: 11 x 14 inches.

Emt Link

EMT Link is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with mobility or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This personal emergency response system (PERS) allows the user to send an alarm and request assistance by pressing a button on an automatic calling console unit or a hand-operated radio transmitter. A telephone connection is established automatically with the SafetyCare Response Center. A third button on the console can be p

Emulate

Emulate software is a keyboard interface program and communication device accessory designed to allow VOIS 160 keyboard users to operate computers using the VOIS keyboard. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and IBM compatible computers.

Enable Eyes Control Bar

The Enable Eyes Control Bar is an eye controlled communicator program and mouse emulator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. The system utilizes state-of-the art eye tracking technology to create an all-in-one computer access and AAC software solution. Users can experience communication through speech generation, emails, instant messaging, and more. The software is designed to put eye tracking tools within re

Enable Eyes Ii Access Module

The Enable Eyes II Access Module is an eye controlled input system for communicators designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. This unit can be added to the ComLink ST3G or ComLink LT3G (see separate entries) at any time it is needed by the user. This unit adds an eye tracking input capability to a ComLink communicator for a user with a progressive disability. If a user can currently use finger touch as the access

Encore Binaural Headset

The Encore Binaural Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Designed for all-day use, this lightweight headset produces sound in both ears and features SES (Sound Enhancement System), a tone switch, an adjustable headband, a swing-away tube-style microphone, a lightweight cable with quick-disconnect capability, and dual cushioned ear pads. The unit supports patented Sound Guard Plus and Call Clarity technologies for superior sound. OPTION

Encore Monaural Headset

The Encore Monaural Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Designed for all-day use, this lightweight single-ear headset features SES (Sound Enhancement System), a tone switch, an adjustable headband, a swing-away tube-style microphone, a lightweight cable with quick-disconnect capability, and a cushioned ear pad. The unit supports patented Sound Guard Plus and Call Clarity technologies for superior sound. OPTIONS: A noise cancelling fea

Endeavor Talker

The Endeavor Talker is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system is a Windows 7 tablet computer that is preloaded with Endeavor Talker Software (see separate entry), allowing the user to communicate with others by touching graphical buttons on the tablet's screen to speak words or compose sentences.

Endeavor Talker Pro

The Endeavor Talker Pro is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system is a Windows 7 tablet comes preloaded with Endeavor Talker Pro Software (see separate entry), allowing the user to communicate with others by touching graphical buttons on the tablet's screen to speak words or compose sentences. The

Endeavor Talker Pro Software

Endeavor Talker Pro Software is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This software enables a touch screen Windows or Apple Macintosh computer to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user can communicate with others by touching graphical buttons on the sc

Endeavor Talker Software

Endeavor Talker Software is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This software enables a touch screen Windows or Apple Macintosh computer to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user can communicate with others by touching graphical buttons on the screen

Endless Alphabet

Endless Alphabet is a pre-reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with communication, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) allows children to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to learn the names of letters, the sounds that letters make (phonics), and words that begin with each letter. The app includes dozens of words, and each word features an interactive puzzle. When the child drags the letter

Eneighbor Adl

eNeighbor ADL is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who live in assisted living facilities. The system includes secure web portal access for staff and family to monitor the individual's activities of daily living (ADL). Each system is configurable and custom- designed to accomodate the needs of institutions. Small, wireless electronic sensors are placed in strategic areas of the assisted living residence. These sensors m

Eneighbor Auto Pers

eNeighbor Auto PERS is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who live in assisted living facilities. The system provides around the clock monitoring of assisted living residents. Staff are alerted even if the resident is unable to call for help. Small, wireless electronic sensors are placed in strategic areas of the assisted living residence. These sensors monitor typical daily living activities of the occupant and communic

Eneighbor Pers

eNeighbor PERS is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who live in assisted living facilities. The system enables the user to get help when needed via an emergency call button. When activated the call button wirelessly contacts dedicated response personnel via a base station. The system includes a base station, a key fob, and a call pendant. The base station has a local display for alarms and alerts, and transmits alarms t

English Braille American Edition 1994 On Cd-Rom For Windows

English Braille American Edition 1994 on CD-ROM for Windows is a manual for teaching braille designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This CD-ROM edition contains the complete text of the literary braille code manual published by the Braille Authority of North America (BANA), including all the print and braille examples, and all the latest officially published updates. This CD-ROM allows both sighted and blind users to access the manual interactively on a personal computer, wit

English Talking Dictionary For Ipad

The English Talking Dictionary for iPad is a voice output dictionary and spell check program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This application (or "app") is designed to work with the iPad's accessibility features. It contains over 250,000 words and phrases, including jargon and proper nouns such as geographic locations and historical persons. Also known as the Ultimate Talking Dictionary, this app reads the definition of a word to the use

Ensemble

The Ensemble is an amplified, captioned, hearing aid compatible telephone with answering system and voice output caller identification for people with low vision or hearing disabilities. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB) using Digital Clarity Power technology, and displays a transcript of the phone conversation in real-time on a 7-inch color touchscreen. Print on the screen can be enlarged by swiping a finger. Transcript is provided by ClearCaptions phone captioning serv

Environmental Language Binder

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ---PURPOSE: To collect printed environmental language (advertisements, signs, etc.) and present it to children with low vision within their visual range to provide opportunities for learning of everyday printed language. Cereal boxes, milk cartons, can labels, bags, logos, and so forth are flattened, trimmed, placed within plastic page protectors, and stored in a three ring binder. The binder is used as a teaching tool for word matching, letters, etc. AUTHOR: McFadden, E.

Eraser For Brailler

The Eraser for Brailler, model 13159, is a wooden braille eraser made specifically for use with the Perkins Brailler (see separate entry).

Ergo Cctv (Models Ergo-75, Ergo-Mc, & Ergo-Fc)

The Ergo CCTV, models Ergo-75, Ergo-MC, and Ergo-FC, is a video magnifier designed to meet the ergonomic needs of individuals with low vision. Each model consists of three separate parts: a removable monitor, which can be adjusted to different height levels; a reading table, which can also be adjusted to different height levels independently of the monitor; and a compact, solid metal floor stand with four wheels and a brake system on the front wheels. Model Ergo-75, also called Ergo-BW, has a bl

Ergo Sof Penagain

The Ergo Sof PenAgain is ergonomically designed to fit to the contour of the hand. This model helps alleviate hand stresses. The natural weight of the writer's hand provides sufficient pressure to apply ink to paper. This eliminates the need to grip the pen, allowing the thumb and forefinger to serve as guides.

Ergosleek Penagain

The Ergosleek PenAgain is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. The wishbone shape supports the index finger while the pen is supported by the thumb, eliminating the need to grasp or squeeze the pen. The natural weight of the hand is sufficient to apply ink to the page. The tip is retractable and the pen is refillable. This pen has a polished aluminum and metal underbody and rubber comfort grasps. DIMENSIONS: 4 inches long

Ergosof Penagain

The ErgoSof PenAgain is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. The wishbone shape supports the index finger while the pen is supported by the thumb, eliminating the need to grasp or squeeze the pen. The natural weight of the hand is sufficient to apply ink to the page. The pen has a soft rubber coating, a retractable cap, and a pocket clip. The pen is refillable and two extra refills are included. DIMENSIONS: 4 inches long.

Ergowriter

The Ergowriter is an easy grasp pen designed for individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. It is designed to alleviate the pain of writing associated with arthritis and other hand afflictions. The device correctly positions the thumb to reduce the stress placed on the wrist. This grasp pen can be used with most standard pens and pencils. Blue ink pen included.

Eschenbach Mobilux 5X Illuminated Pocket Magnifer

The Eschenbach Mobilux Illuminated Pocket Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The specially-designed hinge keeps the top and bottom sections together and eliminates alignment problems when closing the handle. The unit has a 20-diopter aspheric lens, replaceable incandescent bulb, large raised on/off switch, and an attached protective lens cover that can be removed. A storage compartment in the handle holds a spare bulb (included). This magnifi

Eschenbach Mobilux Illuminated Pocket Magnifer

The Eschenbach Mobilux Illuminated Pocket Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The specially-designed hinge keeps the top and bottom sections together and eliminates alignment problems when closing the handle. The unit has a 38-diopter aspheric lens, replaceable incandescent bulb, large raised on/off switch, and an attached protective lens cover that can be removed. This magnifier offers 10x magnification. POWER: Uses 2 double-A batteries (incl

Esd Safe Hi-Lighting Clamp Base Magnifier 3-Diopter 1.75X

This Dazor magnifier is designed for the vision impaired. It has a highlighting effect on irregular surfaces. The clear crown-optical glass lens Allows for clear and distortion-free viewing. The curved arm provides a total reach of 30 inches. Can be clamped on permanently to a horizontal surface.

eSight

eSight is designed for use by individuals with low vision and who are legally blind. It uses technology to capture, enhance, and display a real-time video. eSight is hands-free, mobile, and multi-use, which means that users can move seamlessly between activities, including those that would otherwise be inaccessible due to low vision. There are two main components of eSight: the headset and the controller. The headset houses a high-definition camera, OLED screens, and multiple supporting technolo

eSight 3

The eSight 3 is designed for use by individuals who are visually impaired and are legally blind. The eSight 3, is a lighter and less expensive version than the eSight 1.The device uses enhance technology to capture and display a real-time video. Using a high-speed HD camera and two OLED displays, video is processed algorithmically to enhance contrast and quality. The device is fully portable and has a battery life of 6 hours.  

Essence Pro

The Essence PRO is a handheld direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. It has a 14.1-inch touchscreen with 1024 x 768 resolution. In addition to the touchscreen, the user can interface with the Essence Pro using the on-screen keyboard, keyboard and mouse (included), visual and auditory scanning, or a 1-, 2-, or multi-switch pointer (switch not included). It features

Esys 12

The Esys 12 is a braille notetaker, braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This portable unit has 12 braille cells with 12 integrated cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. The Esys 12 includes a ten-key braille keyboard with which the user can type notes. The unit can be used to read and write text messages and operate a mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), personal computer (PC), or notetaker. The user can

Esys 24

The Esys 24 (also known as the esys24) is a braille notetaker, refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 24 braille cells with 24 integrated cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. The Esys 24 includes a ten-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The unit can be used independently or connected to a PC work station via Bluetooth or USB. It can also be used to send and

Esys 40

The Esys 40 (also known as esys40) is a braille notetaker, refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have vision. This portable unit has a large display with 40 braille cells with 40 integrated cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. The esys40 includes a ten-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The unit can be used independently or connected to a PC work station via Bluetooth or USB. It can be used to read and

Esys 64

The Esys 64 (also know as the esys64) is a braille notetaker, refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 64 braille cells with 64 cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. It includes a ten-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The Esys 64 features grey aluminium housing and black plastic details. The unit can be used independently or connected to a PC work station via

Esys 80

The Esys 80 (also known as the esys80) is a braille notetaker, refreshable braille display and braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 80 braille cells with 80 cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. It includes a ten-key braille keyboard with which the user types notes. The Esys 80 features grey aluminium housing and black plastic details. The unit can be used independently or connected to a PC work station or

Esyslight

The esysLight is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a display with 40 braille cells with 40 cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. It can be used independently or connected to another device via Bluetooth or mini USB. The esysLight can be connected to a mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), or personal computer (PC) to read text messages and Internet content. The two navigation joysticks and four n

Esytime

The esyTime is self contained computer with a refreshable braille display and a braille keyboard designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit has a 32-character braille display with 32 cursor routing keys located above the braille cells. It includes a 10-key braille keyboard. The device has two joysticks and eight function keys located left and right of the display. The user can use the optical sensors and tactile finger movements to advance/reverse the braille lin

Et Braille Printer

The ET Braille Printer is a desktop interpoint printer designed for printing on both sides of the paper at higher speeds for individuals with visual disabilities. The ET is an improved version of the Juliet (see separate entry) with a 40 character line and a speed of 60 characters per second. It will accept paper weighing from 20 to 100 pounds and prints on either one or both sides of the paper. Other features include high resolution graphics and a multi-copy buffer, which will print a 30 page d

Everbody's Doing It!

Everybody's Doing It! is a personal skills tutorial program, symbolic language pictures, and a visual symbol training program designed to teach people who communicate nonvocally or who have speech impairments about their health. This symbolic picture communication book provides 440 pages of full body action pictures to be customized by the user. This book targets 55 commonly used verbs in 527 action situations. Each action is depicted in at least three situations, giving the user multiple opport

Everest Braille Embosser (Model 70010)

The Everest Braille Embosser, model 70010, is a Braille printer designed for persons who are blind or have low vision. The Everest is a double- and single-sided Braille printer that uses cut sheet card-stock paper of the sort that is available off-the-shelf in office supply stores. Keys are labeled in ink and in Braille, and provide voice confirmation when pressed. The Everest will print Braille with dot distances of 1.6, 2.0, and 2.6 millimeters, and it will print tactile graphics images create

Everyday Expressions Aphasia Therapy Program

Everyday Expressions Aphasia Therapy Program, by Diana J. Goodwin, was developed by an experienced speech therapist to give practical treatment material for older aphasic individuals with expressive language impairments. Directly facilitates the recovery of functional communication skills with 78 illustrated expressions organized into five categories of expressions: general social, daily living activities, dining out, at the doctor’s office, and visiting with friends. It is also beneficial to th

Everyday Words With Pictures

Everyday Words with pictures are photo cards designed for use with individuals with communication and speech disabilities. Each large card features a black-and-white illustration of a common object (chair, comb, umbrella, etc.) and each picture is identified with the corresponding word. The word labels are removable for use individually or for matching activities. A teacher's manual is included.

Evo.pen

The Evo.Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with arthritis of the hand. This unit consists of a large bulb-style grasp with a replacable pen tip. The grasp fits in the palm of the hand and is contoured to the shape of the fingers, providing support for the joints during writing. OPTIONS: A set of three pen refills is available.

Exigo

The Exigo is a two-screen magnifier for distance viewing and desktop tasks. The device is intended for users with low vision or who are partly blind, and can be useful for students in the classroom.The Exigo magnifier is designed to let users simultaneously read at a distance (such as a whiteboard) and also read and write at their desk.

Expandable Amplified Cordless Telephone

The Expandable Amplified Cordless Telephone is a cordless amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone offers 53 decibel (dB) gain for incoming voice and up to 95 dB gain on the ringer (ringer is adjustable). Memory storage for caller ID, memory, and redial record. This phone has a built-in splitter on the base for ease in connecting with the external telephone line and the unit supports caller ID. Features include three pre-set emergency keys and three

Expanded Dolch Word Cards (Model 1-03560-00)

Expanded Dolch Word Cards, model 1-03560-00, are braille language flash cards designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. These braille flash cards have words on both sides in braille and print, with one side featuring grade 1 braille and the other side featuring grade 2 braille. A corner cut provides orientation. Words include pronouns, adjectives, prepositions, conjunctions, and common verbs. Some cards feature a drawing corresponding to the word. The cards can be used by a

Experia USA IRiS Soundboard, 8 Frames

Experia USA IRiS Soundboard, 8 Frames is an interactive sound producing picture board with 8 frames to display customizable images or words. Helps to develop communication and language skills. Each controller has been specifically designed for special needs to improve targeted areas; such as color recognition, gross and fine motor skills. Each frame on the Soundboard illuminates and plays one of the 8 pre-recorded messages when controlled by any iRiS Talker (sold separately). Can also be persona

Explora

The Explora is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals who have low vision. Designed to fit in a wallet, purse, or pocket, this magnifier offers 4.5x magnification with single button operation for switching the unit on and off and switching the LED illumination on and off. The Explora features a center mounted camera, non-glare backlit TFT screen, and non-slip coating. The unit comes with two wrist straps that can be mounted for left or right hand use. It can also be mounted o

Explora-Plus

The Explora-Plus is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals who have low vision. This portable magnifier offers 4.5x to 9.0x magnification with single button operation for switching the unit and the LED illumination on and off. The single button operation also controls various modes such as full color, MD with white text on black background, enhanced positive with black text on white background and grayscale where the color is removed for increased clarity. The Explora-Plus f

Explore-A-Classic Series

Explore-A-Classic Series is a reading tutorial program designed to allow children to explre and recreate classic stories for individuals who have a cognitive or physical disability. The programs use animated graphics to make popular children's classics come alive and give beginning readers a chance to shape their own literacy adventures. Three programs are available in a set or individually: The Three Little Pigs; Stone Soup; and The Princess and The Pea. Each program is TouchWindow (see separat

Explorer 14-Inch Custom Focus Black & White System (Model Mse-Ab14)

The Explorer 14-Inch Custom Focus Black & White System, model MSE-AB14, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a camera, a viewing tray, and a black and white television monitor. The monitor can be placed above the viewing tray (the in-line configuration) or in a side-by-side configuration. The system has an auto-focus camera with manual focus override, and a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a business ca

Explorer 14-Inch Custom Focus Color System (Model Mse-Ac14)

The Explorer 14-Inch Custom Focus Color TV/Monitor System, model MSE-AC14, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a camera, a viewing tray, and a television monitor with a True Color screen. The monitor can be placed above the viewing tray (the in-line configuration) or in a side-by-side configuration. The system has an auto-focus camera with manual focus override, and a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a bus

Explorer 15-Inch Pc Compatible Color System (Model Mse-C15-P)

The Explorer 15-Inch PC Compatible Color System, model MSE-C15-P, is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This system enables users to work alternately with both CCTV and computer applications, in order to read printouts, documents, and letters; write checks, memos, and correspondence; and view charts, graphs, photos, or maps. The system includes a viewing tray, a camera, and an SVGA computer monitor. To use the system with a personal computer or PC (not included),

Explorer 17-Inch Pc Compatible Color System (Model Mse-C17-P)

The Explorer 17-Inch PC Compatible Color System, model MSE-C17-P, is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This system enables users to work alternately with both CCTV and computer applications, in order to read printouts, documents, and letters; write checks, memos, and correspondence; and view charts, graphs, photos, or maps. The system includes a viewing tray, a camera, and an SVGA computer monitor. To use the system with a personal computer or PC (not included),

Explorer 19-Inch Pc Compatible Color System (Model Mse-C19-P)

The Explorer 19-Inch PC Compatible Color System, model MSE-C19-P, is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This system enables users to work alternately with both CCTV and computer applications in order to read printouts, documents, and letters; write checks, memos, and correspondence; and view charts, graphs, photos, or maps. The system includes a viewing tray, a camera, and an SVGA computer monitor. To use the system with a personal computer or PC (not included), t

Explorer 20-Inch Custom Focus Black & White System (Model Mse-Ab20)

The Explorer 20-Inch Custom Focus Black & White System, model MSE-AB20, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a camera, a viewing tray, and a black and white television monitor. The monitor can be placed above the viewing tray (the in-line configuration) or in a side-by-side configuration. The system has both auto focus and manual focus capabilities, and a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a business card

Explorer 20-Inch Custom Focus Color Tv/monitor System (Model Mse-Ac20)

The Explorer 20-Inch Custom Focus Color TV/Monitor System, model MSE-AC20, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a camera, a viewing tray, and a television monitor with a True Color screen. The monitor can be placed above the viewing tray (the in-line configuration) or in a side-by-side configuration. The system has an auto-focus camera with manual focus override, and a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a bus

Explorer 25-Inch Custom Focus Black & White System (Model Mse-Ab25)

The Explorer 25-Inch Custom Focus Black & White System, model MSE-AB25, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a camera, a viewing tray, and a black and white television monitor. The monitor can be placed above the viewing tray (the in-line configuration) or in a side-by-side configuration. The system has both auto focus and manual focus capabilities, and a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a business card

Explorer 25-Inch Custom Focus Color System (Model Mse-Ac25)

The Explorer 25-Inch Custom Focus Color System, model MSE-AC25, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a camera, a viewing tray, and a television monitor with a True Color screen. The monitor can be placed above the viewing tray (the in-line configuration) or in a side-by-side configuration. The system has both auto focus and manual focus capabilities, and a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a business card or

Explorer Custom Focus Black & White Camera (Model Mse-Abc)

The Explorer Custom Focus Black & White Camera, model MSE-ABC, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a viewing tray and an auto-focus camera with manual focus override. The system must be connected to a TV monitor (not included). The magnification range depends on the size of the monitor used. Features include a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a business card or phone number, and adjust its brightness a

Explorer Custom Focus Color Camera (Model Mse-Acc)

The Explorer Custom Focus Color Camera, model MSE-ACC, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a viewing tray and an auto-focus camera with manual focus override. The system must be connected to a TV monitor (not included). The magnification range depends on the size of the monitor used. Features include a Freeze Image Mode that allows users to capture an image, like a business card or phone number, and adjust its brightness and contrast.

Explorer Lcd Series

The Explorer LCD Series is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed for wide screen viewing, this CCTV has a 22-inch monitor mounted on an adjustable arm that facilitates adjustment of the screen’s height and allows the user to tilt and turn the screen as needed. The screen can also be positioned for in-line or side-by-side viewing. The system features magnification from 4 times to 70 times, and there are controls for focus, zoom, contrast and brightnes

Explorer Pc Compatible Color Camera (Model Mse-Cc-P)

The Explorer PC Compatible Color Camera, model MSE-CC-P, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV system includes a manual-focus camera mounted above a viewing tray, which can be connected to a personal computer or PC (not included) with an SVGA monitor. The magnification range depends on the size of the computer monitor. This system allows users to work alternately with both CCTV and computer applications. A foot switch is used to alternate between

Express One

Express One is a single-message communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This unit has an extra-large, touch-sensitive area with a pocket to accommodate photos. It can be wall mounted as a talking sign or used as a table top communicator. Touching the picture or the play button on the durable, lightweight unit activates speech. Recording time is 10 seconds. DIMENSIONS: Touch sensitive area is 5 x 7 inches.

Expressionist

Expressionist is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. Expressionist comes with more than cartoon illustrations for 1,000 commonly used nouns and over 120 commonl

Expressive

Expressive is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication cognitive, learning or speech disabilities, autism or low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The program comes with 600 vocabulary pictures using Smarty Symbols. The user selects images he/she wants to commu

Expresso Medium Point Writing Pen

The Expresso Medium Point Writing Pen is a low vision marking pen designed for use by persons with low vision. It produces a 0.5 millimeter-wide black line that dries quickly, and is good for writing notes and letters that can be read more easily by persons with low vision.

Extreme Reader (Model Er-1)

Extreme Reader, model ER-1, is an optical character recognition (OCR) device designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. This device is a stand-alone OCR system designed to convert printed text and text stored on compact disks (CDs) or floppy diskettes to audible speech, large screen magnification (television or monitor required, but not included), a transportable electronic file format, or braille. Features include navigation capability, internal speakers, four-button

Extreme Reader (Model Xr-10)

Extreme Reader, model XR-10, is an optical character recognition (OCR) device designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision or other print disabilities. This stand-alone OCR system converts printed text and text stored on compact disks (CDs) or floppy diskettes to audible speech, large screen magnification (video monitor or TV with VGA Adapter required, but not included), a transportable electronic file format, or braille. This model is a storage reader that reads up to 20 books (

Eye Gaze Frame

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To create an eye gaze frame for a child with intellectual, severe physical disabilities, and/or communication disabilities. An eye gaze frame can be made with simple materials obtained at a hardware store. Using three lengths of PVC plumbing pipe in whatever size and length desired hot glue two round pipe connectors (of the appropriate size) to a 3 x 5 inch wood base. Fit the three pieces of pipe together with elbow connectors and then fit the entire structure

Eye Glasses

Eye Glasses is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a magnifying glass for people who have difficulty seeing. The program uses the device’s auto-focusing camera to display text or an image. The user launches Eye Glasses, holds the device about five inches away from the item he/she wants to see magnified and selects the desired magnification strength (2x, 4x, 6x or 8x). COMPATIBILITY:

EYE POPS!

The EYE POPS! is an advanced whistle and blow toy designed for use by SLP patients to exercise respiratory demand, consistent breathing, and grading of air flow. The user blows into the crocodile and the crocodile's eyes pop out as the patient dramatically blows.

Eye Q Portable Video Magnifier

The Eye Q Portable Video Magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full color, high-contrast picture to enable the user to read maps, print documents, and tags. Photographs, illustrations and three dimensional objects can also be viewed and built-in fold-able legs add increased flexibility for signing checks and writing notes. Other features include enhanced contrast modes (white/black or black/white), automatic brightness contr

Eye Transfer Communication System (Models 10, 11, 12)

Eye Transfer Communication System is a clear plastic panel with an open area in the center. Communication symbols are placed on the panel so as to be visible from both directions. The user and the person with whom he is communicating position themselves on opposite sides of the panel, and the user conveys messages by gazing at the appropriate symbols while the other person follows his gaze. The Eye Transfer Communication System comes with a support frame for mounting. Various combinations of mou

Eye-C

The Eye-C is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Eye-C magnifier features a 4.3-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen with freeze frame and anti-blur technology. It has five levels of magnification from 1.5 times to 17 times and seven color modes - true color, black and white, white on black, blue on yellow, yellow on blue, blue on white, and yellow on black. The user holds the Eye-C over the content to be viewe

Eye-Pal

The Eye-Pal is an optical character recognition device designed for use by individuals who are blind or deaf blind. This portable USB scanner/reader connects to a computer and instantly converts printed material into speech, text files, or refreshable Braille (when used with a Braille display from manufacturers such as Freedom Scientific, Optelec, or Handytech). The unit has two lightweight legs that pivot into an L-shaped arrangement from their compact carrying position. This securely supports

Eye-Pal Solo

The Eye-Pal SOLO is a voice output reading machine and optical character recognition device designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This motion activated optical character recognition device reads from a book, newspaper, or other printed material automatically after the material is placed face down on the unit's scanner. Reading stops when the material is removed. When a hand is waved near the reading material, the reading pauses; when the hand passes again, the readin

Eye-Pal Solo Lv

The Eye-Pal SOLO LV is a voice output reading machine and video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This low vision reading system reads aloud almost any printed material. The unit is composed of a rectangular base with a camera mounted on at the top of an arm that extends from the center of one of the sides of the base. Some controls are located on the side of the base opposite the camera's support arm, and there is a handheld keypad that connects to the base with a cable

Eye-Scan

The Eye-Scan is a voice output reading machine designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Scan scans text or numbers or numbers on paper placed on its flatbed scanner, reads the text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology, and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 10 to 12 seconds in a clear female or male voice. The volume is adjustable using a control wheel on the base of the unit. The Eye-Scan recognizes paper currency so it m

Eye-Scan Low Vision

The Eye-Scan Low Vision is a voice output reading machine and video magnifier designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Scan Low Vision scans text or numbers or numbers on paper placed on its flatbed scanner, reads the text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology, and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 10 to 12 seconds in a clear female or male voice. The volume is adjustable using a control wheel on the base of the unit. The

Eye-Scan Plus

The Eye-Scan Plus is a voice output reading machine designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Scan Plus scans text or numbers or numbers on paper placed on its flatbed scanner, reads the text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology, and speaks the text aloud. It can store up to 20 pages of scanned text, and it has a USB port to allow text to be stored on a flash drive. The unit starts reading the document within 10 to 12 seconds in a clear female or male voi

Eye-Scan Ultimate

The Eye-Scan Ultimate is a voice output reading machine designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Scan Ultimate scans text or numbers or numbers on paper placed on its flatbed scanner, reads the text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology, and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 10 to 12 seconds in a clear female or male voice. It has an unlimited capacity to store scanned text, and it can import and export MP3 media files. A

Eye-Sign

Eye-Sign is an Android app that allows people who are not familiar with sign language to communicate with those who are. It translates text or spoken words into sign language and displays them as a series of video clips on the screen so that individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can understand what the other person was trying to communicate. Eye-Sign is now available now with both a British Sign Language dictionary and an American Sign Language dictionary.

Eye-Snap

The Eye-Snap is a voice output reading machine designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Snap scans text or numbers or numbers on paper, including open books, placed on its flatbed below a camera mounted on an arm extending above the base unit. It then reads the scanned text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 4 seconds in a clear female or male voice. The volume is adjustable using a

Eye-Snap Low Vision

The Eye-Snap Low Vision is a voice output reading machine and video magnifier designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Snap Low Vision scans text or numbers or numbers on paper, including open books, placed on its flatbed below a camera mounted on an arm extending above the base unit. It then reads the scanned text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 4 seconds in a clear female or m

Eye-Snap Plus

The Eye-Snap Plus is a voice output reading machine designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Snap Plus scans text or numbers or numbers on paper, including open books, placed on its flatbed below a camera mounted on an arm extending above the base unit. It then reads the scanned text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 4 seconds in a clear female or male voice. It can store up to 20

Eye-Snap Ultimate

The Eye-Snap Ultimate is a voice output reading machine designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Eye-Snap Ultimate scans text or numbers or numbers on paper, including open books, placed on its flatbed below a camera mounted on an arm extending above the base unit. It then reads the scanned text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology and speaks the text aloud. The unit starts reading the document within 4 seconds in a clear female or male voice. The volume is

Eye-Talks Communicator (Model 3700)

The Eye-Talks Communicator, model 3700, is a communication board designed for use by individuals with severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. Equipped with a self-contained, height-adjustable stand, this clear board enables the user to communicate using an eye gaze while still being able to see the person being communicated with and the surroundings. This communicator also comes with an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) with a suggested activities list. OPTIONS: Goosenec

Eyegaze Edge

The Eyegaze Edge is an eye-operated communication and control device designed for use by children and adults with cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, brain injury, ALS, multiple sclerosis, brainstem stroke, muscular dystrophy, and similar disabilities. Users make selections by looking at keys displayed on the screen for a fraction of a second (eye gaze). A small camera mounted under the Eyegaze screen takes 60 pictures per second of the user’s eye. Those images are analyzed by a processor that i

Eyes-Free Shell

Eyes-Free Shell is an audible screen navigation, voice output dialing and screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) turns an Android device into an eyes-free communication device and provides one-touch access to applications and mini-apps built into Eyes-Free Shell. The user interacts with the touch screen to check status information, launch applications, and direct dial or message a contact. The main screen has seven widget

Ez Com Pro/c

The Ezcom Pro is a text telephone designed to be compatible with analog cellular phones. Because the device does not require acoustic cups, it offers a sleek profile and lightweight portability. The unit is equipped with an audio jack that enables the TTY unit to be connected to the cellular phone with the included cable. The unit is compatible with Motorola MicroTAC LITE XL, Motorola MicroTAC LITE II, and the Motorola StarTAC Series, and others. Standard features include direct dialing from th

EZ LED Handheld Bar Magnifier with Thin Yellow Tracker Line

The EZ LED Handheld Bar Magnifier with Thin Yellow Tracker Line is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device is a 6-inch bar magnifier with thin yellow tracker line, 6 LED lights ideal for reading books, newspapers, magazines, documents, maps, and directions. Additionally, the device is scratch-resistant, optical-grade, acrylic magnifying lens, lightweight and portable.

Ez Magnifier

The EZ Magnifier is a screen magnifier designed to magnify text and other items displayed on a computer screen for people with low vision. This magnifier attaches to the monitor using an adjustable sliding bracket which allows for adjustment of the magnification level. The lens is sandwiched between two optical glass panes which reduce glare and allow for ease in cleaning. DIMENSIONS: Fits 15- to 17-inch monitors.

Ez Read Electronic Reading Aid

The EZ Read Electronic Reading Aid is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This mouse-style, hand-held magnifier is placed directly on top of reading material to display the magnified image in full color on a connected television. The unit connects to a television using the supplied video cable. Internal LED illumination ensures that the image on screen is bright and easy to read. The size of the television monitor determines the actual magnification of the item; th

Ez Track Address Book (Model 1-07910-00)

The EZ Track Address Book, model 1-07910-00, is a large print address book designed for use by individuals with low vision. This large print address book holds 208 names and addresses in a three-ring binder with large alphabetic tabs. OPTIONS: Additional name and address insert refill pages (model 1-07911-00).

Ez Viewer Lcd

The EZ Viewer LCD is a communication device accessory designed to convert the VOIS 160 electronic synthesized-speech generator (see separate entry) into a laptop-style computer for facilitated viewing and full word- processing capability. The EZ Viewer has a 40-character, 16-line display screen with an automatic sensor to adjust backlighting.

Ez-Form Thermoform Duplicating Machine

The EZ-Form Thermoform Duplicating Machine is a copy machine for producing tactile relief images for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device will copy any brailled or embossed original by means of a vacuum forming process. The original is placed in the unit, a sheet of Brailon (see separate entry) is placed over the original and secured, the heating unit is pulled into position which starts the automatic timer. The vacuum pump starts automatically to produce a copy. Originals mu

Ezcom Pro

The EZcom Pro is a text telephone designed to connect directly to a standard telephone line. Because the device does not require acoustic cups, it offers a sleek profile and lightweight portability. Standard features include direct dialing from the keyboard; Turbo Code for more natural conversations with interrupt capability; a two-line, 48-character display; programmable one-touch greeting to answer calls; a pre-programmed voice carryover request key; last number redial; go ahead (GA) and Stop

Ezcomm

The EzCOMM is a handheld direct selection and symbolic communicator and tablet computer designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities, autism or spinal cord injury. It has a 12.1-inch touch screen with 1024 x 768 resolution (landscape), and a high density, impact-resistant case. In addition to the touch screen, the user can interface with the EzCOMM using a variety of switches that can connect to the units dual switch ports. Windows 7 P

Ezgrip Ez1 Ballpoint Pen

The EzGrip Ez1 Ballpoint Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with arthritis or other grasping or upper extremity disabilities. This ergonomically designed writing instrument has a design that cradles and conforms to your extended finger and tip, requiring only one finger, knuckle, or thumb to exert sufficient downward pressure to write, eliminating the need to squeeze the pen. COLOR: Red, blue or black transluscent barrel with black grasp; black ink only.

Ezgrip Pen/tool Grip

The EzGrip Pen/Tool Grip is is a pen, pencil, tool or utensil holder designed for use by individuals with arthritis or other grasping or upper extremity disabilities. Made of a soft rubber composite that is hypoallergenic and can be cleaned and chemically sterilized, this ergonomic slip-on grip works with pens, pencils, modeling tools and knives, picks, probes, scribes, and other pencil-like tools and utensils. This grip requires only one finger, knuckle, or thumb to exert downward pressure on t

Ezgrip Resq Gel Pen

The EzGrip ResQ Gel Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with arthritis or other grasping or upper extremity disabilities. This ergonomically designed writing instrument has a sculptured design which requires only one finger, knuckle, or thumb to exert sufficient downward pressure to write, eliminating the need to squeeze the pen. COLOR: Metallic barrel with blue grasp; black ink only.

Ezy Mag (Model Hf421) & Easi View (Model Hf146)

Magnifying lens with neck strap. Model HF421 ($14.75) has two lenses: a 4 inch utility lens and a small high power inspection lens. Model HF146 ($38.95) provides 1.3 times magnification.

Fab Frenchay Alphabet Board

Fab™ Frenchay Alphabet Board is designed for individuals who are able to read but are unable to speak. This may be due to vocal cord damage, swallowing difficulties, tracheotomy, stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), motor neuron disease (MND), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Rett syndrome, dyspraxia, Parkinson’s disease, or people with general communication problems, ventilation or speech difficulties. FAB™ provides a communication solution for nursing homes, day centers, critical care units, s

Faber-Castell Dust-Free Eraser

The Faber-Castell Dust-Free Eraser is an easy grasp eraser designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities. Shaped like a rectangle, this eraser aids in finger positioning and grip. It causes less dust which takes less effort to brush it away after erasing too. This eraser works with standard and colored pencils.

Faber-Castell Grip Erasers

Faber-Castell GRIP Erasers are easy grasp erasers designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities. The set of three erasers includes one round, one oval, and one triangular, each of which are designed to be easy to hold. This eraser works with standard and colored pencils.

Faber-Castell Grip Pencil

The Faber-Castell Grip Pencil is an easy-grasp pencil designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor disabilities. These wooden pencils combine an ergonomic triangular shape with a soft-grasp zone. The lead is break-resistant, dermatologically tested, and designed to be easy to sharpen. These pencils are available in five grades of hardness (2B, B, HB, H, and 2H); 2B is the softest, while 2H is the hardest.

Faber-Castell Jumbo Grip Ecopencil

The Faber-Castell Jumbo GRIP EcoPencil is an easy grasp pencil designed for use by individuals with arthritis or grasping or fine motor disabilities. These wooden pencils are sold in sets of two and combine an ergonomic triangular shape with a soft-grasp zone of raised dots to encourage the proper grip. The graphite lead is break-resistant, and the pencils are pre-sharpened.

Fabian Writing / Reading Aid (Model H73500)

The Fabian Writing/Reading Aid, model H73500, is an overhead bookholder and writing board designed to allow individuals confined to a bed in a supine position to read and write. The unit consists of a vertical support bar which attaches to the headboard of the bed with padded clamps (included), or to the wall with screws. The overhead fixture swings horizontally to any desired position, and supports the easel which adjusts to a wide range of angles. The metal parts are chrome-plated steel, and t

Fabric Communication / Choice Notebook Cover (Model 032044)

The Fabric Communication / Choice Notebook Cover, model 032044, is a communication book page designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. The cover attaches to a standard-size binder with elastic straps and is made of Velcro-friendly fabric on which Velcro-backed pictures can be placed. The user points to a picture to communicate a message. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 21.5 x 11.5 inches.

Fabric Flip Chart (Model 032147)

The Fabric Flip Chart, model 032147, is a communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. The chart comes with a set of four Velcro-receptive loop pages that are attached to a four-ring plastic stabilization board. Velcro backed pictures or cutouts can be placed on each page and the user points to a picture or word to communicate a message. DIMENSIONS (LxW): Pages are 4 x 19 inches.

Facepaint

Facepaint is a simple drawing and reading tutorial program designed for use by young children with physical and cognitive disabilities. This program offers a choice of male or female faces in a selection of four skin colors. Non-readers can build faces by choosing from a selection of features on the screen. Early readers can type in words for their choices and watch the faces build. The faces can be printed or saved to disc. If the computer is equipped with a sound recorder, created faces can be

Facts Board

The FaCTS Board is a communication board designed to be a simple, inexpensive, low-tech device for facilitated communication. The board consists of card stock printed with the alphabet in QWERTY format and some blank spaces. The back side of the sheet has all blank spaces, which may be used for picture symbols or words. The card stock attaches with report clips to a plexiglass template with .5-inch holes for each letter on the keyboard. The holes provide tactile feedback and a more defined visua

Family First Medical Alarm System

The Family First Medical Alarm System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The standard system includes a base console and interchangeable emergency responding buttons that can be worn on the user's wrist or around the neck. Pressing a button on the console or remote button initiates live two-way voice communication with the monitoring center, which will follow up by calling emer

Familylink

FamilyLink is a tablet computer with a touch screen with an attachable keyboard and a home emergency monitoring system designed to provide the means for a child or caregiver to monitor remotely a person with a cognitive disability or a senior. The FamilyLink is a tablet computer that is pre-loaded with a suite software of software that allows a person to communicate with and monitor a person from a distance. The FamilyLink requires a wireless internet connection and a subscription to the FamilyL

Favorite Hymns

Favorite Hymns is a large print book designed for use by individuals with cognitive disabilities, Alzheimer's disease, and low vision. This book offers high-contrast Christian-themed illustrations and a selection of lyrics to 24 Hymns in very large print. The book has a lay-flat binding.

Feed the Penguin (#365 PENGUINS)

#365PENGUINS is a do it yourself activity designed for children with sensory processing disorder to do with their parents at home in the evening, after their bath. #365 Penguins is a children’s book (see product) that goes along with this do it yourself activity. The child hears a knock at the door (from the parent) and goes to the door to find the penguin in a purple box, collects the penguin and places it on the fireplace, next to its brothers and sisters. This activity teaches organization an

Fidget Pencils

Fidget Pencils are available in packs of four, and each of the four pencils has a different "fidget" near the eraserhead of the pencil that can be transferred to other pencils. Stay alert by fidgeting with the wing nut, the nut and bolt and two other fidgets. OPTIONS: Pack options: 4 or 24 pack. SIZES: Once size. DIMENSIONS: 9 inches length x 3 inches width x 0.6 inches depth. WEIGHT: 1.6 ounces. COLOR: Variety. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Finger Loop Writing Device

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Finger splint made of molded plastic to position fingers in an optimal three point pinch for writing. Describes constructing a loop splint made of 18 inches of 1/2 inch plastic which can be molded when warmed in hot water. Designed to be less bulky than a regular splint. Must be made to fit each individual. Includes drawings. COMMENTS: Designed by Dorie Milner, OTR, Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, 400 E 34th Street, New York 10016. SKILLS REQUIRE

Finger Print Pen

The Finger Print Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with arthritis of the hand, limited distal mobility, or limited grasping ability. This small pen is attached to a ring into which slides the tip of one finger and requires only one other finger to steady it. SIZES: Small, medium, and large.

Fingerspelling

Fingerspelling is a finger spelling workbook and video training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The video program is designed to assist the user in improving finger spelling skills and demonstrates practice suggestions. A 24-page book is included.

Fingerspelling Practice Tapes

Fingerspelling Practice Tapes are sign language training programs designed for use by individuals who are learning sign language. Each 60-minute videotape is designed to assist the user in improving fingerspelling skills and comprehension. Available topics (each sold separately) include Geographical Locations, Proper Names, Fingerspelled Loan Signs, and Miscellaneous Items.

Finish Line

Finish Line is a software program which can predict words for the user during text entry. Once the program learns the user's frequently typed words and phrases, then word and phrase choices will appear in pop-up windows as the user enters text. To select a word from the list, the user presses the "hot-key" which corresponds to the chosen word, the word or phrase is then automatically inserted into text. The "hot-keys" are designated by the user and the symbols of these keys appear in the pop-up

Fire Alarm Transmitter

The Fire Alarm Transmitter is an emergency alert system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Designed to be wired into a home or building, the triggering of the fire alarm causes the transmitter to signal any Silent Call Receiver (not included), causing it to vibrate and/or flash and illuminate the "FIRE" light. WARRANTY: Five years.

First Alert Smoke Detector (Model Sa100S)

The First Alert Smoke Detector, model SA100S, is a smoke alarm designed for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This detector features a bright 177 candela strobe light that flashes 60 times per minute to wake people who cannot hear audible alarms. Other standard features include a test button to check all detector and strobe functions and an 85 decibel audible alarm. This unit can be used independently or be interconnected with up to 11 identical units. POWER: This alarm is hardwired t

First Color Words

First Color Words is educational game software designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. It includes five game programs designed to teach ten basic colors and how to read and spell their names. One game program, the Rainbow Game, teaches the colors using American Sign Language, cued speech, fingerspelling, or speech. Live video is used for signing, cueing, and fingerspelling. The other four game programs (the Butterfly Game, the Cat Puzzle Game, the Star Game, and the Zebra G

First Keys

First Keys is a language tutorial program and computer keyboarding instruction program designed for children with learning or cognitive disabilities. It links the development of keyboard awareness to early literacy skills. It is suitable for young children or older pupils with learning difficulties. Users develop keyboard skills through picture matching, letter recognition, word building, and spelling exercises. The location of keys is taught by matching letters with pictures and speech. The pro

First Letters And Phonics

First Letters and Phonics is a pre-reading, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with developmental or learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder or language disabilities. This application (or app) is a phonics-based interactive game that is designed to help children develop fine motor skills, learn to recognize both uppercase and lowercase letters, learn the names of letters, learn the sounds that letters make (phonics), and learn words that begin with each

First Letters And Phonics Lite

First Letters and Phonics Lite is a pre-reading, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with developmental or learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder or language disabilities. This application (or app) is a phonics-based interactive game that is designed to help children develop fine motor skills, learn to recognize letters, learn the names of letters, and learn the sounds that letters make (phonics). The game includes a simple matching game and two origina

First Words Classic Version (Model 101-Wp)

First Words Classic Version, model 101-WP, is a vocabulary enhancement and tutorial program designed to provide highly-structured tutorial training of early-developing nouns and verbs for children or adults with developmental, physical or language learning disabilities or autism. This program uses colorful pictures, an encouraging voice, and a lovable animated character called the Blob to teach and test 50 of the earliest developing nouns within 10 categories. Each noun is represented by two ill

Firstwords: Animals

FirstWords: Animals is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 45 animals with sounds. The app helps children develop fine motor skills and learn to recognize and match letters, learn the sounds letters make, learn the names of letters, and learn how to spell words. Difficulty level can be adjusted. The user interface has been tested w

Firstwords: At Home

FirstWords: At Home is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes over 50 familiar items around the house with original artwork and entertaining sound effects. A letter name is spoken when it is touched and it snaps into place when it is pushed to the right location. Children will hear the word spelled out when they complete a word. Children can pl

Firstwords: Christmas

FirstWords: Christmas is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 26 illustrated Christmas words with matching holiday sounds, including bell, toys, cookies and star. Children can learn about letters and words by themselves or with others by pushing the letters into place and saying the names of the letters. Both phonics (speech sounds) and lette

Firstwords: Deluxe

FirstWords: Deluxe is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 174 words, including 48 animals, 35 vehicles, 14 colors, 22 shapes, and 55 words from around the house. The user interface has been tested with toddlers and young children and is designed specifically for little fingers. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPhone, iPod Tou

Firstwords: Feelings

FirstWords: Feelings is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 38 words, including sad, glad, curious and calm, to help children identify and understand common emotions and feelings by matching letters of the alphabet and spelling words. Each feelings word is paired with a facial expression and sound effect to further reinforce the me

Firstwords: Halloween

FirstWords: Halloween is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 38 illustrated words from pumpkin to ghost, each matched with spooky sound effects. It can be used as a learning tool that engages children, encourages exploration and helps them understand the relationships between letters and words. Children can play by themselves or wi

Firstwords: Professional

FirstWords: Professional is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program designed for use by teachers and speech language pathologists working with children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes over 350 words and 12 categories of words, including shapes, numbers, food, feelings, clothes, and animals. The app can be used to help children develop fine motor control, letter recognition, phone

Firstwords: Shapes

FirstWords: Shapes is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 22 shapes from dot to line to octagon. Children can learn about letters and words by themselves or with others by pushing the letters into place, saying the names and enjoying the spinning shapes. Difficulty level can be adjusted to match the abilities of individual children. The user

Firstwords: Vehicles

FirstWords: Vehicles is a pre-reading and spelling tutorial program for children with language, developmental or learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. This application (or app) is an interactive game that includes 26 vehicles with entertaining sounds and high-quality speech. Children can play the game by themselves or with others by talking about the vehicles, saying the names of the letters, and watching them spin and make their vehicle noises. Children can use phonics (speech soun

Five Finger Typist

The Five Finger Typist is a typing instruction program designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand. Suitable for right- or left-handed typists, the program is designed to enable users to place their fingers on the home row of the keyboard and mimic the animated on-screen hand movements through a series of exercises. This program enables users to work at their own pace by beginning with simple exercises and gradually learning more keystrokes. The program also tracks typing accuracy

Fix For Fixing Braille Errors

DO IT YOURSELF PURPOSE: To enable an individual doing braille transcription to accurately correct an error while the document is still in the brailler. Place a fresh sheet of braille paper in the braille writer and space to the center of the line, approximately at cell 22 or 23. Write the braille letter "x" and follow it with a space, then type the braille letter "y." Press keys one and three with the left hand and simultaneously using a permanent ink pen to draw a vertical line or dot on the si

Fixture For Use With Typewriter Or Other Keyboard

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to stabilize the hands of someone with uncontrolled motions, to permit use of a keyboard. Describes device made of clear plexiglass with padded holes for the hands to fit through. The plexiglass is in a channel and can slide back and forth so the person can reach the whole keyboard, which is mounted on a tilt for maximum visibility. The keys are struck with pencils held in each hand, held on with elastic straps. Includes drawing. SKILLS REQUIRED

Fizzy Dough Pre-Cursive Handwriting

This Fizzy Dough Pre-Cursive Handwriting is a do it yourself activity for children with upper extremity disabilities to learn cursive handwriting in a fun way.

Fl4Sh Deluxe Kit

The Fl4sh Deluxe Kit is a scanning or direct selection communicator package designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The package includes one Fl4sh Scanning Communicator, one overlay binder, one rechargeable battery pack with alternating current (AC) adaptor, one sixteen-minute memory module, one additional eight-minute memory module, 24 blank overlay sleeves, three QuickStart overlay sleeves (MASTER for out-of-the-box training, Social Interaction to get started communica

Fl4Sh Scanning Communicator

The Fl4sh Scanning Communicator is a scanning or direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The device can be activated by direct selection, with one or two switches, or by connecting one switch for each message location. The unit offers three scan modes with adjustable scanning rate, including automatic scan, step scan and two-switch step scan. Auditory scanning options are accessed by the touch of a button, with a choice of message, prompt, o

Flaghouse Smart Talk 4 (Model W35489)

The Flaghouse Smart Talk 4, model W35489, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device can record up to four five-second messages. The user can activate a message by pressing the corresponding square. Icons or pictures (not included) can be placed behind the protective covers over the squares. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 5 x 2.5 x 12 inches. WARRANTY: 1 year warranty.

Flaghouse Smart Talk 8 (Model W35486)

The Flaghouse Smart Talk 8, model W35486, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device can record up to eight five-second messages. The user activates the message by pressing the corresponding square. Icons or pictures (not included) can be placed behind the protective covers over the squares. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 8 x 2.5 x 12 inches. WARRANTY: 1 year warranty.

Flash Cards - Actions

Flash Cards - Actions is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach children new words, build vocabulary and convey new concepts. The app contains 52 flash card

Flash Cards - Alphabet

Flash Cards - Alphabet is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach children new words, build vocabulary and convey new concepts. The app contains 26 flash car

Flash Cards - Earth Science

Flash Cards - Earth Science is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a science, language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach children new words, build vocabulary and convey new concepts relating to eart

Flash Cards - Emotions

Flash Cards – Emotions is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a behavior, language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help children or students learn to identify, understand and respond to the emotions

Flash Cards - Fruits And Nuts

Flash Cards – Fruits and Nuts is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach children new words and build vocabulary. The app contains 50 flash cards displaying

Flash Cards - Musical Instruments

Flash Cards – Musical Instruments is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to expand a child or student’s vocabulary as well as enhance their concept development

Flash Cards - Sports

Flash Cards – Sports is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to encourage a child or student’s physical and social development. The app contains 50 flash cards

Flash Cards - Things You Eat

Flash Cards – Things You Eat is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help a child or student develop their vocabulary of common foods. The app contains 60 fl

Flash Cards - Things You Play With

Flash Cards – Things You Play With is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, personal skills, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach a child or student the vocabulary for common toys. The app

Flash Cards - Things You Wear

Flash Cards – Things You Wear is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program, and a personal skills, independent living skills, language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help a child or student develop their voca

Flash Cards - Vegetables

Flash Cards – Vegetables is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and an personal skills, independent living skills, language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help a child or student develop their vocabular

Flash Cards - Vehicles

Flash Cards – Vehicles is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a personal skills, language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help a child or student develop their vocabulary and recognize common vehicle

Flash Cards - Zoo Animals

Flash Cards – Zoo Animals is an auditory perceptual training program, a flash card program and a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help a child or student develop their vocabulary relating animals. The app contains 50 flas

Flashcard Booklet

Flashcard Booklets are Blissymbol language pictures designed for visual symbol training of the Blissymbol alternative communication system. The booklets each contain 248 individual cards with symbols printed on medium weight Bristol board and listed in English alphabetical order. The booklets are available with Colour (BM308) or Black and White (BM309) pictures. Blank cards are included for adding vocabulary. DIMENSIONS: Each card is 2 5/8 inches square.

Flashing Remote Doorbell

The Flashing Remote Doorbell is a flashing light signal designed to alert individuals with hearing disabilities to the ringing of the doorbell. Encased in a clock base with LED display, this remote doorbell features a flashing light and night-light settings in addition to 32 different musical chimes options. This unit also functions as a standard alarm clock and stopwatch and works up to 50 feet away from the doorbell. The unit comes with hanging hardware. POWER: Battery backup uses 4 AAA batter

Flashlight Magnifier (Models 4130, 4131, 4132, 4430, 4431, & 4432)

Flashlight with magnifying lens in cone on one end. Cone rests on printed material. Magnifications from 5X to 10X. Diameters of lens vary. Some battery operated or on 110 volt AC.

Flat 4X Magnifier (Model 4730)

Flat magnifier with high intensity light. Fits in pocket. 4X magnification. POWER: 2 AA batteries.

Flat Screen Magnifier

The Flat Screen Magnifier is a computer screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This screen magnifier is designed for flat screen computer monitor measuring from 14 to 17 inches diagonal. It enlarges the image up to 50 percent while also reducing glare and blocking ultra-violet (UV) rays. The screen mounts on the top of the computer monitor with hook-and-loop fasteners and brackets (included).

Flex-Eye

Flex-Eye is a CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV has a flex-arm mount that offers almost unlimited choice of camera positions and angles. It can be used for crafts and small repairs as well as reading text, and it can be rotated sideways to allow the user to view his or her own face. This high-resolution video magnifier offers a choice of color, black and white, or reverse image viewing. Focusing is automatic. The camera unit connects to an ordinary television set (n

Flexi-Paper

Flexi-Paper is tactile graphics paper designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Flexi-Paper can be used with the Tactile Image Enhancer (TIE) and Tactile Image Enhancer Junior (TIE Junior) tactile graphics embossers or with a Thermo-Pen (see separate entries) to create tactile maps, tactile educational materials, and other tactile documents. Flexi-Paper documents can be folded or crumpled without creasing or distorting the tactile image. Flexi-Paper is sold in multiple lo

Flexible Magnifiers

The Flexible Magnifiers are portable hand or page magnifying lenses designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed for reading newspapers, telephone directories, and menus or doing craftwork and other close–up work, these lightweight, unbreakable magnifiers provide 2x magnification. SIZES: Wallet size, bookmark size, and page size.

Flexible Universal Mobile Mount (Fumm)

-- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a universal smartphone mount for use by people with and without disabilities. The Flexible Universal Mobile Mount (FUMM) is an adaptation on the basic function of propping a smartphone in a useful position. Instead of being restricted to only certain devices or angles, the device's flexible arms and nano suction pads make it possible for the FUMM to be used with almost any phone, removing the need to buy a new stand when changing or upgrad

Flip & Communicate Wrist Wrap

Flip & Communicate Wrist Wrap is designed for use by individuals with limited communication secondary to vocal cord damage, swallowing difficulties, tracheotomy, stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), motor neuron disease (MND), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Rett syndrome, dyspraxia, Parkinson’s disease, or people with general communication difficulties. The Flip & Communicate Wrist Wrap is a stretchy wrist wrap with windows where images or photos can be inserted for user to select fro

Flip And Talk (Model 2085)

Flip and Talk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This communication aid straps to the users waist. He/she simply flips through the four icon holders to select the desired message and then lightly squeezes the icon and to play the pre-recorded message. Icon holders can hold several paper icons or photos. This unit has 12 levels with recordable level announcer with a total of sixty five-second messages and 300 seconds of to

Flip Top Easel

Flip top easel has a 45 degree angle with book edge for reading and a reverse 30 degree slant for writing and drawing. Skid resistant base. 18 inches wide by 16 inches high.

Flipper

Flipper is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Flipper consists of a lightweight camera that sits on a rolling base, rotates 225 degrees and connects to any television. The user points the camera in the desired direction and views the magnified image on the connected television screen. Control knobs allow the user to change the magnification level and contrast. This magnifier can also be connected to a computer monitor, although additional hardware may be required.

Flipper Panel (12-Inch)

The Flipper Panel (12-inch) is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable magnifier integrates the Flipper (see entry for the Flipper) rotating camera with a slim, liquid crystal display (LCD) platform. The discrete camera projects a full-color, auto-focus image on the screen, enabling the user to read, view distance, and write at school, in the office, at home and much more. This model offers 3x to 12x magnification and photo, negative, standard, and posit

Flipper Stand

The Flipper Stand is a video magnifier stand designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is compatible with both the Flipper and FlipperPort video magnifiers (see separate entries). It holds the Flipper or FlipperPort camera unit 15 inches above a platform to view blackboards, screens, and presentations in a classroom or auditorium setting. The camera can be rotated left or right. The stand also converts to a desktop video magnifier by pointing the camera unit down towards the table. The

Float Board Communicator

---- DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --------- PURPOSE: To create a do-it-yourself device which allows individuals with communication disabilities to communicate by pointing to symbols while in the pool. The float board is made up of three parts. The upper part is an upside-down plastic bucket that is bonded to a section of float board. A float board can be obtained at any sports store. The second part, underneath the float board is a much smaller plastic jar, filled with concrete. This jar is then bonded

Floating Communication Board

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To create a waterproof communication board that can float in the pool, bath, or water table for an individual with communication disabilities. Create and laminate the communication board, place it in a zip lock plastic bag and seal, pushing any excess air out so it lays flat. Place loop Velcro on a foam garden kneeler and hook Velcro on the back of the plastic bag with the communication board. Make sure the pictures on the communication board are facing up. At

Floor Light And Magnifier

The Floor Light and Magnifier is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed to reduce glare and eyestrain, this versatile magnifier is designed for needlework, crafts and hobbies, and reading. The unit features 12 LED lights that surround the viewing area; a 5-inch diameter oval magnifier with 2X magnification and a 1-inch wide bifocal inset with 5X magnification; and a 17-inch easy to adjust flexible swivel neck. It has a large, easy-to-posi

Floppy Braille Binder (Model 1-04295-00)

The Floppy Braille Binder, model 1-04295-00, is a braille binder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These plastic three-ring binders hold 11.5 x 11 inch braille sheets and have an inside pocket. COLOR: One each of green, blue, and yellow.

Fluffy Palm Weight

Fluffy palm weights for children and adults who experience excessive finger fidgeting. Fluffy palm weights securely fasten with Velcro and fits right into the palm of a child's hand providing stable proprioceptive input. Kids can then relax their fidgety fingers with this not-so-visible fidget as the calming pressure eliminates the need to fidget. Teens and adults can also use the palm weight with a pen or pencil and have proper input to write correctly.

Flying Colors Chat Line Direct W/jacks (Model W31452)

The Flying Colors Chat Line Direct w/Jacks, model W31452, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The unit is equipped with programmable message chips that can record up to four five-second messages. The user can either touch one of the buttons to play a message or plug capability switches (not included into the four jacks for switch activation of messages. DIMENSION (HxLxW): 2.5 x 6 x 12 inches.

Flying Colors Chatter Box W/jacks (Model W31456)

The Flying Colors Chatter Box w/Jacks, model W31456, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This square-shaped communicator has two rows of two buttons each and records four five-second messages. Removable plastic guards enable the user to add words or pictures to each of the buttons. Jacks for capability switches allow messages to be switch-activated. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 3 x 7.75 x 7.75 inches.

Foam Grip

The Foam Grip is a pencil holder designed for use by children and adults with upper extremity disabilities. This short round grip provides a cushion for those who grip the writing implement too tight. DIMENSIONS: 1.5 inches long.

Foam Grips

The Foam Grips are pen and pencil holders designed to aid people with arthritis or fine motor disabilities or other disabilities of the finger or hand in gripping pencils or pens or other small utensils or tools. These soft foam tubes slide onto standard pens or pencils or other items. DIMENSIONS: The holders are 1.75 inches long. The inside measures .3125 inches in diameter. COLOR: Assorted.

Foam Magnet Letters

Foam Magnet Letters is a game for children with learning disabilities to practice letter, spelling, and word building skills. It is a hands-on activity that targets letter recognition, initial sounds, word building, spelling and more with a total of 120 letters. The set includes two of each uppercase and lowercase letter with extras of the most used letters. All vowels are red to make them easy to identify. 

Fold-Away Easel

The Fold-Away Easel is a bookholder and table top writing desk designed for use by individuals who use wheelchairs or who have upper extremity disabilities. The surface of the easel adjusts to 18, 34, or 45 degrees and features a dry-erase writing surface and a pouch for storing papers. The unit has a non-slip foam bottom, folds flat for storage, and is equipped with soft carrying handles. DIMENSIONS: 15.5 x 11.5 inches.

Fold-It System (Attache & Tri-Fold Models)

The Fold-It System is a portable communication board system with a shoulder strap and a handle for carrying. Two models are available: the Attache ($27) and the Tri-Fold ($37). The Attache System consists of four clear plastic pockets (8 display areas) to hold any symbolic language cards or other communication cards. The Tri-Fold System is designed for holding more cards in situations when a larger vocabulary is needed. This system has 48 slots that will each hold pictures or cards up to 3 inche

Fold-Up Magnifier (Models 4608, 4609, 4610, 4611, & 4612)

Folding pocket magnifiers. Plastic frame and housing. Lenses fold into housing. Double folding lens 1.4 inch diameter, 8.4X magnification. Triple folding lens .8 and .7 inches in diameter, 20X magnification.

Foldable Magnifier

The Foldable Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Folding Pocket magnifier is intended to be used as a menu or mobile magnifier. The device is very small, portable and comes with a plastic case to protect the lens.

Folding Book And Magazine Stand

The Folding Book and Magazine Stand is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight, stable metal stand can be placed on a table, counter, or over the knees. A long clip can be used to hold pages open, follow text, or mark a place. The unit folds flat for storage. DIMENSIONS: 9 x 12 inches when folded.

Folding Bookholder (Model 73228)

The Folding Bookholder, model 73228, is a plastic device designed to hold books at a fixed angle. The device has saw tooth brackets at base to stop the pages from accidentally turning. DIMENSIONS: Open, the device is 10 x 8 x 6.5 inches; closed flat the holder measures 8.5 x 1.75 x .75 inches. WEIGHT: 2 ounces.

Folding Lighted Magnifier

The Folding Lighted Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier with a light for individuals with low vision. The main reading lens magnifies two times and has a small circular inset that magnifies four times. It has a built in light and a folding handle that swings in and out for convenience. It comes with a protective storage handle.

Folding Magnifier

The Folding Magnifier is a folding hand magnifying lens designed for individuals with low vision. The magnifier magnifies images 2 and 4 times its normal size. This magnifier is made with a handle that folds to provide adjustable angle positioning. The magnifier is small enough to carry in a pocket or a purse. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 4 x 2 inches.

Folding Pocket Magnifiers (Model Series 1700)

The Folding Pocket Magnifiers are designed to be lightweight and portable for individuals who have low vision. The lenses are Biconvex, PXM lightweight lens with a magnification of 3.5x. Models 1740-130 and 1740-530 have a magnification of 6x. They are mounted in a transparent plastic and come in a variety of case styles. The Prestige Collection comes in fine leather cases lines for protection. The Trend Design comes with high-quality, velvety soft cases. The Classic Collection are classic grain

Fone Flipper (Model 32320)

The Fone Flipper, Model 32320, is a telephone cutoff switch designed to allow people with physical disabilities to use the phone without having to lift or replace the handset. The device is a small lever that fits over connect button on telephone; the lever is flipped up to answer phone, down to disconnect. The device is operable with mouthstick. WARRANTY: The manufacturer warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase.

Fone Holder (Model 4082)

The Fone Holder, model 4082, is a receiver holder designed for use by people who are unable to lift and hold a telephone receiver. The device consists of a flexible gooseneck shaft, a C-clamp that attaches to a desk or table, and a large clamp to hold the telephone receiver. The Fone Holder allows the receiver to be rotated into any position and locked in place. DIMENSIONS: The gooseneck shaft is 24 inches long.

Fonealert (Model 2295)

Fonealert is a remote telephone signaling device that emits a loud piercing sound over 20 feet away when the telephone rings. Sound is audible throughout entire house or apartment. In many instances phone signal can be heard by the hard of hearing without hearing aid. No electrical connection is made, extension cord connects to side of phone with suction attachment. Uses standard 9 volt battery. Fonealert also operates from electric doorbell, attaches to either buzzer or bell.

Food Kit

The Food Kit is a group of symbolic language pictures designed for teaching basic language skills using the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) to nonspeech or limited speech students. The kit focuses on 53 common food and drink nouns, persons, and the verbs "like," "don't like," "eat," and "drink." Included are 44 or 88 stamps for each symbol, two decks of 54 playing cards with 2-inch versions of the picture symbol set, masters of duplicable worksheets, large stimulus cards to promote discussio

Foods I Like Menu Book

Foods I Like Menu Book is a 12-page large print communication booklet with 150 foods listed in large print. DIMENSIONS: The booklet is printed on 8.5 x 11 inch paper.

Forbrain Auditory Processing Disorder Treatment Tool,

Forbrain® acts as a man made Auditory Feedback Loop (the natural processing of sound in the brain) and is designed for use by people with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) or Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), or for individuals who have trouble regulating the volume of their voice. Is intended to retrain the for forebrain (the front of the brain) to assist with improving the perception of the voice. This Auditory Processing Disorder Treatment Tool, “Forbrain,” includes auditory discr

Fortissimo

The Fortissimo is an amplified, large button, cordless telephone with speakerphone, voice output caller identification and answering machine designed for use by individuals with visual, hearing, neurological or mobility disabilities. The user can initiate a call on the Fortissimo by dialing a number on the voice output keypad or selecting a number from the phone book. The Fortissimo will amplify incoming sound up to 85 decibels (dB), and it offers Bluetooth connectivity for pairing with wireless

Fotodialer

The FotoDialer is an automatic dialer designed for use by individuals with cognitive or memory disabilities, visual disabilities, or fine motor disabilities. This device enables users to dial an analog telephone without using the standard keypad. The FotoDialer has six plastic pages, each of holds 24 pictures of people, places, or symbols that illustrate the person or organization that a phone number contacts. The user presses the button adjacent to a picture to dial the corresponding telephone

Foundations Of Braille Literacy

Foundations of Braille Literacy, by Robert L. Baker, Alan J. Koenig, Evelyn J. Rex, and Diane P. Wormsley, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of students who are blind or have low vision. This text addresses the teaching of braille reading and writing in the context of literacy in general, the whole language approach, and the way in which print reading and writing are taught. Both a theoretical framework and practical applications for instruction in braille literacy ar

Four Compartment Communicator (Model 1235)

The Four Compartment Communicator, model 1235, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. It has four lighted compartments holding icons. Pushing the colored plate below an icon holder plays a pre-recorded message. Four messages of five seconds each can be recorded, for a total record time of 20 seconds. POWER: Uses 4 AA batteries. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 6 x 18 x 10 inches. WEIGHT: 2.5 pounds.

Four Compartment Scanning Communicator With Icon Holders (Model 1236)

The Four Compartment Scanning Communicator with Icon Holders, model 1236, is a scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. The icon holders are on an upright strip above the compartments to hold objects (not included), facilitating the transition from objects to photographs as communication cues. The unit scans when external switches (not included) are activated. The device can also be used with one-to

Four Ingredient Cookbook & The Diabetic Four Ingredient Cookbook

The Four Ingredient Cookbook is a standard print cookbook designed for use by seniors or individuals with physical or cognitive disabilities affecting the ability to prepare food, and the Diabetic Four Ingredient Cookbook is a large print cookbook designed for use by individuals with diabetes. The cookbooks have recipes that require only four ingredients, including appetizers, salads, vegetables, main dishes, and desserts. The Four Ingredient Cookbook combines three previously published cookbook

Four-Plate Communicator Say It Play It (Model 4055)

The Four-Plate Communicator Say It Play It, model 4055, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and communication disabilities. This communicator features four large plate switches in a window-pane configuration, each of which activates a message up to five seconds long. Light pressure on a plate activates a message and a toy or appliance (not included) can be plugged into a jack in the unit to be activated along with a message. Messages can be rec

Frame Mounted Magnifer (Model 1643)

The Frame Mounted Magnifer, model 164s, is a head bourne mounted aid designed for those with low vision who do not where spectacles. They are ideal for any task that requires hands to be free such as reading, inspection, and detail work. When lense are not in use, they can be flipped up and out of the way.Magnification ranges from 2x to 3x and can be easily interchanged. The frame is made of fiberglass reinforced plastic and has wire core temples. The bridge and temples are adjustable. OPTIONS:

Franklin Speaking Language Master Special Edition (Model Lm-6000Sev)

The Franklin Speaking Language Master Special Edition, model LM-6000SEV, is a hand-held augmentative communication and learning device and voice output dictionary designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision, or individuals with speech or learning disabilities. This unit combines a spelling corrector, dictionary, thesaurus, grammar guide, and 10 educational games. The Language Master 6000SE features a typewriter-style keyboard with high-contrast lettering and raised locator dots

Freedom

The Freedom is a wandering patient system designed for use in residential and institutional settings with people who have autism, Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other cognitive disabilities that may cause wandering. The Freedom system is composed of three modules - a handheld receiver, a wireless transmitter and locator worn on the wrist, and a charging station for the receiver and the locator. The portable radio frequency (RF) receiver can track the location of the transmitter. It has a rang

Freedom Writer

The Freedom Writer a pen holder designed to assist people with limited grasping ability or manual dexterity. The device consists of a wide, lightweight, clear plastic base with a hole at the front through which the pen is inserted. The base supports the hand and a gentle downward pressure brings the pen (included) into contact with the paper. A slight withdrawl of the hand lifts the pen to move on to the next word. The device accepts any standard pen or pencil.

Freedomalert

The FreedomAlert is an emergency alert system designed for use by individuals with cognitive, balance, mobility, or severe physical disabilities or seniors. This system allows full two-way communication through the wireless pendant. This system calls up to four phone numbers programmed by the user, four programmed numbers and then 911, or 911 only. The ability to talk through the emergency pendant up to 600 feet away from the base enables the user to communicate with assistance from anywhwere in

Freehand Drawing Stylus (Model 23-5401-7)

The Freehand Drawing Stylus, model 23-5401-7, is a braille drawing stylus designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is a sturdy, stable long-reach stylus that can be used to create reproductions of geometric shapes on braille paper. The stylus allows for proper placement of one dot at a time.

Fresnel Page Magnifier (Models 4152, 4153, 4154 & 4155)

A page magnifier can fit into the front of a phone book, dictionary, etc. while the smaller fresnel lenses can be slipped into wallet or briefcase for quick scanning. The large size power lenses offer wide field coverage but with some distortion at edges. 3X magnification with 7 X 10 inch lens size, plastic fresnel. 4152 is for 1/2 dozen lenses; 4153 is for one dozen and 4154 is for box of 50.

Fresnel Stand Lens Beamscope (Models 4140 & 4141)

Magnifying lens on stand suitable for use in work place. Doubles the size of any display, materials, or work objects, including television screens, meter dials, and information panels. Viewing distance of 1 foot to 15 feet. No distortion or light refraction. 19 inch (model 4140, $76.50) or 15 inch (model 4141, $66.50) Beamscope.

Fresnel Stand Magnifier

The Fresnel Stand Magnifier is a magnifier with stand and screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Fresnel Stand Magnifier can be used to enlarge a variety of objects, including a computer screen. Features include a bendable neck, a clip that holds the lens securely, and a sturdy base that does not tilt or tarnish. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 10 x 12 inches (lens).

Freund Long Hand Writing Kit (Model 1-03330)

The Freund Long Hand Writing Kit is a tactile script letter guide designed to teach cursive writing to individuals who are blind or have low vision. The main purpose of this kit is to teach students how to write their signature. Some of the concepts that are introduced are: how to hold a pen, pencil or crayon; the importance of good posture; left to right direction of handwriting; baseline and upper and lower areas where letters are formed; basic handwriting strokes; how letters are connected; a

Friendly Facts: Help Challenged Students Learn How To Make Friends

Friendly facts is a program designed to help students with autism develop social skills and social understanding. This program teaches what a true friend is, how to be a friend, making friends, staying friends and more.

Friendship Farm: Who Is Being Friendly?

The Friendship Farm: Who Is Being Friendly? is a game intended especially for children ages 4 to 10 who are medically autistic, have any form of autism or who have any significant neurological impairment,to help them develop social skills. Children ages 4-10 work to build a social themed puzzle. The back of each puzzle piece features a question designed to stimulate social conversation. To play, children pick a puzzle piece, answer its question, and then turn it over to build a puzzle. Once the

Frs 3-D Fixed Position Wheelchair Mount

The FRS 3-D Fixed Position Wheelchair Mount is a communicator mounting kit for wheelchair or scooter designed for use by individuals with communication and mobility, neurological or severe physical disabilities. Designed for use with the ComLink communicators (see separate entries), the flexible mount system is available with a variety of frame clamps to allow attachment to most wheelchair or scooter configurations. The ComLink communicator attaches to the mount by sliding the communicator's mou

Frs 3-D Folding Wheelchair Mount

The FRS 3-D Folding Wheelchair Mount is a communicator mounting kit for wheelchair or scooter designed for use by individuals with communication and mobility, neurological or severe physical disabilities. Designed for use with the ComLink communicators (see separate entries), this flexible mount system is available with a variety of frame clamps to allow attachment to most wheelchair or scooter configurations. The ComLink communicator attaches to the mount by sliding the communicator's mount pla

Frs 3-D Swing-Away Wheelchair Mount

The FRS 3-D Swing-Away Wheelchair Mount is a communicator mounting kit for wheelchair or scooter designed for use by individuals with communication and mobility, neurological or severe physical disabilities. Designed for use with the ComLink communicators (see separate entries), this flexible mount system is available with a variety of frame clamps to allow attachment to most wheelchair or scooter configurations. The ComLink communicator attaches to the mount by sliding the communicator's mount

Frs Custom Solutions Keyguards

FRS Custom Solutions Keyguards are keyguards for communication devices designed for use by individuals who experience difficulty making accurate screen selections on their communication device. These keyguards assure that screen selections occur only in allowable regions and provide a rigid surface that users can rest their hands on while making selections. These keyguards are made of durable, clear acrylic and feature rounded edges and secure mounting atachments using rubber straps and pin loca

Frs Ir Phone

The FRS IR Phone is a telephone option for communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. This phone can be used with existing land lines as a speaker phone to send and receive phone calls using a ComLink communicator (see separate entries). The IR Phone communicates wirelessly using infra-red with the ComLink, which has pre-built pages to control the IR phone. The pages are fully programmed but can be cust

Fuelcall

The FuelCall is a call signal system designed for use by gas station customers with disabilities. This system enables customers who need assistance at self-service gas stations to attract the attention of gas station employees. Components include BigBell transmitters (see separate entry) with an oversized touch pads that can be used by customers with limited dexterity; wireless chime receivers; two steel J-shaped mounts for the BigBell transmitters, reinforced to handle abuse; signage for two is

Full-Page Slate

The Full-page Slate is a Braille slate designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. This 25-line, 28-cell plastic slate accommodates standard North American paper (8.5 x 11 inches) and has Braille line numbers embossed down the side. It also has the guides used for embossing Braille on labeling tape.

Fun And Games: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

Fun and Games, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique secti

Fun with Braille

Fun with Braille is a book of activities designed for people with low vision. This book of activities is designed to provide additional practice for adults and children who are already familiar with the braille contractions. The activities can be done in any order and can be chosen to practice a specific problem contraction or just for fun. A list of contractions and the activities in which they appear is included for reference. An answer key is provided in the back of the book. The print editio

Functional Communication Profile - Revised (FCP-R)

The Functional Communication Profile - Revised (FCP-R) is a language development evaluation system designed for use for assessment of individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities or autism. This descriptive assessment tool can be used to evaluate communication skills in individuals with developmental and acquired delays, from pre-kindergarten children through adults, in any setting, regardless of form of communication (sign, non-verbal, or augmentative). There is no scoring system, b

Future Forms Braille Paper

Future Forms Braille Paper is designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This paper is sold in cartons of 1,000 sheets in five sizes/styles: 11.5 x 11 inches, GBC punched; 11.5 x 11 inches, unpunched; 8.5 x 11 inches, GBC punched; 8.5 x 11 inches, unpunched; or 8.5 x 11 inches, 3-hole punched.

Fuzzbuzz Level 1: Word Learning

Fuzzbuzz Level 1: Word Learning is a vocabulary tutorial program designed specifically for use by children with learning disabilities. Bouncing fuzzbuzzes and creeping slinx stimulate children and help them develop sight vocabulary and reading skills. The 16 activities include word to picture matching, word sequencing, and timed word recognition. The help fuzzbuzz gives tips and animated sequences reward completion of each activity. The program can be customized for up to 20 students and can be

Fuzzbuzz Level 2: The Clan

Fuzzbuzz Level 2: The Clan is a vocabulary tutorial program designed specifically for use by children with learning disabilities. This program features 20 animated activities to introduce 150 new words with matching and learning activities to incrase sight vocabulary. A highly-structured phonics program leads children through single letter sounds, triple consonant blends, and more. A virtual relaity component enables students to explore the Glen as they complete two comprehension activities. A

Galaxy Library

The Galaxy Library system provides large print and braille books on demand for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books are distributed in all electronic formats, traditional print, and single or short run print-on-demand, including customizable large font and braille print-on-demand. Braille versions are translated, transcribed, and produced using software from Duxbury Systems. Books can be rented in electronic format or purchased in hard copy. Publishers and content owners can post

Galilean Telescope System (Model 1621)

The Galilean Telescope System, model 1621, is a monocular lens designed for mounting in spectacles for individuals with low vision. This system has been calculated and designed to eliminate astigmatism of oblique incidence and distortion as well as to largely exclude chromatic aberration. The base magnification is 2.2x and the visual field is 14 degrees with a focus range of 250 to 100 meters. The lens is housed in black plastic. OPTIONS: Reading caps allow for near vision. Magnification of base

Ge Amplified Corded Phone For Mild Hearing Loss With Large Buttons (Model 29568Ge1)

The Amplified Corded Phone for Mild Hearing Loss with Large Buttons, model 29568GE1, is an amplified large button telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing or have low vision. This hearing aid compatible telephone includes a base speakerphone and a handset, both with volume control. It has an amplified ringer, one touch redial, and three speed dial buttons, and is desk or wall mountable. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 3.74 x 8.46 x 7.09 inches. WEIGHT: 1.74 pounds. COLOR: White. WAR

Ge Amplified Cordless Phone For Mild Hearing Loss (Model 27906Ge1)

The GE Amplified Cordless Phone for Mild Hearing Loss, model 27906GE1, is an amplified large-button cordless telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing or have low vision. Hearing-related features include audio boost sound adjustment, volume control for incoming calls, an oversized ear seal, hearing aid compatibility, and ringer volume control. The phone has call-waiting and caller identification (ID) with a 40-name and number memory. The backlit liquid crystal display (LC

Ge Digital Messaging System (Model 29861Ge2)

The GE Digital Messaging System, model 29861GE2, also called the GE Digital Answering System, is a telephone answering machine designed for use by individuals with low vision. This stand-alone answering machine features a single large playback button. Other features include three message mailboxes, 30 minutes total recording time, a message indicator, volume control, digital recording, remote message retrieval, and a ringer select switch with toll saver. POWER: Uses an alternating current (AC) a

Ge Photophone With 7-Inch Picture Caller Id (Model 27956Fe1)

The GE PhotoPhone with 7-inch Picture Caller ID, model 27956FE1, is a cordless telephone with picture caller identification (ID) designed for use by individuals with low vision, Alzheimer's disease, or cognitive disabilities. This cordless phone comes with a digital picture frame, which displays a picture slideshow in conjunction with caller ID. The phone stores up to 100 images internally, and accepts SD, XD, and MS memory cards. The phone is desk or wall mountable, and is hearing aid compatibl

Geemarc Loophear Lh100 Portable Amplified Loop System

The Geemarc LoopHear LH100 Portable Amplified Loop System is designed to allow individuals with heang disabilities to communicate, using telecoil (t-coil) hearing aid users, cochlear implant wearers, and induction receivers. Works well with one-on-one applications, such as a reception desk, service counters, vehicles, and in small meetings. LoopHear includes a built in amplifier, external microphone and induction aerial loop. Can be used semi-fixed with included mounting bracket or fully portabl

Gemini Braille Printer

The Gemini Braille Printer, also called the Gemini Print and Braille Embosser, is a braille printer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This braille printer can print braille and ink print simultaneously on the same page. Ink characters can be printed in a standard size or two or four times larger, and the user can also adjust the shading. Ink characters can be positioned either above or below the braille. Ink characters that can be printed include the major Europea

Gentex Cordless Smoke Detector With Visual Signaling Appliance (Model 71000)

The Gentex Cordless Smoke Detector with Visual Signaling Appliance is a smoke alarm designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This device features a 90 decibel horn and a built-in 177 candela strobe light, both of which are activated when smoke is detected. Flashing lights will stay on and the horn will continue as long as smoke exists. The unit also has a three-position full-function test switch. POWER: This unit is hardwired to the building's electrical system. Battery b

Gentex Cordless Smoke Detector With Visual Signaling Appliance (Model 71001)

The Gentex Cordless Smoke Detector with Visual Signaling Appliance, model 71001, is a smoke alarm designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This device features a 90 decibel horn and a built-in 177 candela strobe light, both of which are activated when smoke is detected. Flashing lights will stay on and the horn will continue as long as smoke exists. The unit also has a three-position full-function test switch. POWER: This unit plugns into a standard electrical outlet and

Gentex 7100F & Gentex 7100Ft

The Gentex 7100F and 7100FT are photoelectric smoke alarms designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Both units feature a 90-decibel (dB) horn and can be used with remote strobes (not included) for visual alerting. Standard features include a solid state LED condition indicator, a maintenance indicator, a pulsing LED light source and a photodiode sensor in a fully screened sensing chamber to detect smoke, three-position functional test switch, mounting hardware, and a quick-disc

Gentex 7109Cs & 7109Csw

The Gentex 7109CS is a photoelectric single station smoke detector for use where audible and visual alarms are required. This model features a 90 decibel (db) solid state piezo signal and a strobe light with red "FIRE" lettering. The high intensity strobe is 177 candela rated and flashes 60 times per minute. Model 7109CS is designed for ceiling mounting and model 7109CSW is designed for wall mounting. Model 7109CS can be tandemly connected with up to five other detectors. POWER: Both models are

Gentex 7109Ls

The Gentex 7109LS is a portable photoelectric smoke alarm designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This portable alarm features a strobe light with red "FIRE" lettering and a 90decibel (dB) audible signal, a full-function test switch. The high intensity strobe has a 177 candela rating and flashes 60 times per minute. Hardware is included for mounting on a wall if portability is not necessary. POWER: Plugs into standard wall outlet. Battery backup is provided for the audible sig

Gentex 710Cs & 710Csw

The Gentex 710CS is a photoelectric single station smoke detector for use where audible and visual alarms are required. This model features a 90 decibel (db) solid state piezo signal and a strobe light with red "FIRE" lettering. The 710CS may be placed in a main room with a remote receiver in another room. The strobe on the receiver will flash when the main detector flashes. It utilizes a pulsing LED light source and a photodiode sensor in a fully screened sensing chamber to detect smoke. The hi

Gentex 710Ls

The Gentex 710LS is a portable photoelectric smoke alarm with a nine foot linecord, a strobe light with red "FIRE" lettering and a 90db audible signal. Each detector has a nominal sensitivity of 2.5%; a three position test knob that tests the least sensitive and most sensitive smoke settings; and a solid state LED condition indicator. It utilizes a pulsing LED light source and a photodiode sensor in a fully screened sensing chamber to detect smoke. The high intensity strobe is 120 candela and fl

Gesture-To-Voice Synthesizer

-- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a gesture-to-voice synthesizer for individuals with speech or communication disabilities. The gesture-to-voice synthesizer was created at the University of British Columbia by a team led by professor of electrical and computer engineering Sidney Fels. It allows users to put on a pair of sensor-equipped gloves, then move their hands in the air. Based on those hand movements, the synthesizer is able to create audible speech. The gloves conta

Get Help Now Medical Alert System

The Get Help Now Medical Alert System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors, individuals with mobility or balance disabilities, or individuals at risk for medical emergencies. Three models are available: The Basic system, the Best Buy system, and the Power House system. Each system includes a button transmitter pendant worn around the neck on the included beaded acrylic chain or on the wrist with the included wristband and a speaker box that plugs into

Getting To Know You: A Social Skills and Ability Awareness Curriculum

Getting To Know You is a social skills/awareness curriculum for grades K-12 in which blind and visually impaired students and sighted students interact and get to know each other.

Getting To Know You: Go Fish Cards

Getting To Know You: Go Fish Cards are designed for individuals with low vision. Getting To Know You: Go Fish Cards come as part of a kit, however they are also sold individually. Getting To Know You: Go Fish Cards help individuals with low vision improve their social skills and more.

Gewa Page Turner

Gewa Page Turner is an automatic page turning system that can accomodate most textbooks, paperbacks, magazines, and smaller newspapers, of maximum size 12 x 9 inches, and 2 inches thick. A built-in clamp attaches the Page Turner to support item, and unit can be tilted for bed reading. A rubber roller manipulates pages forward and backward, singly or continuously, with no adjustments necessary for size, texture or style of document. Options of multi-switch or single switch controls are available

Gewatel 200 Phone

GewaTel 200 Phone is a loud speaking telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing.Has built-in Infra-Red technology to allow users to make and receive telephone calls via a remote control. It can be programmed to accommodate the needs of multiple users. It has an auto replay facility and can store up to 50 numbers. The GewaTel has an external earpiece that can be used for privacy. There is an extra microphone that can be used for users with weak voices. The unit can be place

Gh Player

The gh PLAYER is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This playback software enables users to play DAISY-standard digital talking books, save time finding information, and improve reading productivity. Text can be read aloud with or without an on-screen display. Users have the option of navigating a book by individual sections or segments or by going directly to a specific page, and can determine their location within the book us

Ghostreader

GhostReader is a voice output program designed for use by individuals with low vision or reading disabilities. This text-to-speech utility enables text files or e-mail to be read aloud with human-sounding Acapela voices. The program can read text, Word, HTML, PDF, and RTF files, or to speak selected text in any application. Words are highlighted onscreen as they are read. The user can cause onscreen text to be read by pointing the cursor at it. The program can also convert text to MP3 audio file

Giant Fresnel (Model 4129)

Giant 12 inch diameter fresnel stand magnifier with high quality 1 1/2X magnification. Magnifies very large field. Panoramic arm and weighted base allow positioning for maximum comfort and utility. Additional magnification can be used with minimal distortion by adding hand magnifier.

Giant Print Reference Bible

The Giant Print Reference Bible is a large print book designed for use by individuals with low vision. This large-print Bible includes the entire text of the King James Bible with the words of Christ in red, read-along references and notes, and a leatherflex binding. DIMENSIONS: Print is 3/16-inch high. COLOR: Burgundy cover with gold stamping.

Gilligan Plastic Sheets (Model 23-8013-7)

Gilligan Plastic Sheets, model 23-8013-7, are plastic sheets for tactile graphics designed for use in creating graphics, diagrams, and maps for individuals who are blind or have low vision. These clear, heavy plastic sheets can be embossed with letters, braille characters, lines, and other markings. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11 x 11 inches.

Global Door Beacon (Model 303)

The Global Door Beacon, model 303, is a flashing light door signal designed to alert people with hearing disabilities to knocks on doors. The portable device emits multiple flashes of light per knock. This device can be permanently attached to a door using the included screw or Velcro or it can be used as a portable device and moved from room to room. The included hanging bracket enables the unit to be hung over any door. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery.

Gnk Magnifier

The GNK Magnifier is a computer screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This free standing unit is mounted on an oak base and is height-adjustable. The lens is sandwiched between optical glass for protection. The unit is portable and can also be used for general work and viewing documents.

Go Ring

Go Ring is a cell phone holder and a stand for a tablet computer designed for use by individuals with fine motor, grasping, or neurological disabilities, spinal cord injury or arthritis. The device reduces the risk of dropping and breaking smartphones and tablet computers. Go Ring fastens to the back of the device with an adhesive pad. It rotates in 360 degrees when used with a smart phone, and it can function as a stand for a tablet computer with adjustable mounting angles. The adhesive pad sup

Go Talk 4+

Go Talk 4+ is a sequential communicator designed for children and adults who have little or no speech and gives them the ability to communicate their needs, record words and messages which correlate to the picture. Record in any language. GoTalk 4+ is lightweight and durable. 20 message capacity (4 large keys, each 3" square, and five recording levels). Two "core messages" that remain constant when you change levels.

Gobible Traveler

The GoBible Traveler is a digital talking book and digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This handheld, portable unit is pre-loaded with an audio version of the entire Christian. An interactive on-screen menu with voice output enables the user to scroll through the Old and New Testaments, select the book, chapter and verse, and begin play. Text appears on screen as it is read. The unit is available preloaded with either the King James Versi

Gobible Voyager

GoBible Voyager is a recorded book and voice output recorded book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This handheld, portable unit is preloaded with an audio version of the entire Christian Bible, with 3 gigabytes (GB) of space available for additional content (approximately 750 songs or over 100 hours of audio books). An interactive on-screen menu with voice output enables the user to scroll through the Old and New Testaments, select the book, chapter and ve

Goin' On A Bear Hunt - Moving Ahead Storybook Series (Model 6-77903-00)

Goin' On a Bear Hunt - Moving Ahead Storybook Series, model 6-77903-00, is a braille book designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This braille book is part of a series that introduces symbolic representation, raised line illustrations, and text. Students explore tactile illustrations with varying levels of detail; track varying types of lines and intersecting lines; encounter tactile symbols, simple keys, and maps; discover braille words embedded in the graphics and locate

Golden-Eye

Golden-Eye is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This device magnifies in black and white only. It is a hand-sized unit that connects to a television set (not included). Users have a choice of hand-held operation or hands-free use with a flex-arm mount that can be clamped on the edge of a desk or table. Magnification ranges from 4.9 to 17 times for a 7-inch TV, nine to 32 times for a 13-inch TV, and 14 to 49 times for a 20-inch TV. The device can be focused from l

Good Use Microdesk (Regular, Step, And Compact Models)

The Good Use Microdesk is a writing board designed for use by individuals with physical or neurological disabilities. This device enables access to a computer keyboard while working with papers or books. It improves posture and is helpful for people with poor posture, neck or back pain, or heavy paper demands associated with simultaneous computer work. The transparent acrylic surface enables the user to see the keyboard while providing support for the forearms. Suitable for right- or left-handed

Good Vibrations Deluxe Kit

The Good Vibrations Deluxe Kit is designed for users who are elderly, heavy sleepers, hard of hearing, deaf and more. This alerting kit for the hearing impaired will help users to be alerted 24 hours a day to incoming calls, the doorbell ringing, sound monitoring and smoke detection. This alerting system includes Good Vibrations receiver, telephone transmitter, doorbell transmitter with remote button, smoke detector, sound monitor, sleep charger unit and bed vibrator.

Good Vibrations Phone Kit

The Good Vibrations Phone Kit is designed for use with cellular phones by individuals who are hard of hearing. The phone kit works by vibrating while there is an incoming phone call and transmission can be expanded by adding transmitters. Additionally, the kit includes: Good Vibrations Receiver, Telephone Transmitter, Battery Charger.

Good Vibrations Receiver

Good Vibrations (formerly Silent Call and Personal Alert) is a sound monitor system that alerts individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing to audio stimuli in the household. The user wears a small receiver unit that simultaneously vibrates in response to a signal from any of several transmitted signals. Transmitters are available for detecting: sound (such as a baby's cry), smoke in the house, telephone ringing, doorbell ringing, or a pager (each sold separately). The receiver features four lig

Goodreader 4

GoodReader 4 is an iTunes application that can help individuals with communication problems by organizing PDFs of very large size, TXT documents with high-resolution graphics and pictures, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML files, and Safari web archives. Regarding audio and video files it is natively supported by IOS. Compatible with iPhone and iPad. Version 4.3.0 offers a “WiFi only” option for scheduled Auto Sync in App settings. SIZE: 40.7 megabytes. LANGUAGE: English only.

Gooseneck Magnifiers (Models 2754-60 & 2754-680)

The Gooseneck Magnifiers, models 2754-60 and 2754-680, are magnifying lens with a stand for individuals with low vision. They have a metal base and an adjustable chrome plated metal tube. They are specifically designed for vision tasks that require hands to be free. Model 2754-60 is made with an Aplanatic PXM lightweight lens with Duplex coating and magnifies 4x. Model 2754-680 has a Biconvex PXM lens with Duplex coating and magnifies 2.5x. This model comes with a 5x bifocal lens. DIMENSIONS: Mo

Gooshy Step Talking Sequencer (Model 673)

The Gooshy Step Talking Sequencer, model 673, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. When the device is activated, it plays a series of pre-recorded messages (a total of 300 seconds long), allowing a user with limited communication skills to carry on a simple conversation. The device can be used for sequencing, testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-along. P

Gore Reading Stand (Model 1-03210-00)

The Gore Reading Stand, model 1-03210-00, is an adjustable bookholder designed for use by individuals with low vision for holding reading material at the proper distance, or by individuals with physical disabilities who have difficulty holding a book. This bookholder fastens to most table top surfaces by means of a clamp. Its jointed metal arm permits a wide range of adjustment. The bookholder is also easily disassembled for compact storage and carrying. DIMENSIONS (HxW): Bookrack portion is 16.

Gotalk 20 Plus

GoTalk 20+ is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This lightweight, rugged device has a 105-message capacity (20 keys on each of five recording levels, plus five core messages which stay the same on each level). Total recording time is 15 minutes. Other features include volume control, sequential recording, whole level erasing, and built-in overlay storage. OPTIONS: GoTalk Overlay Software. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries

Gotalk 4 Plus

GoTalk 4+ is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This lightweight, rugged device has a 22-message capacity (four large message keys on five recording levels, plus two core messages that remain constant on all levels). Total recording time is 4.5 minutes. Other features include volume control, sequential recording, whole level erasing capability, and built-in overlay storage. OPTIONS: GoTalk Overlay Software for making custom

Gotalk 9+

GoTalk 9+ is a direct selection communicator designed to be used for both communicating and speech training for individuals with a speech disability or who need help remembering daily tasks. It features a built-in handle and nine message keys with four distinct levels that can be recorded and re-recorded as necessary. This communicator has six minutes of memory to record up to 36 messages with up to ten seconds per message. A record lock feature eliminates accidental erasure, and a level lock pr

Gotalk Button (Model Gt-00W)

The GoTalk Button, model GT-00W, is a single-message communicator with a built-in magnet designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication or speech disabilities. This portable device records one 10-second message. The user presses the unit's large button to play the message. The built-in magnet holds the button on the refrigerator or any metal surface. POWER: Uses batteries (included). DIMENSIONS: 2 inches in diameter. WEIGHT: Less than one ounce.

Gotalk Card (Model Gt-C01W)

The GoTalk Card, model GT-C01W, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The card is made with laminated card stock and holds two pictures, one on the front and one inside. The user presses the play button to hear a recorded message, with a total of 10 seconds recording time. POWER: Uses battery (included).

Gotalk Pocket (Model Gt-P06)

GoTalk Pocket, model GT-P06, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This hand- or pocket-sized communicator has six message keys with five levels, for a total of 30 possible messages. Overlays slide in place and are stored in a removable compartment on the back. Total recording time is 5 minutes. The casing is rugged and contoured. POWER: Uses 3 triple-A batteries (included). WEIGHT: 7 ounces.

Grab, Go And Gab Bag (Model G3B)

The Grab, Go and Gab Bag, model G3B, is a speech therapy kit with communication cueing cards and other speech teaching devices designed for use by children with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The kit includes communication tools for a community mobility trip all in one ready-to-go bag. The canvas bag has clear plastic pockets to hold pictures (included) of community locations the group plans to visit; 96 laminated food item pictures for Picture Exchange Communication System (P

Grace

Grace is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The program comes with a basic vocabulary of pictures that are categorized. The program can be customized by adding

Grade 2 Braille Cards (Model 1-03561-00)

Grade 2 Braille Cards, model 1-03561-00, are braille language flash cards designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These cards can be used to drill students on the braille literary code. The cards show the braille alphabet and numbers, punctuation and composition signs, one-cell whole-word and part-word signs, two-cell contractions, and short-form words. There are 247 flash cards in the set, including 26 cards with the braille alphabet on one side and large print on the

Grandcare Home Monitoring System

The GrandCare Home Monitoring System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by individuals with disabilities or seniors who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes activity monitoring, emergency alert buttons, direct caregiver access to monitoring through the Internet, and an individualizable TV channel through which the caregiver can send messages. The system monitors daily activity through motion detectors strategically placed in areas such as th

Grandstand Portable Reading Easel (Models 1-03204-00 & 1-03204-00)

The Grandstand Portable Reading Easel is an easel-style bookholder designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable reading stand is made of durable, waterproof material and is designed to be easy to lift, carry, and lock into position. The unit folds up when not in use. It has an adjustable shelf that can be raised and lowered to accommodate the height of the reader. Clips for holding book pages open are included. COLOR: Available in black (model 1-03204-00) or yellow (model 1-032

Graph-It & Graph-It Pc

Graph-It is a braille graphics program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Available for use with Freedom Scientific braille notetakers (Braille 'N Speak, Type 'N Speak, Braille Lite, or Type Lite; see entries) or IBM and compatible computers, users can use this tactile scientific graphing calculator with an embosser to create braille graphs to enhance higher math comprehension. Standard features include the capability to plot graphs, save them to a file, and emboss

Graphiti

Graphiti is a dynamic multilevel tactile touch display for people are blind or visually impaired. It allows students and adults to access a wide variety of on-screen graphics by touch. This includes pie charts, bar graphs, geometric forms, maps, floor-plans, flow-charts, line drawings, and dynamic graphical content. Graphiti’s technology allows graphics to be depicted by means of an array of variable-height pins. To change to the next graphic, the pins on the refreshable display move up and down

Grasp Without Hands.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Forceps modified to be mouth operated by a quadriplegic client, allowing items to be picked up. Used to operate stereo controls, cooking, doing jigsaw puzzles and picking up small items (i.e. taking cookies from a jar). Describes modification to surgical sponge forceps, including a molded mouthpiece made by a dental technician from an impression of the client's teeth made by a dentist. Also describes a holder for the "mouthforceps." Includes photograph

Green-Lined Writing Paper For Primary Students (Models 1-04831-00, 1-04869-00, 1-04872-00, 1-04841-00, & 1-4881-00)

Green-Lined Writing Paper for Primary Students, is bold lined writing paper designed for use by students with low vision. The paper comes in "portrait" (models 1-04831-00, 1-04869-00, and 1-04872-00) or "landscape" (models 1-04841-00 and 1-4881-00) layout, and is either unpunched (models 1-04831-00 and 1-04841-00) or three-hole punched (models1-04869-00, 1-04872-00, and 1-4881-00). The paper comes in packages of 300 sheets. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 11 x 8.5 inches with 0.75-inch line spacing (models 1-

Grid 2

The Grid2 is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program for creating symbolic or text communicator grids designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological or severe physical disabilities or autism. The Grid 2’s basic function is to allow a person to use a computer as a voice output communication aid, using symbols or text to build sentences; however, it also can access the Windows desktop with its built-in computer control features to operate other p

Grid Pad Pro by Smartbox 11 inch

The Grid Pad Pro by Smartbox 11 inch is a communication aid for communication through symbols, text or both. It is designed to help individuals with communication disabilities. This communication program includes text and symbols, as well as accessible apps, interactive learning resources and access to the Smartbox online grid portal. It contains WiFi and Bluetooth accessibility, and 2 USB 2.0 ports and 1 USB 3.0, a protective case, and a 6-hour battery life. It is suitable for wheelchair mounti

Grid Player

Grid Player is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. Grid Player is designed for use with The Grid 2 software (see separate entry), allowing the user

Griffin Mouthstick Stylus

The Griffin Mouthstick Stylus is a mouthstick for tablet computer designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, or severe physical disabilities. This capacitive touchscreen stylus is designed to be held in the mouth, allowing people with limited or no use of their hand to manipulate both touchscreen and button on smartphones and tablet devices. The Y-shaped mouthpiece is made of food-grade stainless steel and the removable cushion sleeves are BPA-free. Th

Grip Bar And Book Rest.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Book rest with hand grips for a child with cerebral palsy. Instructions for building a book rest with hand grips. Consists of a base of 10 by 20 inch plywood; a book rest of 1 by 1 by 9 inch softwood; and two end pieces (1 by 3 by 4 inches) with holes drilled in them to take a 20 inch long 3/4 inch dowel. Includes drawings and photograph. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Caston, D TITLE: Easy to Make Aids for Your Handicapped Child REF: London, En

Grip Stix

Grip Stix are easy grasp pencils designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and fine motor disabilities. These standard-sixed number 2 pencils are carved with indentations to provide cues for correct index finger placement.

Grip-Tec Utensils

Grip-Tec Utensils are easy grasp pens and pencils designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. The ballpoint pen and mechanical pencil (sold separately) are each available in right- or left-handed models and have molded shafts in the shape of a grasp. The pencil has thick primary lead and is slightly weighted. OPTIONS: A set of six replacement leads and a sharpener are available.

Grooved Fiber Writing Cards (Model 23-7201-9)

Grooved Fiber Writing Cards, model 23-7201-9, are raised line cards designed for use in handwriting practice by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The cards have wide-ruled grooves and are suitable for pens or pencils. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 inches.

Grooved Platform Talking Communicator (Models 1900 & 1910)

The Grooved Platform Talking Communicator is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Model 1910 features a raised compartmentalized platform to display objects, words, or pictures (not included) corresponding to the three five-second message activated by the switch plate slightly below each section. When the switch plate is pressed lights and the voice message automatically activate. The messages can be recorded as often as needed. Model 1

Grooved Writing Board

The Grooved Writing Board is a writing guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The lones on the board are slightly raised so that they may be felt through a sheet of paper. The user places a sheet of paper on top of the board, then writes above the lines. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11 x 8.5 inches.

Guess How I Feel? Game

The Guess How I Feel? Game is an interactive game, designed for children (including users who are on the autism spectrum and users with speech and language delays) to provide social skills training, to help them understand feelings and reactions to different situations. Also to show them how to recognize and describe what they see in other people's expressions. Players take turns sharing and guessing each others reactions to 50 situations vividly pictured on cards. Examples include dropping an i

Guide Light 911

The Guide Light 911 is a strobe light and blinking locator designed to guide emergency response personnel to the location from where a “911” call is placed by individuals with physical disabilities, seniors or people who are confined to a bed. The Guide Light has two parts – a transmitter and the strobe light. The transmitter is plugged into an standard telephone jack, and when a “911” call is placed, it transmits a wireless signal to activate the light. The high intensity Xenon strobe light i

Guidecraft Magnification Blocks, Set of 6

Guidecraft Magnification Blocks, Set of 6 are tactile building blocks designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to play with. Guidecraft Magnification Blocks include six stacking squares which feature hardwood frames and smooth, rounded corners and edges with inset magnified acrylic windows. Ideal for exploring natural, tactile and other detailed materials found inside or in nature. Enhance STEM-based activities with the 6-piece set. Good for group play.

Guidelines And Games For Teaching Efficient Braille Reading

Guidelines and Games for Teaching Efficient Braille Reading, by Sally S. Mangold and Myrna R. Olson, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of individuals who are blind or have low vision. It presents a general reading program adapted to the needs of braille readers, based on research in the areas of rapid reading and precision teaching. Educational braille games are included. This 116-page paperback was originally published in 1981. ISBN: 0-89128-105-3.

Gus Communicator Pc10 Touch Screen Tablet Pc

Gus Communicator PC10 Touch Screen Tablet PC is a speech-generating device in the form of a tablet, touch-screen computer designed for use by individuals with autism, communication and speech delays. This touch-screen computer includes the Neospeech Speech Synthesizer, SpeechPRO Talking Keyboard with Dynamic Display (AAC), and Overboard Communication Overlay and Board Designer softwares. This Communicator PC10 is a full windows laptop with a 9" touch screen with built-in-Bluetooth connectivity.

Gus! Communicator 2000

The Gus! Communicator 2000 is a laptop computer based direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or neurological disabilities. Communication software comes loaded on a Hewlett Packard laptop with 512 gigabyte (GB) RAM memory, an XGA TFT display, 60 GB hard drive, two USB 2.0 ports, built-in Wireless LAN (802.11b/g), a CD/DVD-drive, and Windows Vista Home Edition operating system. Software includes Gus! Communicator, Gus! Communication Symbols (with

Gus! Communicator 6000

Gus! Communicator 6000 is a notebook computer based direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or neurological disabilities. Communication software is installed on a notebook computer with an integrated TFT color touch screen display, Vista operating system, AMD 2.0 gigaHertz (GHz) Dual Core Processor, 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM, 160 GB hard drive, wireless WLAN and Bluetooth, built-in web camera and microphone, DVD+/-R/RW drive, 2 USB ports, memory por

Gus! Communicator Q1

The Gus! Communicator Q1 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or neurological disabilities. The unit includes communicator software loaded on a Samsung notebook computer with Windows XP operating system, two front mounted speakers, and a color TFT touch screen display. Two notebook options are available: (1) a notebook with a 900 megaHertz (Mhz) processor, 512 megabytes (MB) memory, and a 40 gigabyte (GB) hard drive, or (2) a notebook wit

Gus! Multimedia Speech System

The Gus! Multimedia Speech System is an augmentative communicaton program designed to provide scanning, direct selection, or switch activated access to sound and voice output or a number of other computer software programs. The system components include the Gus! Talking Keyboard, Gus Easy Talk speech synthesizer, Gus Speak Clipboard, Gus Talking Calculator, Gus symbol set, and Gus mouse/switch interface. KEYBOARD: The on-screen keyboard is combined with a clear synthetic voice and features adjus

Gus! Pocket Communicator

Gus! Pocket Communicator is a direct selection and scanning communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or neurological disabilities. This communicator software runs on a handheld computer, and supports a dynamic display with four to twenty-five sound buttons per page, using text, symbols, or digital photographs in a 1x4, 1x6 2x2, 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 3x3, 3x4, 4x4, 4x5, or 5x5 page layout. The program uses recorded or synthetic speech; Neospeech speech synthesizer

H-18 Magic Arm

The H-18 Magic Arm is a mounting kit for tablet computers, communicators, or ebooks, an adjustable ebook holder and a stand for a tablet computer designed for use by people with grasping, neurological or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. The H-18 includes the Super-Clamp which allows clamping to wheelchairs, bedrails, desks or tables; and an iPad tablet holder without case or an adjustable tablet holder (ATH) for other devices or tablets such as the Auggie or Super-Auggi

H-80 Short Arm

The H-80 Short Arm is stand for tablet computer and an adjustable ebook holder designed for use by people with grasping, neurological or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. The H-80 includes the Super-Clamp (which allows clamping to wheelchairs, bedrails, desks or tables) and an iPad tablet holder without case or an adjustable tablet holder (ATH) for other devices/tablets such as Auggie/Super-Auggie (see separate entries), Barnes and Noble Nook, and Amazon Kindle. The user

H-86: Capacitive Headpointer

The H-86: Capacitive HeadPointer is a headwand and stylus for tablet computer and touchscreen designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, or severe physical disabilities. This product is a combination of a capacitive mouthstick and a headpointer, allowing people with limited or no use of their hands to use an iPad and other tablet devices that have a capacitive touchscreen. The fit of the H-86 headpointer is adjustable with a "dial." The mou

H-92 Phone Holder

The H-92 Phone Holder is a cell phone holder and tablet computer mounting system designed for use by individuals with upper or lower extremity, grasping and mobility disabilities, individuals with use of one hand, and wheelchair users. The Phone Holder’s gel case attaches to the “Quick Connect” lever which screws into the end of a Short, Mini, Articulating, Magic Arm or Super Clamp (see separate entries). The screw size is 1/4-20. The Phone Holder expands from 1.625 to 4.5 inches. The “Quick-Con

Hachette Audiobooks

Hachette Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books include abridged and unabridged titles on audio cassette or CD, selected from print editions published by the Hachette Book Group USA, with a focus on best-sellers in the categories of self-help, humor, business, and mainstream fiction. Authors include Candace Bushnell, Michael Connelly, John Le Carre, Janet Fitch, Malcolm Gladwell, Joshilyn Jackson, Brad Meltzer, and James Patterson.

HaloTalk

HaloTalk is a communicator program and prompter designed for use by individuals with communication cognitive, learning or speech disabilities or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The program comes with over 50 pairs of responses commonly used daily. Each pre-defined response/adjective is natural voice-enabled, with visual cues to help

Halter UFO Talking Alarm Clock

The Halter UFO Talking Alarm Clock is designed for those individuals who are visually impaired to allow them to tell time, temperature and to wake up with. With a sleek and compact design, users can tuck the clock into a corner for convenient, everyday use or make it the center of attention with its UFO style, design and features. When the top is pressed, 3 LED lights flash from the transparent cover and simultaneously tells the user the time and temperature. This clock works in both the 12-hour

Hand Switch (Model Tah-180)

The Hand Switch, model TAH-180, is a ribbon switch call signal designed for bed patients to signal for help or assistance by flexing or squeezing. These sealed vinyl switches require an operating force of 0.5 pounds and are normally-open, momentary-contact switches. DIMENSIONS: Switch is 2 x 5 x 0.375 inches. COLOR: White.

Handbook Of Braille Contractions

The Handbook of Braille Contractions is a manual for teaching Grade 2 Braille contractions and abbreviations for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This dictionary presents contractions and abbreviations with their meanings in alphabetical order, with Braille and standard print on facing pages.

Handhugger Blacklead Pencil

The Handhugger Blacklead Pencil is an easy grasp pencil designed for use by children or adults with disabilities of the hand. These triangular HB pencils have a strong lead to withstand tough use by younger writers. The pencil has a slip resistant texture to ensure a better grasp, and it is made from wood flour to prevent splinters. Pencils are available in packages of 12 or 72.

Handhugger Colouring Pencils

Handhugger Colouring Pencils are easy grasp colored pencils designed for use by children or adults with grasping disabilities. These triangular coloring pencils have strong leads with consistent laydown of color. The triangular shape helps the user to hold the pencil. Pencils have a slip-resistant texture and are made from wood flour to prevent splinters. COLORS: Yellow, purple, peach, brown, orange, black, red, pink, green, light green, mid blue, and dark blue.

Handhugger Colouring Pens

Handhugger Colouring Pens are easy grasp pens designed for use by children or adults with grasping disabilities. This triangular coloring pen has a tough, broad fiber tip. The triangular shape helps the user to hold the pen. The line width is 1.7 millimeters. COLORS: Red, pink, yellow, brown, purple, black, dark greeen, light green, light blue, dark blue, orange, and gray.

Handhugger Writing Pen

The Handhugger Writing Pen is an easy grasp pen with a triangular handle designed for use by children or adults with fine motor disabilities or physical grasp difficulties. These triangular writing pens have a chunky, hard-wearing nib that gives slight resistance to the paper for greater control. The triangular shape is comfortable to hold for all age groups including those with physical grasp difficulties as well as very young children. The pen has washable ink and a line width of 0.7 millimete

Handi-Lens Fresnel Lens Value Pack (Model Hl-1Wp)

The Handi-Lens Fresnel Lens Value Pack, model HL-1WP, is a page magnifier and a wallet-size magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Both magnifiers offer 2x magnification. The page magnifier is a flexible sheet about the size of a standard, letter-sized sheet of paper. The separate wallet-size Lens is approximately the same size as a credit card. DIMENSIONS (LxW): Page magnifier is 10.25 x 7.25 inches; wallet lens is 2 x 3.25 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Handi-Lens Hard Page Fresnel Lens (Model Hlp-H)

The Handi-Lens Hard Page Fresnel Lens, model HLP-H, is a page magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This rigid sheet contains a 2x magnification Fresnel lens that covers the text on a standard letter-size sheet of paper. The magnifier comes in a gift sleeve. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 8.25 x 11 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Handi-Lens Page Size Fresnel Lens (Model Hlp-10)

The Handi-Lens Page Size Fresnel Lens, model HLP-10, is a page magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It consists of a rigid Fresnel lens that is approximately the size of piece of letter-sized paper. It provides 2x magnification. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11 x 8.5 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Handi-Writer

The Handi-Writer is a writing aid designed for use with children limited hand strength or inappropriate grasping patterns. This device loops over the wrist and over the writing implement to encourage the hand to form the tripod grip. Instructions are included.

Hands Free Book Stand (Model 25014)

The Hands Free Book Stand, model 25014, is a book holder designed for use by individuals with grasping, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities. This steel book stand has five adjustable angle positions and accommodates soft cover and hard cover books of all sizes. It has a glossy, baked enamel finish and folds flat for storage and travel. Its four non-slip padded feet protect furniture from scratching. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.8 x 7.2 x 7.8 inches when folded flat.

Hands Free Page Magnifier With Leg Stand

Hands Free Page Magnifier with Leg Stand is designed for individuals with low vision. The legs provide distance for correct focus of a seven by ten inch area. An adjustable neck cord is included.

Hands-Free Magnifying Glass (Model St-6618)

The Magnifying Glass (no. ST-6618) is a magnifying lens with a neck strap designed for hands-free use by individuals with low vision. The main viewing area provides 2.5 times magnification, and a "minimag" lens inset provides 4 times magnification. Lens comes with a storage bag. MATERIALS: The lens is made of break-resistant acrylic. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 8 inches.

Handset Amplifier

The Handset Amplifier is a telephone amplifier designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Compatible with single- and multiple-line telephones, the unit can be used in conjunction with any phone with modular cords to increase handset volume up to 20 decibels. The unit featurea s volume control slide bar and a low battery indicator. POWER: Uses one nine-volt battery (included).

Handset Amplifier (Models 2533A, 2533B, 2534A, 2534B, 2541, & 2542)

Handset amplifier for telephone. Provides gain of up to approximately 30 Db. No batteries or outside power source required. Replaces any modular type handset, no wiring involved. Performs with rotary or push button telephone. FCC approved. Compatible with inductive pick-up/ telecoil on hearing aids. Catalog 2533 is recommended for households in which all are hard of hearing; when phone is replaced on base after using, the volume remains set by volume wheel for next call. Catalog 2534 is recommen

Handset Receiver Amplifier With Bar Control

The Handset Receiver Ampliifier is a handset amplifier designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The hearing-aid compatible unit is compatible with most standard and electronic telephones and amplifies the listening volume up to 20 decibels. This handset includes a slide bar volume control and a noise eliminator and is available in a choice of a square head or a round head.. INSTALLATION: Modular hook-up.

Handsfree Electrolarynx Holder

The HandsFree electrolarynx holder is a speech aid accessory designed for use by individuals who use the SolaTone Electrolarynx or TruTone Electrolarynx Kit (see separate entries). This holder keeps the devices in the proper placement for use, with the top against the site of the laryngectomy on the user’s throat. The HandsFree holder allows a person to use either of the electric powered artificial larynxes while performing activities that require one or both hands. The holder can be attached to

Handyspeech

HandySpeech is a voice output text to speech communication program designed for use by individuals with communication, speech or learning disabilities or autism. This handwriting-to-speech program enables an Apple iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user writes words or sentences he or she wants to communicate in any one of 13 languages, and the program converts the handwriting into speech and

Haptic Braille

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a haptic Braille device that translates ordinary text into Braille for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Haptic Braille is a device similar to a computer mouse that translates ordinary text into Braille. It has a small digital camera on the bottom. The user skims the Haptic Braille over text, and the device uses optical character recognition (OCR) technology to convert the image of the text from the camera into text tha

Haptic Reader

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a haptic reader which can convert paper books into Braille or speech for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Haptic Reader allows individuals with visual impairment to read regular paper books. The device is placed directly on the page of a book, and it scans the text on the page. Using optical character recognition (OCR) software, the Haptic Reader converts the text into braille, which is displayed on the devices refresha

Harmony Two-Way Personal Emergency Response System

The Harmony Two-Way Personal Emergency Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a pendant transmitter that can be worn around the neck or on the wrist, and a table-top console that connects to a telephone line like an answering machine. When the user presses a button on the pendant or console, the console automatically calls the company's Emergenc

Harperaudio & Caedmon Audiobooks

HarperAudio and Caedmon Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books are published in CD format and include abridged and unabridged versions. Current authors include Charles J. Bukowski, Roald Dahl, Tommy R. Franks, Neil Gaiman, C. S. Lewis, Dennis Miller, A.A. Milne, Ann Patchett, Sidney Poitier, Lemony Snicket, Dylan Thomas, Rebecca Wells, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Marianne Williamson, and Simon Winchester.

Harris Communications Ada Compliance Kits (Models Ada-500, Ada-1000, & Ada-4000)

The Harris Communications ADA Compliance Kits combine the products required for hotels, nursing homes, or hospitals to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. ADA accessibility guidlines require that rooms be equipped with assistive systems, including text telephones (TTY/TTD), a notification system, a telephone amplifier, and a visual smoke detector. These portable all-in-one kits are lightweight and compact, easy to store and

Hasten Systems (Model 500-911)

Speakerphone with automatic memory dialer. Transmitter can answer automatically, enable user to answer manually, or call emergency number from anywhere in room. Accessories: smoke detector which will activate emergency call, battery and charger. Transmitter operates on one 9 volt battery. See separate entries for lever switch, pneumatic switch.

Hatis - Hearing Aid Telephone Interconnect System

HATIS, the Hearing Aid Telephone Interconnect System, is a telecommunication device for the deaf (text telephone or TTY) is designed to allow individuals with up to 93 percent hearing loss to directly benefit from telecommunication directly through their hearing aids. This adapting system will enable hearing aid users to experience voiced sound on landline and cellular phones. The system will work with most in-the-ear and behind-the-ear hearing aids with a T-coil or DIA port.

Hawk

The Hawk is a direct selection communicator designed for use in start-up, trainer, and other early language situations, and in specific Individual Education Plan (IEP) related activities such as cause and effect and discrimination training. Due to its portability, it may be suitable for field-trip activities. The unit is housed in high-impact plastic case and employs a digital voice technology for high-quality, natural voice output. The touchpanel is divided into a 3 x 3 matrix for a total of 9

Hawk Ii & Hawk Iii

The Hawk II and Hawk III are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Both models are operated via a sensitive touch pad with large selection areas and feature single-button recording, built-in switch accessibility with eight jacks, a 2 x 4 keyguard, and a volume control. The Hawk II offers two levels, each with eight selection areas for a total of 16 messages. Each selection provides 7.5 seconds of digitized speech. The Hawk III provides th

Head Magnifier with 4 Sets of Lens

The Head Magnifier with 4 Sets of Lens is a head mount magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device is a precision binocular headband magnifier which permits unrestricted user efficiency while reducing eye strain suitable for professional artists and jewelers. It leaves both hands free and allows the user to concentrate in their work. This device can be use by anyone whose profession or craft requires close accurate work.  Additionally, the magnifier can be worm over pre

Head Mount Magnifier with Ultra Bright LED Head Lamp

The Head Mount Magnifier with Ultra Bright LED Head Lamp is a head mount magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifying glass is 5 high quality optical grade magnifying lens are inter-convertible and detachable lenses (with storage box) which provide clear and undistorted images. The 2 way adjustable headbands with tightening knobs and non-slip padding securely and comfortably positioned on the users head. Lenses are shaped like spectacles and made of shatterproof crys

Head Mounted Laser Pointer

The Laser Pointer (Head Mounted) is designed for users with speech and mobility impairments, and users with limited movement as a way for them to communicate. The device works by enabling a person with limited movement to directly point to letters, words, and phrases on a communication board.

Head Pointer

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with spinal cord injury to perform a variety of tasks. The headpiece for this pointer is adapted from a safety helmet liner and is adjustable to fit a variety of head sizes. The device features additional padding at the forehead for comfort and an adjustable chin strap. The aluminum pointer can be fitted with an end clamp to hold a variety of attachments for different tasks. DIMENSIONS: The pointer is 360 millimeters long. TITLE: Tried and Teste

Head Pointer (Models 32370 & 32371)

The Head Pointer is a headwand designed for use by people with physical disabilities. Two fully-adjustable models are available which consist of a head harness, chin strap, and pointer designed to hold its position once it is adjusted. SIZE: Model 32370 is an adult size and Model 32371 fits children. WARRANTY: The manufacturer warrants these products against defects in workmanship and materials for 90 days from the date of purchase.

Head Pointer.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Custom made head pointer for children. Detailed instructions are provided for fabricating an adjustable head pointer using thermoplastics. It requires approximately an hour of time plus materials. Includes photographs. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. Plastics. AUTHOR:Jewell, Kaaren. TITLE: A Custom-Made Head Pointer for Children. REF: Journal article: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, July 1989, Vol 43, No 7, pp 456-460. 1989.

Head Pointers (Models Ad-1, Ad-2, & Ad-3)

The Head Pointers use the chin rather than the forehead as a point of reference for the pointer. They have a soft tip for use with tablet computers, smart phones or other touchscreen devices. The Standard Pointer (model AD-1) may be individually fitted to head sizes ranging from 20 to 25 inches in circumference. The "Tiny Tot" (AD-2) can fit head circumferences from 17 to 20 inches. Model AD-3 has a hook-and-loop closure. DIMENSIONS: 10 inches long. WEIGHT: 8 ounces.

Head Stick

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with severe physical disabilities to operate a computer, dial a phone, turn pages, and perform other tasks. This device was constructed using a cut down bicycle helmet. An additional band of rubber was installed to provide comfort and achieve proper fit. The pointer is a firm quarter-inch rubber-tipped metal rod rigidly attached to the side of the helmet and angled so the pointer tip is central to the user's eyesight. The rod is necessar

Headband Binocular Visor Magnifier (Models 3, 5, & 7)

The Headband Binocular Visor Magnifier is a headband-mounted binocular magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This visor-style magnifier has optical quality acrylic prismatic lenses with a scratch resistant coating, and may be worn with or without glasses. Lenses have a flip up / flip down movement. The headband is lightweight, soft, and adjustable to the user's head size. Available models differ in lens focal range and power: model 3 has a 14-inch focal range and 1.75x power

Headband Magnifier (Model 1641)

The Headband Magnifer, model 1641, is a head bourne mounted aid designed is designed for those with low vision who do not where spectacles. They are ideal for any task that requires hands to be free such as reading, inspection, and detail work. When lense are not in use, they can be flipped up and out of the way. Magnification ranges from 2x to 3x and can be easily interchanged. The headband is made of high-grade plastic and the front portion is padded for comfort. OPTIONS: Replacement lenses co

Headset Microphone, Light Duty

The Headset Microphone, Light Duty, is a microphone headset designed for use with the BoomVox Wireless Amplifier and the SoniVox Waistband Amplifier (see separate entries). The headset is intended for infrequent, occasional use.

Health Watch Personal Response System (Model Hw9000)

The Health Watch Personal Response System, model HW9000, is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a base unit and a personal transmitter pendant ("Amie") with a button that the user presses in case of an emergency to contact a monitoring center. The compact, waterproof transmitter is worn on a soft neck cord or on the wrist. When activated, a red light near the ca

HEARD

A team of Purdue’s engineering students has created a device that helps children with autism develop language skills, a prototype device called HEARD, with the mission to help children with autism improve their independence and change the future for kids with autism. This handheld educational device helps children and other individuals with autism develop communication skills. With this device, children can communicate with others through pictures, using radio frequency identification cards or R

Hearing Amplifier

The Hearing Amplifier is a do it yourself product for users with hearing disabilities. It is an affordable alternative for those who can’t afford a regular hearing amplifier. It is also eco-friendly and can be recycled after being disposed. They are fully recyclable and remove the need for expensive and environmentally detrimental batteries.

Hearing Amplifier

The Hearing Amplifier is an amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The device loops over either ear. It incorporates an electronic amplifier, and on/off and volume control switches, and a button battery. The Hearing Amplifier is in a rigid plastic case complete with 3 button batteries.

Hearit Se (Model 500)

The Hearit SE, model 500, is an auditory training activity designed for use with individuals with dyslexia, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or hearing or auditory processing disabilities. This tool consists of a microphone unit and headset. The device is used for individual training therapy to help students with articulation difficulties with self-monitoring and improved production of sounds. The instrument can also be used independently by a st

Hearit Se 3 Step Training Kit (Model 560)

The Hearit SE 3 Step Training Kit, model 560, is an auditory training activity designed for use with individuals with dyslexia, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or hearing or auditory processing disabilities. This kit includes the Hearit SE, accessories for Speech Therapy/Bilingual Kit and Broadcaster (see entries) to facillitate individual, small group, or classroom work.

Hearit Speech Therapy Kit (Model 530)

The Hearit Speech Therapy Kit, model 530, is a speech teaching device designed for use with small groups with speech disabilities. This kit includes the Hearit SE (see entry), a four-headphone branch connector, four headphones, and a carrying case.

Hearmore Ada Compliance Kit

The HearMore ADA Compliance Kit combines all the products required for hotels or hospitals to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. ADA accessibility guidlines require that rooms be equipped with assistive systems, including text telephones (TTY/TTD), a notification system, a telephone amplifier, a television closed-caption decoder, and a visual smoke detector. This portable all-in-one kit is lightweight and compact, easy to

HearTek Safety Ear Muffs Adjustable Noise Canceling Ear Hearing Protection for Yard Work

HearTek Safety Ear Muffs Adjustable Noise Canceling Ear Hearing Protection for Yard Work is a product designed for those individuals with sensory processing disorder and who are hypersensitive to sound to wear. They are versatile, have a high noise reduction rating (NRR) and single number rating (SNR). This padded soundproof Earmuff is designed for hunting, sports, events, firearms ranges, concerts, music festivals, fireworks, lawn mowing, machinists, construction, racing motorcycles and monster

Hearyounow-Your Personal Sound Amplifier

HearYouNow is a voice and sound amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch as a personal voice amplifier. Features include intuitive interface, high performance sound quality, using state of the art ExSilent filtering and amplification techniques. The volume is adjustable per ear. The individual frequency sliders allow volume control for three frequency bands, tuned towards speech understanding. Wit

Heavy Duty Bed Vibrator

The Heavy Duty Bed Vibrator is designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Designed to be placed under the user's pillow, this device plugs into flashing alarm clocks equipped with a jack for a vibrator and is triggered in conjunction with the alarm. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 x 2.5 inches. WARRANTY: 90-day warranty.

Heavy Duty Flex Arm Document Holder (Model Dhfa08)

The Heavy Duty Flex Arm Document Holder, model DHFA08, is a copy holder designed to reduce eye, back and neck strain for individuals who spend a lot of time typing. This copy holder has a clamp that attaches to the edge of any work surface. The arm pivots 360 degrees and can be swung out of the way when not in use. A moveable paper grip with built in digital clock holds the document securely in place as it rest on the deep paper ledge. A transparent line guide mounts on either side and adjusts t

Heavy Duty Phone Ringer

The Heavy Duty Ringer is an indoor/outdoor auxiliary bell designed for sound enhancement and signalling of the telephone ring to persons with hearing disabilities. The unit plugs into the wall phone jack, has an on/off switch, and is weather resistant.

Heavyweight Pencil

The Heavyweight Pencil is a weighted pencil with grasp designed for use by individuals with arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or fine motor, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities. This ergonomic writing instrument is designed to build hand strength balance to reduce fatigue. Features include an eraser, 2.0 millimeter lead and nine refills. WEIGHT: 4.2 ounces (122 grams). COLOR: Black and silver.

Heirloom Offset Reading Magnifier

The Heirloom Offset Reading Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This optical quality glass magnifier offers 3X magnification and has an offset faux inlaid marble handle. DIMENSIONS (WxH): The lens is 4 x 2.25 inches. The device is 10.25 inches long. WEIGHT: 1 pound. COLOR: Black and white checkerboard handle.

Heirloom Reading Magnifier

The Heirloom Reading Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This optical quality glass magnifier offers 3X magnification and has a centered faux carved bone handle. DIMENSIONS (WxH): The lens is 4 x 2.25 inches. The device is 10.25 inches long. WEIGHT: 1 pound. COLOR: Brass housing and brown carved bamboo design on the handle.

Hello Direct Handset Amplifier

The Hello Direct Handset Amplifier is an in-line amplifier that installs between the handset and the phone base for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. It is compatible with any modular handset telephone including newer electronic models. It has a numbered volume control wheel for volume adjustment. POWER: AC powered; AC adapter included. COLORS: Black. WARRANTY: One year.

Hello Direct Universal Amplified Handset

The Hello Direct Universal Amplified Handset increases the volume up to 25 dB (3 to 4 times normal levels), emphasizes sounds in the high frequency range, and filters out background sound. It automatically turns off when the phone is not in use. The Universal Amplified Handset is hearing aid compatible and can be used with any K-style (square) handset except Merlin or styles that have their keypad built into the handset. Numbered volume control wheel is found under listening end of handset. WARR

Help Dialer 700

The Help Dialer 700 is an automatic memory emergency dialer designed for users with cognitive or memory disabilities, visual disabilities, or fine motor disabilities. The dialer is designed to call up to three phone numbers and play the user's personalized emergency messages. The device works by pressing the panic button and help is called. When a call is received the receiver simply presses any button on their phone and opens the full two-way communication through the built in speakerphone from

Help Me At Home And School Grades 5 & 6

The Help Me at Home and Schools, for grades 5 and 6, is a symbolic language system of index cards with bold line illustrations for special needs of children. DIMENSIONS: 11 by 14 inches.

Help Me To Help Myself

Help Me to Help Myself is a 50-page large print word and picture booklet printed on heavy stock paper and loose leaf bound. Each page of the booklet contains a line drawing of a function or object as well as the accompanying word in block and cursive letters. The user points to the appropriate item or need illustrated to convey messages. Pages in the Help Me to Help Myself booklet are color-coded to aid the user in the selection process. Supplemental charts are also available (contact manufactur

Helpikeys

Helpikeys is designed for use by individuals with low vision and cognitive and learning disabilities. Helpikeys is a programmable membrane keyboard which replaces a traditional keyboard and mouse. It comes with five standard overlays which are recognized by the keyboard when inserted under the protective membrane. As a programmable alternative keyboard, Helpikeys can be changed by using one of these five standard overlays, or by using the Helpikeys Layout Builder software (included) that allows

Herzog System Of Keyboarding

The Herzog System of Keyboarding is a typing instruction program designed for use by individuals with developmental or physical disabilities. This system is designed for teaching keyboarding skills without using the "home row" method. It uses HUB KEY Sensors for correctly positioning the hands. With this system, students from 7 to 70 can learn to type in just hours. The system is especially beneficial to learners with disabilities. Instructor's manual and 2 levels of materials are included.

Hey Hear This

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: To assist children with visual impairments transition from one activity to the next with the use of a visual and auditory schedule. Material needs for making visual and auditory schedule: simple voice output communication device such as Talking Brix™, Communicators by AbleNet, Inc. or a Personal Talker by Attainment Company. Other materials needed include: Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Plastic, Velcro®, plastic food container, and object symb

Hf Snap-On Amplifier

The HF Snap-On Amplifier is a telephone handset amplifier designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This amplifier snaps on to the handset earpiece and amplifies the voice up to 5 times its normal volume. The hearing-aid-compatible device is equipped with a volume control and a snap-on strap holds the amplifier in place. POWER: Battery operated (battery included).

Hi-Mark Tactile Pen

The Hi-Mark Tactile Pen is a tactile marker designed for tactile marking of household items by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It is a tube of fluorescent liquid paste that becomes hard plastic when it dries. Drying time is approximately two hours. It can be applied directly to paper, plastic, wood, glass, cloth or metal. It will not stick to flexible plastic. It can be used to create tactile maps or to mark control settings on stoves, microwave ovens, toaster ovens, washers, dryer

High Fidelity Heavy Duty Headset Microphone

The High Fidelity Heavy Duty Headset Microphone is a microphone headset designed for use with the BoomVox Wireless Amplifier and the SoniVox Waistband Amplifier (see separate entries). The headset is intended for frequent daily use.

High Frequency Door Signal (Model 2646)

High frequency door signaler can supplement or replace existing doorbell. Easily installed. Operates on 5 to 20 volts AC or DC. High frequency tone between 2900 Hz and 3500 Hz with output up to 92 db at three feet.

High Intensity Doorbell (Model 2419)

Low voltage replacement doorbell of high intensity for home or apartment to alert hard of hearing. Bell measures four inches with a much higher intensity than standard, rated at 88 db at distance of three feet. Easily mounted and installed in place of existing bell or chimes. Overall length is 7 3/4 inches.

High Magnification Folding Pocket Magnifiers (Model Series 1710)

High Magnification Folding Pocket Magnifiers, model series 1710, are high power magnifiers in a compact size for individuals who have low vision. The lens and hard case is designed as a single unit to provide complete protection for the lens so it is always protected. The strong, fine grained, plastic case also acts as a sturdy handle. It is small and portable and comes complete with a carrying cord. The lens is an Aspheric PXM lightweight lens with anti-static coating. Masgnification ranges fro

High Noon Books Sound Out Series Set A-1 (Model S0S7)

High Noon Books Sound Out Series Set A-1 is a set of six braille books that make up a braille training program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This courseware package is designed to be used with the SAL Speech Assisted Learning System (see separate entry). SAL helps students with minimal reading skills read these books from cover-to-cover. Some pages show pictures; users can press on the word "picture" to hear the picture described. The series gives students pra

High Power Stand Magnifiers (Models 2618, 2624, 2626 & 2616)

High Power Stand Magnifiers, models 2618, 2624, 2624 and 2616, are designed for individuals with low vision. Theses magnifiers are designed with a transparent plastic base to let in maximum light for clear, bright viewing mounted in a white plastic frame. They are ideal for any task that reqires high magnification and an open base allows for marking. The lens is an aspheric PXM lightweight lens with a Duplex coating with magnification ranging from 4x to 10x depending on model. Some models come w

Highbridge Audiobooks

HighBridge Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Audiobooks include unabridged and abridged books on CD or cassette. Titles include New York Times best-selling fiction and nonfiction, Oprah’s Book Club selections, and others. Categories include Humor, Fiction, Westerns, Classics, Poetry, Business / Finance, Personal Development, Biography / Memoir, and History / Culture. Approximately 45 titles are added each year. In addition to book-bas

Highlighter (Model 1588-04)

The Highlighter, model 1588-04, is an illuminated stand magnifier designed with a highlighted orientation line for individuals with low vision. The entire magnification is illuminated, but one line of print is brighter. Because readers do not have to concentrate on orientation, they can read more easily and quickly. Lowering the illumination with the rheostat allows users to make the orientation line more visable by dimming the surrounding field. There is a power supply light to signify when pow

HIMS Braille EDGE 40, model B40K

Connect Braille EDGE 40 to a computer or PDA via Bluetooth and stay connected throughout the day without the need for charging. For even longer run time, connect via USB use the Braille EDGE 40 while simultaneously charging the unit.

Hims Braille Sense U2

The HIMS Braille Sense U2 is a Braille and electronic note taker and word processor designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The HIMS Braille Sense U2 allows the user to create and read documents, highlight important points with advanced fonts and style options. Read and analyze spreadsheets with the Excel Viewer. Always have complete and up-to-date access to email with IMAP and POP3. Has a Windows-like interface making operating of the Braille Sense familiar to Windows

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Hims Chat

HIMS Chat is a communicator program designed for use by that allows people with or without disabilities to communicate with individuals who are deaf blind using an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. This application (or app) facilitates face-to-face communication between the deaf-blind person and another person via a Bluetooth connection between an iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, and a Braille Sense notetaker (Braille Sense U2, OnHand or U2 QWERTY) or a Braille EDGE 40 braille display and keyboard (s

Hinged Check Writing Guide

The Hinged Check Writing Guide is a check writing guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Features include a hinged back permitting checks to be inserted and cut-out fields that assists in filling in all necessary entries. The device fits standard checkbooks. DIMENSIONS: (Haw): 2.75 x 6 inches.

Hinged Full Page Letter Guide

The Hinged Full Page Letter Guide is a writing guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The hinged back holds the page securely in place and 13 evenly slotted openings act as a guide for writing. The guide fits standard letter-size paper. DIMENSIONS (WxH): 8.5 x 11 inches.

Hip Talk (Models 5002 & 5004)

Hip Talk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. Designed to be worn at the waist, these communicators are activated by pressing the button or buttons on the top. Messages can be recorded and re-recorded as needed. Model 5002 offers two, 10-second messages and model 5004 offers four, five-second messages. A soft nylon zippered pack with a waist strap is included. POWER: Use four double-A batteries (not included).DIMENSIONS (HxLx

Hip Talk 12 (Model 5013)

The Hip Talk 12, model 5013, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Contoured and designed to be worn at the waist, this communicator is activated by pressing the buttons on the top. The device offers 300 seconds of recording time with 60 five second messages and five selection levels. Features include auditory cueing, sleep mode, volume control and on/off switch. Other features include an adjustable waist strap, magnetic snap-on frame

Hip Talk Plus (Model 5012)

Hip Talk Plus is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This communicator is worn in the included nylon waist pack. This clear-top communicator offers three interchangeable overlays which enable the 300 seconds of recording time to be utilized as three, six or twelve messages. Messages can be recorded as needed. Features include auditory cueing, magnetic snap-on frame for easy icon changing, adjustable waist strap contoured for the waist,

Hitec Guest Room Case (Sets 1-4)

The HITEC Guest Room Case is a container holding a variety of products needed to comply with ADA standards for hotel guests who are deaf or hard of hearing. All components can be easily installed or removed by hotel or hospital personnel. Set 1 components include an AP-Q90D TTY, an SA-TR50 phone ring signaler, a CS-IL40 in-line amplifier, a GA-DB9 door knock alert signaler, a CS-WS1 clock with bed vibrator, a GT-SMOKE visual/audible smoke detector, and a US-DV1 telecaption decoder. Set 2 compone

Hl-Bp Fresnel Magnifier

The HL-BP Fresnel Magnifier is a page magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 2x magnification Fresnel lens with ruler markings is intended to be the proper length to magnify lines of text in a book or document. It is thin enough to serve as a bookmark. DIMENSIONS: 2.5625 x 7.3125 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Hold It Ultimate Bookholder

The Hold It Ultimate Bookholder is an adjustable bookholder designed for use by individuals with mobility or upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, or arthritis. This height- and angle-adjustable book holder accommodates books weighing up to eight pounds and pages up to A4/foolscap size. Infinite angle adjustability enables the device to be used while sitting, standing, or lying down. The unit features a glare-resistant tray with pegs to hold the reading material and pages in place. T

Hold It, The

The Hold It is an adjustable bookholder, notebook/laptop computer support, and writing board designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or mobility disabilities or arthritis. Infinitely adjustable, the unit enables hands-free reading while sitting in a chair or lying in bed. It can also be used ad a writing board or stand or computer support while sitting, lying down, or standing. Made from high-quality lightweight aluminum, steel, and durable plastics, the unit accomodates almost any

Hold-And-Read (Model 73230)

The Hold-and-Read, model 73230, is a bookholder with clips to support a paperback book for reading and flipping pages with one hand or with a mouthstick. Folding plastic clips hold the left and right sides of the paperback. The holder is made of transparent polycarbonate plastic and has a brass center rivet. The holder will accommodate any thickness book. DIMENSIONS: .75 x 5.25 inches closed; 9 inches open. WEIGHT: .04 ounces.

Hold-It Down Trainer (Model 7400)

The Hold-It Down Trainer is a control switch training program and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. This trainer switch encourages the user to sustain his/her hand on the textured switch plate using three different methods: recorded verbal direction cues, gentle vibration, and activation of any connected toy. The unit offers 300 seconds of recording time for up to 60 messages of five

Holiday Homecoming Braille Cookbook

The Holiday Homecoming Braille Cookbook is a braille cookbook designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is a braille version of Kraft Kitchens' Holiday Homecoming cookbook, a cooking and entertaining guide for the holidays or for any special occasion during the year. The cookbook provides recipes, menus, and side dishes to make holidays festive. Pages are in Interpoint braille, with 148 pages in 2 volumes.

Holiday Kit

The Holiday Kit is a communication board designed for use with the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) for use by nonspeech or limited speech persons. The holiday symbols are intended to motivate spontaneous conversation about holidays and other special occasions. The kit includes pre-made boards for Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter, birthdays, Halloween, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Thanksgiving, and Valentines Day. Duplicable symbol masters are also included for the above holidays, along with Lab

Homeroutines

HomeRoutines is an iPhone, computer and tablet application designed for users with attention deficit disorders. Create routine checklists, then complete them on chosen days of the week, with reminder notifications and a gold star for each completed task. User checklists can automatically reset - start fresh each morning, week, or month. Free online editing and syncing between devices.

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Hook+ Switch Interface

Hook+ Switch Interface is  designed to provide  wired connection to the iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch via the Lightning connector.

Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read - Level 4: Emergent Readers (Kindergarten | Ages 4-6)

Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read - Level 4: Emergent Readers (Kindergarten | Ages 4-6) is an adapted book and CD-ROM designed for students with learning disabilities to learn how to read. Hooked on Phonics' Learn to Read Program teaches kids the skills needed to become confident readers, giving them a foundation to build on through their education years and beyond. Utilizing videos, storybooks, a workbook, reward stickers and flashcards, children will gain an understanding of reading skills and a

Hopping Frogs Game

Hopping Frogs Game is a designed to help children working improving their articulation skills. This game contains 420 game cards focusing on the developing sounds (P, B, T, D, K, G, and F) in a fun and enjoyable way. Each sound has specific question cards for initial, medial, and final positions in single words. Hopping Frogs is designed to allow you to work on a single target sound and position for all players, or address individual target sounds and positions for each player. For language deve

Hotel Kit A - ADA Compliant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

The Hotel Kit A - ADA Compliant for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is designed for use with cellular phones by individuals who are hard of hearing. The ADA package assists hotels and motels guests who are deaf or hard of hearing. Kit includes: Sidekick II Receiver with Strobe Light, Sound Monitor (for Telephone), Doorbell Transmitter with Bracket, Phone Amplifier, Silent Call Smoke Detector, Bed Vibrator, Heavy Duty Carrying Case and Full instructions attached to inside lid.

Hover Mounting Kit For Idevices

Hover Mounting Kit for iDevices is a mounting system designed to mount iDevices (i.e. iPads, iPad mini, iPhone 4, 4S or 5, etc.) using the Latitude Mounting Arm. It is designed for use by individuals with limited upper extremity coordination and strength, fine motor and grasping difficulties. This kit includes the Latitude Mounting Arm, Super Clamp, mounting plates and a Quick Start Guide. It is made out of strong carbon fiber. WEIGHT: 1.1 lbs/.5kg COLOR: Black WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by t

How To Read Braille Music, 2Nd Edition

How to Read Braille Music, 2nd Edition, by Bettye Krolick, is a manual for teaching music braille for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This book gives an overview of braille music, and explains the music braille symbols most frequently found in elementary through intermediate-level music. It is written at a fifth grade reading level and is suitable for both children and adults. This edition has 44 pages and was published in 1998. OPTIONS: This manual is available in braille, print,

Hoyle Grip Rite Grippers, Hoyle Super Grip, & Round Grippers

Triangular or round grips slide over shaft of pen, pencil or other hand held items. Soft vinyl provides more comfortable grip when writing and encourages natural finger hold to minimize finger strain. Several sizes available to fit variety of hand held tools such as crochet hooks, paintbrushes or silverware. Bag of 14 contains 7 sizes, 2 of each size. Pen and pencil holders available in bags of 25 or 100; Super Grip holders fit larger diameter ball point pens, crayons and some silverware. The gr

Humanware Communicator

The HumanWare Communicator is a multilingual face-to-face conversation app designed to help deaf-blind individuals communicate on an everyday basis. This app is intended to establish a text conversation between a deaf-blind person and a sighted person. All interaction appears both on the deaf-blind person’s refreshable Braille display, as well as visually on the screen of the iOS device.

Hungry Shark And Friends

The Hungry Shark and Friends is an early reading and math skills tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive and physical disabilities. The program offers six animated activities, each with its own colorful overlay; writing extensions using IntelliTalk (see separate entry); 30 pages of enrichment activities and reproducible masters; and adaptations for keyguard and switch users. The activities include Four Stripy Fish Swimming in the Sea (counting, sequencing, and rhyming skills

Hypersign

HyperSign is a sign language program designed to enable professionals or family members and friends to learn or improve basic signing skills. The interactive program features a dictionary of more than 2,000 words that can be set to any one of three levels: children, teen, or adult. The child's dictionary is designed for early or non-readers. The program demonstrates the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for a selected word in full-motion video and it provides the user with the option of watching

HyperSound Clear™ 500P

The HyperSound Clear™ 500P is designed for use by individuals who are partially deaf, hearing impairment or other type of hearing disabilities. The device works by letting the user control the volume level of the sound while others hear a different type of sound. This breakthrough directed audio solution makes listening to the users favorite program more enjoyable by beaming high-quality audio to the users favorite chair or specific spot while everyone else in the room enjoys great sound from th

Hyperties 3.0

HYPERTIES 3.0 is a word processor program designed to link text, graphics, audio and video to create interactive knowledge bases. Available in three versions, the program's basic features include: Graphic modes up to Super VGA; text/graphic/key - only buttons; scripting language; custom fonts; touchscreen and mouse support; hot spots on graphics; and network compatibility (On-line product information, public access kiosks). The 3.0 Standard is designed to provide extensive text-handling (up to a

I Can Cue 2

I Can Cue 2 is a visual sign language training software program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This CD-ROM contains two programs that teach intermediate cueing techniques and build skills in reading cues. Each program features a speed-adjustable animated cuer and sequenced lessons for learning and self-testing. Cue Those Phrases! has lessons that focus on consonant blends and clusters, liaisons, taps, and flicks, emphasizing everyday, common phrases. Users can c

I Can Play, Too!

I Can Play, Too! is a voice output game program and speech training program designed for use with various card and board games to allow a nonverbal individual to use a computer for his or her speech output while playing. Screens are included for the following games: Go Fish; Red Light, Green Light; Cootie; Checkers; Battleship; Simon Says; and other general board games. Features of the program include a child's human speech; touches of animation, including a tumbling musical die; a manual with p

I Can Spell!

I Can Spell! is a vocabulary enhancement program and educational game software designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. This CD-ROM includes Word Scrambler and Word Speller game programs to help players build skills in spelling and vocabulary with over 475 words and pictures. Players can use the spelling lists provided or make a customized list using the included spelling editor. For persons who use Cued Speech, cues are available for each picture, and can be added for new w

I Hear With My Little Ear

I Hear with my Little Ear is an activity book with 102 games designed for children working on improving their speech, language and literacy skill development. Written by a speech pathologist, these games combine visual auditory and kinesthetic approaches to learning and cover a wide range of skills, including identifying syllables, recognizing initial and final word sounds, rhyming knowledge and phonetic manipulation. Designed for group settings, these reproducible games will quickly become a fa

I Pod Case With Magnifier

The I-Pod Case with magnifier is designed for individuals with low vision. The case is made of leather and incorporates a 2X magnifier into the case to magnify the display screen. The case also includes a built in stand with belt clip.

I-Loview Video Magnifier

The i-loview Video Magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a 4.3-inch diagonal widescreen, 12 zoom levels up to 32 times magnification, four levels of brightness, and 16 levels of contrast adjustment. Six color modes are available for the user to select: normal; white on black; black on white; yellow on black; blue on yellow; or yellow on blue. The user can view various viewing angles with magic mode and take a picture then chan

I-Mos

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype augmentative and alternative communicate device that is worn like a pair of glasses for individuals with communication and speech disabilities. The i-Mos looks like a pair of glasses. It tracks the users eye movements and translates them into Morse code inputs. The Morse code is then translated into speech. Looking to the left indicates a “dot” and looking to the right, a “dash.” The device includes aids for sentence completion and a built

I-Switch

The iSwitch is a Bluetooth switch which enables switch access to iDevices. iSwitch provides comprehensive scanning switch access to all switch accessible Apps and Switch Control options in iOS7. Bluetooth 2.1 is most compatible with this device. POWER: Bluetooth 2.1. DIMENSIONS: 3 inches diameter. COLOR: Red, yellow, green or blue. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

I.l.k. Flash Magnifier

The I.L.K. Flash Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by persons with low vision who need extra light to read print. The magnification level is 10x. POWER: Uses two C batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.9 x 7 x 2 inches. WEIGHT: 8.3 ounces.

Iadapter

The iAdapter is a tablet computer protector designed for use by individuals with grasping, upper extremity and fine motor disabilities who use an Apple iPad. The hard case fits around the outside of the iPad, but does not cover the touch screen. The iAdapter also features two amplified speakers with adjustable volume to deliver sound for people that use the iPad as a direct selection communicator. A stereo headset jack is available. The iAdapter has a large handle, rubberized corners and a cove

Iadapter2

The iAdapter2 is a tablet computer protector designed for use by individuals with grasping, upper extremity and fine motor disabilities who use an Apple iPad 2. The hard case fits around the outside of the iPad, but does not cover the touch screen. The iAdapter2 also features two amplified speakers with adjustable volume to deliver sound for people that use the iPad 2 as a direct selection communicator. A stereo headset jack is available. The iAdapter2 has a large handle, rubberized corners and

Ibsar

Ibsar (Vision in English) is an Arabic- and English-language voice output optical character recognition and screen reader program and web browser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This integrated program is based on Sakhr Arabic/English text to speech (TTS) and optical character recognition (OCR) engines. The program reads printed books and documents aloud as well as electronic files. Screen content is read with a high quality human voice. The screen reader functi

Icamera Interface

The iCamera Interface is a switch activated shutter control that allows users with limited fine motor skills to take pictures on their iPhone, iPad and iPod with the camera feature on the device. The user plugs the capability switch into the compact iCamera Interface and attaches the Interface to their iPhone, iPad or iPod to take a picture. DIMENSIONS: 1 1/2" W x 1 1/2" L x 3/4" H. WEIGHT: 1 oz. COLOR: Black interface with white cord. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

iCanSee

iCanSee is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a magnifying glass for people who have difficulty seeing. The user launches the program, points the camera on the device towards the image he/she wants to magnify and selects the desired magnifying range (up to four times original size). The on-screen magnification controls enables the user to adjust the size of the image being viewed.

Icomm

iComm is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by pre-speech toddlers or children with communication or speech disabilities or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for children who have trouble communicating. The program uses words (both written and spoken) and personalized pictures as a means of communication. The program organizes pictures and their descriptions into nine categorie

Icommunicate

iCommunicate is a symbolic and director selection communicator program and prompter for people with communication or cognitive disabilities. The program allows an individual to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch as a communicator and cognitive aid. iCommunicate allows an image (including a picture or a symbol) to be related to a specific word or phrase and to an audio clip. The user selects a picture and the associated audio clip will play. If no audio recording is available, the program ha

Icommunicator

The iCommunicator is a communication aid for the deaf designed to enable individuals with hearing disabilities to communicate with hearing individuals without an interpreter. This computer-based system converts speech to text, speech to video sign language, speech to computer-generated voice, and text to computer-generated voice all in real time. Features include the ability to adjust the font size and text window display, the ability to adjust the signing speed and the size of the signing windo

Icon

Icon is a personal digital assistant (PDA) and voice output electronic organizer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Used by itself, this device is a portable electronic organizer and digital talking book player. Used in conjunction with the optional docking station, it is a notetaker and Internet access device. Pre-installed software applications include a calendar, address book, Web browser, e-mail, word processor, music player, podcast player / recorder, voice re

Icon Maker For Communication Builder (Models 4021-J & 4021-S)

The Icon Maker for Communication Builder is software to create icons designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This program enables users to print pre-made icons for Communication Builders communicators (see entry) on standard copy paper or transparent paper. Both models print icons in five different sizes, as well as blank templates in one, two, four, eight, and sixteen window configurations. Model 4021-J prints 177 icons in Japenese and model 4021-S prints 198 icons in S

iConverse

iConverse is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by children and adults with communication or speech disabilities or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone or iPod Touch to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak, have difficulty speaking or have not yet mastered language. The program comes with six built-in colored icons that display basic everyday needs: Bathroom, Drink, Food, Sick, Break and Hel

Icu Grades 1 And 2 In English Or Spanish

The ICU for grades 1 and 2 is a large print and symbolic language chart of index cards with illustrations and large print for special needs in the intensive care unit (ICU): intensive, coronary, recovery and emergency care. This product is available in English and Spanish versions. DIMENSIONS: 11 x 14 inches.

Ida-Reader

ida-reader is a digital talking book player program designed for use by people who are blind, dyslexic, or have reading disabilities or low vision. This software accepts ePub 2/ePub 3, Daisy 2.0/2.02, Daisy 3.0, HTML, RTF and XML as input and reading file formats. It has a bookshelf feature that automatically collects information on, and displays the names of, the books stored on a computer or on external devices like memory sticks, CDs or DVDs. When a book is being read, the text is displayed a

Ideal Group Reader

IDEAL Group Reader is a voice output electronic book (e-book) reader that can be used by individuals who are blind or have low vision or other disabilities that make reading difficult. An application (or app) for an Android device, this program reads text aloud and highlights sections of text as they are being read. The app’s screenreading capabilities and accessible navigation features enable the user to read both ePub2 and ePub3 books. The program also allows the user to take notes using speec

iDevice Gooseneck Mounting System With Adjustable iPad Cradle, Model 70000079

iDevice Gooseneck Mounting System is an equipment designed for the iDevice. This mounting system comes with adjustable iPad cradle which gives the ability to mount iPad to a variety of AbleNet's mounting systems without removing protective case from the iPad. The adjustable iPad cradle allows access to external buttons and 30-pin or lightning connector ports.

Ifaraday Mouthstick

The iFaraday Mouthstick is a mouthstick for tablet computer and touchscreen designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, or severe physical disabilities. This touchscreen stylus allows the user to operate devices with capacitive touchscreens with his or her mouth. The mouthstick features a biteable mouthpiece with vinyl tubing on the mouth end and a removable tip module strong enough to press keys on a conventional keyboard. The shaft is made of lightwei

Ifollowroutine

iFollowRoutine is an independent living skills and personal skills tutorial program and reading and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children with developmental disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to teach a child to follow routines each day before going to school and after coming home from school. The app includes a collection of standard routines for both boys and girls, and these routi

Iglasses On Demand

iGlasses on Demand is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a magnifying glass for people who have difficulty seeing. The user launches the program and pointes the device's camera at the object to be magnified. The horizontal scrollbar at the bottom of the screen can be used to magnify the image. The program will autofocus the image. The program allows the user to switch between lands

iHear Dialer

iHear Dialer is a cell phone screen reader and a voice output dialing program for cell phone designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The application (or app) for an iPhone allows the user to dial a phone number without looking at the keypad. When the user moves a finger around the keypad, iHear Dialer will say each number as the finger touches it. The user lifts the finger after the number is read aloud to select if that is the number for dialing then browses to the nex

Ilife Fall Detection Sensor

The iLife Fall Detection Sensor is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors and individuals with balance and mobility disabilities. The system includes a fall sensor with a wireless radio transmitter, which are housed in a single wearable unit worn on the body of the protected person. The sensor can detect falls, abnormal body movements, or extended periods of inactivity and automatically summon assistance without user intervention. The device also has a manually activated button fo

Illuminated Magnifier (Model 4731, 4330, & 4331)

Magnifier with light, 3X magnification. POWER: 2 AA batteries. DIMENSIONS: 3.25 inch diameter lens. 2.5 inches high.

Illuminated Magnifiers (Models Lm101, Lm102, Lm118, Lm119, & Lm120)

Variety of hand held illuminated magnifying lenses. Magnification power ranges from 2 to 10 times normal size. Available in battery operated or electric models. Batteries are not included with battery operated styles.

Illuminated Object Communicator (Model 1262)

The Illuminated Object Communicator, model 1262, is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with low vision and communication disabilities. This device offers 12 levels with 300 seconds of recording time with four selection fields. The user activates a connected capability switch (not included) to start the action. Once objects (not included) are placed within the selected fields illumination is provided for greater visibility. Features include a recordable l

Illuminated Picture Frame Communicator

Illuminated Picture Frame Communicator is a communication device designed for individuals with visual impairments. A picture is placed on the white background of the picture base. The user presses on any of the 4 pictures to activate a pre-recorded message and illuminate the picture. The Illuminated Picture Frame Communicator use 4”x5” picture card holders and can accommodate up to 8 photographs using front and back. It works in a field of one, two, three or four. It can be activated via dir

Illuminated Pocket Magnifiers (Model Series 1510 & 1570)

Illuminated Pocket Magnifiers, model series 1510 and 1570, are hand held magnifying lenses with lights for individuals who have low vision. Ideal for use in the home, at work or at the store. The Mobilux 1510 Series has a newly designed aspheric lens with Duplex coating that provides superior optics. The magnification changes according to model and lens size and are as follows: 3.5x, 4x, 5x, 7x and 10x. The 1571-04 (mag. 6x) and 1573-04 (mag. 2.5x) are biconvex lens while 1572-04 (mag. 4x) and 1

Illuminated Smart Magnifier

The Illuminated Smart Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This hand-held magnifier offers 5x magnification and two white LED lights for reading. It also has a built-in blue UV bulb to help detect counterfeit money. Shine the light on the vertical security strips in paper bills, and If they glow, they are genuine. Detection works on U.S. bills from $5 to $100. POWER: Uses three LR44 button cell batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 4

Illustrated Menu

The Illustrated Menu is a communication board with symbolic language pictures designed to assist nonvocal individuals with food and beverage selection. The board has more than 200 pictures of various foods and beverages, as well as key phrases (such as "Where is the rest room?"), and a tip finder. The board contains several pages to flip through and all are laminated so that they may be written on with non-permanent markers.

Imagination Express

Imagination Express is a language tutorial program designed to provide language development, cooperative learning, whole language writing and reading, theme based instruction and vocabulary development for children with a developmental disability. The interactive story book maker allows students to create everything from one-page picture stories to printed masterpieces to talking electronic books. Students can add animation, text, narration, and music using the CD-ROM theme packs "Destination: R

Imagination Express Destination: Pyramids

Destination: Pyramids is a reading tutorial, story writing, and language tutorial program designed for use by children with physical, cognitive, or visual disabilities. Using the theme of the life along the ancient Nile, users can create print and interactive electronic books, poetry, and essays as well as movies. Complete with music, sound effects, and historically accurate indoor and outdoor Pyramid Temple and Valley Temple backgrounds, the Sphinx, Pharaoh's garden and palace, the flooded Nile

Imagination Express Destination: Time Trip, Usa

Imagination Express Destination: Time Trip, USA is a reading tutorial, story writing, and language tutorial program designed for use by children with physical, cognitive, or visual disabilities. Using the theme of the development of the United States throughout its history, users can create print and interactive electronic books, poetry, and essays as well as movies. Complete with music, sound effects, and historically accurate Main Street, Neighborhood, and indoor backgrounds from 1640, 1776, 1

iMagnify

iMagnify is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. The program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad or a BlackBerry phone to function as a magnifying glass for people who have difficulty seeing. Magnification ranges from one to four times original size and the amplification is controlled by a slide on the display which allows the user the choice of pinpoint precision or a range to sweep across the page of a book. Other features include the ability to

Impacto-600 Interpoint Braille Embosser

The Impacto-600 is an interpoint (double-sided) Braille printer designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. This unit can print high-quality interpoint Braille pages at a rate of 600 pages per hour. The number of working parts has been reduced to a mininum to ensure reliability, and an integrated test function allows quick diagnostic testing. The printer includes permanently installed Braille character sets in several languages, together with a built-in Braille editor that allo

Imperium 200H Environmental Control System

The Imperium 200H Environmental Control System is an environmental control unit designed to provide both visual and voice feedback for individuals with disabilities. Engineered for dual capability at either home or a care facility, this unit is designed to control up to 256 lights and appliances, including televisions, video cassette recorders, compact disc players, electronic bed controls, nurse-call systems, and the optional tape recorder. Extra relays for such items as a powered door opener a

In My Dreams

In My Dreams is a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by speech therapists and reading teachers working with children who have cognitive, communication, learning, speech or vision disabilities or autism. It is for use with an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch. The application (or app) uses animation and repetition to promote literacy. Every page has the same sentence structure and asks the user to fill in a missing word. The app reinforces understanding of

In Your Face Viewbase

The In Your Face Viewbase is a mounting kit for smartphones and other handheld devices that can be used by individuals with upper extremity or grasping disabilities. The unit consists of a flexible gooseneck with a lower clamp for attaching to a table, wheelchair, plane tray, or other support, and an upper clamp for holding the device. The top clamp is spring-loaded, allowing the smartphone to be inserted and removed. The clamp provides a padded and secure tight grip that fits all iPhone and iPo

Inbound And Outbound Tty/tdd Virtual Contact Center Systems

The Inbound and Outbound TTY/TDD Virtual Contact Center Systems are computer-based text telephone systems designed to enable customers who are deaf or hard of hearing to interact with service centers. To contact a service center that uses this system, a customer only needs to call the center's TTY number using a 45.5 baud device or a personal computer. The customer then receives a text-based welcome message and a list of service options from which to pick using a keyboard. When the customer choo

Independence Mount With Notebook Plate

The Independence Mount with Notebook Plate is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators and portable computers. Designed to be mounted on the right or left side of the wheelchair, this unit fits most communicators and portable computers and can be adjusted to hold the device at the right height, position, and angle for comfortable operation. This mount can be easily folded out of the way when not in use.

Index 4X4 Pro With Acoustic Cabinet (Models 70011 & 70012)

The Index 4X4 Pro is a Braille printer and publishing system designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The Index 4x4 Pro is intended for use in the production of Braille magazines, books, and newspapers. When the 4x4 Pro receives a Braille text file from a computer, it processes the file into saddle stitch binding format. For example, the first sheet of a 40-page document will consist of pages 1, 2, 39, and 40, the next sheet will consist of pages 3, 4, 37, and 38, etc. The 4

INDEX Pen

The Indexpen is an ergonomically designed pen for use by individuals with grasping, upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. Indexpen is designed to facilitate one finger writing and fits on any finger. The ink cartridge with ballpoint can be mounted on any finger, eliminating the need to grasp or squeeze the pen. The natural weight of the hand is sufficient to apply ink to the page. Ink refills are available. COLOR: yellow, green, pink, blue.

Indi with Snap + Core First

The Indi with Snap + Core First is an AAC speech/communication application for people who have difficulty communicating (speaking) as a result of autism, aphasia, Down Syndrome, stroke, laryngectomy or any other condition. The device is pre-installed with Snap + Core First, the easiest symbol-based software for early communicators. Also included is a whole ecosystem of support and a 30-day money back guarantee for complete peace of mind.

Individualized Communication Systems

Individualized Communication Systems are communication boards designed for instructing non-vocal persons in the fundamentals of non-speech communication. Each plastic board features a set of clear vinyl pockets. Communication symbols of any type may be placed in the pockets, which are secured by a clear, non-glare plexiglass cover that snaps on top. Seven colors of card stock paper are included for mounting the communication symbols. The boards are primarily designed to aid teachers and thera

Indoor / Outdoor Double Gong Ringer

The Indoor/Outdoor Double Gong Ringer is an auxiliary bell for sound enhancement and signaling of a telephone ring for persons with hearing disabilities. It attaches to the wall and emits a very loud sound. The ringer plugs into a modular phone jack. A T-adapter and modular cord are optional.

Indoor Bell Ringer

The TEC Indoor Bell Ringer is an indoor auxiliary bell designed for sound enhancement and signaling of a telephone ring for persons with hearing disabilities. It has a mechanical, extra loud bell with an on/off switch. The ringer plugs into the wall phone jack and the telephone is connected to the ringer.

Inflatable Clown Punching Bag

This inflatable clown punching bag is designed for children with autism or sensory processing disorders. It provides an outlet and at the same time it gives a good upper-body workout. Made of two sections. Contains 2 valves. Fill the bottom with sand or water. Inflate top section with air (by mouth). May require topping off every few days. Available in two sizes.

Infra-Link First-Aide Kit

The Infra-Link First Aide Kit is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or by individuals with mobility disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This system provides an immediate, independent communication link in case of an emergency. The system includes a universal infrared transmitter, a remote-controlled speaker-telephone, and an alternating current (AC) wall outlet. The transmitter and a sip-or-puff switch are attached to an I-V stand and can be move

Insignia Narrator Advanced Hd Radio With Radio Reader Service (Model Ns-Clhd01)

The Insignia Narrator Advanced HD Radio with Radio Reader Service, Model NS-CLHD01, is a portable AM, FM and HD radio with voice output controls and reading service receiver designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. As the user presses the buttons that control the radio, voice announcements guide the user and state the options available at each stage. Radio station information, time and settings are all assisted by vocal cues. The user can access a radio reading service b

Inspiration

Inspiration is a word processor program designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities or brain injury or individuals who think visually. This visual learning tool helps develop ideas and organize thinking. Integrated diagramming and outlining views work together to aid in creating and modifying concepts and information. The diagramming view simplifies creating and modifying concept maps, webs, idea maps, and other graphical organizers. The intuitive interface keeps the focus on the

Instant Immersion American Sign Language

Instant Immersion American Sign Language is a sign language training CD-ROM designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This training CD-ROM uses the immersion method to teach beginners how to sign. It provides a foundation in basic principles before moving on to advanced skills. Users can view translations of manually typed words or phrases; find definitions or view corresponding signs in an English-ASL dictionary; or mouse-click objects to review their signs and receive au

Instructional Strategies For Braille Literacy

Instructional Strategies for Braille Literacy, edited by Frances Mary D'Andrea and Diane P. Wormsley, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of individuals who are blind or have low vision. This handbook provides instructors with strategies and methodologies for teaching braille. It is intended to help pre-service and in-service teachers develop their instructional literacy and braille skills, and provides information on working with children who have congenital or adventi

Intel Mind-Reading Software

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create prototype software that can read the minds of individuals with disabilities and be used as an alternative form of augmentative and alternative communication. Intel’s mind-reading software uses MRI scans to determine what items people are thinking about and what parts of the people’s brain is being activated as he or she thinks. According to Intel Labs researcher Dean Pomerleau, in the tests the software guess with 90 percent accuracy which of two words

Intel Reader

The Intel Reader is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or who have reading-based learning disabilities. This hand-held mobile device captures printed text, converts it to digital text, and reads it aloud. Reading is accomplished by pointing the Intel Reader's built-in camera at the printed material, snapping a picture, and listening to the spoken read-out. The user can change voices, select voice gender, and change pitch and playback s

INTEL READER

The INTEL READER is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The reader is built specifically for the blind and visually impaired, as well as for people with reading disabilities like dyslexia. Using a built-in high-definition camera, the Intel Reader can take photographs of printed text from books, magazines, newspapers, etc., and can convert the text to audio to read aloud.

Intele-Modem

The Intele-Modem is an external modem that automatically converts ASCII code to Baudot code, enabling the user to talk to various types of TDDs and computers and to use a personal computer (PC) as a telecommunication device. Intele-Modem connects directly to the phone line and works with standard communication software (AT/Hayes compatible command set) and BBS (bulletin board system) software. The unit automatically detects ASCII and Baudot calls; lights on the front panel indicate the current o

Intellibraille Cd

IntelliBraille CD is a braille tutorial program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This CD is designed to be used with IntelliTools Classroom Suite and IntelliKeys (see separate entries). It is a complete braille curriculum with more than 70 activities. The program includes 16 lessons on the Literary Braille Code, beginning with the alphabet and all contractions; four lessons on Tracking and Braille Alphabet, including A-J and the railroad track lessons; and five l

Intellicall Thelephone Amplifier

The IntelliCall Telephone Amplifier is an amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This device connects to standard corded phones and amplifies incoming voices 45 decibels or more on a handset or headset and can be used with any headset with a RJ9 plug (the same as telephone handset-cord connector). High Definition Sound (HDS) Technology eliminates virtually all distortion, echo effects, and unwanted static and digital tone enhancement boosts and enriches the speech fre

IntelliKeys

IntelliKeys is a plug-gable keyboard designed for people with cognitive disabilities. It helps the students with physical, visual or cognitive disabilities to easily type, enter numbers, navigate on-screen displays and move the mouse.  Little pressure is required to press a key and it can support and it has a variety of overlays (keyboard printed on a paper to be inserted into the device.) It is also a portable device and can be used for more than one user. IntelliKeys USB plugs into the compute

Intellitouch Sbc-40 Talking Caller Id

The Intellitouch SBC-40 Stand Alone Talking Caller ID Announcer is a voice output caller identification unit designed for use to make caller identification accessible to individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit works on any phone line with caller ID service, using Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (Dect) technology. It has separate phone and line jacks, and volume control with mute. POWER: Uses 3 AAA batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 2.1 x 5.7 x 5 inches. WEIGHT

Interact-As Communication Suite Consumer Edition

The Interact-AS Communication Suite is a captioning software program specifically designed for individuals with communication disabilities, and individuals who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and have difficulty writing/typing, speaking, and/or reading. Once the Interact-AS software is downloaded and installed in the user’s computer/laptop/tablet, the user can start receiving captions of what the other person is saying while he or she is saying it - all without an internet connection. The top portion

Interact-As Communication Suite Professional Edition

The Interact-AS Communication Suite is a captioning software program specifically designed for individuals with communication disabilities, and individuals who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and have difficulty writing/typing, speaking, and/or reading. Once the Interact-AS software is downloaded and installed in the user’s computer/laptop/tablet, the user can start receiving captions of what the other person is saying while he or she is saying it - all without an internet connection. The top portion

Interact-As Voice System

The Interact-AS Voice System is a speech generating software specifically designed to give Voice Back to People who have Lost the Ability to Speak. The software, which comes preloaded onto a handheld Windows 7 tablet computer, voices aloud whatever the user writes with a digital pen or types on his or her wireless keyboard (both are included).

Interactive Board Books

Interactive Board Books are reading tutorial materials designed for children who have cognitive or learning disabilities. This bundle of five thick board books features stories with moveable pieces. These books allow children to read independently because the words are supported with Literacy Support Picture clues. The titles include: The Adventures of Hopper, Mixed up Morning, Monkey Business at the Market, Wonderful Snow, and At the Fire Station. OPTIONS: Individual books are available for pur

Interactive Communication Cards (Models 82262, 82263, 82264, & 82265)

The Interactive Communication Cards are communication boards designed for use with individauls with speech or communication disabilities. Available sets include Home and Health, model 822672; Food, model 82263; Recreation and Leisure, model 82264; and Sensory and Social, model 82265. Each set depicts 120 practical and functional activities, along with common words. Words are printed on the front and back of each card. Four sentence strips encourage communicating in sentences. High-frequency voca

Interactive Sign Language Fingerspelling & Numbers

Interactive Sign Language Fingerspelling & Numbers is a computer program that teaches finger spelling and numbers in sign language. This interactive program is designed to provide training in learning the basics to improving comprehension and increasing signing speed. This graphics-based program provides life-like photographs and moving animation of hands. LEARN SIGN WINDOW: This teaches the beginning signer how letter and number signs are formed and enables the user to type any word or numb

Interactive Sign Language Fingerspelling And Numbers Computer Software

Interactive Sign Language Fingerspelling and Numbers Computer Software is a sign language program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This program acts as a personal tutor, using lifelike photographs and animation to help improve signing speed and comprehension. COMPATIBILITY: Versions are available for use on IBM and compatible computers and Macintosh computers.

Interline Braille Writing Frame

The Interline Braille Writing Frame is a manual braille writing aid with stylus. The device consists of a wooden board with metal guides on the sides onto which the braille slate fits. As the writer moves down the page, the slate is moved to the next set of metal grooves. The metal slate has 2 lines of 21 cells each.

Interpretype

Interpretype, also known as ITY, is a communication aid designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities or who are deaf or hard of hearing. This communication aid consists of a pre-programmed laptop style computer unit that can display typed messages and send them to other devices or to a computer. Users can have a conversation by reading and typing. Each individual unit is configured to communicate directly with any personal computer with Windows utilizing Interpretype software. This a

Introduction To Braille Music Transcription (Models 6-75960-00 & 8-75960-00)

Introduction to Braille Music Transcription, models 6-75960-00 & 8-75960-00, by Mary Turner De Garmo, is a manual for teaching braille music transcription for music students and musicians who are blind or have low vision. It is the text used by those studying to become certified music braille transcribers in the U.S. It gives detailed transcribing lessons with examples and exercises. The book is available in a four-volume braille edition (6-75960-00) or a 300-page, one-volume print edition (

Introduction To Kitchen Appliances

Introduction to Kitchen Appliances is are symbolic language pictures and an independent living skills tutorial and safety awareness tutorial program designed to provide symbolic language pictures, along with text, for teaching the use of appliances in school or home settings to people who communicate nonvocally or who have other disabilities. This daily living skills workbook includes units on the stove, oven, freezer, microwave, refrigerator, and a review section. Each chapter moves in sequence

Ip-Relay

IP-Relay is a text telephone (TT) emulation program designed for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. It allows a person who cannot hear the incoming audio on a mobile phone to communicate with a hearing person by using the mobile phone as a text telephone. The user can use IP-Relay to place a call to a hearing person. The call is relayed through a certified IP-Relay operator. The user types his/her side of the conversation and the operator speaks that text to the call recipient. The call rec

Ip6000

The IP6000 is an emergency call box with a dialless VoIP (voice over Internet protocol) telephone, designed to be usable by individuals with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities. This emergency alert system can be used with or without a monitoring service. Its full-duplex emergency phone provides VoIP communications utilizing SIP (Session Initiation Protocol). The unit has a rugged front panel made from 12 gauge brushed stainless steel, with a sealed speaker, microphone and activation butt

iPad Access Kit

The iPad Access Kit includes an assortment of assistive technology solutions designed to make iPad use accessible.

Ipad Laplander

The iPad Laplander is a support for a tablet computer and a bookholder with lapdesk designed for use by people with grasping, neurological, mobility or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. This portable lap desk has a solid work surface with rounded corners, a cut-out oval handle at the top of the desk, and cloth elastic straps in the two upper corners to hold small items or book pages in place. One strap has a pen loop. The base is a removable contoured cushion. OPTIONS: R

Ipad Mounting System (Model 1556)

The iPad Mounting System, model 1556, is a stand for a tablet computer and a computer mounting kit for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, or mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system is composed of three parts: a mounting platform for the iPad, a mounting arm, and a clamp. Two flexible cords that securely hold the iPad to the platform are included. The light duty mounting arm expands from 14.5 inches to 24 inch

Ipod Based Soundpod

The iPod Based SoundPOD is a handheld direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Available as a complete system or as a conversion kit for an existing iPod Touch (not included with the conversion kit), this device comes with TouchChat AAC software (not included with the conversion kit) and a SoundPOD wearable augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device. Users can remove the

Ipractice Verbs

iPractice Verbs is a voice output flash card program and a language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by language therapists and parents working with children who have cognitive, communication, developmental, hearing, learning, or physical disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a therapist or parent to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to help children learn and practice basic English verbs. iPractice Verbs comes with over 120 verbs in present, present p

Ireadwrite For The Ipad

iReadWrite is a support app that helps struggling readers and writers of all ages read and write, especially those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, or other learning difficulties. This app, which runs on an iPad, does not require Wi-Fi or 3G access. iReadWrite offers Text-to-speech; Phonetic Spell Checker; Homophone and Confusable Word Checker; Word Prediction; Dictionary; Picture Dictionary; customizable background, text colors and fonts; and a choice of voices. With the iReadWrite, users can import

Iris Pen Express

The IrisPen is a text recognition pen scanner designed for individuals who learn through visual learning, but also helpful to those with learning disabilities who need information reinforcement. The IrisPen instantly enters text, numbers, and grayscale images into your computer simply by scanning them. The pen can be used with printed information from books, newspapers, magazines, letters, and more. The device can recognize up to 1000 characters per second for ease of copying information.

Irispen Executive

The IrisPen is a text recognition pen scanner that instantly enters text, numbers, and grayscale images into your computer by scanning them. The IrisPen is an study tool for children or adults who learn through visual learning, but also helpful to those with learning disabilities who need information reinforcement. The pen can be used with printed information from books, newspapers, magazines, letters, and more. The device can recognize up to 1000 characters per second for ease of copying info

Is It A Word - Or Not?

Is It a Word - Or Not? is a reading tutorial program designed for use with children who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities. This program consists of a stand-up flip book that presents single consonants and short vowels. The tent-style book offers three side-by-side sets of cards on spiral bindings. Each set of cards is similar to a set of flash cards; the first set includes the consonants B through Z, the second set offers the short vowels, and the third set includes another set of co

Iscope

The iScope is a rifle scope modification that allows the user to attach a smartphone directly to the eyepiece of the scope, which can make hunting or shooting easier for individuals with physical or neurological disabilities who have difficulty using a scope or holding a gun. The adapter attaches to most rifle scopes with four padded set screws. When the smartphone is attached and the smartphone’s camera is aligned with scope, the user can view what the scope sees through the smartphone's screen

Iseeclearly

iSeeClearly is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. The program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a video magnifier. The user launches the application, or app, points the device's camera toward the image to be magnified, and selects the desired magnification (up to 10 times original size). The user can select from either landscape or portrait mode and images can be saved to the device's camera roll. Other features include built-i

iSign

iSign is a sign language training program and sign language dictionary designed for use by people with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses animated graphics to illustrate and teach 800 ASL signs. The words or phrases can be viewed alphabetically or in categories, and there is quiz feature that shows a video clip of a sign and asks the user to select the correct word or phrase from a list. Users can also build a “Favorites” list for quick acc

iSign Lite

iSign Lite is a sign language training program and sign language dictionary designed for use by people with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses animated graphics to illustrate and teach 25 ASL signs. The words or phrases can be viewed alphabetically or in categories. Users can also build a “Favorites” list for quick access to frequently used signs and use a search function to find words and phrases. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPho

Isis Audio Books

Isis Audio Books are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The books are unabridged voice recordings. Most are available on cassette tape, and some are available on CD. The company offers thousands of titles, including mysteries, thrillers, romances, and general fiction.

Ispeak For Pocket Pc

iSpeak for Pocket PC is a voice output program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This text-to-speech (TTS) software product allows users of Pocket PC handheld devices to listen to e-mail messages, text documents, web pages, MP3 (.mp3) files, and Wave (.wav) files. This program will play text files of any length, including web page information, presentations, papers, reports, and e-books. Users can create or merge playlists consisting of text, MP3, or Wave files. The program includ

iTalk2 Communicator

The iTalk2 Communicator is a multiple-message communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. The unit offers two message areas, each with ten seconds of recording time. The unit is angled for ease of access to the activation areas and picture communication symbol storage is built in. Two included snap caps secure and protect the symbols during use. The unit is equipped with dual toy/appliance jacks to pair communication with an activity and to encourage choice making.

Itouchilearn Morning Routines

iTouchiLearn Morning Routines is an independent living skills and personal skills tutorial program and reading and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children who have cognitive, communication, learning or speech disabilities. This application (or app) allows a parent to use their Apple iPad to teach a child morning routine life skills through music, animation, verbal directions and interactive activities. The child progresses through each routine and receives v

Itouchilearn Words

iTouchiLearn Words is a language tutorial program, a reading and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children who have communication, developmental, learning, physical or speech disabilities. This application (or app) allows a parent to use their Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch or Android phone to teach a child how to recognize and pronounce words through animations and word association games. The animation teaches the context of words and the games reinforce earl

Itr-100A Hd Radio

The ITR-100A HD Radio is an AM, FM and HD radio with voice output controls and reading service receiver designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. As the user presses the buttons that control the radio, voice announcements guide the user and state the options available at each stage. Radio station information, time and settings are all assisted by vocal cues. The user can access a radio reading service by registering the radio's serial number with a local reading service p

iTraq3

The iTraq3  is an all-in-one, small tracking device that features global tracking coverage and up to 4 months battery life on one charge. It can be used to track kids or family members who suffer from Alzheimer, Dementia or other mental diseases. iTraq provides a turnkey tracking solution that comes ready to use out of the box with a global SIM card, Android, iOS and Web tracking app.

Iveo Hands-On Learning System

The Iveo Hands-on-Learning System is a package containing a tactile graphics display (IVEO Touchpad) and a braille graphics program (IVEO Viewer, IVEO Creator, or IVEO Creator Pro), designed for use by students who are blind or have low vision and their teachers. The system can be used to teach subject such as biology, health, chemistry, astronomy, math, or geography with a combination of touch, sound, and sight. Three versions are available: Iveo Lite, Iveo Creator, and Iveo Creator Plus. Iveo

Iwritewords

iWriteWords is a math tutorial program and a writing skills training program designed for use by parents or teachers working with children with learning, upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach a child handwriting while playing a game. The child collects the numbers in sequence by dragging with his or her fingers and drawing the letter at the same time. A drawing featuring the c

Iwritewords Lite

iWriteWords Lite is a math tutorial program and a writing skills training program designed for use by parents or teachers working with children with learning, upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach a child handwriting while playing a game. The child collects the numbers in sequence by dragging with his or her fingers and drawing the letter at the same time. A drawing featuring

Izoom Web Screen Magnifier / Reader

iZoom Web is a Web-based screen magnification and screen reader program designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision. This program magnifies the computer screen up to 32X with eight zoom modes. This software also offers color, cursor, font, speech enhancements and more. The software runs from the manufacturer's Web site at http://www.issist.ca and requires no download. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible personal computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Pentium III, 1 Gigahertz p

Izoom2Go Screen Magnifier / Reader

iZoom2Go screen magnification and screen reader program designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision. The software is provided on a portable USB drive, making it available on any computer running Windows 2000, XP, or Vista with a USB port. The drive retains the user's settings for use on any computer. This program magnifies the computer screen up to 32X with eight zoom modes. This software also offers color, cursor, font, speech enhancements and more. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IB

Jibo

The Jibo is a hands-free speaker users control with their voice. The product can be used to help people with hand movement disabilities or anyone with low body movement or other disabilities. The device uses facial recognition technology to remember each user in his loop and can take pictures. Additionally, the device is designed to move and swirl around whenever spoken to it. The Jibo also provides hands-free voice control for iHearthRadio. Plus, Jibo is Bluetooth-enabled so you can stream othe

Jitterbug Plus

The Jitterbug Plus is a large-button cell phone designed for use by seniors or individuals with low vision, fine motor disabilities, or arthritis. Features of this hearing aid compatible phone include a separate on/off button; a standard dial tone; large, backlit, bright easy-to-see buttons; a full keypad for dialing calls; simple menus with "Yes" and "No" action buttons without confusing icons; on-screen help hints; and large on-screen text. This phone also offers a personal phone book, pay-per

Jordy

JORDY is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is worn like a pair of glasses, and can be used for such activities as watching television, using a computer, reading and writing, painting, playing cards or board games, and more. Objects are magnified up to 30 times. This video magnifier features a wide field of view, automatic focus, object locator capability, focus lock capability, and digital zoom capability. There are four viewing modes: Full color, black and wh

Jordy Stand

The JORDY Stand is a video magnifier stand designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is designed for use with the JORDY head-mounted video magnifier (see separate entry). When the headworn device is placed in this docking stand, and the stand is attached to a monitor, the JORDY functions as a desktop video magnifier. The stand can be used with any monitor, including a computer monitor. The stand uses the same controls as the JORDY glasses. It has an extra large working space with a loc

Joseph's Readers Talking Software - Grades K-8

Joseph's Readers Talking Software - Grades K-8 is a reading tutorial program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program is designed to teach reading to non-readers by turning a personal computer (PC) into a personal reading coach. The program comes in four levels (1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th through 8th grades), with six to seven stories, 50 to 75 lessons, and 42 to 49 software applications per level, providing a total of over 18,000 language

Jot A Dot Pocket Brailler

The Jot a Dot Pocket Brailler is a manual braille writer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This small, lightweight brailler has six keys for Braille entry. The keys have high contrast colors for identification by users with low vision. Braille is written from the left hand side of the page to the right, with 20 cells of braille per line. The user can read braille as it is written by turning the unit over. A built-in reading stand keeps the unit stable when resting

Journey

The Journey is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV has a high-resolution camera positioned above a movable reading tray and a 19-inch LCD monitor mounted on the front of the camera. The screen moves up or down and tilts back for best viewing position. The Journey features fully adjustable white LED lighting; fast one-cable setup; over 25 color mode options; one touch magnification pre-sets; one lever control brake and table stop; and adjustable br

Journey Flexi

The Journey FLEXi is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lightweight CCTV has a high-resolution camera and a 19-inch flat panel LCD monitor that are mounted on an adjustable arm that attaches to the edge of a table or desk with a C-clamp mount (included). This arm is height adjustable and and swivels. Objects are placed under the unit and viewed on the screen. The screen can be moved vertically and tilted back for best viewing position. The Journey FLE

Jtalker

The JTalker is a communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This software uses the computer keyboard as the input and selection method and offers the flexibility to use sound and image inputs recorded for the user or downloaded from other sources such as the Internet. The system can also be used in speech therapy, for learning vocabulary, for learning sign language, or for general language learning. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers

Juliet Pro 60

The Juliet Pro 60 is a desktop braille printer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This printer has a 40-character-wide embossing line and 60-characters-per-second speed for double-sided embossing (40-characters per second for single-sided printing). It can use either continuous tractor-feed paper or single sheets, hand-fed one at a time. A variety of different paper sizes and weights can be used. ET Speaks comes up talking automatically on the Juliet Pro 60, echoin

Jumbo Artic Drill Book Photo-Words Add-On

Contains 3,519 full color photo words (416 pages) with all the sounds in the original Jumbo Drill Book, plus W and "vocalic R" words (ar, er, or, air/ear/ire). Includes 24 sounds: B, CH, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, L Blends, M, N, P, R (Vocalic), R Blends, S, S Blends, SH, T, TH, V, W, Y, and Z. Comes with printable CD for color or black and white pages, awards, a Homework Helper Letter, progress Chart, Treatment Tips, and game Ideas. Book does not have phrases or sentences.

Jumbo Grip, The

The Jumbo Grip is an pencil holder designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor disabilities. This device is designed with applied technology that works with the body’s natural physiology to place the fingers of both left- and right-handed users in the correct position for gripping. This device provides extended comfort and support up to the second knuckle.

Jumbo Key Amplified Telephone With 600 Times Amplification (Model Hd60)

The Jumbo Key Amplified Telephone with 600 Times Amplification, model HD60, is an amplified hearing aid-compatible telephone with visual ring indicator, designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The phone amplifies incoming sound to over 55 decibels (dB), making sound up to 600 times louder. Selectable Digital Tone Setting allows the user to boost and enhance the speech frequencies the user cannot hear well, improving the intelligibility of difficult to hear words. Digital

Jumbo Keyed Amplified Telephone With Voice Activated No-Touch Answering (Model Hd50Jv )

The Jumbo Keyed Amplified Telephone with Voice Activated No-Touch Answering, model HD50JV, is a voice activated large button amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals with mobility disabilities or who are deaf or hard of hearing. The handset has up to 40 decibels (dB) of amplification. An "AMPLIFY" key remembers the handset volume setting. Sound can be adjusted with four digital tone control settings. Voice-activated answering enables the user to answer incoming calls without touching

Jumbo Tweezers

Jumbo Tweezers are designed to help children learn fine motor development and sensory skills. Features ergonomic depressions to guide a proper pincer grasp, essential for handwriting and fine motor skills, such as buttoning, zipping, holding a toothbrush, picking up objects. The colorful design encourages proper finger placement for a comfortable grip and the plastic material makes them easy to pinch together.

Junganew: A Herd of Sounds for “S”

Junganew: A Herd of Sounds for “S” is the first in a series of story based speech and language therapy adventure apps that create an experience for children, intended for ages 4 and up to learn their sounds. It is a strategy based program designed as a series of apps. The first app focuses on the sound of /s/. A Herd of Sounds for “S” is the first in a series of sound acquisition apps that will include over 40 sounds in the English language.

JVIGUE Sensory Toys Set- 15 Pack Stress Relief Hand Fidget Toys for Kids and Adults, Sensory Therapy Toys for ADHD Autism Stress Anxiety

The JVIGUE Sensory Toys Set- 15 Pack Stress Relief Hand Fidget Toys for Kids and Adults, Sensory Therapy Toys for ADHD Autism Stress Anxiety is designed for children and adults with sensory processing disorder to use as a set of fidget toys and increase focus. Contains 2xSqueeze Soybean Fidget Toys;2x Silver finger Massage Rings;2x Gold finger Massage Rings;1x Squeeze Grape Ball;3x Mesh And Marble Sensory Toy;2x Fidget Stretchy String;1x World Map Foam Balls;1x Monkey Stringy Balls;1 Pack Large

K.c. Clyde In Fly Ball

K.C. Clyde In Fly Ball Interactive CD-ROM is a story program designed to promote literacy, reading and language involvement for children with cognitive disabilities. The program features animated imaginative characters (K.C. is a boy; Clyde is a dog, and UKandu is the wordbird), catchy music and fun word recognition activities. It is designed with up to 21 story paths (more than 120 pages of story is possible), four levels of word interaction, and pop quizzes. The characters are engineered to ta

Kaspar Humanoid Robot

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: KASPAR is a prototype child-size humanoid robot designed by the Adaptive Systems Research Group at the University of Herforshire. KASPAR allows children with intellectual and emotional disabilities to develop social skills for solitary and cooperative play, especially in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Currently KASPAR has 8 degrees of freedom in the head and neck and 6 in the arms and hands. The face is a silicon-rubber mask which is supported on an a

Kaufman (K-SLP) Treatment Kit 1 - Basic Level

Kaufman (K-SLP) Treatment Kit 1 - Basic Level is a kit contains 225 reference cards to teach syllable shapes children need to become effective vocal/verbal communicators. This product can be used by individuals with ADHD, ADD, learning disabilities, and difficulty communicating. The visual referents are most appropriate for children ages 2-8. The treatment methods employ a systematic and progressive approach of simplifying word pronunciation patterns to shape and expand verbal expression and mak

Kayjae Portable Storage Desk (Models Sd121216, Sd121418, Sd161216, & Sd161216)

The KayJae Portable Storage Desk is a desk lapboard designed for use by people with disabilities. It features a tabletop with ample space for writing and drawing, a storage compartment for supplies, an attached ledge to hold books and papers in place, and a side latch to keep the storage compartment closed. A support rod is also included to hold the storage compartment open. It can be used in a tilted, level, or freestanding position. OPTIONS: A plastic book clip and a non-skid, tabletop rubber

Keitzer Multipurpose Check Writing / Signature Guide

The Keitzer Multipurpose Check Writing/Signature Guide is a check writing guide designed for use by people with vision, fine motor, or other writing disabilities or arthritis to write and endorse to cash standard checks and traveler's checks. The plastic device can also be used as a signature guide for both right and left-handed people. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 3 1/8 x 6.25 inches. WEIGHT: 2 ounces. COLOR: Black. WARRANTY: Lifetime Guarantee under narmal use.

Keplerian Telescopes (Model Series 1672)

The Keplerian Telescope, models 1672-1, -2, -3 and -4, is a telescope designed for distance, intermediate and near use for individuals with low vision. The telescope can be used as a hand held spotting telescope or it can be mounted in frames for hands free tasks. The lens is Achromatic glass lens which is blue coated with integrated miniature roof-prism. It is housed in a matte-black-lacquered metal and comes with a soft black carrying case with Velcro fastener and carrying cord. Magnification

Key Return

The key return is designed to be used as a carrying aid for a communicator by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The key return features a 24-inch retractable chain which attaches to a small communication aid, board or notebook for easier carrying. A clip belt is attached to the retractable chain for easy access and carrying.

Key To Access

Key to Access is an accessibility software module, MP3 player, and digital recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. When this device is inserted into a computer's USB port, the user has access to a suite of ten accessibility tools: (1) Universal Reader for reading email and web pages; (2) E-Text Reader, a tool that allows the user to highlight, bookmark, search and extract text from a document; (3) Ultimate Talking Dictionary, a 250,000-

Key To Access Vpod

Key to Access VPod is an accessibility software module, MP4 video player, and digital voice recorder designed for use by individuals who have learning disabilities. When this device is inserted into a computer's USB port, the user has access to a suite of accessibility tools: Universal Reader Plus for reading email and web pages; E-Text Reader, a tool that allows the user to highlight, bookmark, search and extract text from a document; Ultimate Talking Dictionary, a 250,000-word voice output dic

Key Words: Special Needs Version

Key Words: Special Needs Version is a typing instruction program designed to introduce and enhance keyboarding skills for children with developmental or physical disabilities. Key Words teaches students to learn to type using fun phrases, written by a children's poet. Exercises replicate patterns that occur most often and naturally, using simplified letter and word patterns in small passages. Short activities, a scrolling interface and fun language, and color graphics hold students' attention. T

Keyboard

The Keyboard is a communication device accessory designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This portable keyboard is sized for use with ComLink communicators (not included; see separate entries). For typists, the keyboard can be used to enter text which is then converted to speech output by the communicator. In addition the keyboard is also useful when programming that device. The keyboard plugs into one of the communicator's USB ports.

Keyboard Covers (Model 1440)

Keyboard Covers model 1440, is a keyguard designed to block out unnecessary keys for individuals with physical disabilities. Designed for use with computer programs which require only one or a few keys to be pressed, these flexible covers attach to the keyboard with Velcro and enable unneeded to be blocked from use by adhering the included rubber bumpers. The covers can also be used to designate keys to be used. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple IIe computers.

Keyboard Guard.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Keyboard guard to assist persons with limited finger control. A removable grid is constructed from 1/16 inch diameter brass rod with soldered joints. It can be made for calculators, typewriters or push button phones. Includes drawing. SKILLS REQUIRED: Welding. AUTHOR: Ken Hagman, Opportunities, Inc., 925 Jefferson Street, Fort Atkinson, WI, 414-563- 6691. TITLE: Tools, Equipment and Machinery Adapted for the Vocational Education and Employment of Handi

Keyboard With Keyguard

The Keyboard with Keyguard is a modified keyboard designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Available in a standard Windows keyboard with Windows keys, a 101-key mini keyboard, or an extended Macintosh keyboard, the keyboard comes with a pre-attached unbreakable Lexan keyguard with smoothly-finished holes properly aligned with each key to eliminate unwanted keystrokes. COMPATIBILITY: Models are available for use with IBM and compatible computers with AT/PS2 connection or

Keyboardcommunicator (Model Kc200)

KeyboardCommunicator, model KC200, is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. Featuring DECtalk text-to-speech synthesizer, it gives users flexible, high-quality speech output in a choice of nine voices. The device is designed to be compatible with PS/2 and USB keyboard interfaces, enabling users to use their own keyboards with the device. The PS/2 version offers external printer support and typematic setting (not available on the USB v

Keyboarding By Ability

Keyboarding by Ability is a typing instruction program designed to teach keyboarding skills at employable speeds using a touch system to people who have use of only one hand or who have use of 3 or less fingers on one hand. This program utilizes a unique progressive learning system (which includes visual cues and human voice), allowing the student to learn by building upon his or her progress. Each lesson is presented in an easy step-by-step format. The first lesson shows a full visually-cued ke

Keyboarding For Individual Achievement

Keyboarding for Individual Achievement is a typing instruction program for people with learning and reading disabilities (including dyslexia), blindness or low vision. This program teaches keyboarding skills through a visually- and audibly-cued, split screen, alphabetical approach that has been tested to meet the needs of children and adults with various learning style needs. There are three editions available - Students with Learning Disabilities; Students with Dyslexia; and Students with Visua

Keycache

Keycache is a word prediction program designed to help accelerate typing rates. As the user types, the program displays a pop-up window showing words that begin with the letters entered. If the desired word is on the list, the user can complete it by pressing a digit key or by clicking the mouse on the window. The program can use multiple vocabulary lists, which can be created with any text editor. The program can also add new words to the vocabulary lists automatically. The program is memory re

Keyguard For Computer Laptops

The Keyguard for Computer Laptops is designed for use by children and adults with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. The durable break-resistant acrylic keyguard features smoothly finished keyholes aligned with each key and is available with or without a removable cover for the touchpad to limit accidental mouse access.

Keyguard For Dana / Neo

The Keyguard for Dana/Neo is a keyguard designed for use by individuals with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities or cerebral palsy. This unit fits the keyboard of the Dana or Neo word processor (see entries) from Renaissance Learning, Inc., and allows students to rest their hands and helps prevent unwanted key presses.

Keyguard For Keysusee Large Print Kerboard

The Keyguard for KeysUSee Large Print Keyboard is a keyboard designed for those individuals with disabilities that affect upper body mobility, gross or fine motor ability, and/or a person’s ability to use their hands (Parkinson's). This product is only for use with the KeysUSee keyboard. Increases typing speed and accuracy. Frame/handrest prevents accidental keystrokes. Made of thick clear acrylic. Easy to attach and remove with Velcro strips.

Keyguards

The Keygards are designed for use with Apple and Apple II computer keyboards. This item fits directly on the keyboard and aids in stabilizing the fingers or a typing stick during typing. COMPATIBILITY: Models are available for Apple, Apple Keyboard "N," and Apple II keyboards (sold separately).

Keyguards For Augmentative Communication Devices

The Keyguards for Augmentative Communication Devices are a communication device accessory designed for use by individuals who have communication disabilities and fine motor or other upper extremity disabilities. Made of clear acrylic, these guards are available for a variety of communication devices and can include such features as a removable window and multi-shaped key holes.

Keyguards For Computer Keyboards

Keyguards for Computer Keyboards are designed for use by children and adults with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. The durable break-resistant acrylic keyguards are available for IBM and Macintosh computers and feature smoothly finished holes aligned with each key. Keyguards mount with Dual Lock (see separate entry) or Velcro and eliminate unwanted keystrokes. DIMENSIONS: The acrylic is 0.25 inch thick.

Keyguards For Popular Software And Adaptive Keyboards

Keyguards for Popular Software and Adaptive Keyboards are designed for use by children with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. Available for adaptive keyboards such as Intellikeys and the Discover:Board (see separate entries) and software access packages as Bailey's Book House, Millie's Math House, Sammy's Science House, Thinkin' Things Collection I, and Living Books (see separate entries), the keyguards are made of clear acrylic and enable users to avoid unintentional keystrokes

Keyworks V 3.0 And Keyworks Advanced Version

Keyworks is a keyboard enhancer program that allows the user to type long strings of characters or commands ("macros") by typing a one- or two-key combination. Keyworks also offers pop-up menus of available macros, full screen editing of macros while running another program, and a DOS window. Both fixed and variable-length pauses are available within predefined macros. Pop-up menus of available macros may be designed and named by the user. Keywords Advanced Version features screen-reading capabi

Kfm High Output Magnifier

The KFM High Output Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light and clamp designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a round lens on a flexible arm with a clamp for mounting to the edge of a desk or table. The magnifier is available with a 3-diopter (1.75X) or 5-diopter (2.25X) optical quality lens in a die-cast aluminum housing, illuminated by a 22-watt high output T-5C fluorescent ring bulb with a heavy-duty clear diffuser. The light source provides 3500 lux at the focal

Kid Keys

Kid Keys is a voice output program designed to introduce and enhance keyboarding and reading skills for students with developmental and physical disabilities. Three activities combine voice, music, graphics, animation and sound to help students progress from learning key positions to typing smoothly and accurately. Students develop letter and word recognition, learn letters and words through the use of speech technology, and develop sequencing skills while taking the first steps in computer lite

Kid Pix 2 / Kid Pix Studio

Kid Pix 2 and Kid Pix Studio are drawing programs designed to create multimedia presentations and animated artwork for individuals with a cognitive or physical disability. Students can use the TouchWindow (see separate entry) to access this program which includes a talking alphabet, colorful rubber stamps that can be customized and resized, and a palette of Wacky Brushes. Slide Shows are easy to create, so children of all ages and levels can create multimedia reports, animations with sound effec

Kid's Typing

Kid's Typing is a typing instruction program designed to instruct students in proper typing skills for children with developmental or physical disabilities. Spooky, the ghost, guides students through the program and creates new lessons based on students' accuracy and speed. He starts with simple exercises that teach the locations of the keys and advances students through exercises and games that concentrate on problem areas. The faster students type, the more fun Spooky creates, keeping accuracy

Kidacess Eye-Cons

KidAccess Eye-Cons are symbolic language pictures designed for use with children with cognitive, learning, or communication disabilities. Available in pre-packaged or custom sticker sets, in pre-packaged or custom laminated card sets, in pre-packaged or custom kitchen magnet sets, or on CD-ROM, Eye-Cons provide colorful realistic images with or without the corresponding word or phrase for use with communication boards or books, to create a child's personal or school-day calendar, to teach routin

Kidde Wireless Smoke Alarm System With Smoke Sounder

The Kidde Wireless Smoke Alarm System with SmokeSounder is a smoke alarm designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The system includes one or more wireless smoke detectors with standard 85-decibel alarm signals, plus SmokeSounder, which provides a voice alarm and a low-frequency beeping alarm signal. SmokeSounder does not detect smoke by itself, and must be used with a Kidde wireless smoke alarm / detector. It links with the Kidde wireless smoke alarm so that when the smok

Kiddesk

KidDesk is a desktop program designed with interactive desk accessories for children who have a developmental or physical disability. It is a hard disk security program that allows students to individualize their desktops and launch their own programs without being to able to access system functions that are off limits. An adult code is necessary to reach the hard disk and system functions. Features include six themes for personalization, a Talking Clock, Printable Calendar, Working Calculator,

Kidspiration

Kidspiration is a word processor program and writing skills training system designed for use by children with learning disabilities and others who learn better visually. It uses principles of visual learning to help students in kindergarten through the 5th grade to see, organize, and develop their ideas. It helps young readers and writers build confidence in organizing information, understanding concepts, and expressing their thoughts. It is similar to Inspiration (see separate entry) but design

Kikitori Hearing Aid Application

Kikitori Hearing Aid Application is a voice amplifier and voice recorder designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch as a hearing aid. Sounds are picked up by the device’s microphone, amplified and processed in real time and sent to the user’s earphones or earbuds. Bluetooth compatible. Features sound adjustment controls and a noise filter.

Kindle Keyboard & Kindle Keyboard 3G

The Kindle Keyboard and Kindle Keyboard 3G are voice output electronic book readers designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or other disabilities that make reading difficult. These portable electronic book (e-book) readers includes a text-to-speech feature that will read aloud all books in English that are loaded onto the reader. Both models of the Kindle Keyboard hold up to 3,500 books in 4 gigabytes (GBs) of storage, and each can be used with audio books. Books can be

Kindle Touch & Kindle Touch 3G

The Kindle Touch and Kindle Touch 3G are voice output electronic book (e-book) readers that can be used by individuals who are blind or have low vision or other disabilities that make reading difficult. These multi-touch portable e-book readers include a text-to-speech feature that will read aloud all books in English that are loaded onto the reader. Both models of the Kindle Touch hold up to 3,000 books in 4 gigabytes (GBs) of storage, and each can be used with audio books. Books can be downloa

KJB Bionic Ear

Bionic Ear and Booster Set® is a listening device designed for hearing impaired individuals to amplify faint or distant sounds, done by pointing the unit in the direction of sounds up to 100 yards away. The set comes with a 12-inch parabolic dish and has a recorder output jack to record the sounds picked up by the Bionic Ear. With this device, the user can magnify faint or distant sounds. Features include:

KLIQ TinyTune Tuner Pedal for Guitar and Bass

The KLIQ TinyTune Tuner Pedal for Guitar and Bass is a musical instrument accessory designed for those individuals with hypersensitivity to sound to reduce noise. Users will experience speedy tuning with A1 precision. Housed in a mini pedal that's designed to fit on any pedalboard, the TinyTune lets them spend less time tuning and more time playing. The color display is large, clear, and has excellent visibility under any lighting. So whether they are playing at home, on a dark stage or outdoors

Knfbreader Mobile

The knfbReader Mobile is a cell phone, optical character recognition device, and voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The user takes a photo of the text to be read with the built-in cell phone camera, and the text is read aloud. An automatic viewfinder tells the user whether the entire document is in the photo. While the text is being read, the device can display the text on the phone’s built-in screen and highlight each word as it is spo

Koosh Say It Play It (Model 881)

The Koosh Say It Play It, model 881, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This device plays messages while simultaneously activating any connected device. The unit offers 20 seconds of recording time. POWER: Uses 4 double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: 8 x 6 x 4 inches.

Krown Amplified Ringer 05 With Strobe Light (Model K-Ra05)

The Krown Amplified Ringer 05 with Strobe Light, model K-RA05, is a telephone signal indicator designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Intended for use in monitoring a telephone line for incoming calls, the unit has a bright flashing strobe light to alert the user that the phone is ringing. This signal indicator features a 120 decibel (dB) ringer operated by power from the telephone line. The built in strobe light has an on/off switch. POWER: Uses three double-A batterie

Krown Dual Vibrating Alarm Clock With Doorbell And Door Knock (Model Ka1000)

The Dual Alarm Clock with Doorbell and door Knock model KA1000, is a vibrating and flashing alarm clock, telephone signal amplifier, and doorbell signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This unit can alert the user either by sound, light, or bed shaker, and includes a built-in telephone ring signaler, wireless doorknock/doorbell transmitter, and built-in wireless receiver for Krown KA300 alarm monitor transmitters. The unit can be expanded into other rooms using K

Krown In-Line Amplifier (Model Ilax-35)

The Krown In-Line Amplifier, model ILAX-35,is a telephone amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This portable unit installs on the phone line to amplify the volume of a corded phone up to 20 times. Features include a volume slide and a power button to prolong the life of the battery. POWER: Uses a nine-volt battery (not included). The unit has a low-battery indicator. WARRANTY: One-year warranty from date of purchase against any defect in materials or workmanship.

Krown KA300 Alert System Kit

The Krown KA300 Alert System Kit is an emergency alert system designed for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. During an emergency situation, this system uses a strobe light, a siren, and a bed shaker to alert individuals with hearing loss to existing audible warning devices designed for those without a hearing loss. The system connects up to three existing audible alarms, such as fire/smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, home security systems, or weather alerts. It can be used in smal

Krown Phone Flasher (Model K-Pf200)

The Krown Phone Flasher, model K-PF200, is a flashing light telephone signal designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The unit attaches to any modular phone jack. Its 180 degree dome cover spreads an ultra bright LED signal throughout the room to alert the user of an incoming call. It also works with most PBX systems and video phone equipment. POWER: Uses power from phone line. WEIGHT: 1 pound. WARRANTY: 1 year limited warranty.

Krown Remote Receiver (Model Ka1000Rr)

The Remote Receiver, model KA1000RR, is a flashing light signal indicator designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This receiver has 16 different flash patterns to aid in identifying multiple alerts such as a doorbell, telephone, videophone, and emergency alarms. It connects to a standard table lamp and power outlet in any room of the home, apartment or office. This device can be used with the following units: KA300TX Transmitter, KA1000DB/DR Door Signaler Transmitter, an

Krown Starplus 45

The Krown StarPlus 45 is an amplified telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone amplifies the incoming voice by a 50 decibels (dB) gain and its advanced circuit design and its electronic anti-feedback filter work to make words clearer and easier to understand without feedback or distortion. Other features include a 95 dB loud tone ringer, caller ID capability, extra-large buttons with high-contrast graphics, back-lit liquid crystal display (LCD) and keypad, tw

Krown Tactile Ring Signaler (Model K-Ttrs)

Krown Tactile Ring Signaler, model K-TTRS, is a tactile ring signaler designed for use by individuals who are deaf, deaf blind or hard of hearing. The system includes a wireless telephone transmitter and vibrating personal pager. This wireless system permits the user to receive signals from up to 80 feet away. Features include visual, audio and vibration alert indicators, a transmitter that plugs directly into a phone jack, and 1,024 household code combinations to prevent interference. POWER: Us

Krown Telephone Signaler (Model Ts-082)

The Krown Telephone Signaler, model TS-082, is a flashing light telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This unit signals incoming calls by flashing a connected lamp on and off automatically even when the lamp is being used. The telephone ringer can be turned off with the ringer switch on the telephone signaler. This unit works with most videophones.

Kts Refreshable Braille Display (Brailloterm 40/80 Cell Braille Display)

The KTS Refreshable Braille Display is a refreshable braille display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This display comes with software for translating text to braille and vice versa. The display is available models with 40 or 80 cells. Features include 6- or 8-dot braille selected by keystroke; screen navigation using 14 dedicated function keys; hardware cursor or 10 soft cursor tracking; display of attributes in monochrome or color modes; direct line selection;

Kurzweil - National Federation Of The Blind Reader

The Kurzweil - National Federation of the Blind Reader is a voice output optical character recognition device designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This handheld unit scans text and reads it aloud with synthetic speech. The user holds the unit's camera over print, and it snaps a picture. In seconds it reads the contents of the printed document in clear synthetic speech. Scanned text can be discarded, stored for later reading, or transferred to a computer or braille no

Kurzweil 1000

Kurzweil 1000 is an optical character recognition (OCR) program with voice output designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software package runs on a personal computer connected to a flatbed scanner. It scans books, magazine articles, and other printed documents, converts the printed text into electronic text files, and reads them aloud using RealSpeak, a human-sounding synthetic speech engine. Scanned documents can be edited using a text editor with voice output. Definiti

Kurzweil 3000 For Macintosh

Kurzweil 3000 for Macintosh is an optical character recognition (OCR) program with voice output designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities. This software scans documents and reads scanned or electronic text aloud using synthetic speech. Words are highlighted in contrasting colors as they are spoken. This simultaneous auditory and visual presentation of information helps increase reading accuracy, speed, and comprehension for readers. Users can adjust how much text is highlighted

Kurzweil 3000 For Windows

Kurzweil 3000 for Windows is an optical character recognition (OCR) and test program with voice output designed for use by individuals with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. This OCR software scans documents and reads scanned or electronic text aloud using synthetic speech. Documents are shown on screen with words highlighted as they are spoken. This combined auditory and visual presentation of information helps increase reading accuracy, speed, and comprehension for struggling readers.

Laborius

The Laborius is a portable commode and toileting supply kit for people with moderate incontinence and other disabilities that limit their ability to reach an accessible bathroom when needed. The kit was planned and designed for use in homes, hotels, outdoors and even in the homes of friends and relatives whose toilets are not handicapped-accessible. The kit includes screen walls to ensure privacy of the user, commode, kit for absorbing urine and feces, a button for summoning assistance, cleaning

Laidback Portable Reading Stand / Table

The Laidback Portable Reading Stand/Table is a notebook/laptop computer support or bookholder designed for use by individuals with mobility or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. Made of glass-reinforced ABS, this adjustable unit can be used in a recliner, on a sofa, or while lying in bed to hold most laptop computers or books in an optimal position for the user. It has handle built in to the top of the table surface for transport when folded. DIMENSIONS: The surface is 16 inches

Lamterm

LAMterm (Language Activity Monitor terminal program) is a communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This software facilitates the uploading of language activity monitor data from an AAC (alternative and augmentative communication) system to a personal computer (PC). SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Serial port. For computers with USB ports and no serial port, an adapter may be used.

Language Builder

Language Builder is an auditory perceptual training program, a language tutorial program, and a speech training program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad to help children accomplish the following educational goals: (1) improve sentence ideation; (2) improve sentence formation; and (3) improve receptive and ex

Language Builder Deluxe

Language Builder Deluxe is an auditory perceptual training program, a language tutorial program, and a speech training program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad to help children accomplish the following educational goals: (1) improve sentence ideation; (2) improve sentence formation; and (3) improve receptive

Language Builder Occupation Picture Cards

The Language Builder Occupation Picture Cards are symbolic language pictures designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This set of 115 functional photo cards shows 61 up-to-date occupational images using both men and women. In addition to assisting with communication, the cards can be used to teach occupational labels, community helpers, gender labels, pronouns, and storytelling. DIMENSIONS: Each card is 3 x 5 inches.

Language Builder Picture Cards

Language Builder Picture Cards is a photo card set designed to teach basic language skills to children with developmental and communication disabilities. The set focuses on such concepts as receptive language, expressive language, matching identical items, and sorting. These cards can also be used to teach advanced concepts such as adjectives, function, and storytelling. Each 350-card set includes photographic picture cards in six categories (animals, foods, vehicles, clothing, furniture, and to

Language Facilitator Device (Models 3057 & 3058)

The Language Facilitator Device is a speech teaching device designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. Model 3057 is a four-message communicator with up to 30 seconds of time in each square for a total of 120 seconds of recording time. Model 3058 has 12 levels with six seconds of recording time per message, for a total of 300 seconds. To use, users select a message or sound to hear, and then watch themselves pronounce the word or sounds in the mirror while lights

Language-Links

Language-Links is a communicator and language tutorial program designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and severe neurological or physical disabilities. This program is a progressive language development system with ready-to-use pages designed by speech language pathologists who specialize in using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices in clinical settings. Covering all levels of language development from preschool through adult, Language-Link

Lapreader

The Lapreader is a book holder designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand or upper extremity disabilities. Designed for use on the lap, this contoured unit has a firm foam core covered in soft cotton to support small or medium books or writing materials. Three back pockets hold pens, glasses, note cards, and the included Book Bungee book closer and book mark. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 15 x 14.5 x 6.5 inches. WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds. COLOR: Dark blue.

Large Animal Markers

The Large Animal Markers are easy grasp marker pens designed for use by children with fine motor disabilities. These markers are washable and easy to hold and the animal heads serve as the caps. The round bodies and tapered shape are useful for opening the web space of the hand and using the palmar arches. These markers are available in a farm animal set, a dinosaur set, and a jungle set. Each set includes six markers.

Large Area Infrared System

The Large Area Infrared System is an amplification system designed to provide hearing assistance, speech assistance, and mobility aid hearing assistance for individuals who are hard of hearing. The system is wireless and great for group listening. It oversomes background noises, reverberation and distance from speaker. This system can be used in places like theaters, classrooms or concerts. Simply connect the transmitter to the existing sound system and listeners use portable receiver and earph

Large Cell Perkins Brailler (Models 22-0114-3 & 22-0116-8)

Large Cell Perkins Braillers, models 22-0114-3 (manual) and 22-0116-8 (electric), are braille writers designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These sturdy, portable machines are similar to the Standard Perkins Brailler (see separate entry), but produce larger braille cells with more space between the dots, allowing the braille to be read by persons with neurological problems affecting the sense of touch, including diabetic neuropathy. Each machine comes with a dust cove

Large Handle Stylus & Small Handle Stylus (Models 1-00200-00 & 1-00220-00)

The Large and Small Handle Styluses are Braille writing aids for individuals who are blind or have low vision. They are designed with wooden handles and rugged metal points. One side of the Large Handle Stylus, model 1-00200-00, is flattened to prevent the stylus from rolling. The Small Handle Stylus, model 1-00220-00, has a flat end. DIMENSIONS: Large stylus is 2 3/8 x 7/8 inches; small stylus measures 1 7/8 x .75 inches.

Large Magnifier With Neck Strap (Model 73372-0002)

The Large Magnifier with Neck Strap, model 73372-0002, is designed for sewing, reading, stamp and coin collecting, drafting, and other fine work requiring hands-free magnification. The plastic lens is mounted on a plastic frame with a chest yoke and adjustable neck loop. Focal length is 8 inches. DIMENSIONS: Lens is 4.5 inches in diameter. WEIGHT: 8 ounces.

Large Print Address Book

The Large Print Address Book is designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is spiral bound with a heavyweight laminated cover. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 9.5 x 7.5 inches.

Large Print Books From Huge Print Press

Large Print Books from Huge Print Press are large print books designed for use by individuals with low vision. Books are custom printed in font sizes from 16 to 44 point, and are available in hardback, paperback, or loose-leaf formats. Titles can be chosen from a catalog of existing large print books, or a published title can be enlarged on a custom basis. As part of its custom enlargement service, Huge Print Press purchases a new copy of the requested title, thereby making sure the author, publ

Large Print Keyboard USB Plug 4X Larger letters Keyboard

The Large Print Keyboard USB Plug 4X Larger letters Keyboard is a training keyboard designed for students with low vision to teach them typing skills.

Large Print Recipes For A Healthy Life

Large Print Recipes for a Healthy Life, by Judith Caditz, is a large print cookbook designed for use by individuals with low vision. This cookbook includes over 200 recipes for low cholesterol, low fat, and low sodium dishes with no added sugar, plus serving suggestions. The book is paperback and has 283 pages. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 11 x 9.75 inches.

Large Wooden Eraser (Model 23-3701-2)

The Large Wooden Eraser, model 23-3701-2, is a braille eraser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It is especially designed for use with the Perkins Brailler (see separate entries).

Laryngeal Mirror

The Laryngeal Mirror is a speech mirror designed for use by individuals with speech, eating, or swallowing disabilities. Designed to provide thermal-tactile stimulation during swallowing therapy, this chrome plated mirror helps trigger swallowing by stimulating the anterior pillars of fauces. The device can be sterilized by stem, hot air or antiseptic solutions. OPTIONS: A chrome plated hexagon handle is available for use with either size mirror (sold separately). DIMENSIONS: 12 millimeters (Siz

Laryngograph (Model 6094)

The Laryngograph, model 6094, is a device that detects and processes laryngeal characteristics of a person's voice for use in the treatment of vocal fold pathologies. The laryngograph can in turn be interfaced with a microcomputer to display and print these voice patterns. The user places two transducers (vibration detectors) against the larynx and speaks. The transducers are designed specifically to pick up and record movement of the chords and the opening and closing of the vocal folds, indepe

Laserline Graphics

LaserLine Graphics are tactile graphics designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. They are designed to provide clear and accurate tactile access to complex visual information, with various pattern fills, line styles, and directional indicators. These tactile graphics are produced to order as Vector-based graphics files in an XML-based conversion process. Items that can be converted into tactile graphics include maps, diagrams, flow charts, and educational materials in mat

Layoutkitchen

LayoutKitchen is a direct selection and scanning communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This program is a layout editor for on-screen communicator panels in Proloquo and scanning panels in SwitchXS (see separate entries). It supports coloring of panel background, button labels, and buttons, including full-color images of any size on buttons in graphic formats such as .png, .tiff, .jpg, .psd, and .pdf. It adjusts text font, size, and style

Leap Motion Controller

The Leap Motion controller is a sensor intended to help people with dyslexia. It senses the natural movement of the hands and works like a pointer on the computers. Currently, it works with most operating systems. The Leap Motion Controller doesn’t replace the keyboard, mouse, stylus, or trackpad. It works with them, and without special adapters. Once the Leap Motion software is running it's connected to the USB to begin use.

Leaps And Bounds 1

Leaps and Bounds 1 is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by pre-school children with learning disabilities. Colorful characters in six text-free activities help stimulate imagination and develop pre-reading skills. Children improve hand-eye coordination as they manipulate the mouse and target items as they pop up in surprising places. Left-to-right tracking prepares children for beginning reading. Stimulating movements and sounds aid in improving auditory and visual discrimination.

Leaps And Bounds 2

Leaps and Bounds 2 is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by pre-school children with learning disabilities. Colorful characters use dancing, buble-blowing, and other antics in six text-free activities to help develop pre-reading skills. Children improve hand-eye coordination as they manipulate the mouse and target items as they pop up in surprising places. Left-to-right tracking prepares children for beginning reading. Stimulating movements and sounds aid in improving auditory and v

Leaps And Bounds 3

Leaps and Bounds 3 is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for use by pre-school children with learning disabilities. Colorful elephants carrying whimsical characters on their heads lead children into six activities with opportunities for experimentation, problem solving, language development, fine motor skill development, sound discrimination, and more. Children experiment with an on-screen machine to figure out how to make sausages and then squeeze them into a hungry monster's dish. The Mak

Learn The Basics: What Doesn’t Belong?

Learn the basics: what doesn’t belong? is a flipbook with laminated picture cards, designed for special needs students. Users begin by learning to group similar items together which teaches reasoning, discrimination, and problem solving as well as reasoning skills. Cards attach and detach with Velcro. Additional exercises and activities are scattered between the pages. Ages 2 to 5. Small parts, warning for children under 3 years old.

Learn to Read – Level 2: Early Emergent Readers (Pre-K | Ages 3-4)

Learn to Read – Level 2: Early Emergent Readers (Pre-K | Ages 3-4) is a program designed for students with learning disabilities to learn how to read. It introduces the following beginning concepts: Review of the Alphabet, Matching Uppercase and Lowercase Letters, Matching Beginning Sounds with Words and Objects and Identifying Letter Sounds and Rhyming Words.

Learn To Talk

Learn to Talk is a voice output flash card program, a language, reading and vocabulary tutorial program and a speech training program designed for use by parents working with children who have cognitive, communication, hearing, learning, physical, or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) was developed by a speech therapist to allow a parent to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to facilitate language development in children with specific language impairments such as re

Learning Ally Audio

Learning Ally Audio is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a voice output electronic book reader for books in the standard DAISY formats. Learning Ally membership is required in order to use the app and download audiobooks from the Learning Ally website. The Direct Downloading feature allows the user to download audiobooks from their Learning Al

Learning Resources Goodie Games ABC Cookies

Learning Resources Goodie Games ABC Cookies are toys designed for children ages three and up with learning disabilities to teach them the alphabet, letter recognition, beginning sounds, CVC word building and early vocabulary. Support language development and creative thinking with imaginative play. 

Learning Resources Pretend and Play Calculator Cash Register, 73 Pieces

The Learning Resources Pretend and Play Calculator Cash Register, 73 Pieces is designed for children ages three and up with learning disabilities to work on early money management and fine motor skills.  Encourages beginning math and calculator skills while providing opportunities for imaginative play. Features a built-in, solar-powered calculator that helps familiarize children with the use of a calculator. They will also learn currency denominations and how to handle life-sized money. Large bu

Learning Resources Primary Shape Template Set, Set of 5

Learning Resources Primary Shape Template Set, Set of 5 is a set of five shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle and hexagon) in various sizes designed for children grades Kindergarten through sixth to allow them to make mental connections while comparing shapes. There are different sizes of a circle inside the circle, different sizes of a triangle inside the triangle, etc. Students can easily view their tracing lines after repositioning the transparent template.

Learning Resources Puzzle Globe, 14 Pieces

The Learning Resources Puzzle Globe, 14 Pieces is a puzzle designed for children ages three and up with learning disabilities to teach them geography. It is fun, engaging and challenging. Teaches continent names, the oceans, famous landmarks and more. Globe rotates on its sturdy base.

Learning Resources Snap n’ Learn Rhyming Pups, Set of 20

Learning Resources Snap n’ Learn Rhyming Pups, Set of 20, is a set of puppy friends that snap together to make rhyming words designed for children ages three and up to enhance vocabulary and improve fine motor skills. Set includes ten puppy heads with beginning letters and ten puppy tails with two letter word endings that can be mixed and matched to make a variety of rhyming words. 

Learning Resources Two Color Counters, Red and Yellow, Pack of 200

Learning Resources Two Color Counters, Red and Yellow, Pack of 200 is designed for children ages with learning disabilities to engage in problem-solving. Counters allow students to visually see results Helps students understand the base-10 numbering system. Can be used for counting, sorting, patterning and more.

Leather Ipad Pillow

The Leather iPad Pillow is a bookholder and support for a tablet computer designed for use by individuals with grasping or upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. This travel pillow is specifically designed to hold an iPad or other tablet computer or an e-reader. The soft leather pillow is filled with polyfoam beads and contoured with leather piping on the edges. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 12 x 9 x 6 inches. WEIGHT: 0.8 pounds. COLOR: Black.

LED Illuminated Headband Magnifier Visor

The LED Illuminated Headband Magnifier Visor is a head mount magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The 1X to 2.5X magnifying lenses are ideal for reading and hands free applications like sewing and knitting, while the 3.5X lens is perfect for soldering, model building, coins, stamps, jewelry appraisal, watch and electronic repair. Additionally, the device is lightweight ergonomic frame with soft padding suitable for all head sizes. Fits over reading glasses.

Led Lighted Magnifier

The LED Lighted Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit is comprised of a round optical glass lens with 4X magnification in an aluminum frame. Pressing down on the center of the unit turns three LED lights on and off. A lens cleaning cloth is included. POWER: Requires two CR2016 button cell batteries (included). DIMENSIONS: 3.5 inches in diameter; 2 inches high; lens diameter is 2.75 inches. WEIGHT: 7.6 ounces.

LessonBoard Pro

The LessonBoard is a standard QWERTY keyboard that is color-coded by finger layout to show correct finger placement without letters printed on the keys.  The LessonBoard Pro is color-coded by zone to show correct finger placement on a computer keyboard. Color-coding is known to help anyone who may have cognitive or physical differences that restrict learning. Now without letters printed on the keys, the "Pro" helps improve keyboard memorization, accuracy and speed, while requiring students to co

Let's Go Read! An Island Adventure

Let's Go Read! An Island Adventure is a vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and other cognitive disabilities and physical disabilities. This program incorporates speech recognition software to enable students to direct computer actions using their voices. They can also listen to their own voices as they read the 12 interactive books incorporated into the program. This comprehensive program for beginning readers uses both phonics and whole language concepts, off

Let's Start Learning!

Let's Start Learning! is an academic tutorial program designed to provide the essentials for learning for individuals with a learning disability. This program is multisubject with five different ctivities; multisensory, encouraging children's senses both on and off the computer; and multilevel with four level changes. It helps children to build preschool skills with letters, numbers, shapes, and patterns through interactive play. The audio combined with graphics and animation encourages children

Let's Talk

Let's Talk is a symbolic and direct selection communicator program for people with communication disabilities and autism. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch as a communicator. Let's Talk is pre-loaded with a set of images, each of which is related to a specific word or phrase and to an audio clip. In the normal "self-use" mode, the user selects a picture representing a desired action, activity or request (such as "I want you to" or "Help") and one to four o

Letmetalk

LetMeTalk is an AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) app for Android which supports communication in all areas of life and therefore providing a voice to its users. It is designed for individuals with autism symptoms and Asperger syndrome, aphasia, speech apraxia, rticulation/phonological disorder, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Motor Neuron Disease (MND), Cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome. LetMeTalk enables users to line up images in a meaningful way to read a row of images as

Letter Art 9.4 With Braille Translator

Letter Art 9.4 with Braille Translator is a braille graphics program designed as signmaking software for producing Grade 2 Braille for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Letter Art 8.6 is a basic sign making program with three packages to offer. The Base package offers 35 registered trade name fonts and the ability to support printers, plotters, vinyl cutters, engravers, and routers. The Full package also offers fast direct scanning capabilities, automatic welding, unlimited special e

Letter Writing Guide (Models 282101 & 435288)

Letter Writing Guides are designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The guides are durable sheets with 13 apertures having standard line spacing. OPTIONS: Model 292102 is aluminum, model 435288 is plastic. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11 x 8.5 inches.

Letter Writing Paper (Models 1-04820-00 & 1-04810-00)

Bold, black lines printed on white, 50 pound, standard finish paper. Paper measures 8 1/2 by 11 inches. Two padded styles provide 100 sheets each. 1-04810-00 has 7/16 inches, 1-04820-00 has 9/16 inch lines.

Letterschool

LetterSchool is a math tutorial program and a writing skills training program designed for use by parents or teachers working with children with learning, upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to teach a child handwriting while playing a game. The child will learn about writing, counting and phonics of letters and numbers. LetterSchool allows the child to practice these skills as he or

Lever System For Six Button Office Telephone

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to allow a person with limited hand function to use a six button office telephone. Describes device made of 1/4 inch acrylic; it provides a 5 1/2 inch lever that slides along a rod above the buttons, and allows the buttons to be pushed with much less strength than pushing them directly. A headset is used to eliminate the need for the handset. Includes photograph. COMMENTS: Shop drawing available from: Northwest University Rehabilitation Engineer

Levo Bookholder (Desk Model)

The Levo Bookholder (Desk Model) is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This bookholder features a desk/table clamp and a bookboard that can be adjusted for right- or left-handed use in a variety of positions and angles. The glare-resistant bookboard secures and supports the reading material and is equipped with page holders for hands-free reading. The unit supports reading material from single sheets to newspap

Levo Bookholder (Stand Model)

The Levo Bookholder (Stand Model) is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This bookholder features a cast-iron base with casters for stability and mobility, height-adjustable steel poles to support the bookboard, and a bookboard that can be adjusted for right- or left-handed use in a variety of positions and angles. The glare-resistant bookboard secures and supports the reading material and is equipped with page

Levo Deluxe Ebook And Tablet Floor Stand

The Levo Deluxe eBook and Tablet Floor Stand is an electronic bookholder and stand for tablet computer designed for use by people with grasping neurological or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. The patented cantilever design does not require clearance under furniture and allows the iPad or tablet computer or ebook reader to extend from either the right or left side of chairs, beds, or wheelchair. The unit is adjustable without tools. The platform is adjustable to an infi

Levo Ebook, Ipad And Tablet Pc Clamp On Stand

The Levo eBook, iPad and Tablet PC Clamp On Stand is an adjustable ebook holder and stand for tablet computer designed for use by people with grasping neurological or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. This stand clamps to desks or tables to hold the tablet or ebook reader at eye level. The support board fits iPads and most iPad cases and other tablet computers as well as ebooks, including the Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble Nook, and Sony eReader. It adjusts to an infi

Levo Lap Desk

The Levo Lap Desk is a notebook / laptop computer support, bookholder, ebook holder, and a stand for a tablet computer designed for use by people with grasping, neurological or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. Placed in one direction, the lap desk elevates reading material while reading. Then, when flipped to a different position it becomes a laptop, ebook reader, or iPad or tablet computer holder. The multi-positioning platform enables the user to adjust the angle of a

Lex

Lex is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Three messages of up to 20 seconds each can be recorded and stored for single message playback. Messages can be recorded in any order. The device can be used as a stand-alone communication aid or paired with TalkingMyWay Object Communication cards (not included) to create talking schedules. The device can be used for multi-room communication stations, and can be attached

Lexiflow

Lexiflow is a voice output electronic book player program designed for use by publishers of books and student assessments. This program enables publishers to create talking Flash eBooks and assessments that are accessible to students who require read-aloud support. Pages are converted from PDF to talking Adobe Flash for playback using the free Adobe Flash Player. Books are displayed in an exact representation of the printed content on PC or Mac in any industry standard Internet browser. In addit

Liberty Color

The Liberty Color is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It consists of a mouse-camera unit and a flat screen display unit with a high contrast thin-film transistor (TFT) display. The display's angle can be adjusted to enable the user to achieve an ergonomic reading position. Images can be displayed in full color photo mode, enhanced black/white or white/black mode, or in a user-programmable semi-color mode with a choice of foreground and background colors

Liberty Plus

The Liberty Plus is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a high contrast, glare-free TFT (thin-film transistor) Active Matrix flat screen display and an ergonomic mouse camera with a zoom lens for continuous magnification from eight to 16 times. The camera has a digital zoom feature providing an additional two or four times enlargement of the magnification level. Images can be viewed in positive (black on white), negative (white on black), and photo

Liberty Solo

The Liberty Solo is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It consists of a mouse camera unit and a large color TFT (thin film transistor) flat screen display. The screen is tiltable to allow the user to choose an ergonomic reading position. Text can be viewed in high contrast reading modes and user-programmable semi-color modes. The camera has an overview mode that allows the user to look at text, photos, and graphics from a distance or even at his or her own face. T

Library Of Congress Cassette Player (Model Loc-3)

Portable cassette player that plays Library of Congress formatted four track cassette recordings. Includes: variable speed control from 15/16 to 1 7/8 inches per second, capability of two track recording on blank tape using either built-in or external microphones, large 3 inch speaker and high gain amplifier, lockable pause control, cassette eject, bidirectional scan capability for quick location of marker tones, automatic level control and tone indexing for two track recording. POWER: AC adapte

Library Of Vocabulary Photographs

The Library of Vocabulary Photographs is a set of symbolic language pictures, photo cards, and language training flash cards designed to teach language skills to people with cognitive disabilities and assist people with language disabilities with communication. The library includes 13 boxes of 47 full-color cards which can be used to teach categorization, build vocabulary, and other speech and language skills. The cards cover appliances, the body, clothing, tools, toiletries, medical, kitchen, f

Librette Turnkey System & Libra Turnkey System

The Librette Turnkey System and Libra Turnkey System are personal computer systems pre-loaded with optical character recognition (OCR), screen magnification, web browser, and voice output software, designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Librette system includes a personal computer running the Windows XP operating system, with a monitor, printer, and scanner, pre-loaded with VIP Scan/Read/Write, a voice output OCR program, and PnC Net, a voice output web browser tha

Life Alarm

Life Alarm is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. The system includes a base unit and a waterproof pendant with a help button. When the user needs help, pressing the button causes the base unit to dial an emergency monitoring center. The pendant communicates with the base from up to approximately 200 feet away. Pressing the button establishes two-way voice communication with a help c

Life Alert Personal Medical Emergency Response System

Life Alert is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with mobility disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system includes a base unit located in the user's house and a pendant worn by the user. Pressing a button on the pendant activates the base unit, which communicates with a monitoring center, initiating amplified two-way voice communication between the user and the center's emergency operators, who will con

Life Experiences Communication Kit

The Life Experiences Communication Kit is a communication board designed to teach 11 separate lessons in daily life experiences to non-speech or limited speech students. The lesson plans cover such activities as "Make Juice," or "Wash Face," or "Go Restaurant." Each lesson comes with a Miniature Communication Board with the appropriate color-coded Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication Symbols (a total of six boards with some designed to be used for more than one lesson), a step-by-step Picture Dir

Life Response Medical Alarm / Panic Button

The Life Response Medical Alarm/Panic Button is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for a medical emeraency. The system includes a waterproof panic button that the user wears as a necklace or a pendant. When the system is activated by pressing the panic button, a small unit connected to the user's existing telephone line sends a distress signal to a central monitoring center where an operator is available

Life-Links Communication Suite

The Life-Links Communication Suite is a communicator program and academic and language tutorial designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and severe nerological or physical disabilities. This suite includes the progressive language development offerings of Language-Links (see separate entry) covering both pragmatic and semantically based approaches to the comprehensive capabilities of the Language-Links, Symbol-Links and Text-Links packages. Also included are the

Lifecall Personal Emergency Response System

The LifeCall Personal Emergency Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a pendant worn around the neck or wrist. Whenever the user needs help, touching the button on the pendant sends a signal to a voice communicator connected to the home telephone line, which transmits the signal to a trained professional at a 24-hour Emergency Response Centre. T

Lifefone Medical Alert System

The Lifefone Medical Alert System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. The system includes a base unit and a medical alert pendant or bracelet that automatically calls the Lifefone Emergency Response Center when its button is pressed. At this time the user's personal profile is displayed on a response center computer; emergency services are dispatched; designated neighbors, friend

Lifeguardian Medical Alarm System

LifeGuardian Medical Alarm System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system has three components: a small radio transmitter (a Personal Help Button carried or worn by the user); a console connected to the user's telephone; and an emergency response center that monitors calls. If emergency help (medical, fire, or police) is needed, the user presses the Personal Help Button,

Lifeline Personal Response System

Lifeline Personal Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The user wears or carries a small battery-powered wireless transmitter. When the user presses the button on the transmitter, it sends a signal to a receiver unit connected to the user's telephone. A signal goes through by telephone to the Lifeline Emergency Response Center. Center personnel are then in voice c

Lifelink

LifeLink is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with mobility, balance, or neurological disabilities or who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a wireless pendant and a console that connects to an existing phone line. In case of an emergency, the user presses the emergency button on the pendant, which signals the console to call each of the telephone numbers that the user has programmed into it to send an emergency message. The pendant is wat

Lifesaver Carbon Monoxide Detector With Strobe

The Lifesaver Carbon Monoxide Detector with Strobe is designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This detector features sensors with a 10-year life, an 85 decibel (dB) audible alarm, a 177-candela strobe which flashes 60 times per minute, a red detection warning light, a green power light, and a test/reset button. It also offers low level warning features. The device can be used as a single station or with up to 24 stations interconnected. POWER: Hardwired to the building electri

Lifesaver Emergency Cell Phone

The Lifesaver Emergency Cell Phone is a cell phone designed for use by individuals with cognitive, fine motor, or mobility disabilities. This phone is equipped with a large red button which, when pressed, automatically connects to 911 emergency personnel. Adding a SIM card (not included) enables the user to make calls like any other cell phone. The phone also has a built-in GPS locator to enable responders to locate the user. POWER: Uses the included long-life, Lithium battery. The battery is de

Lifesos Personal Emergency Response System

The LifeSOS Personal Emergency Response System is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance, mobility, or neurological disabilities or who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a base unit that connects to an existing telephone line and a remote transmitter that is worn by the user. In case of emergency, depressing a button on the transmitter activates the base unit, which then plays back an emergency message and automatically dials a fa

Lifestation Medical Alert System

LifeStation Medical Alert System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with mobility, neurological, or balance disabilities or who at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a console unit that connects to a telephone line, and a waterproof wireless transmitter pendant that can be worn in wristwatch, necklace, or belt clip style. When the user presses an emergency button on the console or the transmitter, the console unit autom

Lifestyle Hd (Model Hd730)

The LifeStyle HD, model HD730, is a high-definition desktop video magnifier (CCTV) designed to provide high resolution magnification of printed materials, photographs, and objects for individuals with low vision. This unit has more than 150 magnification levels from 3.1x (22-inch monitor) or 3.4x (24-inch monitor) to 95x. The magnification increases in 0.1x increments from 3.1x to 10x (for example: 3.1x, 3.2x, 3.3x etc.), and in 1x increments from 11x to 95x. The user can control the level of ma

Light Beam Indicator

Light Beam Indicator is a head-mounted pointing system using both a pointing rod and an adjustable padded nylon headset with a light pointer. The rod, which attaches to the nylon headset, projects out over the forehead and downward. The light pointer is positioned over the forehead and projects a concentrated light beam. Contact manufacturer for information on system options. POWER: Three "C" batteries. DIMENSIONS: 22 inches long. WEIGHT: 11.5 ounces.

Light Beam Indicator (Model 1)

Light beam indicator for an alternative pointing method. For individuals with limited neck, trunk mobility or positioning control. On/off switch, rechargeable power pack.

Light Beam Indicator (Model 2)

Lightweight flexible plastic headwand with washable forehead felt pad, cushioned chin strap and Velcro elastic band closure. Focused light beam indicator is mounted over forehead. Provides alternative pointing method for individuals with limited neck, trunk mobility or control when used with positioning. Weight 3.5 ounces. Light beam indicator has on, off switch adaptable to individual needs. Rechargeable power pack.

Light Box (Model 1-08660-00)

The Light Box, model 1-08660-00, is a light box designed for use in visual stimulation and training activities for individuals with low vision. Used with overlays and other materials, this light box stimulates awareness of light, color and objects and assists in the development of tracking, scanning, eye hand coordination, visual discrimination, and visual perceptual skills. A translucent white, plexiglass work surface is illuminated from below, providing an even, high contrast background for op

Light Box Materials, Level I

The Light Box Materials, Level I (Catalog No. 1-08670-00), are for use with the APH Light Box (Model 1-08660-00). See separate entry for Light Box and Level II materials. The materials are intended to train basic visual skills, eye-hand coordination and simple matching for visually handicapped and multihandicapped, visually impaired students. The first set in a series of progressive education materials developed for ages 0 to 4 years. Included is an instructional guidebook (7-70010-00, available

Light Box Materials, Level Ii

The Light Box Materials, Level II (Catalog No. 1-08680-00), are for use with the APH Light Box (Model No. 1-08660-00). See separate entry for Light Box and Level I materials. Second set in the series teaches visually handicapped students matching and identification, part vs. whole relationships, sequencing, pattern duplication, spatial relationships, and visual memory. Uses concrete objects, stencils and cutouts. The kit consists of: instructional guidebook with over 100 activities; over 400 eas

Light Duty Indoor / Outdoor Phone Alert

The Light Duty Indoor/Outdoor Phone Alert is an auxiliary bell designed to provide sound enhancement and signaling of phone ringing to persons with hearing disabilities. The ringer emits a loud, piercing sound. It has a weather-resistant wall mounting, a volume control, and on/off switch. The ringer plugs into a modular telephone jack. The unit is made of plastic. COLOR: Black. DIMENSIONS: 5.3 x 3.9 x 2 inches.

Light Pointer

The Light Pointer is an optical pointer designed for use by individuals with physical disabilities. This device projects a spot of light and is designed to be mounted on the user's head and pointed toward objects. The Light Pointer can also be used to activate the Light Activated Switch (see separate entry from this manufacturer).

Light Pointer With Headstick (Model Ii)

Model II Light Pointer with Headstick is a head-mounted pointing system using both a pointing rod and a light beam. An adjustable padded nylon headset holds the mountings for both the rod and the light pointer. The rod projects out over the forehead and downward. The light pointer is positioned over the forehead and projects a concentrated light beam. The light beam is visible under normal room lighting. POWER: Three "C" batteries. DIMENSIONS: 22 inches long. WEIGHT: 11.5 ounces.

Light Table

The Light Table is a light box designed to provide a lighted, tilted surface that is accessible for a person with a disability to view slides and transparencies. The table consists of a wooden casing with a translucent acrylic surface. The viewing surface is angled and illuminated from underneath with a fluorescent light. Separate on/off switches are easily accessible from the left side. The unit is intended to be portable. PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT: Designed by Paul Cermak for persons who find conv

Lightbox

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable a child with vision loss to see objects. The lightbox is constructed of plywood and contains a number of low-wattage 110-volt bulbs to spread light evenly and a rheostat to control light intensity. The top is made of white plastic to further difusse the light. The box is hinged to obtain the desired angle to the line of sight. The bottom of the unit is covered with a non-slip material and the box has a number of small holes to disipate heat. TITLE: T

Lighted Extra Loud Signalling Buzzer (Model 1360, 1360-8)

Lighted Extra Loud Signalling Buzzer, models 1380 and 1380-8, is a switch operated toy designed to stimulate visual and auditory training for individuals with physical, cognitive or sensory disabilities. When this device is activated by any switch (sold separately) a buzzer sounds and a small light turns on to alert the user that he has activated the switch. This model is similar to model 1350 (see separate entry), but has an exceptionally loud buzzer. It comes with a standard .25 inch jack or 1

Lighted Full Page Magnifier

The Lighted Full Page Magnifier is a page magnifier with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifying floor lamp combines powerful full-page magnification with flexible adjustability and clear, even light. Balanced Spectrum LEDs provide light for close work and reading. The ultra-flexible gooseneck brings the light exactly where needed. The large lens provides 2.5x-plus variable magnification, to cover an entire page without glare or hotspots. The unit has easy big-butt

Lighted Hand-Held Magnifier

The Lighted Hand-Held Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This five power (5x) magnifying lens pops out of its high-impact plastic case at the push of a button. Activating a separate switch provides bright, LED light to the area being magnified. POWER: Uses two triple-A batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS: Closed, the magnifier is 3 x 4 x 1 inches. The viewing area is 1.75 inches in diameter.

Lighted Led Wallet Magnifier

The Lighted LED Wallet Magnifier is a handheld magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a 2x magnifying lens with a 6x bifocal insert. It is equipped with a push-button LED light. A travel pouch is included. POWER: Uses two replaceable button cell batteries (included). DIMENSIONS: 2 x 3.25 x 0.25 inches. WEIGHT: 1 ounce. COLOR: Red, green, or purple.

Lighted Magnifier

The Lighted Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This round magnifier has a handle with an on/off button that controls the built in light. It magnifies images 3 times their normal size and is useful in low light situations. Batteries are not included.

Lighted Magnifier

The Lighted Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. Useful for people with limited eye-sight. Enlarges fine print to 4X its original size. It features a 1 1/4 inches (3.2 centimeters) square unbreakable clear lens and a sharp focused flashlight. Operates on two AAA batteries (supplied). The bulb is activated only when thumb switch is depressed.

Lighted Magnifier (Model 73374)

The Lighted Magnifier, model 73374, is designed to magnify and illuminate text or materials. The device has a square clear acrylic unbreakable lens and a sharp focused flashlight. The unit is housed in a plastic case holding two AAA batteries (included), a high intensity bulb, and thumb switch. DIMENSIONS: 4.75 x 1.5 x 7/8 inches overall; the lens is 1.25 inches square. COLOR: Case is black.

Lighted Magrx (Model Rx-75)

The Lighted MagRX, model RX-75, is magnifying lens for a medicine bottle with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier clips to a medicine bottle and the magnifying lens swings outward to magnify text. It provides 3x magnification of the bottle's label and illuminates the text with two LED's. When not in use, the lens folds inward against the bottle for storage. DIMENSIONS: 2.25 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches. POWER: Uses 3 #395 button cell batteries (included). WEIGHT: 1.3 ounce

Lighted Signalling Buzzer (Model 1350, 1350-8)

Lighted Signalling Buzzer, models 1350 and 1350-8, is a switch operated toy designed to stimulate visual and auditory training for individuals with physical, cognitive or sensory disabilities. When this device is activated by any switch (sold separately) a buzzer sounds and a small light turns on to alert the user that he has activated the switch. It comes with a standard .25 inch jack or 1/8 inch jack.

Lighted Vibrating Signalling Buzzer (Model 1370, 1370-8)

Lighted Vibrating Signalling Buzzer, models 1370 and 1370-8, is a switch operated toy designed to stimulate visual and auditory training for individuals with physical, cognitive or sensory disabilities. This communicator informs the user of activation with a light, a buzzer, and vibration when the switch closure is made. It comes with a standard .25 inch jack or 1/8 inch jack.

Lighted-Reader

The lighted reader is a pair of optical lenses in a plastic frame with LED lights on them, designed for readers of any age who need magnification in order to read. They come in three magnification settings; 3.0, 3.5, or 4.0. They are also designed to only shine its LED lights straight ahead or directly on the words that the user is reading, as to not disturb others who are near. COLOR: black or brown frames.

Lighthawk

Lighthawk is a scanning symbol communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This single-switch scanning communicator has eight large squares, each surrounded by eight LEDs to provide visual feedback on which cell was scanned. The communicator has three levels with eight selection areas on each level, for a total of 24 possible messages. The first two levels have up to 7.5 seconds of digitized speech per message; on the third level, messages can be up to

Lightwriter (Model Sl35)

The LightWRITER SL35 is a hand-held, dual-display communication aid. The device consists of an oversize keyboard and two liquid crystal displays: one display faces the person typing, and the other faces the message recipient. A DECtalk Speech Synthesizer is included to allow phone conversations. A memory unit permits storage of lists, such as address files, or of a frequently used message, and the screen can prompt words for selection by sight. Control keys include backspace and clear keys for c

Lightwriter (Model Sl35/c)

The LightWRITER, model SL35/C, is a dual-display keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities. The device is designed for desktop use and consists of a keyboard with extra large keys for individuals with motor and visual disabilities. The keyboard is arranged alphabetically for individuals just learning how to spell or for individuals who have difficulty using the standard typewriter layout. A vacuum fluorescent display and a liquid crystal dis

Lightwriter (Model Sl40)

The Lightwriter SL40 is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This text-to-speech device converts text to speech using the Acapela HQ module, sends and receives text messages (SMS) using Siemens GSM messaging module, and stores notes and contacts. Output can either be voice or text display on a screen that faces away from the user. The text display allows listeners to read messages from the user in noisy environments and when silence i

Lightwriter Sl 35/big Keys

The LightWRITER SL35/BigKeys is a hand-held, dual-display keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities. The device is designed for desktop use and consists of a keyboard with extra large keys for individuals with motor and visual disabilities. The keyboard is arranged alphabetically for individuals just learning how to spell or for individuals who have difficulty using the standard typewriter layout. A vacuum fluorescent display and a liquid cr

LightWriter SL40

The LightWriter SL40 is an alternative Augmentative Communication system designed for users who are vocally impaired or have limited speech capability. The Lightwriter SL40 is a high quality text-to-speech device which helps the user to communicate and control their environment. The text is shown on two displays; one for the writer and one for the person the users tries to communicate with. Additionally, the user can choose between male or female voice.

LightWriter SL40 Connect

The LightWriter SL40 Connect is an alternative Augmentative Communication system designed for users who are vocally impaired or have limited speech capability. The device assists the user with face communication, SMS texting, or makes mobile phone calls from this small compact device at home. The SL40 Connect will also allow the user to back up and restore all settings, words and phrases and transfer notes to and from the device to a PC.

Lightwriter Sl87

Lightwriter SL87 is a scanning and keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This communication aid has an alphabetic keyboard, a large scanning display with a high-contrast backlit screen, and DECtalk English speech synthesizer installed. The device can store up to 36 memmories, one for each of the 36 number and letter keys. Each memory can be up to 250 characters long. Scan methods include single-switch automatic row / column scanning, or

Lightwritersl40

The LightwriterSL40 is a text-to-speech communication aid designed for use by individuals with significant speech disabilities. Through this small compact device, users can communicate with others face-to-face or through SMS texting or mobile phone calls. The LightwriterSL40 also allows users to back up and restore all settings, words and phrases, and even transfer notes to and from the device to a PC using a memory stick. The LightwriterSL40 has: intuitive interface with a robust, ergonomic lig

Lil' Desk Mate

The Lil' Desk Mate is a height adjustable tilt desk designed for use by individuals with physical disabilities. This height-adjustable desk features a wide T-shaped base with locking casters and a two-section table top. The desk adjusts for right or left hand use. The smaller section of the table is fixed in a flat position, while the other can be used flat or tilted to support laptop computers, books, or papers. The Lil' Desk Mate's base can roll under most sofas, chairs or beds to position the

Line Scale (Model 23-0101-8)

The Line Scale, model 23-0101-8, is a braille writer accessory designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device attaches to the back of a Standard Perkins Brailler (see separate entry) to enable the user to determine how many lines of braille are left to emboss. The scale is marked in braille and print, with the print markings featuring light numbers on a dark background.

Linear New Hip Reading Glasses

The Linear New Hip Reading Glasses are magnifier glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. Available in +4, +5, and +6 magnifications, these glasses are designed to be worn high on the nose. Features include bulleted rivets up and down the temples. A carrying case is included. DIMENSIONS: The frame measures 5.5 inches wide. The lens measures 2.125 inches wide and 1.375 inches deep.

Lingo

Lingo is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device is designed to be small and light enough to be worn comfortably on the waist or around the neck and shoulder and is an eight-message aid. This water-resistant unit offers seven message locations, each with 25 seconds of recording time and one memo location with a full 60 seconds of recording time. Each message location can be recorded and erased independently and the memo button

Link To Life

Link to Life is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with spinal cord injury or severe physical disabilities. The service collects information on the user's medical history, medications, and allergies, together with a list of people to be called in case of an emergency. Users receive a lightweight, waterproof Help button that can be worn as a pendant or on a wristband, along with a base unit that connects to the user's telephone line. Pres

Link-To-Cell Bluetooth Cellular Convergence System (Model Kx-Tg7731S)

The Link-to-Cell Bluetooth Cellular Convergence System, model KX-TG7731S, is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by people who have arthritis or low vision or are hard of hearing. The system's Link-to-Cell technology links the phone with up to two cell phones via Bluetooth, allowing the user to transfer up to 600 names and numbers from the cell phone, and make and receive calls on the handset or a Bluetoot

Link-To-Cell Bluetooth Cellular Convergence System (Model Kx-Tg7742S)

The Link-to-Cell Bluetooth Cellular Convergence System, model KX-TG7742S, is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals with arthritis or who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The included Link-to-Cell technology links the phone up to two cell phones via Bluetooth; allowing the user to transfer up to 600 names and numbers from the cell phone, and make and receive calls on the handset or a Blu

Listen And Think (Models 1-08510-00, 1-03890-00 & 1-03910-00)

Listen and Think is a recorded auditory and cognitive skills training program designed for use by students who are blind or have low vision. This three-level cassette tape lesson series develops and improves listening comprehension and thinking skills. Level AR (Auditory Readiness), model 1-08510-00, covers basic listening skills such as understanding location (e.g., up and down), using the senses, comparing, and classifying. It includes an introductory tape, 15 lesson tapes, 250 simple multiple

Listen Technologies LR-400

The Listen Technologies LR-400 is a portable display FM receiver designed for the hearing impaired to facilitate clear communication. It has exceptional audio quality and convenient recharging options. The LR-400 can receive up to 17 wide band channels and 40 narrow bands (72 MHz), 19 wide band and 38 narrow band (216 MHz), and 17 wide band (863 MHz) channels. The LR-400 has a digital display to monitor channel selection, battery level, and signal strength. SmartCharge function prevents overchar

Listen To Me

Listen to Me is a single-level direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This unit can record and play back voice messages on 12 message buttons, each with independently recordable sound bites of up to 10 seconds per button. Each button has a clear sleeve on top for exchangeable icons or pictures. A red/green light emitting diode (LED) indicates whether the unit is in record or playback mode. The unit is constructed of high impact pl

Lite-Touch Pen (Model Nc21020)

The Lite-Touch Pen, model NC21020, is an easy grasp pen designed to allow people who have difficulty grasping writing instruments or exerting pressure to write easily and comfortable. This black ink pen features a built-up barrel with indentations to facilitate holding. The hollow barrel can be filled to provide added weight. The pen is made of lightweight plastic with a clip top. A cap is included.

Literacy Productivity Pack - Version 14.0

Literacy Productivity Pack – Version 14.0 is a suite of reading and writing software applications designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. Programs include Premier Launch Pad; Worksheet Wizard; Write Now; English Talking Dictionary, a voice output dictionary; the Universal Reader Plus, a voice output program; Scan and Read Pro, a voice output optical character recognition (OCR) and audio file creation program; Text-To-Audio, an audio file creatio

Literary Braille Practice Sentences (Model Brw-Fb-Us1)

Literary Braille Practice Sentences, model BRW-FB-US1, is a braille training program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This courseware package is designed to be used with the SAL Speech Assisted Learning System (see separate entry). The package contains worksheets that allow students to review and practice reading braille letters, punctuation, and contractions. The literary braille contractions are introduced sequentially, and the student is never asked to use a c

Little Looker

Hand held microscope with light. 30 X magnification. On, off switch for light, center focus wheel, length 5 inches. Palm size.

Little Step-By-Step Communicator (Formerly Step-By-Step)

The LITTLE Step-by-Step communicator is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with visual or upper extremity disabilities and communication disabilities. This communicator offers 75 seconds of recording time and is designed to record a series of sequential messages. The initial activation of the communicator plays the first message, the second activation plays the second message, etc. The device has a "repeat" feature which locks in a message until it i

Littlemack Communicator (Formerly One-Step)

The LITTLEmack communicator is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with visual or upper extremity and communication disabilities. This single-message communicator offers 75 seconds of recording time. The communicator also has a toy/appliance feature which enables any message in the sequence, or as many messages as desired, to be paired with a reinforcer. This device has an angled surface and a detachable base with a "snap track" extension that allows

Livescribe 3 Smartpen

The Livescribe 3 Smartpen is designed to work and write like a premium ballpoint pen, capturing written content and then displaying it on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch devices when used in conjunction with the Livescribe+ app. This product is useful to those with cognitive disabilities, or those who need additional reinforcement of information.

Livescribe Aegir Smartpen Dolphin Edition

The Livescribe Aegir Smartpen Dolphin edition allows the user to transcribe handwritten notes to Android or iOS via bluetooth, using the Livescribe+ companion app. Notes can be synced automatically or be saved until the pen is synced with the app. Notes become searchable and taggable once synced. The pen can trasncribe and edit in 22 languages. Other features of the pen include: real-time syncing of drawn and written notes, "pencasts" that sync recorded audio to handwriting and the pen can creat

Livescribe Aegir Smartpen Marlin Edition

The Livescribe Aegir Smartpen uses bluetooth technology to transform handwriting into text on Android and iOS devices using the Livscribe+ companion app to allow individuals to take notes by hand and then access them in a digital format. Notes taken can be tagged and searched for access after they are stored. Other features of the pen include: real-time syncing of drawn and written notes, "pencasts" that sync recorded audio to handwriting and the pen can create PDFs of notes and pencasts. Can tr

Livescribe Echo Smartpen

The Echo smartpen from Livescribe records everything a user hears, says and writes, while linking audio recordings to notes. All recordings can be found within the simplistic interface. The device features a replaceable ink tip and a rechargeable lithium battery.

Living Books Library

The Living Books Library is a language and math tutorial program designed to demonstrate the power of language to explore, express, learn and communicate for individuals who are developmentally or physically disabled. This package in particular is designed to assist educators with integrating the Living Books CD-ROM titles into the classroom curriculum. The four programs include: Just Grandma and Me, where students take an interactive reading trip to the beach; Arthur's Teacher Trouble, an engag

Ll Handheld Electronic Magnifier

The LL Handheld Electronic Magnifier is a handheld magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This electronic magnifier has a high definition and high contrast built-in liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides 2x to 15x magnification on a 3.5-inch screen. Images can be viewed in full color, black and white, or reverse black and white. Other features include automatic lighting and brightening adjustment, a wrist strap and a storage pouch.

Loc-Line Echo Dot Bracket

The Loc-Line Echo Dot Bracket is a do it yourself device designed for use by individuals with mobility or lower extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury.  This bracket is intended to support the weight of the Amazon Echo and DOT with a ½ inch Modular Hose, Loc-Line tube and a clamp so that the Dot can be positioned closer to the user.

Locabulary Lite

Locabulary Lite is a voice output direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The app combines location and vocabulary to produce words, phrases, and sentences. Locabulary Lite’s categories include

Local Paging System

The Local Paging System is a tactile paging system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This system can send up to ten message codes for a distance of one mile to an individual pager or to all pagers in the system simultaneously (the system can support up to 100 pagers). The basic system includes one base transmitter with a full keypad and a bright LED three-digit display and one individual vibrating/tone pager. POWER: The pager uses two triple-A batteries. OPTIONS: Additio

Logan Braillecoach

The Logan BrailleCoach is a braille training device designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision and use braille. This devices face features a raised red button and a small speaker. The user places a laminated tag with a single braille letter, word or phrase over the red button, and when the tag is pressed on the button, the letter, word or phrase is spoken by the BrailleCoach. The Logan BrailleCoach comes with 26 braille pre-programmed tags with each letter of the alpha

Logan Proxpad

The Logan ProxPAD choice maker is a voice output direct selection communicator and communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The user touches or swipes tags on the ProxPAD to play corresponding vocabularies. The ProxPAD features a large target area for message retrieval and easily generated tags to match the user's physical and visual abilities. The device can be used in the classroom or mounted on a wall for general use in a schoo

Logan Proxtalker

The Logan ProxTalker is a direct selection communicator and communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This voice output communicator allows the user to place up to five symbolic picture tags in a desired order on Velcro squares located above a small speaker. Each picture tag is placed on the Velcro squares, and when the tag is pressed down, the Logan ProxTalker speaks the word or phrase corresponding to that picture. Above the squa

Long Slot Post for Sixth-Finger / Sixth-Toe Capacitive Stylus

The Long Slot Post for Sixth-Finger / Sixth-Toe Capacitive Stylus is designed to aid people with arthritis or fine motor disabilities or other gripping disabilities. The device is intended to aid those with limited hand function in using modern electronics devices by providing the required precision for typing, using touchscreens, and pressing buttons without needing to grasp a stylus or point a finger.

Long Wallet

The Long Wallet is a communication book for use as part of a symbolic language system for persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech disability. The wallet features a symbol display which fits easily into a back pants pocket. It comes with a grommet so that it can be attached to a belt with a strap or clip. CAPACITY: The wallet will hold 576 one-inch pictures. DIMENSIONS: 4 x 8.5 inches.

Look At Us Mirror Boards

Look at Us Mirror Boards are speech teaching devices designed for use with individuals with speech disabilities. The mirror boards help build self awareness, improve speech and language skills and encourage proper sounds, lip position and tongue control. Non-breakable safe mirror on one side and write on/wipe off board on reverse with head outline. Set of 4.

Look Who's Listening!

Look Who’s Listening is a game designed for use by students working on improving their auditory processing. Student work on auditory discrimination-minimal pairs, word parts, sounds in words; auditory memory-numbers, words, sentences, facts/details in a paragraph and auditory integration-interpretation of directions, listening for key words, following multi-level commands. Each deck has 24 cards (240 in all). With every turn, students take turns listening carefully, following the card directions

Look2Learn

Look2Learn (L2L) is a direct selection communicator and voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user uses photographs and preloaded vocal output to express wants and needs. The user can also record his or her own personalized audio and pair

Looking For Words

Looking for Words is a vocabulary tutorial program designed for use with children with cognitive disabilities. This CD-ROM software program uses graphics, audio, and animation to teach community, home, and school words. As children move from one area to another, they learn the words associated with that area; whenever an object is clicked on, it names itself. This program features adjustable difficulty levels and enables the creation of word lists to be searched for. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Ma

Looking For Words Intellikeys Bundle

The Looking for Words IntelliKeys Bundle is a vocabulary tutorial program and keytop overlay set designed for use with children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. The set includes the software from Attainment Company on a Macintosh/ Windows CD-ROM and the appropriate IntelliKeys (see separate entry) overlays. The program uses color graphics, animation, and audio to introduce users to hundreds of words from three environments--the community, the school, and the home. Three modes

Looky

The Looky is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier can be used to examine text and pictures at home or during chores such as shopping. It magnifies between 3 and 8 times in full color and contrast modes, with reverse video and freeze functions. Its camera is in the middle of the screen. It has a folding handle and carrying strap and comes with a carrying case and user manual. POWER: Uses two rechargeable NiMH batteries or external alternating

Looky+

The Looky+ is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier can be used to examine text and pictures at home or during chores such as shopping. It four preset magnification levels ranging between 2x and 20x, and it features a 3.5-inch full color LCD screen. The Looky+ offers five contrast modes: full color, white/black, black/white, yellow/blue, and yellow/black. It also has LED lighting to illuminate print or graphics and a freeze function that can s

Lots Of Dots: Learning My Abc's (Model 1-10000-00)

Lots of Dots: Learning My ABC's, model 1-10000-00, is a braille alphabet book designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This raised-line coloring book is designed for future large-print and braille readers. It facilitates braille character recognition through repetitive activities designed for young children. Each letter of the alphabet has two pages. The first page features a jumbo braille cell, with six raised-line open circles. The upper and lower case letters are shown w

Loud Phone Ringer (Model Sr-1)

The Loud Phone Ringer, model SR-1, is a telephone signal accessory designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This ringer generates loud ringing from an analog telephone line or from a dry contact closure for non-telephone applications such as a push button doorbell, night bell, or "Push Button for Assistance" chime. Four selectable sound options include electronic warble; double gong; quadruple chime (four descending chime tones); or electronic bell. A volume control knob adjusts

Loud-R Phone

The Loud-R Phone is a cordless amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals with moderate to severe hearing loss. This hearing-aid compatible phone amplifies up to 32 decibels (dB) and features All Clear Plus Compander noise reduction circuitry. Other standard features include 25 channel auto scan, 9 number memory dialing, receiver volume control, flexible antenna, replacable handset and base antennae, 64 kilobyte digital security coding, one-way paging, and tone/pulse switchability. This

Loupes (Models Mg424, Mg423, & Mg110)

Monocular lens worn with eyeglasses. MG424 and MG423 clip to stem of glasses; can be used on either side. MG423 is a single loupe magnifier 15mm in diameter, 1 inch focal length, 10 times magnification. MG424 is a double loupe magnifier 24mm and 15mm in diameter, 2 1/2 and 1 inch focal lengths, 4 and 10 times magnification. MG110 includes a variety of 1 inch diameter skeleton loupes which fit over eyeglasses; available in several focal lengths: 10 by 1 1/2 inches, 8 by 2 inches, 6 by 2 1/2 inche

Low Frequency Door Signaler (Model 2647)

Low frequency doorbell signaler with tone between 1800 Hz and 2400 Hz with output up to 85 db at three feet.

Low Vision Writing Paper - Bold Line

Low Vision Writing Paper - Bold Line is bold line writing paper designed with thick contrasting lines for use by individuals with low vision. Standard letter size paper is lined on both sides and comes in a 100-sheet pad. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 inches. Lines are 0.75 inches apart. COLOR: White paper with black lines.

Low-Cost Portable Braille Writer

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of an inexpensive, portable Braille writing device with no electronic components for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Four mechanical engineering students at Johns Hopkins designed a portable low-cost Braille writing device that has no electronic components. To keep assembly and maintenance costs low, this hand-held writer operates in a purely mechanical fashion. It features six buttons that can be depressed to produce any of t

Lumifier (Model 22104)

The Lumifier, model 22104, is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. The 3x magnifying lens rotates open with the push of a button using hydraulic pivot action. One LED casts a shadow-free light directly under the lens and the second functions as a flashlight when the lens is stored. The fully retractable lens is protected inside a brushed aluminum and high-impact plastic housing. POWER: Uses two lithium CR2032 batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 5 x

Lumifier Flx

Lumifier FLX is an illuminated desktop magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has an optical-grade 3X magnifying lens with a 5X sweet spot for fine detail. Three cool white LED lights illuminate magnified objects. A weighted base provides stability; the base is armored in rubber for protection. The LED lights last 100,000 hours. POWER: Uses 4 double-A batteries or alternating current (AC) adaptor (not included). DIMENSIONS: 4.2 x 18 x 5.2 inches.

Lumifier Handstand (Model 22624)

The Lumifier Handstand, model 22624, is a magnifying lens with stand and light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This hand-held lens converts to a magnifier by extending a metal leg built into its ergonomic rubber handle. The flexible neck bends to the desired angle and the unit is equipped with dual white LED lights. This magnifier has a round 3X lens with a 5X inset lens. POWER: Uses three triple-A batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS: The lens is 3.5 inches in diameter and the

Lumifier Handstand 5X

The Lumifier Handstand 5x is a handheld magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Lumifier Handstand is a high quality optical magnifying lens that is designed for reading, sewing, and arts and crafts. This 5x magnifier features an ergonomic rubber coated frame for hands-free use, and a flexible neck for multiple positioning. It has two bright LED lights with a life expectancy of over 100,000 hours. A single set of batteries will power the light for 30 hours of continuous b

Lumifier Handstand 5X (Model 22724)

The Lumifier Handstand 5X, model 22724, is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has an optical-grade magnifying lens that magnifies objects five times, with two cool white LED lights for illumination. The magnifier has an ergonomic rubber coated body with a metal kick-stand for hands-free use and a flexible neck that allows the magnifier to bend into position for activities such as reading, sewing, arts and crafts, and fly tying. POWER: Use

Lux-900 Triple Lens Magnifier Lamp

The is a magnifier on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier offers three magnification options with 5x, 8x, and 10x diopter lenses. The LUX-900 has a spring-loaded articulated arm with 360-degree swivel that clamps to a table or shelf. It can be used without a base. The magnifier head has a built-in light provided by a 13-watt PL 4 pin 6400k fluorescent bulb (included). POWER: Uses a standard 120V/60Hz 2-prong outlet via a power cord (included). DIMEN

Luxo 5D Magnifying Floor Lamp

The Luxo 5D Magnifying Floor Lamp is a magnifying lens with light and floor stand, designed for use by individuals with low vision. The optical-quality, white crown glass 5-diopter (2.25X) lens is accompanied by a replaceable 22- watt fluorescent tube protected by a diffuser. The lens and light are supported by an internal spring arm on a heavy 5-point rolling caster stand, which allows the user to move the lamp from room to room. OPTIONS: 8 diopter add on lens; 10 diopter swing away lens. DIMEN

Luxo 5D Magnifying Lamp

The Luxo 5D Magnifying Lamp is a magnifying lens with light and stand designed for use by individuals with low vision. This tabletop or desktop unit has a 5 diopter (2.25X) lens of optical quality white crown glass. The lens is supported by an internal spring arm with a heavy weighted base. A replaceable 22-watt fluorescent tube provides light and is protected by a diffuser. OPTIONS: 8 diopter add on lens; 10 diopter swing wway lens. DIMENSIONS: Lens is 5 inches in diameter. The arm reach is 30

Luxo Circus Magnifier (Models 17970 & 17971)

The Luxo Circus Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light and clamp designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier is available with a 3.5-diopter (1.85X) lens (model 17970) or a 5-diopter (2.25X) lens (model 17971). The optical-quality round glass lens has a protective cover. A fluorescent light source provides high light output (3500 lux at focal distance) and emits minimum heat. The lens is on a spring-balanced steel arm with an edge mount bracket. OPTIONS: 4- or 6-diopter ac

Luxo Copyholder With Extension Arm (Models Mh-801 & Mh-805)

The Luxo Copyholder with Extension Arm, models MH-801 and MH-805, is designed with an adjustable arm to provide an ergonomic work station. The copy holder consists of a plate/easel on an extension arm that clamps to the table. The plate is constructed of durable plastic with a matte surface to reduce glare. A linefinder opens 90 degrees. A parallel motion feature keeps the plate in position wihen the arm is moved. DIMENSIONS (HxW): Easel is 10 x 12 inches. Arm is 33 inches (MH-801) or 36 inches

Luxo Illuminated Magnifier

Illuminated magnifier. 5 inch lens mounted inside 22 watt circline florescent tube. Spring loaded arm allows full range of motion to position lens over work. 2 1/4 X and 5X magnification. Lens available in 3 X and 4 X magnifications. Table model, clamp on model, floor model.

Mac Os X Version 10.2 Jaguar

Mac OS X Jaguar is a computer operating system with built-in keyboard modification, mouse emulator, screen magnification, speech synthesizer, visual beep indicator, voice input, and voice output programs, designed for use by individuals who are blind, deaf or hard of hearing, or who have low vision or upper extremity disabilities. For users with low vision, this operating system provides a Zoom display option that uses the Quartz rendering and compositing engine to magnify the contents of the sc

Macmillan Audiobooks

Audio Renaissance Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Audiobooks include abridged and unabridged titles in cassette, CD, and digital delivery formats. Many are audio editions of fiction and non-fiction titles from Holtzbrinck trade publishers, including Farrar Straus & Giroux, Henry Holt and Company, Picador, St. Martin's Press, and Tor Books. Authors include Michael Cunningham, Janet Evanovich, Frederick Forsyth, Brian Herbert and

Macnifier

Macnifier is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software displays a magnified portion of the Apple Macintosh screen in a separate window. It allows variable zooming and variable speed refresh. COMPATIBILITY: For use with Apple Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Mac OS X operating system.

Madsen Astera

MADSEN Astera is an auditory evaluation system designed for use by audiometric professionals to assess and measure hearing loss. The audiometer has a comprehensive battery of clinical tests, including ML, ABLB, SISI, Stenger, Tone Decay, Multiple Frequency Weber, Masking level difference (MLD), multiple tinnitus tests, and Lüscher/DLI (Difference Limen Intensity). Tests can be customized by individual user. The system integrates with the manufacturer's OTOsuite diagnostic and fitting software

Maestro

Maestro is a voice output personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This is an HP iPAQ Pocket PC made accessible by means of a text-to-speech application and a tactile keyboard membrane over the PDA touch screen. Functions include a calendar, contact list, notetaking, and access to text files. Notes can be taken directly using the tactile keyboard or an external wireless braille or alphabetic keyboard. Files can be transferred to and from

Maestro

The Maestro is a handheld direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with significant communication, speech, language and learning disabilities. This device can be used for in-person day-to-day communication and real-time communication, and it supports language and literacy development. It has a magnesium case. The Maestro is available as a Dedicated communication device or in an open configuration that provides the user access to all areas of the fully functioning

Mageyes Esd Professional

The MagEyes ESD Professional is a magnifying lens with headband designed for use by individuals with low vision. The adjustable headband fits around the user's head and is available in a coice of positions to enable the user to select the magnification area appropriate for his/her needs. The unit is available in a single low model with one 1.6 times magnification lens (number 2), a single low model with one 2.0 times magnification lens ( number 4), a single high model with one 2.25 times magnifi

Mageyes Hobbyist

The MagEyes Hobbyist is a magnifying lens with headband designed for use by individuals with low vision. The adjustable headband fits around the user's head and and is available in a choice of positions to enable the user to select the magnification area appropriate for his/her needs. The unit is available in a double low model with one 1.6 times magnification lens (number 2) and one 2.0 times magnification lens (number 4) and in a double high model with one 2.25 times magnification lens (number

Mageyes Plus

The MagEyes Plus is a magnifying lens with headband designed for use by individuals with low vision. The adjustable headband fits around the user's head and is available in a coice of positions to enable the user to select the magnification area appropriate for his/her needs. The unit is available in a double low model with one number 2 (1.6 times magnification) and one number 4 lens (2.0 times magnification) or a double high model with one number 5 (2.25 times magnification) and one number 7 (2

Maggie-Md

The Maggie-MD is a handheld video magnifier designed for people who have low vision, especially for individuals with macular degeneration (MD). Designed to fit in a wallet, purse, or pocket, this credit-card sized magnifier offers a wide liquid crystal display (LCD) screen can display text or other images in true color, grayscale or in the MD mode with white text on black background (reverse video). The Maggie-MD offers three pre-set lighting levels for indoor and outdoor use, and users can choo

Maggie-Pro

The Maggie-Pro is a handheld video magnifier designed for people who have low vision. Designed to fit in a wallet, purse, or pocket, this credit-card sized magnifier offers a wide liquid crystal display (LCD) screen that can display text or other images in true color or grayscale for enhanced reading clarity. Users can choose between three pre-set lighting levels for indoor and outdoor use, and the Maggie-Pro offers 4x, 6x, 8x, and 11x magnification. This video magnifier features image freeze fo

Magic Standard Edition & Magic Professional Edition

MAGic is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software enlarges text up to 12 times and graphics, including Windows, up to 8 times. Other features include complete type through access; follow-the-cursor, follow-the-mouse, and attribute tracking modes; a screen location display; support for 8-, 16-, 24-, and 32-bit color; color smoothing; ability to use keystrokes to access a list of running programs and system tray items, and to bring up column and

Magic Window

The Magic Window is a computer screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier has an adjustable hood that attaches to a computer CRT-style monitor with Velcro or to a laptop or liquid crystal display (LCD) with a latch. The front flaps of the hood rest against the front bezel on the monitor. The hood also provides glare reduction. The lens is positioned in the hood using Velcro. DIMENSIONS: Available for 14/15-inch, 17-inch, or 19-inch screens.

Magna Bar Magnifier & Magna Rule Magnifier

The Magna Bar Magnifier and Magna Rule Magnifier are bar magnifiers designed to assist individuals with low vision in reading. The user places the bar flat on a page to see type size doubled. The bars are made of durable clear acrylic. Magna Rule has inch markings. DIMENSIONS: Magna Bar is 6 inches long; Magna Rule is 12 inches long.

Magnavox Securewatch Personal Emergency Response System

Magnavox SecureWatch Personal Emergency Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for falling or sudden incapacity. The system includes a console and a wristwatch. The console is connected to a telephone jack. When activated, the console sounds an alarm and dials the 24-hour Magnavox Security monitoring station. The console can be activated using a panic button on its front or by pressing a b

Magnetic Braille

Magnetic Braille is a set of braille alphabet magnets designed for use as braille training aids for children or adults with low vision. The set includes 63 brightly-colored magnets, including one each for seven punctuation signs (period, colon, dash, apostrophe, question mark, exclamation mark, and comma), plus two each for the 26 letters of the alphabet, the braille capital letter sign, and the braille number sign. Each magnet shows a jumbo braille sign and its print equivalent. Braille dots ar

Magnetic Notebook Pages (Model 032134)

Magnetic Notebook Pages, model 032134, are communication book pages designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. These three-hole pages can be placed in a standard letter-sized notebook binder (not included). Pages are made of magnetic steel encased in two usable white surfaces, allowing placement of magnetic pictures. The user points to a picture to communicate a message.

Magnetic Writing Board

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to stabilize writing material for a person with use of one hand only. Briefly describes steel and wood writing surface with magnetized strips to hold papers in place and a raised lip to hold pencils. Originally designed for use by hemiplegic workshop employee. COMMENTS: For more information contact: United Cerebral Palsy of New York City, 122 East 23rd Street, New York, NY 10020. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Greco, M TITLE: Problem Solv

Magni-Focuser Hands-Free Binocuilar Magnifier 1.75X

The Magni-Focuser Hands-Free Binocular Magnifier 1.75x is a binocular headband magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Magni-Focuser has a working distance of 14 inches, allowing for comfortable hands-free magnification. It has a magnification power of 1.75 times. The lens flips out of the way when not in use, and the forehead portion of the band is cushioned for longwearing comfort. The Magni-focuser can be worn over glasses. COLOR: Gray.

Magni-Specs - Hands-Free Magnifier

The Magni-Specs - Hands-Free Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is a hands free magnification and is intended to reduce eye fatigue while magnifying. It weighs only 1.2 ounces and is made from ABS plastic with zyl templates. When not needed, the Magni-spaces can flip up out of site. It features five working distances and powers from 1.50x to 3.50x and includes a hard protective case. 

Magnifier Cone (Model 4101)

Small hand held lens provides a linear near point magnification with enhanced brightness by focusing all ambient light where needed. Can be used with additional magnifier. Magnification 2.2 linear equals +10 spherical lens. Has plastic frame, case included.

Magnifier Free

Magnifier Free is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a magnifying glass for people who have difficulty seeing. The user launches Magnifer Free and pinches out the screen to zoom on the item to be magnified. In addition, the user can tap the photo icon to take a picture; place markers such as circle, arrow, and square on the zoomed image; and send the picture via email. COMPATIBILIT

Magnifier On A Stand (Model 16H039)

The Magnifier on a Stand, model 16H039, is a hands free magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 2x magnifier features a weighted stand base, an attachable clamping device, and an extendable arm that allows the magnifier to be positioned at different heights and angles. The stand base can be attached to the surface of a table or desk. DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 6.75 inches.

Magnifier, The (Model 12202)

The Magnifier, model 12202, is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program provides 1x to 40x magnification (up to 40 times original size) for all Windows applications. The area of magnification is the full screen (full screen mode), a sizable window with auto-positioning (windowed mode) or a small lens (lens mode). Cursor locator lines help the user to find the cursor; these lines can be sized and animated. In a network, the program can run multi

Magnifying America Patriot (Model Mae-Bs-14)

The Magnifying America Patriot, model MAE-BS-14, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This black-and-white video magnifier can be used for reading, writing, and viewing photographs. Images can be viewed as white on black or black on white. Magnification ranges from three to 45 times original size on the included television monitor. The magnifier can also be connected to a home television, with magnification up to over 100 times. DIMENSIONS: Display screen

Magnifying America Patriot (Models Xlc & Xlc-Af)

The Magnifying America Patriot, model XLC, is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Magnification ranges from four to 80 times original size, with custom variable magnification and freeze capture. Images and text can be viewed in color, black and white, reverse video, and high contrast modes. The sliding X-Y viewing table moves from front to back and side-to-side with margin stops and variable friction brake control. Model XLC-AF has an auto-focus camera with

Magnifying America Patriot Eagle

The Magnifying America Patriot Eagle is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a steel frame with an auto-focus camera, a viewing table with one touch electronic braking, and large, tactile control buttons. The color monitor displays images in full color, black and white, and reverse video modes. Magnification ranges from three to 60 times original size on a 14-inch monitor, and from five to 85 times on a 20-inch monitor. OPTIONS: 14-inch or 20-inch mon

Magnifying America Patriot Flex

The Magnifying America Patriot Flex is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a camera unit and control box mounted on a flexible arm that can be attached to a tabletop. The camera is auto-focusing and images can be viewed in full color, black and white, and positive/negative viewing modes. Other features include contrast controls and black on white video. Magnification ranges up to 90 times original size.

Magnifying America Patriot Platinum

The Magnifying America Patriot Platinum is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has an auto-focus camera, a flat screen video monitor set in an in-line configuration above an X/Y viewing table, and only two control knobs. Items placed on the viewing tray come into focus automatically. Other features include a capture image control, variable contrast control, and reverse background control.

Magnifying America Patriot Touch

The Magnifying America Patriot Touch is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV is controlled by a single backlit touch control. Its auto focus camera is set above a reading tray in an in-line configuration, and provides variable magnification from three to 165 times original size.

Magnifying America Patriot Xl

The Magnifying America Patriot XL is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It uses a black and white camera with a monitor that can be placed in an in-line or side-by-side configuration. Magnification ranges from four to 80 times original size. Text and other images can be viewed in reverse video mode, in which black letters on white paper appear as white letters on a black background. OPTIONS: Color selection, line marking and windowing, and PC compatibility

Magnilink Autofocus Model 709X

The Magnilink Autofocus is a desktop CCTV or video magnifier designed for use by persons who have low vision. When an object is placed on the reading table of the unit, the machine focuses immediately on the object and displays its enlarged image on a color monitor. The autofocus feature works for objects up to 4.5 inches in thickness. The user may also choose manual focusing by flipping a switch. Magnified objects can be displayed either in their true colors or in artificial colors chosen by th

Magnilink Colibri Reader, Magnilink Colibri Switch, And Magnilink Colibri Split

The Magnilink Colibri Reader, Magnilink Colibri Switch, and Magnilink Colibri Split are desktop CCTV's or video magnifiers designed for persons who have low vision. All models are full-color VGA-based CCTV systems that can be connected with any personal computer monitor in any size. Other features shared by all three models include true color photo mode, the ability to display objects either in their true colors or in artificial colors chosen by the user, the ability to display objects as positi

Magnilink Penguin

The Magnilink Penguin is a desktop CCTV or video magnifier designed for use by persons with low vision. The Penguin is a black-and-white CCTV with a 14-inch monitor and a magnification range of 4x to 20x. The user can switch the display between positive (white background, black text) and negative (black background, white text) images. The Penguin has a photographic mode for viewing photos. The tray is easy to move and has an adjustable friction brake. POWER: Uses 100 to 240 volts, 50 to 60 Hz. D

Magnilink Seagull

The Magnilink Seagull is a desktop CCTV or video magnifier designed for persons who have low vision. The Seagull is a color CCTV that shows magnified objects either in their true colors or in artificial colors chosen by the user. The magnification range is 4x to 21x for the 14-inch-monitor model and 5x to 26x for the 17-inch-monitor model. The user can switch the display between positive (light background, dark text) and negative (dark background, light text) images. A reference line aids users

Magnipros Pack of 12 Credit Card Sized Magnifying Lenses with 3 Bonus Pouch

The Magnipros Pack of 12 Credit Card Sized Magnifying Lenses with 3 Bonus Pouch is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The flat plastic, flexible, credit card sized magnifier sheet is portable. It can be used for reading small print of menu, directions, telephone books and more. Each magnified lens is made with high quality PVC for minimal distortion. Magnifying lens can magnify objects/texts up to 3X with optimal focal length (2-3 inches).

Magnisheet (Model Dm-11)

The MagniSheet is a page magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This full page Fresnel magnifier is encased in a frame and provides 2x magnification. Designed for large areas with small print, the MagniSheet is portable and can be kept in the car for use with maps or in the home for use with reading telephone directories. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 10.5 x 7.5 inches. WEIGHT: 1 ounce.

Magnitalk

MagniTalk is a voice input program designed for use individuals with low vision. This interface program allows the coordinated use of the Dragon NaturallySpeaking voice input program and the Zoomtext screen magnification program. The program provides direct speech access to the Zoomtext user interface, serving as a bridge between Zoomtext from AI Squared and Dragon NaturallySpeaking from ScanSoft (see separate entries). Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Zoomtext can be used and configured configure

Magnus Screen Enlarger

Magnus Screen Enlarger is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program magnifies whatever appears on the screen from two to 16 times original size. Other features include font smoothing to make magnified letters appear smoother, color inversion to make text appear as white print on a black background, and a pause key to temporally suspend magnification. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows 98, Me, XP,

Magrx (Model Rx-55)

The MagRX, model RX-55, is magnifying lens for a medicine bottle designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier clips to a medicine bottle and the magnifying lens swings outward to magnify text. It provides 2.5x magnification of the bottle's label. When not in use, the lens folds inward against the bottle for storage. DIMENSIONS: 2.25 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches. WEIGHT: 1 ounce.

Magwin Lite

MagWin Lite is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has magnification levels ranging from 1.5x up to 4x. The magnification can be increased in increments of 0.25x. The program has two different magnification modes, full screen and window. The size of the mouse pointer can be set at either regular or large. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Windows compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows XP, Vista, 7 or 8 (32- or 64-bit); CD drive.

Magwin Standard

MagWin Standard is a screen magnification and voice output screen reader program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This software is installed on one computer. The screen magnification program has magnification levels ranging from 1.5x up to 36x. The magnification can be increased in increments of 0.5x. The program has eight different viewing modes, from full screen to a single line zoom. Dozens of color combinations are available to decrease eye fatigue. Character outlines are smo

Magwin Usb

MagWin USB is an accessibility software module containing screen magnification and voice output screen reader programs designed for use by individuals with low vision. The unit plugs into a computer's USB port, and the software opens without needing to be installed. Since no administrator privileges are necessary to install the software, restrictions on public computers against granting installation rights are not a obstacle to using MagWin USB. In addition, the user can borrow a friend's laptop

Mailing Envelopes For Braille (Model 1-04230-00)

Mailing Envelopes for Braille, model 1-04230-00, are envelopes for mailing braille designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These envelopes can be used to mail or store brailled sheets up to 11.5 x 11 inches in size. The envelopes are blank with self-sealing flaps, and hold approximately 30 sheets. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 12.5 x 12.5 inches. COLOR: White.

Mainstreet Messenger

The MainStreet Messenger is an emergency alert system telephone with special features to facilitate its use by persons with visual, hearing, mobility, and/or dexterity disabilities. In an emergency, the telephone automatically dials pre-set help numbers (such as 911, neighbors, friends, relatives, or a professional monitoring facility) until a connection is made. An alert button is found on the telephone and on a waterproof pendant worn by the user. When either button is pressed, the emergency h

Make It Yourself Holder

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY PURPOSE: Increase grasp on writing implement. Suggests wrapping a pen or pencil with tape or twisting rubber bands around the writing implement; inserting the writing device into a practice golf ball, foam curler, foam tubing or a piece of childs modeling clay in order to increase the circumference. an elastic holder can be made by shaping a 1 1/2 inch wide strip of elastic around the thumb, then pinning the elastic; next pin elastic around a pen or pencil, then around the

Make Sentences

Make Sentences is a reading, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents or teachers working with children with developmental disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to teach a child sentence construction from a collection of words. Play settings such as a timer and question order (random or sequence) can be customized to suit an individual child’s learning pace and needs. The app shows how t

Makrolux Bright Field Magnifier (Model 1436-1)

The Makrolux Bright Field Magnifier, model 1436-1, is an illuminated magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier provides 2.2x magnification that is distortion-free from edge to edge, and uniformly illuminated by a bright LED. The lens has a forward tilted angle that supports a comfortable reading position, and the width of the rectangular reading area covers the column width of many newspapers and magazines. Ridges on the bottom keep the aspheric lens one millimete

Maltron Head / Mouth Stick Keyboard

The Maltron Head / Mouth Stick Keyboard is a 105-key modified keyboard designed specifically for use with a mouth stick or headwand. This Plug-n-Play keyboard has a concave front and a Frequency of Use letter layout with frequently used characters in the central area to reduce head movement for individuals who use a mouth stick or are single finger typists. The unit may be mounted on an articulated arm or positioned flat for single finger operation. The alphabetic keys are positioned in the midd

Manila Transcribing Paper, 3-Hole Punch Or 19-Hole Punch

Manila Transcribing Paper is braille notebook filler paper available in 3-hole punch (no. 1-04660-00) or 19-hole punch (no. 1-04650-00). DIMENSIONS: 8.5 x 11 inches (3-hole punch only; 500 sheets, $14.50) and 11.5 x 11 inches (450 sheets, $16.25).

Mano

The Mano portable video magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Mano magnifier features a 3.5-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen with freeze frame. The screen has multiple viewing modes, including black on white, white on black, green on black, yellow on black and yellow on blue. The unit magnifies images between 1 and 20 times their original size and has continuous zoom. The unit comes with a carryi

Marathon Brailler

The Marathon Brailler is a desk-top Braille printer designed to provide single-sided embossing for individuals who are blind. The user sets printing control parameters with a built-in keypad (no dip switches). Up to 16 different sets of parameters can be stored in the Marathon's permanent memory. Eight pre-programmed sets for popular microcomputer configurations are provided with the system. Control parameters can be verified via a 32-character visual display or in Braille. When used with Braill

Marburg Braille Writing Slate

The Marburg Braille Writing Slate, model 30712, is a manual braille writing aid designed to allow brailling an entire 8.5 x 11 inch page without having to move the slate or adjust the paper. The slate is made of durable plastic and has 30 cells per line. DIMENSIONS: 8.75 x 12 inches. COLOR: Black.

Mark I Sight Sheet

The Mark I Sight Sheet is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It can be slipped into a pocket or purse for easy access. This magnifier is composed of two detachable soft plastic panels, one of which is transparent and magnifying. The user places the magnifying panel over the area to be read. When not in use, the magnifying panel folds into a pocket on the other panel. The non-magnifying panel can be used for placement of corporate advertising. DIMENSIONS:

Marks Script Guide

The Marks Script Guide is a clipboard equipped with a horizontal writing guides to help individuals with visual disabilities or with limited dexterity to write in longhand. The clipboard holds standard 8.5 x 11 inch paper. The horizontal guide slides up and down the left side of the blipboard, one line at a time.

Mash Up Arduino Code Samples

Mash Up Arduino Code Samples are Do It Yourself coding program designed for those individuals with neurological disabilities to improve their cognitive and perceptual skills.

Match Box.

Multi purpose amplifier and headset for telephones. Battery operated. Connects any phone system to a GN Netcom Profile or 800 Series headset. Can also be used for standard handset. Adjustable volume.

Match Pix

Match Pix is educational game software designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. This program contains six games that teach children to read over 150 words important for beginning readers. Words are organized in fourteen player-selectable word groups such as animals, numbers, and colors, each with 10 or more words. Three games (Matchup, Tic Tac Toe, and Bingo) match pictures to printed words, while three other games present words by American Sign Language signs, fingerspellin

Mathtalk / Scientific Notebook

MathTalk / Scientific Notebook (MT/SN) is a combination of voice input and Braille output software configured to make Scientific Notebook 4.0 accessible to students and teachers who are blind or have low vision, or who have upper extremity disabilities. Scientific Notebook is a mathematical word processing program suitable for math and science reports, homework, and exams. It allows the user to create attractive documents that seamlessly combine text, mathematics, and graphics. Scientific Notebo

Matsumoto Stereo-Copying System

The Matsumoto Stereo-Copying System is a tactile graphics copier system designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The system consists of a stereo-copying machine and a stero-copying developer, which are used together with special capsule-coated paper. The capsule paper resembles braille paper in color and thickness, but its surface is coated uniformly with several hundred million thermo-expandable microcapsules that look like flour and which expand to several hundred time

Matti Mole's Summer Holiday

Matti Mole's Summer Holiday is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Available in a home user version or a single-user school version, this animated storybook incorporates language activities and games throughout its eleven chapters and Matti Mole nods and provides encouragement throughout. Sixteen activities help students learn capital letters, periods, compound words, alphabetical order, tenses, questions, parts of speech, and rhyming

Max Digital Magnifier

Max Digital Magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by persons with low vision. This magnifier connects to any television set to magnify words, pictures, and other images (up to 28 times on a 20-inch screen). Max may also be connected to a computer monitor (additional hardware may be required). Max magnifies print on any curved or straight surface without distortion. Viewing modes include low contrast/photo, high contrast/positive, and high contrast/negative. It comes with a con

Max Panel (12-Inch)

The Max Panel (12-inch) is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable magnifier integrates the Max digital magnifier (see separate entry) with a slim, LCD platform. The discrete camera projects an auto-focus image on the screen,with a range of 8x to 12x magnification. Multiple viewing options are available, including photo, negative, standard, and positive. Other features include screen adjustability to achieve the best viewing angle, a choice of four viewin

Max-View Screen Magnifier

The Max-View Screen Magnifier is an external screen magnifier and glare reduction screen designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed to work with both flat and curved monitors, this unit magnifies without distortion and provides glare reduction and radiation and static control. DIMENSIONS: Models are available to upgrade a 14- or 15-inch monitor to a 17-inch monitor or to upgrade a 16- or 17-inch monitor to a 19-inch monitor.

Maxdetail Hands-Free Magnifying Glasses (Model 1624-5)

The MaxDetail Hands-Free Magnifying Glasses, model 1624-5, are magnifier glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. These lenses provide 2X magnification and are worn like eyeglasses. They provide clear resolution of minute details for enhanced viewing of small-print materials or intricate hobbies. The glasses focus on near objects with a working distance of 16 inches, and can be adjusted so that each eye lens can be focused separately (±3 diopters). These lightweight lenses are ma

Maxevent Telescopic Glasses (Model 1624-3)

MaxEvent Telescopic Glasses, model 1624-3, are binocular magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. These hands-free, head-mounted glasses provide 2.1x magnification, and focus on objects from a distance of 10 feet to infinity. They can be used for viewing sports events, concerts, movies, theater, bird watching, or any other distance viewing activity where a magnified image would be helpful. The Galilean-type lenses are made of PXM material and have a mirrored coating to prevent

Maxi-Plus (Model 2678)

The Maxi-Plus, model 2678, is magnifying lens with a neck strap designed to free hands for work and hobbies for individuals with low vision. Around the neck magnifiers are for tasks that require two hands sucha s sewing, knitting or other hobbies. The lens is a Bi-aspheric PXM lightweight lens with Duplex coating for near distortion-free viewing that magnifies 2x. A smaller bifocal lens is also Bi-aspheric but magnifies 4x. It is mounted in transparent PXM for shadow free viewing. An adjustable

Maxplus Desk And Wall Speaker Phones (3644 & 3654 Series)

Telephone with built in speakerphone. Touch tone dialing; line status indicator to indicate when the hands free circuitry is in use; mute button to restrict local conversation from the distant party; voice operated functions for hands free operation; standard telephone usage by lifting handset. Optional features include message waiting to alert user to message or incoming calls; redial to allow user to redial the last number dialed; electronic hold to temporarily retain call. Six color combinati

Mayer-Johnson Eye Lighter

Eye Lighters are transparent, plastic highlighters with beveled frosted edges that allow students to highlight words and sentences and track one, two or three lines at a time while reading.

Mb-Ledb Lighted Magnifier

The MB-LEDB Lighted Magnifier is a handheld magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This square magnifier offers 2X magnification through its distortion-free lens. It has a built-in light emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark spaces and an ergonomic grip. The magnifier pulls out from the grip to reveal and activate the light. The MB-LEDB is available in black, blue, purple, and red. POWER: Uses 2 button cell batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 5.5 x 2 x 0.75 i

Mcduffy Reader

The McDuffy Reader is a manual for teaching Braille to adults who are blind or have low vision and who are learning braille. This primer was written by Sharon Duffy. OPTIONS: A teacher's manual is available; the primer and the teacher's manual are both available in braille, large print, and cassette versions.

Mealtime Stickers (Model Mt-01F)

Mealtime Stickers, model MT-01F, are symbolic language pictures and an idependent living skills tutorial designed to assist people with cognitive or communication disabilities with meal planning and kitchen skills.The stickers can be used to create picture recipes or flash cards, label drawers and cabinets, or create picture lists of table settings. The 192 reusable vinyl stickers include kitchen equipment, cooking skills, and table setting categories. WARRANTY: The manufacturer guarantees compl

Med-Alert

Med-Alert is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance, mobility, or neurological disabilities or who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a tabletop receiver console and a pre-programmed waterproof transmitter that can be worn on the wrist or around the neck as a pendant. The receiver console connects to a phone line. In case of an emergency, the user presses a button on the transmitter and the console sends a m

Medfirst Alert

MedFirst Alert is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance, mobility, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This personal emergency response system (PERS) has two components: a portable, waterproof transmitter, which the user wears on a wristband, necklace or belt clip, and a receiver base unit connected to the user's existing telephone line. If the user experiences a fall or other medical emergency or other type o

Medical Alert System

The Medical Alert System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with mobility disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system includes a base unit and a waterproof button in wrist, clip-on, and pendant styles (all included). When the button is pressed, a signal is sent over the existing telephone line to a medical monitoring center, opening a line of communication. A member of the monitoring center team check

Medical Alert System

The Medical Alert System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes an emergency alert button and a console unit. When the emergency button is pressed, it sends a wireless signal to the console, which dials the monitoring center. If the phone line is in use, the console will automatically disconnect the call in order to contact the monitoring center. A medically-tra

Medical Guardian

The Medical Guardian is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance, mobility, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This personal emergency response system (PERS) has two components: a portable, water-proof help button (transmitter), which the user wears as a necklace or bracelet, and a base unit connected to the user's existing telephone line. If the user experiences a fall or other medical emergency or other type o

Medical Monitoring Usa

Medical Monitoring USA is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with mobility disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system includes a base unit and a waterproof button in wrist or clip-on (all included)styles. When the button is pressed, a signal is sent over the existing telephone line to the operations center, opening a line of communication. When the associate determines the status of the member, two ass

Medipendant

MediPendant is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by individuals with physical disabilities or health issues or seniors. The unit is a two-way speakerphone in a pendent and enables the wearer to both speak to and listen to an emergency call center directly through the wearable mini pendent. The call center is staffed by emergency medical technicians 24 hours per day, seven days a week.

Mediplan (Model Series 2666)

Mediplan, model series 2666, are hand held magnifying lenses designed to be lightweight and portable for individuals who have low vision. The aplanatic lens is made of high-quality PXM lightweight lens with two plano-convex lenses that give a clearly defined, distortion free image. It is designed specifically for individuals with macular degeneration because of the clear image at the edges. The high-tech ribbed handle is made of durable plastic. Models 2666-75 and -950 have a magnification of 3x

Medley

The Medley is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. It is a customizable, natural-voice communication aid that can record and play back up to eight messages (11 seconds per message). Messages can be accessed by direct selection using the built-in keypad or by plugging adaptive switches into the eight external switch jacks, or they can be selected using sequencing or randomizing. Messages can be record in any order. POWER: Req

Mega Book

The Mega-Book is a communication book and symbolic language system designed for use by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. This full sized folder features 12 top loading cover sheets seamed into the book. The book contains a third half-panel which can be used for common vocabulary in a ready reference format. Grids are not included. CAPACITY: At full capacity, the book holds 580 two-inch symbols or 2,320 one-inch symbols. DIMENSIONS: Each cover sheet holds an 8.5 x 11

Megabee

MegaBee™ is a writing tablet designed for use by individuals with traumatic brain injury, stroke, motor-loss, multiple sclerosis (MS), motor neuron disease (MND), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), cerebral palsy and those who are not able to write legibly. The tablet uses eye movement and blinking as the method to select letters or phrases, which are then displayed on its screen. MegaBee™ is fully portable and can be used for individuals with limited mobility and residents of a home care fac

Megadots

MegaDots is a braille text editor and translation program designed to enable the user to produce printed or brailled output from the same computer document. The program is a style-based word processor (the user assigns a style to a block of text and the program handles all formatting commands). The program comes with predefined styles for items such as headings, items in a list, tables of contents and indices. The program can import documents from 95 different file formats (including Macintosh a

Memo Talker (Model R0202-A)

The Memo Talker, model R0202-A, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Designed to fit in the palm of any hand, this device features a press-and-hold play which activates one twenty-second message while permitting playback to be stopped as needed. POWER: Uses batteries (included).

Memory Phone

The Memory Phone is a large button telephone designed for use by individuals with Alzheimer's Disease, brain injury, or cognitive or fine motor disabilities. In addition to having a standard keypad with large numbers, this phone features eight programmable picture frames at the top. Pressing the photograph placed in a frame causes the phone to dial the corresponding phone number. A ninth frame can be used to dial 911 or other emergency number. Other features include adjustable receiver amplifica

Memory Trainer Application

The Memory Trainer Application is a functional Android app designed to improve spatial and working memory. User will be put through a variety of “workouts”. In particular, Memory Trainer works the users spatial, working memory, focus, chunking, and concentration.

Memovoice Notepad

The Memovoice Notepad is a braille notetaker designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The Memovoice Notepad has a seven-point Braille keyboard and voice output in several languages, delivered through headphones or a built-in speaker. Functions include an alarm clock, calendar, appointments list, events list, and notepad. The Memovoice Notepad has a 256 kilobyte (KB) flash memory and 128 KB random access memory (RAM), with 2 megabytes (MB) total memory. POWER: Uses two 1.5 vo

Menu Sight Sheet

The Menu Sight Sheet is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It can be slipped into a pocket or purse for easy access. This magnifier is composed of three soft plastic panels. The third panel is transparent and magnifying. The user places the print material on the panel opposite the magnifying panel and folds the magnifying panel over the area to be read. When not in use, the magnifying panel and the adjacent panel fold into a pocket on the third panel. The

Merlin

Merlin is a desktop video magnifier (CCTV) designed for use by individuals with low vision. This full-color system magnifies images from four to 66 times their original size on a 14-inch monitor. It enables people with low vision to read, write, view photographs, and enjoy crafts and hobbies. Merlin features a large working space; tactile control buttons for easy use; four viewing modes (full color, black & white, high contrast positive, and high contrast negative); auto focus; a preset butt

Merlin Lcd

The Merlin LCD is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This one-piece, ergonomically-designed system features an integrated monitor that allows users to raise and lower, pivot, swivel, and tilt the screen to the most comfortable viewing postition. The unit offers magnification of five to 61 times. Standard features include true/vivid color, 24 programmable custom color combinations, four standard viewing modes, object locator, auto focus, focus lock, and preset magn

Merlin Plus

The Merlin Plus is a video Magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This full-color, auto-focus video magnifier system features split-screen capability, line markers, and windowing Merlin Plus Remote Software; color selection for text and background;and four standard viewing modes, including full-color, black and white, high-contrast positive and high-contrast negative. Simultaneous dual-monitor use permits use of a PC and TV concurrently. A foot pedal (included) allows for qui

Merriam-Webster's Concise Dictionary, Large Print Edition

Merriam-Webster's Concise Dictionary, Large Print Edition is a large print book designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 768-page soft cover dictionary has over 40,000 entries, with definitions, spelling, and pronunciation. Words are printed in 18 point type and definitions are printed in 16 point type. A punctuation guide is also included. ISBN: 0877796440 / 978-0877796442. DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): 6.5 x 9.25 x 1.5 inches.

Metric And Imperial Blissymbol Templates

The Metric and Imperial Blissymbol Templates (models BM321, BM322, and BM323) are patterns of Blissymbol elements designed as an aid to drawing Blissymbols more accurately. They may be helpful in making worksheets, display materials, and in adding symbols to the student's display. DIMENSIONS: The Large Metric Template is 21 mm square ($17, BM321); the Small Metric Template is 11 mm square ($17, BM322); and the Imperial Template is 1 inch square ($12, BM323).

Mexican Sign Language/american Sign Language Translator

The Mexican Sign Language/American Sign Language Translator is a sign language program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. With this program, translations can be obtained from ASL to MSL or vice versa by way of video clips showing actual signers. The sign language equivalents of almost 600 English and Spanish words can be identified in both ASL and MSL. The program can also be used to learn vocabulary from either language in both written and signed formats. COMPATIBL

Mezzo

The Mezzo is a video magnifier and CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full-color, auto-focus High-Definition (HD) camera (1280 x 800 pixels) and a 13.3-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen. The screen’s position is height-adjustable and it can be inclined. The Mezzo has multiple viewing modes, including black on white, white on black, green on black, yellow on black and yellow on blue. The unit magnifies images bet

Micro Speech Lab Pack

Micro Speech Lab Pack is a hardware/software package designed for the capture and in-depth analysis of speech or other signals on the IBM AT or XT. Signal input, waveform display, audio output, analysis and file management can be performed. The program allows the user to splice a sound sample in both visual and auditory mode and to condition the signal segment to required specifications. The following parameters are user specifiable: sampling rate of up to 20,000 per second, or 25,000 with an IB

Microloop Ii & Microloop Ii Fm

The Microloop II is an audio loop amplification system designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. Place the loop wire around the listening area to transmit and amplify speech signals to the "T" coil switch found on many hearing aids. Designed for use in a conference or classroom setting, the system includes loop wire on a wind up spool, a clip on microphone for the primary speaker, and a carrying case. The Microloop II FM performs the same function but includes a wireless microphon

Microlux 6X18 (Model 4294-618)

Microlux 6x18, model 4294-618, is a monocular telescope designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable monocular fits into a pocket or purse and can be used for museums, sporting events, bird watching, or reading far- away signs. It has a Keplerian lens that provides 6x magnification with a focal range of 10 feet to infinity and a visual field of 8 degrees. The lens material is coated achromatic glass, with plastic casing. One squeeze on the casing causes the monocular to open fo

Microsoft Eye Gaze

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a gaze-controlled interface cursor to assist those with fine motor and/or hand disabilities. Those with disabilities such as Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), have a hard time controlling their limbs and communicating, making it hard to utilize communication tools, electronic devices, or simply be independent. The Eye Gaze device functions on eyesight--a user can roll their eyes over a virtual keyboard to communicate with others. The

Microtel Companion

The Microtel Companion is a hearing-aid compatible telephone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Standard features include speed dialing, electronic hold, a ring indicator light, ringer volume control, handset volume control, last number redial, and tone/pulse dialing selection. This phone can be used on a desktop or be wall mounted.

Microworlds

Microworlds is a reading tutorial program designed for use by children with learning disabilities. Children explore the house and garden with Sam and Jo, their animated guides. Interactive activities in a colorful environment help develop early skills. Activities include simple matching games, decision-making activities, and early reading exercises. Users can feed birds, water flowers, have a bath, and design a room as they develop mouse control and early reading skills. The program offers full

Mid-Sized Communication Book

The Mid-Sized Communication Book is a communication book designed to accommodate communication symbols for non-speech or limited-speech persons. The vinyl covered folder features twelve non-glare vinyl page covers that resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied communication symbols. Replacement grids are also available; contact manufacturer for details. The book includes a grommet for attachment to a belt clip or strap. CAPACITY: The book is designed to hold 624 one-inch or 156 t

Midland Weather Alert Radio With Silent Call Strobe Light/

Alert Radio with Silent Call Strobe Light is designed for the hearing impaired who need to be contacted by a siren or for the deaf, as a silent strobe light flashes when activated, in addition to the siren. It is a safety alert system that can help those individuals know what the weather is and if there is an emergency. It can store information from 7 counties and uses National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) channels. Has Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) technology. Public Al

Midland Weather Alert Radio With Silent Call Transmitter

The Midland Weather Radio with Silent Transmitter is an around-the-clock radio, in real time, that is designed for use by individuals who are deaf or have a hearing impairment, or those who have hearing loss. A Silent Call 318MHz transmitter is also included and works with any Silent Call Original Series receiver up to 100 feet away. This Silent Call Transmitter uses Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) technology and has 7 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) channels. Is Public

Milbat Universal Book Holder-Reading Helper

The Milbat Universal Book Holder-Reading Helper is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis, severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. Made of wood, the unit has adjustable metal clamps to hold most books in place. The angle can be adjusted to meet the user's needs.

Milestone 312 Daisy Player

The Milestone 312 DAISY Player is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals with blindness or low vision. This small device incorporates an audio books player, an accessible MP3/AAC player, voice recorder, FM tuner/recorder, alarm clock, and an RFID tag reader in one unit. The DAISY player offers full access to heading levels, page numbers, phrases, etc. It also supports bookmark setting and switching between books on the memory card. The MP3 player offers accessible MP3 nav

Millennium Ii Video Magnifier

The Millennium II Video Magnifier is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It includes a viewing head with a camera, supported by a hinged arm with a clamp for attaching to a table or desk. Magnification adjusts from two to 100 times depending on the height of the viewing head and the digital power range selected; users can select two and four times digital power ranges. The viewing head has controls for black and white, color, or reverse image viewing, and auto focu

Millennium Video Magnifier

The Millennium Video Magnifier is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It includes a viewing head with a camera and controls for black and white or color, reverse image, and autofocus with focus lock. The camera unit is supported by a hinged arm with a clamp for attaching to a table or desk. Magnification adjusts from two to 50 times, depending on the height of the viewing head and use of the two times digital power control. The video magnifier also comes with a hig

Mind Express

Mind Express is a symbolic communicator program designed for use by speech therapists or teachers of children with communication or speech disabilities. This software enables the user to create customized communication boards, grids, games, or exercises using symbols, pictures, speech, music, and sounds. Bliss, PCS, Picto, Beta, Rebus, and Picture This symbols and icons can be supplemented with drawings, photos, or new symbols. The program is available with RealSpeak, which allows text to be rea

Mind Speller

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a communication tool that can be used by individuals with motoric disabilities (i.e. brain paralysis or speech or language disorders) to communicate. Developed by Belgian researchers from the European nanoelectronics and nano-technology research center, Imec, Holst Center, and Katholieke Universiteit in Leuven; the Mind Speller is a portable, easy-to-wear, intelligent textual and verbal communications prototype device based on an EEG-bas

Mini 2x Bar Magnifier with Pocket Clip and 7 Centimeter Ruler

The Mini 2x Bar Magnifier with Pocket Clip and 7 Centimeter Ruler is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier is a 7 centimeter ruler made of scratch resistant and shatterproof crystal clear lenses. The magnifier zoom is 2x magnifying lens is ideal for reading newspaper, books and magazines. Additionally, the device is lightweight and portable for traveling. 

Mini Camera (Model X-Mc)

The Mini Camera, model X-MC, is a portable video magnifier designed to magnify images for individuals with low vision. It has a camera with roller stand which the user places directly on the material to be viewed. The camera can also be used freehand for uneven surfaces. The camera is designed to hook up to the user's TV (not included). Magnification ranges from 2.5 to 60 times depending on size of TV. The camera comes with reversal option (white on black or black on white) for individual contra

Mini Eye-Talk (Model 3704)

The Mini Eye-Talk, model 3704, is a communication board designed for use by young children with severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. Equipped with a self-contained, height-adjustable stand, this clear board enables the child to communicate using an eye gaze while still being able to see the surroundings, as well as the person with whom the child is communicating. DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): This communicator is 11.5 x 14.5 x 1/16 inches. OPTIONS: Gooseneck mounting clamp.

Mini Mighty Trumpet

The Mini Mighty Trumpet is a respiratory training activity designed for use with children with breathing, speech, and oral motor disabilities. This device includes a bubble wand and bubble liquiid and creates many bubbles with a quick breath and fewer large bubbles with slow breaths, encouraging breathing control and oral motor activities.

Mini Picture Set (Model Mp-01Q)

The Mini Picture Set, model MP-01Q, is a compilation of symbolic language pictures designed to be used to make communication boards or illustrated lists used by nonvocal individuals. The symbols are in black and white and therefore are readily photocopyable. There are twelve pages with a total of 576 symbols. Symbols are grouped on pages according to subject area. Topics include daily routine, shopping, restaurants, and choices for planning the day.

Mini-Auggie (Model H-19)

The Mini-Auggie, model H-19, is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This augmentative communication device consists of a PocketPC (HP iPaq 2495) loaded with Point To Pictures - Mobile (PTP-Mobile) software. The unit is touch-sensitive and comes with built-in voice recording capability and the Mayer-Johnson PCS library on an SD card. An unlimited number of pages with up to 25 pictures per page can be stored, jumped

Mini-Com (Model 9151)

Mini-Com, model 9151, is a direct selection communicator designed to help persons with communication disabilities build communication skills. It features a series of flash cards with pictures on them and a picture clip to hold them in place. As an individual's communication skills grow, several of these communicators can be linked together to form complete sentences. This product also provides users with twenty seconds of recording time at the touch of a button. Messages can be recorded as nee

Mini-Mullion Proximity Reader (Model Sxf1050)

The Mini-Mullion Proximity Reader, model SXF1050, is a keyless door lock and security system. The system uses a credit card size command card, and does not require any contact between card and card reading sensor. The card does not have to be removed from wallet or purse to be read. The sensor is mounted on a mullion or narrow stile and has a reading range of up to 3 inches. The system has a tri-state LED visual indicator (red, green, amber) and provides audio feedback representing status and ac

Mini-Ups

The Mini-UPS is a battery backup for telephones, answering machines, and other devices that utilize an alternating current (AC) power adapter designed for use by individuals with mobility disabilities. This unit plug in between the telephone, answering machine, or other device and the wall outlet and provides up to 20 hours of backup power in the event of a power outage, preserving telephone programming and memory and enabling cordless phones and answering machines to be utilized.

Minibrite Pocket Magnifier (Model Po-55)

The Minibrite Pocket Magnifier, model PO-55, is a folding pocket magnifier with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pocket-sized magnifier offers 5x magnification through its acrylic aspheric lens, and it comes equipped with a built-in LED light for use in dark spaces. Other features include a slid-out protective plastic sleeve that conceals the lens and protects it from scratches when not in use. POWER: Uses 3 AAA batteries (not included). DIMENSION (LxWxD): 4.25 x 2 x 0

Minicom Iv

The Minicom IV is a text telephone (TT) or telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). The device features an easy-touch 43-key, 4-row keyboard; a bright, tilted 20-character display; and a printer port for connecting to an external printer (not included). This text telephone also offers Turbo Code to provide greater user control over the speed and pace of conversations and an Auto ID feature to automatically notify parties being called that a text telephone is being used. POWER: Comes with an

Minimal Pair Pack

Minimal Pair Pack is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by therapists and teachers working with individuals who have communication or speech disabilities. This program allows a person to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to practice speech sound discrimination and production with flash card style tasks. The app targets the following speech sounds in the initial position of words: p, b, m, n, t, d, k, g, f, v, s, z, dz (as in jam), j (as in yacht), w,

Minimax

The miniMAX portable video magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The miniMAX magnifier features a 2.8-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) screen with freeze frame. The screen has multiple viewing modes, including black on white, white on black, green on black, yellow on black and yellow on blue. The unit magnifies images between 2 and 7 times their original size, and it has a folding stand. The miniMAX is acti

Miniprint 225

The Miniprint 225 is a basic printing text telephones or telecommunication devices for the deaf. Both devices feature Turbo Code which enables a more natural conversational speed and interrupt capability. Features include Auto ID which alerts hearing people to an incoming TTY call, a built-in 24-character printer, three selectable print sizes, and a sticky key feature for single- handed typing. Other features include a computer- style keyboard with “GA" and "SK" keys and locator keys on the "hom

Miniprint 425

The Miniprint 425 is a basic printing text telephones or telecommunication devices for the deaf. Both devices feature Turbo Code, which enables more natural conversational speed and interrupt capabilities. Features include Auto ID, which notifies hearing persons of an incoming TTY calls; built in 24-character printers; three selectable print sizes; and a sticky key function for single-handed typing. Both models also feature direct connection, with two telephone jacks and a pre-programmed auto-an

Miniviewer

The MiniViewer is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It enlarges text or images five, ten, or 15 times on a full color, high resolution liquid crystal display (LCD) screen. It can be used to read catalogs, greeting cards, personal mail, recipes, and menus. Documents can be viewed in full color, high-contrast black-on-white, or inverse white-on-black modes. This portable video magnifier can operate in temperatures from 41 degrees Fahrenheit to 122 degrees

Minuum Keyboard

The Minuum Keyboard is a software program designed for individuals with grasping difficulties. The software keyboard forgoes the screen-stealing QWERTY layout for a single-line of characters. The software will automatically restructure misspelled words and find patterns in users typing to auto correct typing.

Mirage Headset

The Mirage Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight headset can be worn on either ear, and the external receiver rotates to rest lightly on the outside of the ear. The headset sits securely behind and on top of the ear and includes a tube-style microphone. OPTIONS: A noise cancelling feature is available. WARRANTY: Two years.

Mobile Accessibility

Mobile Accessibility is a voice output cell phone program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software provides recorded prompts and synthesized speech output for cell phone functions, including receiving, reading, and sending SMS and multimedia (MMS) messages; adding, removing, and updating contact list entries; Caller ID; call logs such as calls received, missing calls, and numbers dialed; alarm configuration; and reading of the battery level and network sign

Mobile Daisy Player

Mobile Daisy Player is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software allows a Symbian-based mobile phone to function as a voice output electronic book reader for books in the standard DAISY format, including audio, text-only, or mixed formats. It supports DAISY navigation and allows the user to assign bookmarks and select and install smaller portions of large books.

Mobile Magnifier

Mobile Magnifier is a cell phone display magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision or seniors. It enlarges and enhances all items of the cell phone display, automatically detecting and magnifying the area of interest as the user navigates through the cell phone’s user interface. Features include hot keys that provide access to the most common features of the Magnifier and an auto zoom function. Different areas of display can be zoomed. Mobile Magnifier can be configured to start

Mobile Magnifier Pocket

Mobile Magnifier Pocket is a screen magnification program and cell phone display magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This full-screen magnification software enlarges text and images displayed on the screen of phones and Pocket PCs that use the Windows Mobile platform. It enlarges and enhances all items of the display, automatically detecting and magnifying areas of interest as the user navigates through the device’s user interface. It has zoom levels from 1.5x to 16x, with

Mobile Speak

Mobile Speak is a cell phone screen reader designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. This screen reader provides speech feedback for navigating through the phone's user interface, and allows access to all of the phone's applications, including third-party applications that are not part of the standard software supplied with the phone. This screen reader comes bundled with other cell phone applications software, such as Code Factory's accessible calculator, an accessib

Mobile Speak Smartphone

Mobile Speak SmartPhone is a screen reader for SmartPhones powered by the Windows Mobile platform, designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software provides voice access to SmartPhone features. The user can choose from several text-to-speech voices in more than 15 supported languages. Supported features include call lists, phone profiles, schedules, contacts, SMS and email, Internet browsing, media files, voice notes, changing all device settings, synchronize data

Mobilux Far Telescope And Maginifier

The Mobilux Far is a hand magnifying lens and pocket telescope designed for use by individuals with low vision. This device can be used for both distance and near tasks. Also when set as a telescope and used in reverse (looking through the objective lens), it can be used as a panoramic field expander. The objective lens in the unit features a refractive front surface and a diffractive rear surface. The combination design provides power and color correction in a single thin lens. As a magnifier,

Model Iii Headstick

Model III Headstick is a head-mounted rod that can be used for pointing or typing. Adjustable padded nylon headgear hold a set of brackets into which the rod is clamped. When worn, the rod projects out over the user' s forehead and down in front of the face. An adjustable chin strap is available. A version of this headstick equipped with a light pointer is also available (the Model II). DIMENSIONS: 23 inches long. WEIGHT: 3.5 ounces.

Modifications To Jordy

DO IT YOURSELF PURPOSE: To enable an individual with low vision to use a Jordy at a more comfortable angle. The Jordy is a wearable magnification device from Enhanced Vision (see entry). The system includes a camera mounted near the forehead, which required the user to bend his/her neck or hold reading material in front of his/her face.To allow for a more comfortable reading angle, a lens was removed from a pair of prism glasses and mounted in a hole cut in a small sheet of aluminum. A wire tie

Modified AT&T Trimline Memory Telephone For The Hard Of Hearing

The Modified AT&T Trimline Memory Telephone for the Hard of Hearing is an amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This trimline phone is desk- or wall-mountable and features three-level enhanced volume amplification, adjustable ringer volume, and nine-number memory dialing.

Modified Att1738 Answering Machine

The Modified ATT1738 Answering Machine is a hearing aid compatible telephone answering machine designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This answering machine has been modified to accept different listening options that can provide cleaner sound to hearing aid users. The user can plug in headphones, silhouette, DAI or cochlear implant adapter cable, or a neckloop. The machine has 40 minutes of digital recording time and gives the number of minutes of recording time remain

Modu-Tray

The Modu-Tray is a lapboard with bookholder designed to act as a tray or writing board for wheelchair users. Interchangeable inserts allow the user to have an adjustable easle for computer keyboard, reading, games, or a communication board, or a microwavable, dishwasher-safe fixed bowl that will not tip. The tray is made of a see-through Lexan plastic and features a cutout. It may be modified to fit standing tables, bolster chairs, and hospital bed tables. When fitted to a wheelchair, the tray i

Modular Amplifier Bottom (Model M10Ptn)

The Modular Amplifier Bottom is a telephone headset adapter designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Designed for use with single- or multi-line phones, this unit includes a volume control dial, a mute button, and a headset/handset selector switch. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries.

Modular Ring Indicator Light (Model 20C-50)

The Modular Ring Indicator Light, model 20C-50, is a telephone signal indicator designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This telephone signal indicator lights when the telephone rings. COLOR: The light is amber.

Modular Telbel (Models Tb-591, Tb-592, & Tb-593)

The Modular Telbel is a telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. These modular bells can be used as high-volume telephone ringers. Volume is 100 dBA (models TB-591 and TB-592) or 95 dBA (model TB-593) at 10 feet. The bells are motor driven and have a tamper resistant volume control and a weatherproof backbox for indoor/outdoor mounting. Model TB-592 is for phone systems with a programmed contact closure. POWER: Model TB-591 uses 38 to 60 volts direct current (VDC

Modularhose.com Assistive Technology Double Kit (Model 90655)

The ModularHose.com Assistive Technology Double Kit, model 90655, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit comes preassembled and includes 6 feet of

Modularhose.com Assistive Technology Double Spring Clamp Kit (Model 90674)

The ModularHose.com Assistive Technology Double Spring Clamp Kit, model 90674, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit includes a 4 x 6 inch plat

Modularhose.com Assistive Technology Kit (Model 90650)

The ModularHose.com Assistive Technology Kit, model 90650, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit comes preassembled and includes 3 feet of Loc-Li

Modularhose.com Assistive Technology Kit Plus (Model 90652)

The ModularHose.com Assistive Technology Kit Plus, model 90652, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit comes preassembled and includes 6 feet of L

Modularhose.com Assistive Technology Kit With Two Plates (Model 90654)

The ModularHose.com Assistive Technology Kit with Two Plates, model 90654, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit comes preassembled and includes

Modularhose.com Assistive Technology Spring Clamp Kit (Model 90673)

The ModularHose.com Assistive Technology Spring Clamp Kit, model 90673, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit includes a 4 x 6 inch plate, 2 5.75

Modularhose.com At Ipad Kit (Model 90670)

The ModularHose.com AT iPad Kit, model 90670, is a stand for a tablet computer and a computer mounting kit for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, or mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system can be used with iPad 1 and iPad 2. The kit comes with an iPad holder with a silicon edge for protection and grip, an integrated fixed mount plate attached to the iPad holder, 2 spring clamps with integrated fixed mount, 2

Modularhose.com At Starter Kit (Model 90680)

The ModularHose.com AT Starter Kit, model 90680, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit comes with all the common parts used in the assistive tec

Modularhose.com Round Tube Clamp Kit (Model 90750)

The ModularHose.com Round Tube Clamp Kit, model 90750, is a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The kit is intended to be used with Loc-Line 1-inch or 0.88-inch diameter tubing. Plates are made of stainless steel. The kit includes five-piece round tube clamp with knob, Loc-Line connector, Loc-Line double socket f

Modularhose.com Spring Clamp Kit With Plate 1 Foot (Model 90665)

The ModularHose.com Spring Clamp Kit with Plate 1 Foot, model 90665, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit includes a round plate connected to a

Modularhose.com Spring Clamp Kit With Plate 2 Feet (Model 90667)

The ModularHose.com Spring Clamp Kit with Plate 2 Feet, model 90667, is a stand for a tablet computer, a computer or communicator mounting kit for wheelchair, or switch mounting hardware designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This kit can be used to mount and position a switch, tablet computer, communicator, or a variety of other assistive products. The kit includes a round plate connected to a

Monkey Sensory Habitat

The Monkey Sensory Habitat is designed for children who would benefit or who need sensory input, like individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD, and those who may show aggressive behaviors like kicking, hitting, excessive energy, etc. Each Monkey Habitat includes climbing walls, trampolines, crash mat, exercise balls and swing to redirect the child’s energy. The Habitat comes with 14 separate pieces (sold separately, see price chart below) and each of which target key mov

Monkeys Jumping On The Bed

Monkeys Jumping on the Bed is a vocabulary tutorial program designed for use with children with cognitive or vision disabilities. Large graphics help learners focus on the the action and a variety of concepts are introduced through enjoyable activities: Cause and effect is introduced in Let's Play and visual discrimination is emphasized in Find the Number Set and Find the Color. Other activities teach six colors, numbers, and number words. This program may be accessed with a mouse, a single swit

Monocular Lens

Monoculars. Variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Some with spectacle mounting, some with neck strap. Field of view between 3 and 12 1/2 degrees. Focusing ability between infinity and 33 inches. Available with stands. Spectacle frames for monoculars also available.

Monomouse & Monomouse-Rm

MonoMouse and MonoMouse-RM are handheld video magnifiers designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable mouse-style video magnifier plugs into a television video jack and can be used for reading a newspaper or book. MonoMouse displays objects in black and white with gray scale imaging; MonoMouse-RM displays objects in black and white reverse mode (black-on-white appears as white-on-black). The magnification level on a 20-inch TV is 24x (24 times actual size) in high magnification

Monomouse-Usb

MonoMouse-USB is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This mouse-style video magnifier connects to a computer via the computer's USB port. Objects appear magnified in black and white on the computer monitor when the device is held over them. It can be used to view books or documents, pictures, or labels. The magnification level can be changed by using the computer's resize function. This video magnifier comes with a cable, driver CD, and a microfibre MouseBag. COMPA

Monty

Monty is a braille text editor and large print program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software application is designed for the production of braille and large print documents using a personal computer, a braille embosser, and a regular printer. The program uses standard pull-down menus for all functions, thereby enabling parents, educators, or employers to produce braille or large print documents without the need to learn new commands or acquire a speciali

Monty 3D Eye Hd

Monty 3D Eye HD is designed for use by individuals who have limited mobility of their arms and hands and use eye controlled movements to access AAC devices or touch tablets. This mounting system is designed to support any device weighing 2 kilograms/4 pounds. Every joint is equipped with a lever. No tools are needed for adjustment. CAPACITY: 2 kilograms/4 pounds. COLOR: Silver and Black. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Morse Code Typing Aid.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Morse code entry provides a faster method of typing for some persons with disabilities. Morse code to driver code converter utilizes three switches, which can be any type of switch an individual can operate. Two switches are used for dots and dashes and one switch is an end of character switch. Closure of the switches causes the clock generator to generate a standard clock pulse. audio feedback is provides by a tone generator. Speed can be adjusted. SK

Motion Talker (Model 1519)

The Motion Talker, model 1519, is a direct selection communicator designed for use with children with cognitive, mobility, and communication disabilities. This unit enables a message to be recorded; the message is then activated by the slightest motion in front of the device's sensor. The device can also be used to reward gait training, wheelchair control, gross and fine motor movements, and other therapeutic objectives. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 5 x 3.5 x 3 inches

MotionSavvy UNI

MotionSavvy UNI translates American Sign Language into grammatically correct spoken English. This product is intended to be used by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing to help communication between hearing and deaf individuals. The user signs so the tablet can pick up the motion. It can follow both hands and 10 fingers.

Mount 'n Mover

The Mount 'n Mover is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators, tablet or laptop computers, or a camera mount for wheelchair designed for use by individuals who use wheelchairs. The device can also be used to mount trays, easels, reading stands, remote controls and more. Available in single- or dual-arm horizontal models, the device is equipped with a quick-release mounting plate offering 0 to 90 degrees of tilt, a paddle to unlock the wrist joint to rotate the attached tray or device, and a

Mountable Big Talk (Model 4204)

Mountable Big Talk, model 4204, is a gooseneck holder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Designed for use with Big Talk Triple Play, model 4202, (see separate entry), this adjustable gooseneck comes with a super clamp and can be attached to any wheelchair or table. DIMENSIONS: The gooseneck is 18 inches long.

Mountbatten Learning System

The Mountbatten Learning System (MBLS) is an electric braille writer and training device designed for use by children who are learning braille. The system includes a Mountbatten electronic braille writer with digitized speech, assignable function keys, notetaker and word processor functions, sufficient memory for 600 braille pages, and the ability to transfer files to and from a personal computer (PC). Features for students include a braille math mode using the Nemeth braille mathematics code; p

Mountbatten Writer

The Mountbatten Writer, also known as the Mountbatten Braille Writer or Mountbatten Brailler standard model, is an electric braille writer designed for use by children or adults who are learning Braille. It has an ergonomic Braille keyboard with a graphics mode and one-handed mode, correcting and erasing functions, page formatting, and the ability to write to memory. Learning tools include digitized speech output, assignable function keys. The writer can handle a variety of paper types and has 9

Mouth stick

The Mouth stick is designed for users with severe physical disabilities. The device features a mouthpiece made of rubber and the tip is used as a typing stick for electronic devices. The hole of the mouthpiece is 10 millimeters (not accounting for tolerance).

Mouthstick Holder

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with multiple sclerosis to have the mouth piece of the mouthstick near her mouth for ready access. The holder had to be adjustable, yet not impede access into or out of the user's wheelchair. A swivel joint from a "third hand" (two alligator clips and a magnifying lens mounted on a swivel base for use in soldering and the like) was welded to a thin-walled piece of pipe that matched the outside diameter of wheelchair rail. The thin-walled

Mouthstick.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Allows an individual with no hand use to move objects, turn pages, use a paint brush, etc. 16 variations of mouthstick adaptations are described with a sketch of each. Plastic rod with rubber eye-dropper tip; custom plastic teeth impressioned mouth grip on aluminum 1/4 inch OD tube; stainless steel clips to hold implements; small rubber heel with slit to hold implements; tapered wood dowel with pencil eraser tip; dowel with mouth grip and erase on tip;

Mouthstick.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Special purpose mouthstick for manipulating and lifting small object. A hollow aluminum arrow shaft is mounted in a mouthpiece of dental acrylic. The mouthpiece can be shaped to the individuals mouth contour much as an athletic mouthpiece is custom formed. a the other end of the shaft is a small suction cup. SKILLS REQUIRED: Dentist. AUTHOR: Wichita REC TITLE: Problem Solving With Rehabilitation Engineering: REC Tech Brief, Spring. REF:Book: Cerebral P

Mouthsticks (Models 5380-14, 5380-16 & 5380-18)

Mouthsticks models 5380-14, 5380-16, and 5380-18 are maulsticks designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, and severe physical disabilities. The three model mouthsticks all have a V-shaped mouthpiece that allows tongue movement. The Wand Mouthstick has a rubber tip and can be used for typing or page turning. Clamp-On Mouthstick holds a pencil, pen, or brush. The Vertical Pincher Mouthstick has a tongue-controlled pincher at the end which can be used to

Movable Communication And Learning Boards

---- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create custom adapted communication and learning boards for students with disabilities. These boards enabled students with high support disabilities to access communication aids and learning materials while they are in their different therapeutic positions. There was no commercially available adjustable board which could be moved into the various positions and be easily moved around. The original design called for a stand that was 700 millimeters

Multi-angle Adjustable Phone Stand

The Multi-angle Adjustable Phone Stand is designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities or limitations, spinal cord injury, or arthritis to help them use their phone hands-free. The phone stand features a 270 degree adjustable angle ideal for recording or watching videos and reading at a comfortable angle. The adjustable stand is smooth but firm so the user’s phone will stay at the angle he chooses. Additionally, the stand includes an anti-slip silicone padding protect

Multiple Choice Multipurpose Answer Sheets (Models 1-04051-00 & 1-040720-00)

Multiple Choice Multipurpose Answer Sheets, models 1-04051-00 and 1-040720-00, are answer sheets designed for use by children or adults who are blind or have low vision. Answer sheets available in braille (1-04051-00) or large print (1-040720-00). Each sheet has 20 lines numbered 1 to 20, with five answer choices labeled A,B,C,D, and E (lower case in braille). Braille sheets are embossed on standard, white braille paper, 10.25 x 10.75 inches. Large type sheets are 8.5 x 11 inches. Both types are

Multisensory SpongeBob SquarePants Switch

The Multisensory SpongeBob SquarePants Switch is a device designed for children with impairment disabilities. The device has a tactile switch plate, and vibrates while lights and music play whenever it is pressed. The control on the bottom can be used to turn any of these functions on or off. The Multisensory SpongeBob SquarePants Switch can be used on its own to teach cause and effect, or to trigger other devices that need a capability switch.

Music for Special Kids: Musical Activities, Songs, Instruments and Resources 1st Edition

Music for Special Kids: Musical Activities, Songs, Instruments and Resources 1st Edition is an adapted book designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy and Cerebral Palsy to read and listen to. Word Wise: Enabled. Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled. Page Flip: Enabled. With this eBook the user can highlight, take notes, and search in the book. Page numbers are just like the physical edition.

Musical Clock Communicator (Model 1220, 1220-8)

The Musical Clock Communicator is a scanning communicator designed for individuals with speech disabilities. The user triggers the clock hand to sweep around and point to the desired picture, word, or object affixed to the clock face. At the same time 30 seconds of soft music is played. Flexibility of communication is enhanced by using as few or as many objects as the clockface will hold. The speed of the clock is adjustable.

Mutante Satchel

The Mutante Satchel is a carrying aid for communicators or text telephones designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This case features a water-resistant leather coating, a hard protective shell, foam insulation to protect against extreme hot and cold temperatures, a shoulder strap, an adjustable waist strap, and overlapping carrying handles with a soft grip. An outside pocket conceals PDAs, CDs, disks, or other accessories. The case also features a detachable mobile phone

Mv-1000

The MV-1000 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, and traumatic head injuries. Available as software only for use on existing hand-held devices running the Palm operating system or pre-loaded on a Palm Tungsten E2, it offers hundreds of pictures to help facilitate communication with male and female voice choices. This customizable system can be set to match the user's p

My Choice Board

My Choice Board is a direct selection communicator and voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user or a parent, caregiver or teacher selects images (from the device’s library or online), displays them on the choice bo

My First Tri-Write Pencils

My First Tri-Write Pencils are easy grasp pencils designed for use by individuals with fine motor or grasping disabilities. Designed to assure proper finger positioning for the beginning writer, it is comparable in size to a beginner pencil, but triangular in shape. The naturally ergonomic, triangular shape helps teach correct pencil grip. Available with or without an extra large, latex-free eraser, it has a finish that contains Microban anti-microbial protection that inhibits the growth of odor

My Life Skills Box

My Life Skills Box is a mobile phone and computer application designed for children with developmental and learning disabilities. The application teaches everyday life skills such as showering, getting dressed, brushing teeth, and appropriate behavior in public and school environments. Social skills –user will learn techniques to cope with different social situations and problem solving. Playing with Functional Objects – user will learn how to use objects for play. The application separates each

My Own Bookshelf

My Own Bookshelf is a reading tutorial program designed for use by students with learning disabilities. This software enables the user to create personalized and engaging books with added media such as text, images, and Quicktime and AVI movies. Sound options include importing, recording, and Text-to-Speech (TTS). Books are placed on electronic bookshelves for students to read. Books can be catergorized by author, student, subject, etc. Each bookshelf holds up to nine books. Access options and p

My Place Laptop Table

The My Place Laptop Table is a notebook or laptop computer support and bookholder designed for use by individuals with mobility or upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight work station can be used while seated in a chair or reclining in bed for writing, using a laptop, reading, doing crafts and more. It has fold-out legs, which adjust to set the tabletop at the optimal height. The tabletop has two panels, the angle of which is independently adjustable. The left panel is designed to hold th

My Reading Coach, School Edition & Single Student Edition

My Reading Coach is a reading tutorial program designed for use with children and adults with attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), dyslexia, and other learning disabilities. Appropriate for students aged seven years through adult, this CD-ROM-based program provides self-paced, individualized reading instruction appropriate to the student's ability level, from those with few or no reading skills through those seeking to improve speed and comprehension. Jim Larrabee, a special needs teacher and

My Story Book - Pack of 24

My Story Book - Pack of 24 is a set of 24 blank books with 24 lined pages designed to encourage creative writing and logical thinking by assigning a personalized book to each student in the class. This product can be used as a teaching resource for elementary teachers for students with learning, communication, or cognitive disabilities.

My Voice

-- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of an American Sign Language (ASL) translator that uses video to capture and then interpret a person's sign language movements. Students at the University of Houston designed a device called MyVoice, an ASL translator that uses a video camera to capture a person's sign language movements. MyVoice is a portable device that incorporates a microphone, speaker, soundboard, video camera, and monitor. The device has a stand on the back that folds

My Words

My Words is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by children with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism, and by caregivers, educators, therapists and parents working with children with these disabilities. This application, or app, enable an Apple iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The

My-T-Mouse For Kids

My-T-Mouse for kids is a mouse emulator program and an on screen keyboard program designed to provide an interface specifically for children through any pointing device for individuals with limited upper limb mobility and/or coordination. It offers complete access and control over all computer functions whether it is through mice, trackballs, pens, touchscreens, joysticks, switches, etc. This program offers three "Heads-Up Display" keyboards in nine different sizes including Alphabetical, QWERTY

MyAlert Wireless Doorbell Transmitter

The MyAlert Wireless Doorbell Transmitter is designed to provide sound enhancement and signaling of a doorbell ring to users with hearing disabilities. The wireless doorbell transmitter is a cost effective solution for doorbell notification. The DB100T works exclusively with the MyAlert multi-function receiver (SKU 7022). The device includes a 10-year lithium battery. 

MyAlert Wireless Telephone Transmitter

The MyAlert Wireless Telephone Transmitter is designed to provide sound enhancement for incoming phone call to users with hearing disabilities. The device is a cost-effective way to ensure that you know when your phone is ringing. When the phone rings, you'll be notified with a clear visual icon, bright flashing LED, and loud amplified sound. 

Mycall

MyCall is an emergency alert call system designed for use by patients in hospitals and other care facilities, including residential facilities. This wireless emergency call system can be integrated with a range of safety and security systems, while providing essential information to caregivers, administrators and facilities personnel. MyCall can be integrated with emergency call from fixed wall stations and wireless pendants; wanderer management with the RoamAlert system; fall management with th

Mygait Elite Computer

The MyGait Elite Computer is a computer terminal designed for use by older adults or individuals with cognitive disability. This all-in-une unit comes fully assembled, and provides easy access to computer and the Internet for people who have computer literacy challenges. The MyGait Elite features an integrated 20-inch high definition monitor, a built-in web camera for video chat capability, an integrated DVD/CD player for playback, and 200 percent zoom or magnification capability. The computer's

Myreader2

MyReader2 is a video magnifier and CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This low vision reading system scans pages placed on its reading tray, then presents the text in a user-selected format on the unit's built-in liquid crystal display (LCD) screen. Text can be presented as a wrapped paragraph (column layout), as a continuous line (row layout), or one word at a time (word layout). Readers navigate the text using a control panel, without moving the document or reading tray. Thi

Mytalktools Mobile

MyTalkTools Mobile is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user chooses the content (grids or boards with images) and plays recorded sounds by touching a cell. Touching a sequence of cells will fo

Mytalktools Mobile Lite

MyTalkTools Mobile Lite is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user chooses the content (grids or boards with images) and plays recorded sounds by touching a cell. Touching a sequence of cells wi

Mytobii P10

MyTobii P10 is a portable eye-controlled communicator and computer designed for use by individuals with neurological or communication disabilities, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, ALS, or spinal cord injury. The screen, eye control device, and computer are integrated into one unit, which mounts to a desk, bed, or wheelchair. The user's eye signature can be calibrated in 10 seconds by sitting in front of the screen and following an on-screen dot. The system can be configured for different ski

Mytty

MyTTY is a text telephone (TT) emulation program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This software enables a computer to function as a TTY using a voice modem, the type of modem usually included with a personal computer. It takes the 1400 Herz (Hz) and 1800 Hz tones that represent characters in the TTY Baudot code and changes them to readable characters. It also creates these tones and sends them out over the telephone line through the computer's voice modem. COMPATI

MyVoice Communication Aid

MyVoice Communication Aid is a direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities, aphasia or autism. This application (or app) allows a person to use their Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, or Android phone or tablet computer as a communicator. The app presents words and images relevant to the user’s physical location. The user launches the app, taps a word group to open it, and taps and holds a picture to see it full-screen. Available

Myvoicex

MyVoiceX (1.1 for Windows and 1.2 for Mac) is a text-to-speech application designed specifically for individuals who are temporarily or permanently unable to speak. This app can help users convey messages to those around them by pronouncing phrases and words when the user selects or types in the text. MyVoiceX provides users with several buttons that have already been assigned basic words, such as "Yes," "No," "Maybe," "Hello" or "Goodbye." The program also contains three categories of preset ph

Name Writing Mitt

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with grasping or fine motor disabilities to print his/her name or participate in a sponge painting activity. Attach foam or rubber letters to a Duramitt glove. These gloves are marketed by Playtex, Inc., and come in two styles. One type of Duramitt has a sponge covering on the palm portion of the mitt, and the other style has the tough scrubbing nylon covering on the palm portion. With either mitt it is possible to attach pieces of Velc

Naming Initial Sounds With Play Dough Cutters

Naming Initial Sounds With Play Dough Cutters is a do it yourself activity for children with learning disabilities and sensory processing disorder to learn initial sounds of sight words.

Nantucket Lapreader

The Nantucket Lapreader is a stand for tablet computer, notebook/laptop computer support, or bookholder with lap desk designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or mobility disabilities. This two-piece unit consists of a bamboo reading desk or tablet computer stand and a cotton canvas cushion that can be used as a lap reading pillow. The pieces attach to each other with Velcro and can be used together or separately. The desk includes pen holders and a card holder. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 1

Narrow Paper Adapter (Model 23-0201-6)

The Narrow Paper Adapter, model 23-0201-6, is a braille writer accessory designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device attaches to the back of a Perkins Brailler (see separate entries) to eliminate the problem of braille lines running together when narrow paper or cards are used in older models.

Nasometer (Modle 6200-3)

The Nasometer, model 6200-3, is a microcomputer-based speech training system for measuring and providing biofeedback on nasalance problems for indiviudals with cleft palate, motor speech disorders, hearing disabilities, palatal prosthetic fitting, functional nasality problems, or singing pedagogy. (Nasalance is the acoustic correlate to perceived nasality.) The device is a computerterized nasality system that measures, in real time, the ratio of acoustic energy from the oral and nasal cavities.

National Geographic Picture Atlas Of Our Fifty States, Braille Edition (Model 5-87431-00)

The National Geographic Picture Atlas of Our Fifty States, Braille Edition, model 5-87431-00, is a braille and tactile atlas designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This comprehensive atlas has detailed maps and information for each state. There are three maps of each state, including a political map of major cities; a physical map showing mountains, rivers, and other physical features; and a road map showing Interstate and other highways. The atlas is in seven volumes

Naxos Audiobooks

Naxos Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The catalog focuses on classic literature, including more than 200 fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama titles. All books are digitally recorded, with performances by actors accompanied by classical music (and sound effects in many of the Junior Classics range). Books are available on CD or cassette. Authors include Homer, Herodotus, Sophocles from the ancient world; Dante, Chaucer and Malory

Ne-Atran

The E-Tran is an eye gaze communication board designed for use with individuals with communication and speech disabilities. Constructed of transparent Lexan, this small and portable board is the size of a piece of letter sized paper, and can fit into a day planner, note book, binder, briefcase, or backpack. Letters or pictures can be placed on the board, and it is placed between two people who want to have a conversation with the letters or pictures facing the person with disabilities. This comm

Near Vision Beecher Mirage

The Near Vision Beecher Mirage is a binocular magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This head-mounted, 5.5X-power tele-microscope has a 12-degree field of view with a viewing distance of 17 inches, and can be used for computers, reading sheet music, playing cards, etc. WARRANTY: One year.

Near/far 8X Telescope (Model 5101)

Pocket telescope. 8X magnification with 20 mm lens. Focus from 11 inch to infinity. 3 1/2 inches long with neck strap and pouch. .

Neasy Collapsible Desktop Mount

The NEasy Collapsible Desktop Mount is a desktop stand for alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices (communicators) designed for people with communication or speech disabilities who also have grasping, neurological or upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight desktop mount consists of a collapsible tripod with an adjustable arm. The arm has two ball and socket joints, which enable infinite angle adjustment. The joints are locked in place with a single knob. The AAC device

Neasy Swing Away Aug Com Mounting System

The NEasy Aug Com Swing Away Mounting System is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators or lapboard mounting hardware designed fo use by individuals who use wheelchairs. This compact, heavy-duty modular mounting system for small to large devices or trays can be released and swung away by the user with only one or two pounds of pressure. Each swing away joint automatically locks into position with a stainless steel, spring-loaded pin at 0 degrees, 90 degrees (optional), and 180 degrees (optio

Neighborlink Seniors Monitoring Package

The NeighborLink Seniors Monitoring Package is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors and individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical or personal emergencies. This system alerts the users' neighbors immediately in the even of an emergency. It is a stand-alone package that has a one time purchase price and no monthly fees. The system includes a personal panic button that sends a radio signal to neighbors' homes within 200 feet; an alarm unit for a nearby neighbor; a s

Nemo

The Nemo is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a non-glare liquid crystal display (LCD) and provides digital magnification from 4.5 to 9X with three-step digital magnification. This lightweight, compact unit offers tactile controls and six user-selectable viewing modes, including two color select options. A freeze frame feature allows the user to take a temporary picture of the image. The unit includes a wrist strap and a carrying case.

Neoprene Rubber Pad (Model 23-5601-2)

The Neoprene Rubber Pad, model 23-5601-2, is a braille slate friction pad designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The pad is placed under a braille slate to protect the desk or other surface during brailling. DIMENSIONS: 11.5 x 11.5 inches.

Neospeech Tts On Demand

NeoSpeech TTS On Demand is an audio file creation program designed to convert text to audio files for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. To use this online service to create a speech audio file, the user goes to TTSOnDemand.com, enters the text to be converted, previews the resulting speech audio, then purchases the speech audio file for immediate download.

NeuroSwitch

The NeuroSwitch is an advanced assistive communication device that enables users with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), Motor Neurone Disease, spinal cord injury, and cerebral palsy to control their environment, wheel chair, or a computer using their body's own EMG signals. NeuroSwitch uses AssistiveWare‘s Proloquo4Text word prediction and text-to-speech software, which enables users to write swiftly and have their words spoken aloud. Proloquo4 Text offers many features, including self-learning word p

New International Manual Of Braille Music Notation, Cd-Rom Edition

The New International Manual of Braille Music Notation, CD-ROM Edition, is a manual on braille music for individuals who are blind or have low vision. This CD-ROM includes the full text of the print edition. This reference work, compiled by Bettye Krolick, explains the braille music signs and rules adopted as the international standard by 16 countries in the World Blind Union. The book provides detailed explanations of how specific musical situations are handled in the music braille code. It has

New Programmed Instruction In Braille

New Programmed Instruction in Braille, Third Edition, by Ashcroft, Sanford, and Koenig, is a manual for teaching braille designed for use by teachers of individuals who are blind or have low vision. This print textbook with ink-printed braille includes thirteen units plus ready reference appendices designed to lead to proficiency in reading and writing literary braille for sighted persons. Contents include contracted and uncontracted braille, basic braille formats for instructional materials, el

New Way: Learning With Literature Series Big Books & New Way White Lap Books With Words

The New Way: Learning with Literature Series Big Books and the New Way White Lap Books with Words are large print books designed for use by children with low vision. Both series are large format books with short stories and full-color illustrations. Stories include original stories, fairy tales, fables, and traditional stories, and are designed to stimulate personal writing, self-expression, critical thinking, and creativity. They feature rhythm and predictable outcomes. The New Way Big Books ar

Newspaper Holder (Model 73210)

The Newspaper Holder, model 73210-0000, is designed for holding a newspaper open for hands-free reading. The holder can be used on a bed or wheelchair tray. A center clip holds the top of the paper while flat strips support the edges for full open display. The bottom of the holder has an integral formed spring clip for table mounting. DIMENSIONS: 28 inches long overall. WEIGHT: 1.5 pounds.

Newspaper Holder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Hold an open newspaper in reading position. Suggests that a large cardboard box trimmed to fit in front of the individual, whether sitting or lying down, will hold an open newspaper in reading position with the help of a few thumb tacks; adds that tacks with plastic heads are easier to handle. SKILLS REQUIRED: Cutting. AUTHOR: Hamilton, L. TITLE: Why Didn't Somebody Tell Me About These Things? REF:Book: Author, 217 North Jeffreys St, Pleasant Hills, MO

Newsy

The Newsy app allows the user to get daily news in one place. This app can be used by users who want to be updated with news with no ads or distractions. Newsy pulls from sources to display short, straightforward videos on the day’s news. 

Nexcom 300 (Models 300Vi & 300Ve) & Nextalk For Windows

The Nexcom 300, models 300vi and 300ve, are universal modems designed for "text telephone" use and includes support for TTY calls and standard modem ASCII calls for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. The 300vi has an internal card modem and the 300ve has an external modem. The NexCom 300 features autodetection between standard modems, TTY's and Fax for incoming and outgoing calls. It allows standard modem and TTY call transfers, enabling a call to be put on hold and transferred to ano

Nextup Talker

NextUp Talker is a voice output communicator program designed for use by individuals who have temporarily or permanently lost their voice as a result of ALS, cancer, stroke, aphasia, or other disabilities. With this program, commonly used sentences and phrases can be spoken in natural, human-sounding voices when the user enters a shortcut on a personal computer (PC) or Tablet PC. OPTIONS: AT&T Natural Voices, Acapela Voices, RealSpeak TTS. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible compute

Nfb Braille Writer Case

The NFB Braille Writer Case is a braille writer accessory designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This sturdy, soft-sided case includes a shoulder strap and is designed to hold the Perkins Brailler (see separate entry).

Nfb Retractable Lighted Magnifier

The NFB Retractable Lighted Magnifier is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by persons with low vision who need extra light to read print. This magnifier features a retractable distortion-free aspheric lens with a magnification strength of 5x, and uses one base-type 2.5-volt light bulb. POWER: Uses two triple-A batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 0.9 x 4 x 1.75 inches. WEIGHT: 2.3 ounces.

Night Call Switch.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Switch suspended over the bed within easy reach to enable a severely disabled person to summon assistance. Extension of a call switch made with a plastic towel holder and cord. Includes drawing. COMMENTS: For information contact: Dr Elmer Hoyer, Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation of Kansas Rehabilitation Engineering Center, 2021 North Old Manor, Wichita, Kansas 67208. SKILLS REQUIRED: Electronics. Assembly. AUTHOR: Call, G; Hoyer, E TITLE: Problem Solv

Niki Talk

Niki Talk is a mobile phone and computer application for children with autism, aphasia, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, stroke or any disability that impairs the ability to communicate. Designed to be a customizable. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, available for iPad, iPhone and Android. Niki Talk plays an album, that is a collection of pictures (including related text and speech) customized to meet the users preferences. Pictures can be organized by categories (verbs, foods, drinks,

Nitewriter

The Nitewriter is a pen with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pen, which can also be used as an emergency flashlight, shines a light on the page in front of the tip. A refill ink cartridge is included. POWER: Uses two triple A batteries (included). COLOR: White or black body.

Nl 100 Induction Neckloop For Powertel Series

The NL 100 Induction Neckloop for PowerTel Series is a small, portable induction loop amplification system designed to allow people who are hard of hearing who use hearing aids equipped with a “T” switch to hear incoming audio from an Amplicom PowerTel series telephone. The NL 100 fits around the user’s neck and connects to the telephone handset. The volume can be amplified up to 26 decibels (dB). The NL 100 has a battery status indicator light and an integrated microphone through which the use

No Touch Talker

The No Touch Talker is a single message communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This motion-sensitive device records up to a 10 second spoken message, and plays it back without physical contact when the device is activated by a slight movement, such as the movement of a finger or toe. A picture or word card can be placed on the unit for a visual message cue. The user can activate this device to seek attention, elicit assistance, or make a commen

No-Hold 2X Magnifying Reader

The No-Hold 2X Magnifying Reader is a magnifying lens with neck strap designed for use by individuals with low or decreased vision. The round magnifier has an adjustable neck strap and two rubber feet that extend from the bottom of the frame to the user's chest, keeping the magnifier in position and leaving the hands free. This lightweight magnifier has an optically ground and polished bioconvex lens that magnifies objects and print to twice their original size. DIMENSIONS: The magnifier is 5 x

Noise Reduction Pad For Braille Writer

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To reduce the noise generated by operating a Braille writer. Cut two rectangular pieces of fabric to match the dimensions of the bottom of the Braille writer. Lay one piece over the other, aligning the matching sides. Sew three of the sides together, similar to a pillowcase. Insert one layer of batting into the resulting pocket and flatten until smooth. Stitch closed the remaining side, and place the pad under the braille writer. Fusible web can be used in place

Noise Sensitive Traffic Light (Model 1830)

The Noise Sensitive Traffic Light, model 1830, is a wall-mounted speech teaching device designed to encourage awareness of sound levels. This unit can be used in individually or in group speech therapy to increase awareness of speech volume as the light changes from red to yellow to green based on volume level. In classrooms and other settings, the device can be used to control noise levels, with the light turning red when noise levels reach unacceptable levels and green when the noise level dec

Nokia Loopset (Models Lps-1, Lps-3, & Lps-4)

The Nokia Loopset is a telephone adapter for hearing aids designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. Worn around the neck, the device interfaces with digital phones for users of T-coil equipped hearing aids. Models LPS-1 and LPS-4 have automatic grade control to ensure correct field strength in the loopset. Model LPS-4 also features an answer/end button, and external audio input depending on the phone model and software version. POWER: Uses power from the telephone.

Nokia Phone Adapter (Models Hda-9 & Hda-10)

The Nokia Phone Adapter, models HDA-9 and HDA-10, is a phone adapter designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The adapter allows individuals to use a text telephone (TT) or telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) with a Nokia telephone on wireless digital networks. It can be used only with compatible TT/TDD devices and headsets.

Non-Slip Writing Board

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with upper extremity disabilities to position papers and write independently. To make this board, cut a 9 x 12 inch rectangle from the fiberboard or plastic, wood, plexiglass, or any non-bendable flat smooth surface material. Glue the rubberized shelf paper or rubber feet to one side of board, creating a non slip surface for the underside of the board. Attach a sturdy bag clip by gluing to the top side of board. VARIATIONS: Use a fiberb

Northwestern Bell Big Button Plus

The Northwestern Bell Big Button Plus is a large button telephone designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. This phone has over-sized buttons with large raised numbers and Braille markings. This phone offers three one-touch emergency buttons, a visual ring indicator, flash, hold, redial and volume control. Other features include a 10-number memory and speakerphone. DIMENSIONS(WxLxH): 6.5 x 8.5 x 3.5 inches. COLOR: Ivory.

Notepager 32 & Notepager Pro

Notepager 32 and Notepager Pro are text messaging and paging programs designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Both programs enable users to send SMS (short messaging service) or text messages from a desktop computer to alphanumeric pagers and cell phones. Messages can be sent to an unlimited number of recipients on a single telecom provider or paging carrier. The length of text messages sent to cellular phones can be monitored so the user does not incur any "over" charge

Nouns & Sounds

Nouns & Sounds is a language tutorial program designed for use by individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, language-learning disabilities, and cochlear implants. This program encourages the development of listening skills, auditory discrimination skills, and short-term auditory and visual memory skills as users match common environmental sounds to appropriate realistic pictures. Using Optimized Intervention technology, the program begins with an assessment to determine which soun

Ntouch Mobile

ntouch Mobile is a video telephony program designed for use by people who are deaf or hard or hearing and use sign language to communicate. ntouch Mobile is designed to be used with the Sorenson Video Relay Service (SVRS). It allows the user to place and receive video relay calls via SVRS to people who have a regular telephone using their cell phone. This program also provides access to SVRS’s SignMail service that delivers messages in ASL using video recordings transmitted to the phone. ntouch

Ntouch Pc

ntouch PC is a video telephony program designed for use by people who are deaf or hard or hearing and use sign language to communicate. ntouch PCis designed to be used with the Sorenson Video Relay Service (SVRS). It allows the user to place and receive video relay calls via SVRS to people who have a regular telephone using their computer. The computer must have a built-in camera or a web cam added to the system. This program also provides access to SVRS’s SignMail service that delivers message

Nu Vision Head-Mounted Video Magnifier

The Nu Vision Head-Mounted Video Magnifier is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier is worn like a pair of glasses with head straps and projects an enlarged image onto two liquid crystal display (LCD) screens in front of the eyes. It can also be worn over top of a pair of regular glasses or connected to a television, computer, digital camera, or other electronic device. It magnifies up to five times at optical infinity and up to 10 times at reading dist

Nuance Talks

Nuance TALKS is voice output software for cell phones and PDAs (personal digital assistants), designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The software runs on mobile phones from Nokia and other manufacturers that use the Symbian operating system, and provides speech output for cell phone settings, contact directories, caller ID, text messages, help files, the Nokia Web browser, and other functions. It also supports external braille input/output devices (not included) and ma

Nuance Zooms

Nuance ZOOMS is a cell phone display magnifier program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program magnifies the displays of Symbian Series 60 handsets. It can magnify the full screen area from 1.5 up to 4 times. In Distributed Views mode, the screen is divided into several areas to display various elements simultaneously, magnified to double their original size. As the user scrolls through a menu or list, the program magnifies each item along with some of the surrounding area.

Nursealert

NurseAlert is an emergency alert system designed for use in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. This system plugs into an existing nurse call system. It includes a wireless transmitter worn by the resident. If a fall occurs, the resident presses the wireless transmitter to activate the nurse call system. An audible tone assures the resident that the system is summoning help. This system allows a resident to call for help even when they are out of bed and at a distance from the nurse call b

Nutone Wireless Doorbell With Strobe

The Nutone Wireless Doorbell with Strobe is a doorbell signal monitor designed to provide sound enhancement and signaling of a doorbell ring to persons with hearing disabilities. This monitor is portable and requires no special wiring. The receiver can be placed in any room so the chime can be heard. The set includes one receiver and one push-button transmitter. The unit offers a choice of an eight-note chime, a two-note chime, or a single-note tone, all with a 10-second strobe. RANGE: Signal ca

Nuvox Portable Phone Amplifier (Model 978)

Telephone amplifier fits only phones with round speaker (not Trimline style, General or any of the shielded types). No installation, elastic strap holds unit to phone. Amplifies sounds without using hearing aid. Amplification is controlled with build-in adjustable volume control, enabling user to adjust to comfortable level. Can be carried in pocket or purse. Portable. 4 ounces. Battery included. Case constructed of virgin black plastic.

Nylon Strap

The Nylon Strap is a carrying aid for a communicator designed for use as a by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The adjustable strap snaps in two different lengths and features a key ring on the plastic snap hook. The strap is designed to go around a belt or wheeelchair armrest and clips onto a communication book that has a grommet hole.

Oakland Schools Picture Dictionary

The Oakland Schools Picture Dictionary is a collection of over 600 simple line drawings which may be used for communication or language training. Three sizes of drawings are provided, and an alphabetical and categorical index are provided so that symbols may be located quickly. DIMENSIONS: 0.5, 1, or 2-inch squares.

Oasis Audiobooks

Oasis Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books include abridged and unabridged titles in audio cassette or CD format. Titles include Bibles and inspirational books with a Christian theme; children's books, including the Boxcar Children series by Gertrude Chandler Warner; adult fiction by authors such as Andy Andrews and Ted Dekker; books on health such as the Bible Cure series by Dr. Don Colbert and The Jerusalem Diet by Ted Haggard; a

Object Calendar

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To create an object calendar or symbol shelf that can be used in developing and expanding communication with children with intellectual and/or communication disabilities. First, determine what activities the child enjoys, or if using the object calendar for steps of an activity such as grooming, determine the steps within the specific activity. Second, plan a sequence including several of these activities or steps. Third, select obvious objects or parts of obj

Object Display Switch

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals who cannot successfully comprehend and/or use augmentative displays for communication to communicate. With the use of this switch display, a user receives auditory reinforcement, while alerting another person to the attempt to communicate. The adaptation is an object display box with a switch under its cover. The box mounts to a wall with industrial Velcro. The device is then connected to a Switch Module. The Switch Module is a self-cont

Obr Optical Braille Recognition

OBR is an optical Braille recognition program designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. This program reads Braille characters and converts Braille hard copy into text or formatted Braille files. A Braille document is placed on a scanner and scanned by OBR, which either converts the document into text or saves it to disk as a formatted Braille file. The formatted Braille files created by OBR can also be sent to a Braille printer, allowing OBR to function as a Braille c

Octobraille & Octobraillevisual Braille Fonts

OctoBraille and OctoBrailleVisual are braille fonts designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These TrueType braille fonts can be used to produce visual braille in design or word processing applications, including the Sensus PharmaBraille braille translation application for pharmaceutical labels (see separate entry). The font sets include all 256 braille characters in an 8-dot braille figure, including the standard 64 braille characters in the 6-dot braille system. OctoBr

Off The Hook

Off the Hook is an emergency alert system designed for use in independent living and assisted living facilities. It is a retrofit system that connects to an existing phone system that already has a Knock the Phone Off the Hook feeature that notifies the front desk whenever a resident's phone is off the hook. The system includes a wireless necklace pendant that is worn by each resident. In case of an emergency, activating the pendant button takes the resident's phone off the hook electronically,

Off We Go - Going On A Plane

Off We Go - Going on a Plane is an independent living skills, personal skills, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children who have cognitive, communication or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help prepare a child for travelling on a plane. The child will see what is likely to happen and hear some of the typical sounds that they would hear during their journey t

Off We Go - Going On A Plane Hd

Off We Go - Going on a Plane HD is an independent living skills, personal skills, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children who have cognitive, communication or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent to use their Apple iPad to help prepare a child for travelling on a plane. The child will see what is likely to happen and hear some of the typical sounds that they would hear during their journey through stories told

Off We Go - Going To The Dentist

Off We Go - Going to the Dentist is an independent living skills, personal skills, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children who have cognitive, communication or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help prepare a child for going to the dentist. The child will see what is likely to happen and hear some of the typical sounds that they would hear during the visit th

Off We Go - Going To The Dentist Hd

Off We Go - Going to the Dentist HD is an independent living skills, personal skills, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents working with children who have cognitive, communication or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent to use their Apple iPad to help prepare a child for going to the dentist. The child will see what is likely to happen and hear some of the typical sounds that they would hear during the visit through stories told

Officemate

OfficeMate is a switch adapted Bluetooth device designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or severe physical disabilities. This device is a switch adapted multipoint Bluetooth headset that allows the user to switch between cell phone and computer use with a single headset. The unit is adapted with a 1/8-inch audio mono jack on a wire lead for use with standard ability switch or wheelchair ECU port. DIMENSIONS: The wire lead is 12 inches long.

Ohtsuki Bt-5000 Braille/print Printer

The Ohtsuki Printer is a dual braille / print printing system capable of producing parallel lines of braille and standard ink print for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The user sends the printer a grade 1 or grade 2 braille file via a computer's serial or parallel port, and the printer can print only standard ink print (dot matrix), only braille, or both types on alternate lines. The speed of printing is slightly lower when both types are used. Grade 2 braille can also be printed,

Old Macdonald's Farm Deluxe

Old MacDonald's Farm Deluxe is a language tutorial program designed for use with young children communication, cognitive, upper extrmity, and vision disabilities, as well as developmental delays. This program offers a variety of activities including the song with real pictures or cartoons, animal sounds, dot-to-dot, matching animals to line drawings, matching mothers to babies, matching animals to words, and two printable onscreen books. This program utilizes switch operation, inverse switch ope

Old Macdonald's Farm Overlays

Teach Me to Talk Overlays are language tutorial program overlays designed for use with Intellikeys (see separate entry). The hybrid CD-ROM includes all 45 overlayss necessary to use the Old MacDonald's Farm Deluxe (see separate entry) program with Intellikeys. Also included are key codes and graphics for designing custom overlays. The overlays can also be adapted for games and other activities. COMPATIBILITY: The hybrid CD-ROM includes versions for use on Macintosh and IBM and compatible compute

Olympia (Model Mv2X)

Olympia, model MV2X, is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It features a built-in LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, and can also be connected to any compatible television monitor. Magnification levels are 3.3, 6, and 10 times original size in picture mode; 4.3, 7.8, and 13 times in wide screen mode; and 8.6, 15.6, 26 times in Max Magnification mode. Other features include adjustable brightness; a tilted screen to reduce glare; and a choice of positive,

Omni Lite

The Omni Lite is a wireless microphone designed to provide amplification for individuals who are hard of hearing. It is a conpletely self-contained, portable classroom amplification system with absolutely no wires. The Omni Lite is lightweight, durable, economical and has an auxiliary output and input. POWER: A/C powered. WARRANTY: One year limited.

Omni Page & Omni Page Ii

The Omni page and the Omni Page II are paging systems designed for person-to-person or device-to-person communication for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It allows an individual to communicate with another individual or to be alerted to a signal from an electronic device, such as a smoke detector, telephone, sound monitor, or doorbell. The system is comprised of three units: a receiver, a transmitter, and a charger. The wireless receiver unit attaches easily to a belt or pocket and

Omni Petite

The Omni Petite is a wireless microphone designed to provide amplification for individuals who are hard of hearing. It is a conpletely self-contained, portable classroom amplification system that has absolutely no wires. The system includes a wireless FM transmitter with one uni-directionsl lavalier microphone for transmitter, portable Omni-petite receiver/amplfier with one speaker and auxiliary input, and one battery charger for receiver/amplifier. POWER: Rechargeable battery works up to 35 hou

Omnifer

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of duel-purpose cover for the Apple iPad™ that doubles as a Braille reader for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Designed by Jayson D’Alessandro for the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDEA) Awards, The Omnifer is an innovative cover for the iPad that transforms the iPad’s touch screen into Braille. The Omnifer is a light-weight three-panel flip design cover that allows users to switch between Braille mode and standard

Omnipage Pro 14

OmniPage Pro 14 is a voice output optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program converts scanned paper documents into text files in a variety of electronic formats, including Word, XML, HTML, Open e-Book, and PDF (Portable Document Format). Files can be read aloud, and words can be corrected by voice or by typing. The program also converts PDF documents into Microsoft Office documents that preserve formatting. Paper and electr

On The Way To Literacy

On the Way to Literacy is a pre-reading tutorial program designed for children who are blind or have low vision. The program comprises 18 tactile storybooks with text that parents can read aloud and tactile illustrations that children who are blind or have low vision can feel. These tactile storybooks contain information and activities to enhance the development of literacy in young children. Giggly-Wiggly, Snickety-Snick has words on the left-hand page that capture a range of tactile experience

One By Four Talker

The One by Four Talker is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This communicator offers four single-message communicators in a single case. The device can be used as a four-button communication aid or as four separate, wearable one-message devices. Transparent pockets hold picture or word cues on top of the case; users press the cue to activate the corresponding message. Each individual unit offers 10 seconds of recording capability. A

One Take N' Talk (Model 8708)

One Take N' Talk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This device focuses on a specific task; placing an object (not included) on or removing it from the unit activates a 20-second message. Icons may be placed under a removable clear panel. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 11.75 x 2.75 x 7.5 inches.

One Touch Emergency Response System

Portable countertop emergency response system with monitoring service plugs into any telephone jack. Performs 2 to 3 way communication with police, medical, fire department, and/or personal physician. Crucial computer programmed information of subscriber pinpoints aid with 25 seconds of activation anywhere in the U.S. Pendant activated by slight touch of finger or pencil. Pendant transmitter ($150) activates main unit up to 150 feet. Remote units ($150) activate up to 300 feet. In the event of e

One-Step Communication Device

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To assist children with communication disanilities in participating in classromm activities. Talking picture frames were purchased at a local retailer and fitted with pictures appropriate to the activity. The frame is portable and large enough to store a set of pictures. MATERIALS: Recordable talking picture frames and corresponding pictures to fit the frame. AUTHOR: Chambers, M. TITLE: Assistive Technology Ideas that Work. WEB SITE: cenmi.org/mits/downloads/at

One-Touch Dialing Cell Phone

---- DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --------- PURPOSE: To create a do-it-yourself one-touch dialing cell phone to be used by service dogs for individuals with disabilities. First step is to load a mobile phone number into the phone, set the ringer to silent, turn off one-touch answering, and turn on one-touch dialing or speed dial. Set the users mobile phone number into all the one-touch or speed dial so that any one of the number pads can be connected to the modified peg/cloths pin. Next open the cell ph

Onscreen

OnScreen, formerly called My-T-Soft AT, is an on screen keyboard and word prediction program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and fine motor disabilities. The program provides a virtual onscreen keyboard interface with a total of 206 U.S. and international keyboards, including a standard QWERTY layout, an alphabetic "ABC" keyboard, and Dvorak layouts. The edit panel and the numeric keypad are available as separate panels. The "heads-up" display enables the user to keep his or

Onyx Deskset Xl 17, 19 And 22

The Onyx Deskset XL 17, 19, and 22 is a CCTV and video magnifier designed for individuals with low vision. The system's camera is mounted on a telescoping, rotating arm. The camera rotates 350 degrees on a telescopic arm that swings 350 degrees, allowing the user to point it in any direction. Three distinct views are offered: distance view, document view, and self-view. A 17-inch, 19-inch, or widescreen 22-inch flat panel monitor is mounted adjacent to the arm. The monitor can be tilted forward

Onyx Flexible-Arm Pc Edition

The Onyx Flexible-arm PC Edition is a computer-linked video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system's camera is mounted on an omni-directional articulating arm for magnfication up close or at a distance. Magnified images can be viewed on any computer screen through the included USB connector. The system comes with MAGic screen magnfication software (see separate entry) with speech, enabling the user to view magnified camera images and a magnified PC screen at the sa

Onyx Swing -Arm Pc Edition

The ONYX Swing-arm PC Edition is a computer-linked video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Its detachable camera is mounted on a swing arm that is secured to a sturdy base. The camera connects to any computer via the included USB connection, and comes with MAGic screen magnification software (see separate entry) with speech and image-management features, allowing the user to view a magnified PC screen and magnified camera images at the same time using a split screen, or

Open Your Heart America Video Package

The "Open Your Heart America" Video Package is a sign language training program designed to teach American Sign Language for individuals who are deaf. The video is twenty minutes long, divided into two sections. It is closed captioned, and includes lyrics and sign descriptions. One part is a pop anthem music video with an environmental and patriotic theme in which Gaia Tossing sings and signs to a group of urban neighborhood children and an elderly homeless woman, motivating them to positive act

Openbook

OpenBook is an optical character recognition (OCR) program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This scanning and reading software enables users to convert print documents or graphic-based text into an electronic text format using optical character recognition and quality speech. When a page is placd a page in a connected scanner, OpenBook will convert it to speech and read it while displaying large print on a computer monitor. Users can customize how the document ap

Opti-Plus Extra Sturdy Envelope Writing Guide

The Opti-Plus Extra Sturdy Envelope Writing Guide is a writing guide designed for addressing envelopes for individuals with visual disabilities. This unit has Slotted openings to help the users address #10 business-size envelopes. The slots have adequate space for using a bold line writing pen. The unit is made of sturdy plastic with high contrast between the slotted top panel and the solid back panel. The user lifts the top panel and places the envelope on the back panel. Closing the top holds

Opti-Plus Folding Check Writing Guide

The Opti-Plus Folding Check Writing Guide is a check writing guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This sturdy plastic guide has a Hinged frame with cut-out windows. The frame holds the check in place while the user writes within the cut-out windows. The guide fits most standard checks.

Opti-Plus Signature Guide

The Opti-Plus Signature Guide is a signature guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It is a wallet sized plastic guide with a cut-out in the middle to aid in the the proper placement of a signature when signing a document. COLOR: Black.

Optical Head Mouse Kit

The Optical Head Mouse Kit is a communication device accessory designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and upper extremity, severe physical or neurological disabilities. This unit provides access to the communicator when finger touch access or use of other hand controls is not an option. A small reflective dot is placed somewhere on the front of the user's head (typically the forehead) and the Optical Head Mouse tracks the dot movements. Any movement of the dot

Optima Tv Viewing Glasses (Model 301127)

The Optima TV Viewing Glasses, model 301127, are magnifier glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. These lightweight glasses offer 2.1X magnification. The twin lens design allows the wearer to focus each eye independently, while the frosted housing helps to eliminate distracting reflections. Focal distance is 10 inches to infinity with a 20- degree field of view. DIMENSIONS: Lenses are 32 millimeters. WEIGHT: 1.7 ounces.

Optimist Mmx-2 Dynamic Display Device (Models Mmx-2O, Mmx-2C, Mmx-2W, Mmx-2M, Mmx-2B & Mmx-2V)

The Optimist MMX-2 Dynamic Display Device, models MMX-2O, MMX-2C, MMX-2W, MMX-2M, MMX-2B and MMX-2V, is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device is available either preloaded with a choice of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) software packages and speech synthesizers or without software (model MMX-2O) so the user can add their favorites. Available packages include The Grid 2, Acapel

Optimist Mmx-3 Dynamic Display Device (Models Mmx-3O, Mmx-3C, Mmx-3W, Mmx-3M, Mmx-3B & Mmx-3V)

The Optimist MMX-3 Dynamic Display Device, models MMX-3O, MMX-3C, MMX-3W, MMX-3M, MMX-3B and MMX-3V, is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device is available either preloaded with a choice of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) software packages and speech synthesizers or without software (model MMX-3O) so the user can add their favorites. Available packages include The Grid 2, Acapel

Optivisor

Precision binocular headband magnifier reduces eye strain, allows three dimensional vision. Can be worn over prescription or safety eyeglasses. Optical glass prismatic lenses are bevel edged and mounted in interchangeable plastic frame. Adjustable pivots allow ABS high impact visor to be tilted out of the way. Adjustable headband, fabricated from lightweight ABS material, fits all head sizes. Six lens powers provide a magnification range from 1 1/2 times at 20 inches to 3 1/2 times at 4 inches.

Optivisor

The Optivisor is a binocular headband magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Precision binocular headband magnifier reduces eye strain, allows three dimensional vision, and can be worn over prescription or safety eyeglasses. Optical glass prismatic lenses are bevel edged and mounted in interchangeable plastic frame. Adjustable pivots allow ABS high impact visor to be tilted out of the way. Adjustable headband, fabricated from lightweight ABS material, fits all head sizes. Six

Optron I-Stick

The Optron i-Stick is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a color camera and can be used with a laptop computer or a computer monitor. It provides magnification at a classroom desk or at the board in an auditorium, and can be carried from classroom to classroom and from building to building. The TwistCam camera has flexible positioning so that the picture on the screen is always level and upright at any angle for left- or right-handed use

Optron Mobile

The Optron Mobile is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a color camera on a modular swivel arm. The TwistCam can be used for distance viewing with 360-degree surround view capability. The camera height can be lowered by half. Image adjustment features include negative image; high contract colors; contrast/ brightness; and auto focus, with auto focus lock capability. The magnifier comes with a carrying case for travel and storage.

Optron Observer

The Optron Observer is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier's color autofocus camera can be turned to provide the user with a view of surroundings at an unlimited distance beyond the desk. TwistCam technology allows a look in any direction with an always upright and level image on the monitor. The camera's tilt function can provide a view of the user's workspace or the area beyond the user's immediate work area. Display features include negativ

Optron Pct

Optron PCT is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This video magnifier can be used with a television, a standard computer monitor, or an LCD monitor. It can also be connected to a desktop or laptop computer. It can be used at a desktop work area or for viewing a blackboard, overhead projector, or flipchart. Its color autofocus CCD camera can be rotated to almost any angle on a swivel arm. The camera has an 18 times zoom and can be rotated to almost any angle while

Optron Pro

The Optron Pro is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The magnifier is VGA compatible for integration into the electronic work environment. It also features an adjustable line reader and a built-in LED reading light. Its color autofocus camera is mounted on a a modular arm which allows the camera to be positioned at a higher or lower level, with TwistCam technology and 360-degree distance viewing. Display features include negative image, contrast and bright

Optron Vision

Optron Vision is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by indidviduals with low vision. This unit has a work area large enough for the user to work on two projects at the same time. Its camera is positioned high on a steel swivel arm for use in activities such as writing, crafting, or mechanical work. It has a color camera with a wide zoom range and various high-contrast image adjustments. The unit is also portable and lightweight and has a high-contrast control panel.

Opus Braille Font Pack

The Opus Braille Font Pack is a braille font package designed for printing simulated braille to aid in the creation of braille documents and educational materials for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program contains seven braille fonts. These TrueType fonts are easy to install and will print on virtually any dot-matrix, inkjet, or laser printer. They include braille alone and braille combined with standard type above or below the braille. They can be displayed or printed at any

Oral And Written Language Scales (Owls)

The Oral and Written Language Scales (OWLS) is an assessment designed for use in evaluation of children with communication, learning, or speech disabilities. This individually administered assessment includes a Listening Comprehension Scale (LCS) that measures receptive language skills; an Oral Expression Scale (OES) that measures expressive language skills; and a Written Expression scale (WE). The OWLS LC/OE and WE Complete Test Kit has all three scales and the OWLS LC/OE Kit includes the two o

Oratio

Oratio is a cell phone screen reader designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Designed for use with BlackBerry smartphones, Oratio allows the BlackBerry user to manage instant messaging, emails, SMS and MMS; make and receive calls with access to caller ID on incoming calls; manage the contacts list and the call log; schedule appointments and tasks with alarms and reminders; and access the phone's settings, ring tones and speed dials. Oratio features an auto start mode wh

OrCam MyEye 2

OrCam MyEye 2 is a wearable assistive technology device for the blind and visually impaired, that reads text from newspapers, books, menus, signs, product labels, screens, and can recognizes faces, and identifies products. It responds to simple hand gestures and has more than 20 voice commands. The OrCam magnetically mounts onto any glasses frame, is able to identify products and read labels as well as barcodes. When it identifies faces it does so in real time and announces the recognition. It i

Orderassist

OrderAssist is a call signal and communication aid for the deaf designed for use by restaurant and drive-through restaurant customers who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have speech or communication disabilities. At the drive-through, the customer reviews the menu board and then uses the included BigBell transmitter (see separate entry) to alert the staff with a tone signal that the customer will be pulling forward and ordering in an alternative way. OrderAssist includes customized forms and

Original Gobible

The Original GoBible is a recorded book and voice output recorded book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This handheld, portable MP3 audio device is preloaded with an audio version of the entire Christian Bible, including both Old and New Testaments. All content, over 70 hours of audio, has been downloaded onto the unit. An interactive on-screen menu with voice output enables the user to scroll through the Old and New Testaments and select a book, chapter,

Orthocare Wanchik's Writer ##2

The Orthocare Wanchik's Writer ##2 is a pen or pencil holder, or orthotic writing aid, that provides wrist support on the dorsal (top) surface of the forearm, wrist and hand, and full support of the index finger in a flexed writing position. Two Velcro straps secure the orthosis at the forearm and wrist. SIZES: Available in left and right hand models; Small (##4036, ##4037) and Large (##4038, ##4039).

Outgoing Speech Amplified Telephone With Photo Memory Speed Dials (Model Hd40S)

The Outgoing Speech Amplified Telephone with Photo Memory Speed Dials, model HD40S, is a speech amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities or mild hearing loss. This phone amplifies the outgoing voice up to 40 decibels (dB) while digitally enhancing voice clarity with minimal distortion, echo effects and static. Incoming sounds can be amplified up to 18 dB on the hearing aid-compatible handset. The phone has nine photo memory buttons for one-touch dialing. Call

Oval Talking Keychain 2 Pack (Black and White)

The Oval Talking Keychain 2 Pack (Black and White) is a voice output digital alarm clock designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These Oval Talking Keychains are ¼ inch Black numbers on an LCD display. Female Voice. LCD and audio time report. Alarm. Hourly time announcement. Uses 2 LR44 batteries (included.)

Oval Window Portable Info-Loop Induction System With External Clip Mic

The Induction Loop System with External Clip Mic is a communication device designed for those individuals with t-coil hearing aids, cochlear implants and induction loop receivers. This product works best in one-on-one situations, i.e. customer service counters, information booths, meetings, vehicles, and personal use. Includes Alternative Current adapter/charger and choice of omni-directional microphone with 10ft cord OR counter-top microphone. Nominal range is 4-5 feet from the front of the uni

Ovation

Ovation is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Its flatbed scanner accommodates newspapers, books, and magazines. Documents are scanned, stored in files, and converted to audio output. Users can move through documents by page, paragraph, or sentence. Up to 500,000 pages can be stored, with up to 20 pages per individual file. File names can be recorded in the user's own voice. Playback features include fast forward, rewind, electronic b

Over 40 Magnifier And Flashlight

Over 40 Magnifier and Flashlight is a video magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a magnifying glass for people who have difficulty seeing. The program has modes for people who are left-handed and right-handed as well as a "Full Screen" mode. In any of the modes, the user selects the zoom, or magnification strength, from 1x to 10x by touching the “Zoom” icon on the screen. For users with an i

Over The Neck Magnifier

The Over the Neck Magnifier is a magnifying lens with neck strap designed for individuals with low vision. This magnifier features high power 1.5 times optical magnification lens with 3 times magnification bifocal insert. It comes with an adjustable neck cord and soft legs that allow it to rest on the chest. DIMENSIONS: The lens is 4 inches in diameter.

Over-The-Lap Bookrest

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with low vision to support reading material at the needed height for reading. The user would use pillows on her lap to elevate reading material when away from a book or table, but this solution did not provide sufficient stability. A specially-designed height-adjustable platform was created. A plywood platform padded with firm foam and covered with vinyl was mounted on a frame made of lightweight aluminum. The frame has two L-shaped supports con

Overbed Table Mount

The Overbed Table Mount is an overbed table designed to provide accessibility to a communication device for individuals with severe physical disabilities while in bed, a geri chair, or wheelchair. The mount's table can be adjusted vertically by depressing a small hand actuator and allowing the spring assisted mechanism to lift the entire table surface to the desired level. The ComLink communicator attaches to the table using a U-tube that is sized with a diameter identical to other FRS mount sys

Overlay Designer Pro

Overlay Designer Pro is a symbolic language picture creation programs designed for use with individuals with communication or cognitive disabilities or with autism. It is intended for use with the AMDi Smart series of communicators (see separate entries). This software has a large set of pre-designed templates for the creation of communication pages and boards. It includes more than 15,000 SymbolStix symbols developed for communication, 16,000 other symbol sets and 1,500 Tech Syms as well as pre

Owl Wallet Magnifier & Light

The OWL Wallet Magnifier & Light is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lens offers 3x magnification and lights up at the press of a button (no battery needed). DIMENSIONS: 2.25 x 3.38 x .08 inches. WEIGHT: 0.5 ounce. WARRANTY: 90 days.

Oxygen Adapter (Model Pma 2000)

The Oxygen Adapter, model PMA 2000, is a tracheostomy tube accessory designed for use by individuals who have tracheostomies. This small, lightweight adapter clips to the Passy-Muir Tracheostomy and Ventilator Speaking Valves (see separate entry), models PMV 2000 and PMV 2001, and permits easy inhalation of low flow supplemental oxygen and humidity. Oxygen is delivered in front of the intake side of the valve, avoiding the complications associated with delvering oxygen behind the valve membrane,

P.i.a.f. (Pictures In A Flash)

P.I.A.F. ("Pictures in a Flash") is a tactile graphics embosser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. P.I.A.F. is a controlled heat source for the automatic development of heat sensitive tactile graphics paper, known as capsule paper. It enables high quality tactile graphics to be made quickly and easily for use at in education, orientation and mobility training, at work, and at home.

P3 Mobile

P3 Mobile is a video-based telephone relay system for deaf and hard-of-hearing users to place and receive VRS and VP calls over a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. The user has the option to be connected to an operator who then reads the messages to the recipient and transcribes their messages back to the user. In addition, the user also has the option to communicate and record a video message via sign for the recipient if they are not available. Updates to the P3 Mobile include faster sign

Pac Mate Bns

The PAC Mate BNS is a personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This Pocket PC device has an eight-dot braille keyboard and utilizes JAWS for Windows (see separate entry) for braille and speech output. It provides access to Windows-based desktop data and software applications, and can run Pocket PC versions of popular software programs to manage information internally or to sync up and share data with other devices. With the addition of a

Pac Mate Tns

PAC Mate TNS is a personal digital assistant (PDA) designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This Pocket PC device has an alphabetic keyboard and utilizes JAWS for Windows (see separate entry) for speech output. The alphabetic keyboard uses standard JAWS commands. The device provides access to everyday Windows-based desktop data and software applications, and can run Pocket PC versions of popular software programs to manage information internally or sync up and share data

Pacapaca

PACAPACA (Personal Augmentative Alternative Communication Aid) is a communicator program designed for use by children or adults with communication disabilities. This program is available in Hebrew and multilingual versions for PDAs (personal digital assistants), mobile devices, and desktop computers. The program uses a pre-defined dictionary of words along with their speech sounds. Each word in the dictionary is assigned to one of 8 available categories. The user sees the list in a standard layo

Page Magnifier (Model 15041)

The Page Magnifier, model 15041, is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The Page Magnifier's lens is encased in a frame with a handle on one end. It magnifies a full page of most books or magazines. The magnifier can also be used when working on hobbies, looking up telephone numbers, scanning maps, examining floor plans or reading recipes. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 11.75 x 7.5 inches. COLOR: Black frame.

Page Restrainer.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Devices to clamp on either side of an open book to hold it open. Describes construction of a page holder made of a paper clamp, wire from a coathanger, a 1/4 inch nut and bolt, and a rubber band. Includes drawings and photograph. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. AUTHOR: Grainger, S E TITLE: Making Aids for Disabled Living REF: North Pomfret, Vermont: Batsford: p 21-23 NARIC CALL NUMBER: R1126 PAGES (including cover): 4 1981.

Page Turner

The Page Turner is a hand held page turner designed for use by individuals with limited hand function or grasping, fine motor or other upper extremity disabilities. This page turner features a hand clip with long curved aluminum bar tipped with a rubber end. It has an ergonomic handle, and it can flip pages made of most types of paper, including heavy coated paper.

Page Turner

The Page Turner with Tacky Pad is a hand held page turner designed for use by individuals with limited hand function or fine motor, grasping or other upper extremity disabilities. This page turner attaches around the user's fingers, hand, forearm or foot with the attached tacky pad facing the page. The user presses the tacky pad against the page to be turned, then pulls and releases. A rigid extension on the end aids in page turning and prevents the page from turning back. The device is latex fr

Page Turner (Model F73216)

The Page Turner, model 73216, is designed to allow persons with limited dexterity to flip pages without using the fingers. This polystyrene plastic baton with palmar clip has a wide, rubber foam tip. DIMENSIONS: 11 x 1 1/8 inches.

Page Turner / Keyboard Aid

The Page Turner / Keyboard Aid is a combination hand held page turner and typing stick designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This device consists of a clear, tapered, curved wand attached to a strong plastic hand clip. The foam rubber tip on the wand can be used to turn book or magazine pages or to strike keys on a keyboard; the curve of the wand features a foam rubber pad for use in turning lards sheets. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 10 x 1.25 inches.

Page Turner And Cuff (Model 73216-0136)

The Page Turner and Cuff, model 73216-0136, is a hand held page turner that consists of a lightweight cuff attached to a wooden dowel with a rubber friction tip. The cuff fits on the user's hand by means of a D-ring and Velcro closure.

Page Turner.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Simple device that allows pages to be separated and turned by a person with limited reach or manual dexterity. Page turner made with a piece of wire coathanger with a cork on each end. On one end the cork is rounded on top and a rubber thimble is pulled onto it, and a thumb tack is pushed part way into the side of the cork just below the thimble. Includes drawings. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. AUTHOR: Grainger, S E TITLE: Making Aids for Disabled Living

Page Turner.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device enables individual to turn pages of a book unassisted. Paper clips are attached to each page of book and a piece of thread is slipped through each paper clip. The thread is wound around spool placed at the side of book. A rod is fastened to the spool. To use page turner, individual turns or swats at rod which will wind up thread and turn page. Includes photograph. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. AUTHOR: New York University Bellevue Medical Center Ins

Page Turning Device.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to turn the pages of a book for someone with limited hand function. Illustrates a page turner made with a spring type (flexible) doorstop with a rubber tip screwed onto the end of a length of dowel or broom handle for varying sized pages. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. AUTHOR: Independence Factory TITLE: How to Make it Cheap Manual: Volume 2 REF: Middletown, Ohio: Independence Factory: p 5 NARIC CALL NUMBER: R1182 PAGES ( including cover): 2 1980.

Pagebot For Kindle 2

The PageBot for Kindle 2 is a switch interface for the Amazon Kindle 2 electronic book reader designed for use by individuals with neurological disabilities, spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, arthritis, or repetitive strain injury. This switch interface works with all models of Amazon's 2nd Generation Kindle, including both the domestic (U.S.) wireless and international wireless models

Pagebot For Kindle Dx

The PageBot for Kindle DX is a switch interface for the Amazon Kindle eBook reader, designed for use by individuals with neurological disabilities, spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, arthritis, or repetitive strain injury. This switch interface works with all models of Amazon’s Kindle DX, including both of the original white models. It enable individuals who cannot hold the Kindle or pr

Pagebot For Kindle Keyboard

The PageBot for Kindle Keyboard is a control switch interface for the Amazon Kindle electronic book reader, designed for use by individuals with neurological disabilities, spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, arthritis, or repetitive strain injury. This switch interface works with all models of Amazon’s 3rd Generation Kindle, including the international wireless, WiFi, and Special Offer m

PagePal Page Holder

The PagePal Page Holder is designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. The device is indented to be used as a reading accessory to help keep pages open on a book. The holder can be used while standing, sitting, or lying down making it easier for the user. Additionally, the PagePal holder is made of American Walnut with a warm smooth texture design. 

Pal Assessment

The PAL (Picture Assisted Library) Assessment is a language development assessment program designed for use with children who have cognitive, communication or learning disabilities or autism. The program is a comprehensive, criterion-referenced test that allows a teacher to sequentially identify literacy milestones and behaviors. Using the PAL Assessment, teachers can assess receptive and expressive language skills, including identification and use of symbols, print awareness, emerging reading a

Palatometer (Model 6300)

The Palatometer, model 6300, is a speech training and analysis program for individuals with functional articulation disorders, hearing impairment, cleft palete, cerebral palsy, or motor speech disorders. The computer-assisted system uses electropalatography for articulation assessment and treatment by providing real-time, visual feedback of lingual-palatal contact. A special artificial palate with an array of 96 sensors, worn by the client intraorally, detects tongue contact and the Palatometer

Palm Com (Model 3068)

The Palm Com, model 3068, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This communicator can be used in the palm of the hand, clipped to a belt, or attached to a refrigerator or wall. It can also be used alone or in sets. Features include 10 seconds of recording time; belt clip, magnet, and key ring connector on back; on/off switch; and volume control. The unit can be re-recorded as needed. POWER: Uses 3 triple-A batteries. DIME

Palm Say It Play It (Model 9121)

The Palm Say It Play It, model 9121, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The device consists of a large textured switch on a palm rest. The user rests his/her hand on the base; applying slight pressure on the top, bottom, left side, or right side of the switch plays one of four recorded messages. A device plugged into the built-in jack can also be activated. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 3.5

Panasonic 4 Track Player With Variable Speed

The Panasonic 4 Track Player with Variable Speed is a four-track cassette player and two-track cassette player/recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This four-track player uses earphones only and has no external speaker. It features variable speed control, fast forward and rewind, and comes with a belt clip. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 4.5 x 1.125 x 3.5 inches. WEIGHT: 5 ounces.

Panasonic Classmate Four Track Cassette Player-Recorder

The Panasonice Classmate Four Track Cassette Player-Recorder is designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It plays and records four track cassettes at 1 7/8 and 15/16 speeds, and is a tone indexer. It has a built-in stereo microphone and an external microphone jack. It also has a built-in mono speaker and comes with headphones. Other features include variable speed control for output, a pause control, and a tape counter. Print and cassette instructions are included. POWER

Panaview Binoculars

The Panaview Binoculars are binocular magnifiers designed to assist individuals with low vision to watch television. They focus down to normal TV viewing distances (8 to 9 feet) and provide a magnified image of the entire screen of a 30-inch TV.The Panaview Binocular can be used in a reclining position. Individuals with good vision can use Panaview Binoculars for watching live theater and sports. The field width of the Panaview is up to 3 times that of conventional binoculars.

Paperback Holder, The

The Paperback Holder is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome, upper extremity arthritis, and upper extremity disabilities. Made of foam and covered in soft animal-print fabric, this lightweight bookholder accommodates standard and oversized paperback books, as well as soft cover textbooks and magazines. The metal arms of the holder adjust to the thickness of the book and have protective tips to prevent damage to the pages. The unit can be used at a table or ot

Paperweight Magnifier (Models 4470 & 4370)

Paperweight magnifier. Clear plastic cube with molded plastic lens in center. Paperweight with 4X magnification has 2 1/2 inch diameter aspheric lens, 3 inch square field. 8X magnification 1 inch diameter aspheric lens, 3 inch square field.

Papootouch

The PapooTouch is a handheld direct selection and symbolic communicator designed for people with communication and speech disabilities. This communicator also functions as an MP3 and digital video player. The PapooTouch features a 4.3-inch touchscreen (480 x 272 pixels) with 16 million colors. It is usable with one or two hands. The user can use either the on-screen keyboard or symbol grids to form phrases and sentences that are spoken by the PapooTouch. Grids can include pictures provided by

Papootouch+

The PapooTouch+ is a handheld direct selection, scanning and symbolic communicator designed for use with one or two switches (not included). The PapooTouch Plus is intended for use by people with communication and speech disabilities who also have fine motor, neurological, upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or other conditions, such as cerebral palsy, brain injury, stroke or multiple sclerosis, that may affect one's ability to hold the device and operate its touch screen. This commu

Paragraph Practice Series

Paragraph Practice Series is a writing program that give students with learning disabilities a strategy for writing paragraphs. It is designed to help students who have difficulty when faced with a standardized-test prompt, journal topic, or essay question in deciding what to write, how much to write, and what order to write in. This series gives students a strategy for writing paragraphs with these reproducible binders. 

Parent Early Childhood Education Series (Models 7-96200, 7-96201, 5-96201 & 5-96202)

The Parent Early Childhood Education Series is a set of training materials designed to provide instruction for developing critical skills for parents and teachers of children who are visually disabled. It consists of nine activity sheets each of which describes specific techniques parents can use to help their visually disabled child achieve maximum growth in a key developmental area. Activity areas include cognitive skills, communication, eating skills, emotional development, general suggestion

Park Electronic Artificial Larynx

Park Electronic Artificial Larynx is a speaking aid that supplements lost or insufficient vocal tone. The user places a cylindrical hand-held vibrating unit against the throat. The vibrations pass up through the mouth and nasal cavities and can be articulated into speech. Volume and tone controls are located on the unit. POWER: Rechargeable battery. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 1.5 inches in diameter. WEIGHT: 7 ounces.

Park Speech Amplifier

Park Speech Amplifier is a small battery-powered portable amplifier. Connected to the amplifier are a microphone that the user speaks into and a speaker that broadcasts the amplified voice. Three microphone models are available: hand-held ($270.00), throat ($270.00) or headset ($320.00). DIMENSIONS: 4 x 2.25 x 1.14 inches. WEIGHT: 4 ounces.

Parrott Talkpro Ct1

The Parrott TalkPro CT1 is a voice input computer control interface and telephone headset designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision or upper extremity or severe physical disabilities. This monoaural speech recognition headset includes a computer/telephone switchbox, a Gentex microphone, and a pendant with Quick Disconnect, and is designed for users of computer audio applications who also work on the phone. The user can switch the headset microphone between computer and

Parrott Talkpro Ct2

The Parrott TalkPro CT2 is a voice input computer terminal control interface and telephone headset designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision or upper extremity or severe physical disabilities. This binaural headset comes with a Gentex microphone, a computer/telephony switchbox, and a pendant with Quick Disconnect, and is designed for users of computer audio applications who also work on the phone. The user can switch the headset microphone between computer and telephon

Parsons Adjustable Book Buddy (Model 16H153)

The Parsons Adjustable Book Buddy, model 16H153, is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or who spend long periods reading in bed. This bookholder assists persons having difficulty holding a book or magazine in an open position. The frame is made of epoxy-coated stee tubing and the unit has a clear Lexan reading platform with an adjustable ledge. It comes with an elasticized strap to hold the book open to the desired page. The ledge and the angle are fu

Partner One / Stepper

The Partner One/Stepper is a direct selection sequential communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or cognitive disabilities. On this one-button sequential-messaging communication aid, messages are programmed in a preset order and played back in succession. Any number of steps can be recorded within the allotted recording time of 60 seconds. The recorded sequence can also be played in reverse order. The unit is lightweight and portable, and comes with input/output jacks, vo

Partner/one, Partner/two, & Partner/four

Partner / One, Partner / Two, and Partner / Four are direct selection communicators designed for individuals with communication disabilities. These self-contained augmentative communication devices have one, two, or four buttons with interchangeable picture overlays that play recorded messages when pressed. Partner/One has one button with 32 seconds of memory, Partner/Two has two buttons with 16 seconds of memory each, and Partner/Four has four buttons with 8 seconds of memory for each message.

Pass Panic Alarm Signaling Switch

The Pass Panic Alarm Signaling Switch is a call signal designed for use by seniors or individuals with neurological, mobility, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This device is designed to be installed where people need to signal for help or assistance. It consists of a press-at-any-point switch strip that can be operated by the touch of a finger, hand, elbow or arm. This switch can be used in hospitals, residential care facilities or public buildings.

Passy-Muir Tracheostomy And Ventilator Speaking Valves (Models Pmv 005, Pmv 007, Pmv 2000, Pmv 2001, & Pmv 2020)

Passy-Muir Tracheostomy and Ventilator Speaking Valves are assistive speech devices designed for use by individuals with tracheostomies or who use ventilators. These small, lightweight one-way valves attach to tracheostomy tubes and allow the inflow and outflow of air so users can speak without manual occlusion. Each valve fits most standard permanent or disposable trach tubes and is packaged in a color-coded patient care kit. Each kit includes one valve, one storage container, one clinical inst

Patient Sentinel (Model 3130)

A signaling device to call for attendant assistance. when activated it emits a pulsing electronic tone designed to be effective in moderately noisy envirnments. Three operating modes. In two of these modes the user turns the Sentinel both on and off. The third mode permits the user to turn the Sentinel on, but requires an attendant to turn it off. Powered by an internal 9 volt battery. A flashing light on front of unit indicates when battery needs replacement. May be operated by an independent s

Patterns Prebraille Program (Model 6-78360-00)

The Patterns Prebraille Program, model 6-78360-00, is a prereading tutorial program designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This program is designed to prepare children to begin braille reading by helping to build their auditory, tactual, conceptual, and language skills. The program emphasizes exposure to a variety of common childhood experiences. The program comes with a teacher's manual, instructions for making tactual readiness books, and five Patterns Prebraille Form B

Patterns Primary Braille Spelling And English Program (Models 6-78362-00, 6-78363-00, 6-78371-00, 6-78372-00, 6-78380-00, 6-78381-00, 6-78389-00, & 6-78390-00)

The Patterns Primary Braille Spelling and English Program is a spelling and language skills tutorial program designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This series is a companion to the Patterns Primary Braille Reading Program (see separate entry). There are four levels in the program. Level A (model 6-78362-00 Print Teacher's Kit and model 6-78363-00 Braille Teacher's Kit) corresponds to the Readiness, Preprimer, and Primer levels of the Patterns reading program. Level B (mo

Patterns Reading Program Library Series (6-78300-00, 6-78310-00, 6-78320-00, 6-78330-00, & 6-78340-00)

The Patterns Reading Program Library Series is a collection of braille books designed for use by students who are blind or have low vision. Each collection in the series is designed for children who have completed the corresponding level of the Patterns Primary Braille Reading Program (see separate entry). There are 24 braille books in the Pre-primer collection (model 6-78300-00), 27 braille books in the Primer collection (model 6-78310-00), 23 braille books in the First Reader collection (model

Paws Signs Stories

Paws Signs Stories is an American Sign Language (ASL) training program designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. It consists of a computer software CD-ROM with five stories and 15 educational games (three for each story). The stories are designed to teach early ASL skills, including visual discrimination, facial expression, sign location, and signs accompanied by movement (classifiers). The stories use repetition, patterned language, and predictable structure to encourage ear

Pay Phone Shelf-Top Tty (Model St-120)

The Pay Phone Shelf-Top TTY is a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) designed to work with any public telephone. This device works with most types of public telephones and popular enclosures, and has no affect on the use of the telephone by the hearing public. Designed for use in public areas and buildings where vandalism is not a concern, the unit is designed to be connected accousically to the pay phone or installed by a professional installer for direct connection; the unit is inten

Payphone Tty (Model: K-Pptty)

The Payphone TTY is a pay telephone device for the deaf (TDD)designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have speech disabilities. This low profile TTY may be mounted on an existing pay phone. Available with or without a cabinet, this high-tech, stainless steel unit consists of a vandal-proof, sealed keyboard (to resist spilled liquids); a bright, 16-character display screen; a call progress indicator. This direct-connect TTY is hard-wired through the tip and ring term

Pc Talking Typing Tutor

The PC Talking Typing Tutor is a typing instruction program designed for students who are blind or have low vision or who have different learning styles. This interactive tutorial program teaches students to touch type on a computer keyboard. It is self-voicing and has a large print display. Users can change the voice, speaking rate, and pitch of voice output, and the font style, font size, and foreground and background colors of the display. The program provides voice feedback so students can e

Pcs Color Stickers

PCS Color Stickers are symbolic language stickers designed to be used on most communication devices. The stickers are peel and stick versions of the Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). The stickers feature six background colors, organized according to topic. Two copies of the 596 most commonly used PCS vocabulary items from Picture Communication Symbols, Books I, II, and III are included with each set. DIMENSIONS: .75 inch square

Pcs Gallery

PCS Gallery is a communication device accessory and symbolic language picture library for children and adults with learning disabilities. The software includes nearly 3,500 colorful Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) used on communication boards on and off the computer. Users can make on-screen displays, scan windows or create overlays for alternate keyboards. The PCS backgrounds are color-coded by category and include people, verbs, adjectives, fast foods, restaurant logos, games and more. SYS

Pcs Stamps

PCS Stamps are symbolic language stickers designed to be used on most communication devices. The stamps are versions of the Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication Symbols printed and designed for use as lick-and-stick stamps. Four stamp sets are available, containing 4 to 12 copies of each of 1,100 symbols. Book I offers a total of 5,400 stamps (700 symbols) and is available in Black on White Stamps ($29. 00) or Color-Coded Stamps ($34.00), color-coded by topic. Book II Black on White ($39.00) cont

Pcs Wordless Edition

The PCS Wordless Edition is a volume of symbolic language pictures designed for use by persons who communicate nonvocally or have a speech impairment. The 240-page spiral bound book features 1,600 symbols taken from the Picture Communication Symbols Books I and II (see separate entry). The words located over the symbols have been removed for using the symbols on various voice machine overlays or for translation into other languages. The pages of the spiral bound book are easy to duplicate. DIMEN

Pct Pocket Portable Tdd / Terminal & Pct Table Top Unit

Pocket terminal for TDD or ASCII (up to 1200 baud) communications, similar in size to large calculator, approximately 8 3/4 by 4 inches; calculator-style keys in QWERTY layout. Automatically recognizes Baudot or ASCII code being sent. Connects via telephone jack or via specially designed acoustic coupler for phone booths, mobile phones, office phones, etc. Includes phone directory/automatic dialer, automated logon to mainframes or information services, and offline message preparatyion with editi

Pda Gospeech (Model Pd100)

PDA GoSpeech, model PD100, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or neurological disabilities or laryngectomy, brain injury, or stroke. This personal data assistant (PDA) based portable speech synthesizer uses DECtalk voices to speak phrases stored on the PDA (not included). This synthesizer can speak as many phrases as can be stored in the PDA's memory. The phrases to be spoken can be called from a pull-down menu, or directly typed in usi

Pdf Equalizer Ml

PDF Equalizer ML is a voice output program for PDF documents, designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This program can open files in any PDF version and read them aloud without going through a conversion or import process. Documents can be read continuously, page by page, or by page selection, in English, French, or Spanish. Reading speed is adjustable. The program includes a text-to-audio converter that can convert a single page or a range of p

PDI® See Clear® Eyeglass Cleaning Wipes

The PDI® See Clear® Eyeglass Cleaning Wipes are wipes designed for use by individuals with low vision. The wipes safely clean the eye protection gear and glasses. It is intendent for glass and polycarbonate lenses. The Antistatic/antifog formula dries quickly and does not scratch. Packaged in a convenient dispenser box. 

Pebble Portable Magnifier

The Pebble Portable Magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lightweight magnifier can be used in restaurants, grocery stores and offices to assist a perron to read small print such as labels, prescriptions, price tags, menus and pictures. The Pebble Portable Magnifier features 2x to 10x magnification, a high resolution LCD display, adjustable brightness, tactile controls, six viewing modes, and a freeze image feature with capability to magnif

Pecs Phase Iii

The PECS Phase III App, is designed for use by individuals with communication and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The PECS system is an aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system in which individuals exchange pictures of items to obtain tangibles and other needs. The PECS Phase III App is designed to look just like a PECS communication book while teaching picture discrimination. This app is not intended to replace the learner's PECS communication book, but rather to serve as

Pediatric Weighted Holder

The Pediatric Weighted Holder is a pencil or pen holder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. These holders securely hold most round or irregularly shaped items from 1/8-inch to 7/16-inch in diameter. This weighted handle is available in a standard or deluxe model and uses three adjustable set screws to accommodate different sizes. The deluxe model has a plastic vinyl handle and the standard model has a metal handle. The set includes a number 2 pencil, an allen wrenc

Peeramid Bookrest

The Peeramid Bookrest is a bookholder and stand for tablet computer designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, weakness, or arthritis. This pyramid-shaped pillow supports a book on a desk, table, lap, or floor and enables the user to read hands-free. To use the Peeramid, the spine of the book is placed in the wide ledge of the lightweight pillow to be supported by the pyramid at the optimal angle for reading. The pillow has an attached bookmark and a pocket on one side fo

Peg Slate (Model 1-08830-00)

The Peg Slate, model 1-08830-00, is a braille training device designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This paperless device helps teach beginning students the use of a slate and stylus. A frame is mounted with pegs that represent the dots in ten braille cells. With a finger the user pushes the pegs down, and the frame is flipped over to read the braille message. The frame and pegs are made of plastic. Instructions are included in print and braille. COLOR: Black frame wi

Pen And Pencil Holder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to hold pens and pencils in such a way that fingers can be slipped under them to pick them up, for persons with poor pinch, grasp, or hand function. Pictures a holder made of a strip of foam packaging material with grooves cut to hold pens and pencils; this is held in place with double-stick tape or other friction material. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. AUTHOR: Mallik, K; Shaver, E M TITLE: Jobs and Self-Sufficiency REF: Washington DC: George Washi

Pen Grip

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with ALS to hold a pen. The Pen grip provided extra strength between thumb and forefinger to enable the user to hold the pen in place and write. The grip is made from a quarter-inch strip of splint plastic that becomes pliable when heated in near boiling water (available at medical supply stores). Each grip needs to be custom shaped (with trial and error) according to the user's gripping style and strength. Each arm of the grip comes arou

Pen holder helper

The Pen holder helperis a pencil or pen holder designed for individuals to use with a universal finger cuff. The device is intended for users with arthritis or other grasping or upper extremity disabilities. The key guard and pen holder adjust right or left and can be used with any utensil holder. It provides stability while the user writes.

Pen Or Pencil Holder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Simple pen or pencil holder for persons unable to grasp pen or pencil. Use 1/2 elastic and cut a length to fit around the thumb and index finger or the thumb and middle finger. Sew the elastic into a loop and three slots for the two fingers and pen. Includes picture and drawing. SKILLS REQUIRED: Sewing. AUTHOR: TITLE: Do it Yourself Again, Self-help Devices for the Stroke Patient. REF: Book: American Heart Association; p 20. 1969.

Pen Or Pencil Holder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Simple pen or pencil holder for persons unable to grasp pen or pencil. Cut two thin strips of aluminum. Bend one strip to form a clip to hold a pen or pencil and bend the other strip to clip over thumb. Loosely rivet the strips at the center. Includes drawing. SKILLS REQUIRED: Sewing. AUTHOR: TITLE: Do it Yourself Again, Self-help Devices for the Stroke Patient. REF: Book: American Heart Association; p 20. 1969.

Penagain Original

The PenAgain Original is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. The wishbone shape supports the index finger while the pen is supported by the thumb, eliminating the need to grasp or squeeze the pen. The natural weight of the hand is sufficient to apply ink to the page. The tip is retractable and the pen is refillable. DIMENSIONS: 4 inches long. COLOR: Assorted pen colors (blue, red, green) with black ink.

Penagain Twist 'n Write Pencil

The PenAgain Twist 'n Write Pencil is an easy grasp pencil designed for use by children with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or arthritis. Sized specifically for children, the wishbone shape supports the index finger while the pencil is supported by the thumb, eliminating the need to grasp or squeeze the pencil. The shape reinforces the tripod grasp. A thick, #2 two-millimeter (mm) pencil lead provides for long lasting write-out and never needs sharpening. Twisting the tip exposes mor

Pencil And Grip Sampler

The Pencil and Grip Sampler is a set of pencils and pencil holders designed for use by children and adults with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. This set includes seven standard pencils and nine basic pencil grips in a variety of shapes to address a variety of grasping difficulties.

Pencil and Grip Samplers

Pencil and Grip Samplers offer a solution for writers that have trouble grasping a pencil. Sampler I is a great way to try out a large variety of products to determine your needs. Contains 9 basic pencil grips and 7 wooden pencils to provide enough variety to address many specific hand grasp problems. Product substitutions sometimes necessary.Sampler II is a sampling of the most recently developed grips and triangular pencils including one each of : Crossover Grip, The Pencil Grip, The Jumbo Pen

Pencil Grip, The

The Pencil Grip is a pencil grip designed for use by individuals with arthritis or fine motor disabilities. This ergonomic device is designed with applied technology that works with the body’s natural physiology to place fingers in the proper position for gripping. It allows over a 90 percent surface contact with its soft gripping surface.

Pencil Grips

The Pencil Grips are pen and pencil holders designed for use by individuals with arthritis, fine motor disabilities, grasping disabilities, and other disabilities of the fingers and hand. These contoured, soft rubber grips aid in holding pens, pencils, slim crayons, standard paint brushes, etc. COLOR: Assorted.

Pencil Holder (Model H73513)

The Pencil Holder, model H73513, is a plastic cuff designed to fit around the hand to hold a pencil or pen, assisting individuals with limited manual dexterity or strength. The device consists of a polycarbonate strip with a split tube pencil grip attached to the molded polystryrene hand clip by a flexible vinyl sleeve. DIMENSIONS: Length adjustable from 6 to 7 inches.

Pencil Holder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Improve ability to hold pencil for persons with no ability to grasp pen or pencil. Sketch of a pencil with elastic pencil holder attached. Holder is a strip of elastic with a small loop sewn at each end to hold pencil. SKILLS REQUIRED: sewing. AUTHOR: Bureau of Handicapped Children, Dir of Pupil Personnel Services TITLE: Teaching Aids for Children with Cerebral Palsy. REF: Book: State Univ of New York, Albany, NY; p 18 1956.

Pencil Weight

The Pencil Weight is a weighted writing tool designed for use by individuals with fine motor disabilities, arthritis, or minor tremors. Made of a silky, stretchy material with a Velcro fastener, this device can be used on writing or coloring tools, utensils, or toothbrushes. The fastener is filled with a quarter pound of lead-free steel shot that conforms to the tool’s shape. DIMENSIONS: 3.75 x 7/8 inches.

Pendant Magnifiers (Models 2134 & 2135)

Pendanat Magnifiers, models 2134 and 2135, are magnifiers with a neck strap designed to be always within reach for individuals who have low vision. The lens is Biconvex, optical glass with a magnification of 3.5x. It is mounted in either Chrome or gold-plated material and has a matching chain. DIMENSIONS: The lens size is 35mm in diameter and chain is approximately 30 inches. WARRANTY: One year limited.

Penguin Audiobooks

Penguin Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books include abridged and unabridged titles in CD or e-book format. Categories include general fiction, classics, mystery/thriller, biography, business, current affairs, history, humor, and mind/body/spirit. Authors include Lauren Willig, Patricia Cornwell, Margaret Cho, Suze Orman, Kevin Phillips, Jared Diamond, Ron Chernow, Herman Melville, Teri Garr, Billy Graham, and the Dalai Lama.

Penholder.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Pen or pencil holder for quadriplegic with use of arms but not hands. Penholder made of a piece of aluminum bent like a bracelet or nail brush to fit around the palm with a piece of tubing on one side to hold the writing implement. The aluminum should be wrapped with tape; the pen is held in place with a rubber band. Includes photographs. SKILLS REQUIRED: Metalworking. AUTHOR: Gugerty, J J; Tindall, L W TITLE: Tools, Equipment and Machinery Adapted for

Penlight

The PenLight is a pen with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. Clicking once and it is a pen and with a light; click again and it functions a pen only. The pen comes with two LED bulbs and uses standard ballpoint refills. POWER: Uses A76 button batteries (three included). COLOR: Red or silver.

Perfect Ocr

Perfect OCR is an optical character recognition (OCR) program designed for use by individuals who have low vision. Using the camera of an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, the program scans letter-size or A4-size page documents using image-processing algorithms and offers SureScan 3x scanning mode which outputs sharper images than normal mode. Perfect OCR’s “Email to myself” feature allows the user to send documents to email addresses or upload to online storage services such as Evernote and Box

Perkin

Perkin is a braille translation program designed for use as a braille writer accessory by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Used in conjunction with a modified Perkins Brailler (see separate entry), it allows the Perkins to be used to input text to a personal computer (PC) or laptop. A circuit board is fitted within the Perkins which is then connected via the serial port to the computer. The user writes in braille on the Perkins and keeps a braille hard copy. The text appears in prin

Perkins Brailler Felt Pad (Model 22-0204-2), Carrying Case (Model 23-0001-0), & Soft Side Carry Case (Model 23-0002-8)

The Perkins Brailler Felt Pad and Carrying Cases are braille writer accessories designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These accessories are specifically designed for use with the Perkins Brailler (see separate entries). The Felt Pad, model 22-0204-2, slips under the brailler to reduce noise. The rigid Carrying Case, model 23-0001-0, has two key-operated locks to keep the brailler secure during transit. The Soft Side Carry Case, model 23-0002-8, is made from a lightwei

Perkins Brailler Straight Extension Keys, One Hand Extension Keys, & Space Bar Extension Key (Models 22-0202-6, 22-0201-8, & 22-0205-9)

The Perkins Brailler Straight Extension Keys, One Hand Extension Keys, and Space Bar Extension Key are braille writer accessories designed to make use of the Perkins Brailler (see separate entries) easier for individuals with limited hand strength and dexterity, including those with the use of only one hand. Extension keys attach to any Perkins Brailler and fold up when not in use to allow the brailler to fit into a carrying case. Straight Extension Keys, model 22-0202-6, reduce the effort requi

Perkins Panda Early Literacy Program

The Perkins Panda Early Literacy Program is a braille instruction kit designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This kit includes materials that help teach fundamental early literacy skills to children with visual impairments and help parents to be more involved in their child’s development. Included in the kit are three packets, each with an interrelated storybook, activity guide, and cassette with songs and new stories to complement the storybooks. In addition, there is a

Perkins-Aph Brailler

The Perkins-APH Brailler, also called the Next Generation Perkins Brailler, is a manual braille writer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This brailler can accommodate standard 8.5 x 11 paper and paper up to 14 inches. Keys are set low, and keystrokes are quiet and require low force. The end-of-line bell is audible but muted. An eraser button allows the user to push one button to erase an entire braille cell. The base is also a handle. The back panel can be raised

Pers Buddy

PERS Buddy is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by individuals at high risk and in need of medical monitoring. This system combines a remote health care monitoring system with the VoiceCare Personal Emergency Response System (see separate entry). The system connects to an existing phone line and to most commercially-available home biometric devices, and can provide medical monitoring information and trend reports for health care providers. It includes a wireless,

Personal Alert Link (Pal)

Personal Alert Link (PAL) is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by individuals with balance, mobility, neurological, or severe physical disabilities. The system includes a base station and a waterproof pendant. The base station plugs into a power outlet and a telephone jack. In order to be activated, the system must be connected to the Emergency24 monitoring system. To request help, the user presses the button on a waterproof pendant to send a signal wirelessly to

Personal Amplification Device

The Personal Amplification Device is designed to amplify sound for individuals with a hearing impairment. It is lightweight and compact and can be used anywhere such as for TV, conversations or conferences. The headphones have individually adjustable right and left volume controls. It also comes with a handy belt clip and an "ON" indicator light. POWER: Nine-volt battery operated (battery not included). SIZE: 3-3/8 x 2-3/8 x 1 inches. WARRANTY: One year limited.

Personal Assistance Voice Dialer

The Personal Assistance Voice Dialer is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with mobility disabilities. The system includes a heart-shaped pendant worn by the user. In case of an emergency, the user presses a button on the wireless, water-resistant pendant to trigger an alarm. When an alarm is triggered, a built-in 85 decibel (dB) siren sounds, lights flash, and up to four telephone numbers are called. The system plays a recorded message and also transmits from a

Personal Communication Book (Model W38504)

The Personal Communication Book, model W38504, is a communication book designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This spiral-bound book has 13 pages with tabs on each page to keep communication cues organized. The user can turn the page to any picture (not included) to communicate a message. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 3 x 3.5 inches.

Personal Emergency Reporting System (Model Pers-3600)

The Personal Emergency Reporting System, model PERS-3600, is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a table-top console which can receive signals from up to 16 wireless transmitters. When a transmitter is activated, the console sends an alarm report to a monitoring service (not included) via the standard telephone network. Upon completion of the monitoring station report, two-way voice communicat

Personal Emergency Response System

The Personal Emergency Response System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance disabilities. The system includes a small pendant or wrist transmitter and a console unit. Should the user fall or need assistance, pressing the transmitter sends a signal to the console, which then sends a message to an around-the-clock central monitoring station. Two transmitters may be used in the same household at no extra cost. Both the wrist an

Personal Emergency Response System

Emergency alert system with monitoring service. User wears transmitter as pendant, on a belt or in a pocket. When emergency arises user presses the button on the transmitter. A receiver unit is activated and sends a signal to the centralized monitoring station. The monitoring personnel checks user's medical data and calls the appropriate response agency. Additionally predesignated response party (relative, friend or neighbor) is notified; response party can meet responding agency at the scene to

Personal Pager

The Personal Pager is a tactile paging system designed to signal the caregiver that help is needed for individuals with physical or cognitive disabilities or who spend long periods in bed. Simply push the button on the device and a small transmitter sends an electronic signal to the receiver notifying the caregiver. The signal can be sent up to 100 feet. The transmitter comes with a cord for wearing around the neck so that it is always handy. The receiver can be set to chime or vibrator (for car

Personal Sound Amplifier - Battery Powered

The RCA Symphonix personal sound amplifier- battery powered is designed for those individuals who are hearing-impaired. The Symphonix offers high-definition digital sound processing which amplifies voices, sharpens sound, and reduces background noises. It is light and discreet and is thin enough that it won’t interfere with eyewear. It can be used in either the right or left ear. 7 day plus battery life. Battery compartment at end of earpiece. Flesh colored with opaque tube. Black polyethylene r

Personal Talker

The Personal Talker is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device features a protective cover that opens like a book; the left side provides space for a picture or written information and the right side houses the communicator with its large press-to-play button which activates one ten-second message. The message may be re-recorded as needed, but the recording mechanism requires a pen tip for activation, thus preventing accidental

Pert (Performance Report Tool)

PeRT (Performance Report Tool) is an automated evaluation program designed for use by speech and language therapists to assess the speech performance of individuals who use alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices. This software facilitates the generation of an AAC Performance Report from AAC language samples automatically collected using the Language Activity Monitor (LAM) data format. The AAC Performance Report includes seventeen quantitative summary measures of communication p

Pharmabraille & Pharmabraille-In-A-Box

PharmaBraille and PharmaBraille-In-A-Box is a braille translation program designed to produce braille medication labels for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The system translates information about pharmaceutical products into tactile or visual braille for pharmacy labeling. PharmaBraille is an e-mail based system, and PharmaBraille-in-a-Box is a software CD. In the e-mail based version, the pharmacist e-mails information about the medication, such as product name, strength, a

Phifer Reader

The Phifer Reader is bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Made of a durable lightweight plastic, this adjustable book holder has a built-in stand with patented side-reading feature that will hold the book upright and sideways to allow someone to read while laying on their side. Designed for hands-free use, this device holds books and magazines of all sizes and thicknesses. When the book holder lid is closed, the Phifer Reader can be used as a carrying cas

Phoenix Audio Books

Phoenix Audio Books are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or reading disabilities. Books are recorded on CD and include abridged and unabridged titles in Biography, Business, Children's Classics, Fiction, History, Humor, Mystery/Suspense/Thriller, Philosphy/Religion, Psychology, and Science/Health.

Phonak Tele-Coupler Tc1 Kit

The Phonak Tele-Coupler TC1 allows a hearing aid user to couple to the telephone via direct audio input (DAI). Coupler has numbered volume control. Five and fifteen ft. extension cords are available for connection to the TV and radio. Plastic holder with velcro is used to couple to the TV/radio.

Phone Call Amplifier

The Phone Call Amplifier is designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This plastic unit plugs into most standard phones with separate handsets and dial pads and enables the user to set the volume of incoming calls to the optimal level. The device has a slide volume control and an on/off switch. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery (not included).

Phone Holder

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with motor neuron disease to talk on the telephone in privacy. Because the individual no longer has use of his arms, the device needed to be adaptable to both a standard cordless phone and a cell phone. The holder is equipped with a gooseneck arm and clamps to the push handle of a wheelchair. Attached to the gooseneck arm is a plastic spring clamp with jaws lined with vinyl. A caregiver dials the number being called and places the phone in the

Phone Holster

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual who uses a wheelchair to transport and keep within reach a cordless telephone. A holder was fashioned from plastic siding and shaped with a heat gun. The holder has side wings and a bottom support to hold the phone. A pine mounting block was shaped to receive the holster on one side and the tubular wheelchair frame on the other. Two screws fix the holder clip to the pine. Thin pine pieces are laminated on the edge of the block to prevent

Phone Monocle

The Phone Monocle is a cell phone display magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It can be used with cell phones or other cordless telephones to magnify numbers on the telephone display screen. The magnifying lens is embedded in a holder made of a flexible rubber-like material, which fits around the telephone and holds the lens in place over the display. This display magnifier fits telephones from 4 to 5.75 inches in diameter, including models from Kyocera, Motorola, Nokia, S

Phone Pal

Hearing aid accessory that eliminates telephone feedback for "In-The- Ear" hearing aid users. Works with all makes of telephones and ITE hearing aids and in all countries. A specific cavity in which resonance and low pass filter characteristics are located within the frequency band width where normal feedback occurs (2500-4500 Hz) creates a standing wave pattern which "kills" the feedback when the telephone receiver approaches the ite hearing aid. Feedback is absorbed by the cavity and sponge. I

Phone Strobe Flasher

The Phone Strobe Flasher is a telephone signaler designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The strobe light flashes when the phone rings and is equipped with a fully-modular male cord and female jack. POWER: Powered by the telephone line.. WARRANTY: One year limited.

Phone-4-Help Emergency Rescue System

Phone-4-Help is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a transmitter unit with a button that can be pressed to summon help when the user cannot get to the phone, and a monitor unit that connects to a telephone line. The lightweight, waterproof button/transmitter unit can be worn as a pendant or on a wristband. When the button is pressed, the monitor unit contacts a

Phone-Link

Phone-Link is a communicator accessory designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This device can be used to connect a keyboard communicator or other communicator to a telephone, including digital phones, office phones, cordless phones, and princess phones. It can also be used to connect a phone to a recording device or computer.

Phone-Link

The Phone-Link is a device designed for individuals who are hard of hearing to connect their communication device directly to almost any phone for clearer and simpler speech output. Once the Phone-Link is properly connected the deaf user will be able to continue to use their phone normally or to use the Phone-Link as they wish. There is no need to activate the Phone-Link separately, once the phone is off the hook the Phone-Link is ready to use. The user can also connect their phone to a recordin

Phonemax

The PhoneMax is an amplifier telephone designed to emphasize the high frequency sound that make speech understandable for individuals with hearing disabilities. This phone provides 33 decibels of gain, is compatible with telecoil equipped hearing aids, and can be wall mounted or placed on a desk. Standard features include a large-button keypad, eight memory buttons for auto-dialing, auto redial, tone/pulse dialing selection, and an adjustable ringer. DIMENSIONS (HxDxW): 8.9 x 2.2 x 7.6 inches. C

Phonics Based Reading & Reading S.o.s. (Strategies For Older Students) Family Editions

Phonics Based Reading and Reading S.O.S. Family Editions are reading tutorial software programs designed for home use to teach reading skills to children, youth, and adults with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Phonics Based Reading teaches skills generally covered in grades one through three, introducing more than 2,000 words using engaging, age-appropriate graphics. Reading S.O.S. is intended for students from ages nine years through adult and covers skills generally taught in grades

Phonics Pro Reader

The Phonics Pro Reader is a reading tutorial program designed for use by children between the ages of five and nine years with cognitive or learning disabilities. This interactive unit use a multi-sensory approach to teach the alphabet, phonics, spelling, reading, and rhyming. The interactive system utilizes illustrated Talking Word Cards, a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen that displays words, and verbal cues and responses. The help button repeats instructions and provides clues to answers w

Phonological Awareness Test 2

The Phonological Awareness Test 2, is a language development assessment program designed for use by therapists to evaluate the language skills of individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This individually-administered standardized test is designed to diagnose deficits in phonological awareness and phoneme-grapheme correspondence, to determine which skills to address in a remediation program. Subtests assess a wide variety of tasks correlated with early reading and spelling achie

Phonopix - Full

PhonoPix – Full is a speech remediation program, a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech-language therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. The program allows children to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to practice sounds in words and sentences with a therapist, parent, or independently. PhonoPix features flashcard and matching activities with minimal pairs to contrast children’s incorrect resp

Photo Conversation Cards

The Photo Conversation Cards is a set of 90 cards, designed to teach conversation skills to children with autism and Asperger's communication skills. The cards cover a wide variety of topics including meeting and greeting people, making and keeping friends, health, hygiene, manners, school skills, safety rules, personal space, home and family, emotions, etc. Features a full color photo on the front with a social and communication skill story on the back. Socially appropriate responses are clearl

Photo Language Series (Model Pl-10F)

The Photo Language Series is a photo card and language training system designed to introduce vocabulary, encourage conversation, and develop language comprehension. The set of 336 full-color pictures depicts both objects and people illustrating 7 topic areas with 48 cards per subject area. Each subject area includes its own storage box and instructions. Adjectives, model PL-01F ($39), illustrates six basic concepts such as big and little or empty and full. Verbs, model PL-02F ($39), illustrates

Photo Nouns

Photo Nouns is a language tutorial program designed for use with children and adults with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 35 cards can be used for reading skill development or for communication training. These clear color photo cards depict familiar non-age specific items such as a tricycle, a teapot, a table, and an alarm clock, and can be used for vocabulary expansion, naming and identification, classification, and conversation and communication. Teachers' notes with idea

Photo-Dial Amplified Telephone 40 Db

The Photo-Dial Amplified Telephone 40dB is an amplified telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone offers 40 decibels (dB) of amplification of the incoming voice with an adjustable tone control for optimum word clarity. This phone also functions as a speakerphone with adjustable amplification and tone control. Other features include large buttons for ease of use, with nine photo memory buttons for speed dial. A bright ring flasher provides visual notification o

Phrase Maker

The Phrase Maker is a direct selection communicator designed for use by adults with communication disabilities. The Phrase Maker has four modes: Standard Communicator (record and play back 15 pre-recorded words or short phrases to create unique sentences); Beep Acknowledgement (play back only; beeps as each word is selected); Auditory Cueing (play back only; speaks each word as it is selected); and Single Switch Message Entry (records and plays back using a capability switch connected to the dev

Pick 'n Stick Communication Stickers & Pick 'n Stick Software

Pick 'N Stick Communication Stickers are symbolic language pictures and a symbolic language picture creation program designed for use with communication boards and books and overlays for electronic devices. The Sticker Sets include more than 1,000 full-color labeled picture stickers and a six-ring tabbed binder. Topics covered include feelings, places, transportation, food, health, chores, events, clothing, and fast-food restaurants. The Pick 'N Stick Software ($199.95) includes 2,800 color illu

Pico

Pico is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit fits in a purse or pocket, and can be used to read even in dimly lit surroundings. Images are magnified 3 to 11 times and displayed in color, positive text (black on white), negative text (white on black), or yellow on blue modes. POWER: Uses rechargeable battery (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.1 x 6.5 x 3.5 inches. Display is 4 inches diagonally. WEIGHT: 10 ounces. WARRANTY: 30-day money back guarant

Picsyms Categorical Dictionary

PICSYMS Categorical Dictionary is a collection of simple line drawings with accompanying words bound together in a volume. The symbols are printed on three different size grids: one with 1.2-inch squares, one with 1.9-inch squares, and one with 2.6-inch squares. Each of the three sets consists of over 800 symbols grouped by categories. The pages are printed on both sides, but may be copied if the user wishes to cut them up for placement on communication boards. PICSYMS are pre-printed symbols wh

Pictalk

Pictalk is a pre-reading tutorial program, a direct selection communicator and a control switch training program designed as a pre-primer for an alternative communication device for non-readers who have severe physical disabilities. The program includes a fifty-four picture vocabulary in six categories (places, things, people, action, foods, and feelings). Selection is made by scanning rows and then columns within a selected row using a single switch or the keyboard. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Ap

Pictocom Symbol Expression

Pictocom SE (Pictocom Symbol Expression) is a direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals who are non-verbal. This communication program uses pre-recorded male or female voices. The program has six sections (Personal, Home, Education, Activities, Food, and Nature), with multiple sub-sections for ease of access. The program offers more than 200 symbol responses and more than 600 sentence options and enables communication from basic one-word responses to sentence construc

Pictoprint

PictoPrint is a symbolic language picture program designed folr use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This program enables teachers, parents, and clinicians to print Pictogram symbols for use in applications such as communication boards, labels, signs, and posters. Pictogram symbols are white on a black background, and are designed to capture the common sense and conventional knowledge of visual representations for ideas and objects and present the concepts in

Pictoshow

PictoShow is a communication book and medical information organizer designed for use by emergency responders and medical professionals. This software enables professionals to create pictogram pages regarding medical emergencies and accidents for communication with individuals who are deaf, non-verbal, or who have speech or cognitive or communication disabilities. Pages can be marked and later photocopied as a permanent record. When pages are laminated and bound with a plastic coil binding, they

Picture Communication Symbols Book I, Ii, Iii & Picture Communication Symbols Complete Set

Picture Communication Symbols Book I, II, and III are black and white line drawings designed for use with non-vocal communication systems, such as communication boards. Each drawing is labeled with a word, and abstract symbols are represented by a word. The pages may be photo-copied and cut apart. Book I features over 700 different communication symbols, and comes with a starter guide illustrating the basics of making communication boards. Book II includes 1,100 additional symbols, and features

Picture Communicator Communication Notebook & Intermediate Size Picture Communicator Communication Notebook

The Picture Communicator Communication Notebook and the Intermediate Size Picture Communicator Notebook are communication books designed for use by children and adults with speech and communication disabilities. Available in English or Spanish, these communication books feature line drawings in addition to words and are intended for use by individuals who cannot read. The ring binders include categorized lists with tabs printed on card stock. Categories include personal information, about me, fa

Picture Cue Cards (Model W38503)

The Picture Cue Cards, model W38503, are communucation cueing cards designed for use by therapists, teachers, or caregivers of individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. These cards come in three sets, consisting of 288 shopping cards, 144 select-a-meal cards, and 192 daily activity cards. Each card has a word or phrase with a colorful illustration. The cards can be used as communication cues or to create picture lists of activities to perform.

Picture Cue Dictionary

Picture Cue Dictionary is a voice output dictionary program designed to enhance vocabulary used in everyday activities for individuals with a cognitive disability. There are five life skill software programs (dictionaries) in all that cover personal care, housekeeping, dining out, scheduling, and shopping skills. With each Dictionary, the instructor can determine the vocabulary needs and make a picture word list for the student. A multiple choice quiz gives feedback on their progress. To further

Picture Cue Dictionary Intellikeys Bundle

The Picture Cue Dictionary Intellikeys Bundle is a vocabulary tutorial program and keytop overlay set designed for use with children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. The set includes the five software dictionary sets included in the Picture Cue Dictionary (see separate entry) from Attainment Company on a Macintosh/ Windows CD-ROM and the appropriate IntelliKeys (see separate entry) overlays. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh or IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREME

Picture File

The Picture File is a set of photo cards designed for use in the classroom and for speech training. Printed on card stock, these detailed picture cards are arranged in categories such as Actions and Expressions, Clothing, Household Items, Fruits and Vegetables, Plants, Community Workers, Birds and Fish, Domestic and Wild Mammals, Vehicles, School and Recreational Items, Prepared Foods, and more. Many cards also include information on the back to guide the teacher or therapist during individual

Picture Frame Talker (Model R0203-A)

The Picture Frame Talker, model R0203-A, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This single-message communicator features a frame to accommodate a photograph and offers ten seconds of recording time. Four rubber bumpers on the back allow for tabletop use or wall mounting. The photograph and message can be changed as needed. The audio is loud enough to be heard in a crowd.

Picture It

Picture It is a symbolic language picture creation program designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This program quickly adds picture symbols to text by automatically locating symbols that match typed text. This program includes 10,500 high-resolution images in black-and-white or color. Custom images can be added by the user. It includes the LSP Thesaurus to enhance the software's ability to match the appropriate picture or symbol to a word. The program aids individuals i

Picture It And Pixwriter Bundle

The Picture It and PixWriter Bundle is a symbolic language picture creation program and a voice output word processor program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning or cognitive disabilities. The combo includes over 10,500 Literacy Support Pictures in both programs, allowing the flexibility to customize materials and vocabulary designed to support all curricula and subjects in English and Spanish, and the user can import additional photographs, clipart and personal artwork.

Picture Maker: Wheatley Tactile Diagramming Kit (Model 1-08838-00)

Picture Maker: Wheatley Tactile Diagramming Kit, model 1-08838-00, is a tactile graphics kit designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. The kit includes a felt covered board and more than 100 Velcro-backed pieces, and can be used to teach mapping, charting, and basic concepts, as well as for art activities. The kit comes with extra material to create additional tactile pieces, and a Large Print/Braille Guidebook with activity suggestions and example layouts. OPTIONS: Replacem

Picture Master Language Software (Pmls)

Picture Master Language Software (PMLS) is a symbolic language picture creation program designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This software can be used to create communication overlays on a computer or to program a portable Bluebird II communication device (see separate entry). The software has over 3,000 symbols, including black-and-white simple line drawings, color simple line drawings, black-and-white realistic drawings, color realistic drawings, photos, a

Picture Phone

The Picture Phone was designed to help make telephone use easier for those in early or middle stage Alzheimer's, and for those who are in the later stages of the disease. The 10 programmable buttons on the Picture Phone keypad can be programmed to a person’s phone number, and a picture of that person can be added to the button. One touch of the button will dial the person who is pictured.

Picture Phone

---- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To develop a prototype telephone that relies on photographs of the user’s regular contacts to dial the desired phone number for individuals with cognitive disabilities. Warren Goodland; a British masters candidate in Design Research for Disability, has developed a system where the photographs of the user's regular contacts are placed in a special peripheral attached to the phone. The user, by touching either the photo or the holder then dials the des

Picture Prompt Cards (Model Ppc-10F)

Picture Prompt Cards, model PPC-10F, are symbolic language pictures, language training flash cards, and a language tutorial program designed to teach basic daily vocabulary, serve as communication cues, or create a visual activity list for people with cognitive or communication disabilities. The set of 576 fully-illustrated, laminated cards covers shopping, mealtime, and daily activities. The word or phrase illustrated is printed on each card, and other information or personalization can be adde

Picture Prompt Stickers

The Picture Prompt Stickers are symbolic language pictures designed for making communication boards or illustrated lists for use by nonvocal individuals. The vinyl stickers are arranged on twelve vinyl sheets with 48 stickers per sheet. A total of 576 symbols depict activities, objects, and situations for shopping, housekeeping, restaurants, and daily planning. Three display boards, three sticker booklets, a carrying case, and directions are included. OPTIONS: Individual sticker sets are also av

Picture Sentence Match

Picture Sentence Match is a visual symbol training system designed for use by children with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This program helps students learn to identify and match a sequence of Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) with the corresponding sentence. The program presents either a random picture or a random sentence. The student then selects the matching sentence or the matching picture from two, three, or four choices. The action described by the sentence is shown,

Picturebraille For Windows

PictureBraille for Windows is a braille graphics program designed to produce braille graphics for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The software can be used to produce braille graphics maps, floor plans, science diagrams, graphs of equations, or other images. Images are either drawn free-hand on the screen, using the simple drawing program supplied, or scanned from a document such as a textbook or magazine. Once the image is created, the program converts it to a standard braille file

Pilot Dr. Grip Pen

The Pilot Dr. Grip Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities, carpal tunnel syndrome, or arthritis. This retractable medium-point pen has a soft, wide cushioned grip. The pen uses standard refills. COLOR: A variety of barrel colors are available with black or blue ink.

Pilot Dr. Grip Pencil

The Pilot Dr. Grip Pencil is an easy grasp pencil designed for use by individuals with grasping disabilities, carpal tunnel syndrome, or arthritis. This mechanical pencil has a soft, wide cushioned grip and an eraser. Lead and eraser refills are available. DIMENSIONS: Fits leads with a diameter of 0.5 or 0.7 millimeter (mm). COLOR: Barrel is black (0.5 mm) or blue (0.7 mm).

Pioneer Emergency Bodyguard

The Pioneer Emergency Bodyguard is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a tabletop base unit that connects to a telephone line, and a transmitter pendant that can be worn on the wrist or around the neck. In case of emergency, the user presses a large button on the pendant and it sends a radio signal to the base unit, which sends an emergency message to the monit

Pioneer Pete

Visual speech aid. Small stuffed animal equipped with microphone preamp and amp to detect sounds and light up animals eyes. Speech aid unit without stuffed animal is $35.

PipClip assistive draw

The PipClip assistive draw is a do it yourself device designed for users with arthritis, grasping and upper extremity disabilities. This device adapts to any hand and is able to modify to its horizontal or vertical grip as required. Modification up to 90 millimeters.

Planet Wobble

Planet Wobble is an academic and pre-reading skills tutorial program designed for use by teachers and parents working with children who have developmental, cognitive or learning disabilities. It is designed to work with Clicker (see separate entry) and allows children to build confidence, develop independent reading, and maximize comprehension and writing skills. The program is divided into three levels and presented both in printed format and as on-screen interactive books. Each level comes wit

Plantronics Ms40 Series Microphone Only Headsets

Headset microphone for speech amplifiers. Models for Rand Voice Amplifier (see separate entry) and Voicette Amplifier (see separate entry). MS40 4 Models has 3000 ohms microphone impedance and 1.155 mV microphone output level. Headband with microphone and acoustic tube attach to either side of band. Acoustic tube and microphone can be attached directly to glasses. Voicette has on/off switch on cord, Rand has on/off switch on circuitry pack. Both models can have higher quality microphones substit

Plastic Braille Eraser (Model 1-00280-00)

The Plastic Braille Eraser, no. 1-00280-00, is a pencil shaped device for correcting braille for individuals who are visually impaired. It has a small tip at one end for erasing one dot at a time, and a larger end suitable for erasing entire cells. DIMENSIONS: 5 inches long, 3/8 inches in diameter.

Plate Embossing Device (Model Ped-30)

The Plate Embossing Device, model PED-30, is a Braille printer that embosses Interpoint Braille on zinc plates used for press Braille production. These templates are ideal whenever 50 or more copies of a book, document, etc. are required. This machine embosses 45 zinc plates per hour. The machine is available in USA and European Braille standards. CPS: 40 characters per second. POWER: 120 volt AC, 30 amperes maximum 60 hz. DIMENSIONS (WxLxH): 35 x 53 x 59 inches. WEIGHT: 900 pounds.

Play And Say Speech Cards

Play and Say Speech Cards are a language training system and symbolic language pictures designed to help people with speech and language disabilities communicate and learn correct speech patterns through games and activities. Each of the 16 age-appropriate decks concentrates on a frequently misarticulated speech sound The set includes more than 380 cards, each depicting a common item and labeled with the item's name; the sound or letter being emphasized is printed in a different color from the

Playing Dynamically

Playing Dynamically is a symbolic language picture library designed for use with children with communication disabilities and autism. This program provides over 70 communication boards that combine language development and play, providing action, variety, and a choice of control. The program displays 13 commonly available toys on a toy shelf, with additional choices available in a toy store. When a toy or an activity is selected, corresponding communication boards on the computer screen enable t

Playskool Magnetic Capital Letters (Model 02056)

Playskool Magnetic Capital Letters, model 02056, are tactile letters and Braille alphabet magnets designed for use by children ages 3 and above who are blind or have low vision. This educational toy consists of 26 letters from A to Z. Each letter is engraved with it corresponding Braille letter. As they play with these letters sized for small fingers, children learn to identify letters and start putting together simple words and sentences.

Plextalk Cd/sd/online Player (Model Ptx1)

The PLEXTALK CD/SD/Online Player, model PTX1, is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device plays digital talking books from CDs, SD cards, USB flash drives or online (LAN or WIFI) using its voice synthesizer. Playable formats include DAISY 2.02, ANSI/NISO Z39.86/DAISY 3.0, audio files (MP3, WMA, AMR-WB+, Ogg Vorbis, Wave (PCM)), and text/HTML contents by embedded text-to-speech engine (TTS). The user can listen with the built-in sp

Plextalk Daisy Player (Model Ptn2)

The PLEXTALK Daisy Player, model PTN2, is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device features DAISY structure navigation-levels, bookmarks and headings. The unit plays music, voice, book CDs, and MP3 CDs from multiple formats including DAISY 2.02, ANSI/NISO and DAISY 3.0 along with content from PDTB2, NLS, RFB&D, Bookshare.org, and Read How You Want. Content can also be read from USB 2.0 media. Text is supported from Microsoft.d

Plextalk Linio

The PLEXTALK Linio is is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The device features DAISY structure navigation-levels, bookmarks and headings. The unit plays music, voice, book CDs, and MP3 CDs from multiple formats including DAISY 2.02, ANSI/NISO and DAISY 3.0. Text is supported from Microsoft .doc, HTML, plain text or DAISY text files. The Linio has 2 gigabytes (GB) internal flash memory and a LAN connection port. It reads media from CDs

Plextalk Pocket (Model Ptp1)

Plextalk Pocket, model PTP1, is a portable digital recorder and electronic talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This pocket-sized unit plays Daisy-format digital talking books, music CDs, MP3 CDs, and audio books on CD. It reads HTML input from SD cards and USB flash memory so the user can input media, including text-to-speech (TTS), without connecting to a PC. The unit has a built-in microphone and speaker for voice recor

Plextalk Portable Recorder (Model Ptr2)

The Plextalk Portable Recorder, model PTR2, is a digital talking book player and recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit can record DAISY 2.02 books and audio file or music CDs, and can play DAISY titles, music and audio file CDs, and CF cards. When connected to a computer, it can be used as a CD-RW or memory card drive. The unit comes with Plextalk Recording Software (PRS) for recording, editing, and finalizing audio only DAISY 2.02 books. Radio prog

Plustek Book Reader

The Plustek Book Reader is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The system scans books without shadows around the spine. The included optical character recognition (OCR) software turns the scan result into text, which is automatically read aloud using TTS (text-to-speech) software. Scanned text is automatically saved as a text file, and can also be saved in MP3 or WAV format. There is a choice of male and female voices with British or A

Pmv Secure-It

PMV Secure-It is an assistive speech device accessory designed for use by individuals who have had tracheostomies. Designed specifically for use with the Passy-Muir Tracheostomy and Ventilator Speaking Valve (see separate entry), models 2001 and 2020, this device attaches the Valve to the tracheostomy tube tie to prevent loss.

Pnc Net

PnC Net is a voice output web browser designed for use by individuals with low vision. The browser reads the web page aloud and enlarges it on screen. Speech can be made to start at any selected point. As each word is spoken it is also highlighted. Page layout is preserved, with or without enlargement of pictures, and lines are word wrapped in order to keep all the text on the screen. The text is read down each column without skipping to the next column. The controls display menu selections in a

Pocket Slate (Model 1-00160-00)

The Pocket Slate is a braille slate designed with slots for labeling for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The metal slate has 28 cells and is designed with pins up. DIMENSIONS: 8.25 x 1.75 inches.

Pocket Slates (Models 23-0301-4, 23-0401-2, & 23-601-7)

Pocket Slates are braille slates designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The ##1 Pocket Slate, model 23-0301-4, is a 27-cell, 4-line slate; the ##2 Pocket Slate, model 23-0401-2, is a 19-cell, 6-line postcard size slate; and the ##140 Pocket Slate, model 23-0601-7, is a 40-cell, 4-line slate designed for use without a board. All models are made of aluminum and come with a braille stylus.

Pocket-Size Notebook, 6-Ring (Model 1-04280-00)

The Pocket-Size Notebook, 6-Ring, no. 1-04280-00, is a braille notebook bound in water-resistant imitation leather. The notebook will hold approximately 50 sheets of 3.75 x 5.75 inch braille paper. The notebook has a pocket to hold a Postcard slate (see separate entry), and a cloth page marking strip. A braille stylus can be tied to the end of the cloth strip.

Pocket-Sized & Double Pocket-Sized Communication Book

The Pocket-Sized and Double Pocket-Sized Communication Books are vinyl covered notebooks designed for use with symbolic language systems by nonspeech or limited speech persons. Communication symbols may be affixed to the pages of either book; the pages come with clear, non-glare vinyl protectors that resist the transfer of toner copying ink from photocopied communication symbols. Additional grid pages are available at extra cost. The books also feature a grommet for attachment to a belt clip or

Pocket-Sized Acc

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: A new software application, “Locabulary”, available for download free through Apple’s iTunes Store allows individuals with communication disabilities to their iPhone to speak when they are unable. Created by an collaboration between a team of clinicians at the MDA clinic at Children’s Hospital in Birmingham, AL and the design firm PUSH Product Design; the Locabulary application transforms the iPhone into an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device

Pocket-Sized Sight Sheet

The Pocket-Sized Sight Sheet is a folding hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pocket magnifier can be attached to any reading material and is composed of 4 panels. One panel magnifies text; the remaining three panels are clear and can be used for placement of corporate advertising. DIMENSIONS: Each panel is 2.5 inches x 3.5 inches.

PocketFinder+

The PocketFinder+ is a GPS tracker designed for users who are elderly or young kids. The device is a wearable personal 3G GPS / Wi-Fi / Cell ID tracker is our 2nd generation Personal Locator and utilizes all three location technologies to provide an ideal way for families and caregivers to keep track of their love ones. Ideal for children heading to or from school, after school activities on their own or via public transportation and seniors who value their independence, the PocketFinder+ can he

Poet Compact 2

The Poet Compact 2 is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This stand-alone reading machine is designed to allow the user to listen to any kind of printed documents without having to know how to operate a computer. The machine automatically recognizes the orientation of documents placed on the glass scanner bed, scans the document, converts the picture into spoken language, and reads it aloud. The machine consists of an integrated flatb

Poet Compact 2+

The Poet Compact 2+ is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This stand-alone reading machine is designed to allow the user to listen to any kind of printed documents without having to know how to operate a computer. The machine automatically recognizes the orientation of documents placed on the scanner bed, scans the document, converts the picture into spoken language, and reads it aloud. The machine consists of an integrated flatbed sc

Point To Pictures

Point to Pictures is a symbolic communicator language tutorial program designed to help persons with communication disorders to learn about and use language. The program starts at the cause and effect level (Communication mode) with items to motivate and help a learner to use pictures as communication symbols, and progresses to matching an identifying pictures (Training mode), within a context such as a mall or home. OPTIONS: The program may also operate battery-operated toys and electrical appl

Point-And-Chat

Point-and-Chat is an instant messaging program designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This software allows users of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices to apply their AAC skills to produce written messages, even if the user cannot read. The program combines the customizable input screens of Saltillo's DesktopChat with screen-reading technology from Point-and-Read, Inc. The user produces text by using a customizable input screen. The text i

Pointer Gripper

Head mounted pointer that has a switch operated gripper on the end. Jaws of gripper release object when switch is opened. The activating switch can be selected according to the capabilities of the user. Mounted on headband, pointer with jaws on end is approximately 10 inches long.

Pointscribe

PointScribe is a writing skills training program designed for use by individuals with learning, upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. This software enables children to trace letters, numbers and shapes on a touch screen using a stylus to learn basic handwriting skills. PointScribe has a preloaded library of block upper case and lower case letters, numbers and shapes, and it is possible to create new shapes to add to the library. It incorporates interactive animation, colors, music and oth

PolyAndro-10 with Persona for Android

The PolyAndro-10 with Persona for Android is a voice-output tablet computer with a direct selection and text-to-speech communicator program. It is designed to be used as an augmentative and alternative communication device by individuals who have communication or speech disabilities. The PolyAndro-10 is an adapted Google Nexus 10 tablet computer with 16 or 32 gigabytes (GB) of memory, a Mali T604 quad-core processor with 2 GB RAM and Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). The Nexus tablet has a 10-inch 2560

Polyandro-7 With Persona For Android

The PolyAndro-7 with Persona for Android is a voice output tablet computer with a direct selection and text-to-speech communicator program designed to be used by people with communication and speech disabilities as an augmentative and alternative communication device. The PolyAndro-7 is an adapted Google Nexus 6 tablet computer with 16 or 32 gigabytes (GB) of memory, a NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor with 1 GB RAM and Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It comes with a neck strap, Bluetooth speaker and

Pop Up Touchscreen

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University, Graduate student Chris Harrison and Professor Scott Hudson, have designed a prototype of an alternative touch-screen technology surface which allows for display capabilities of a normal touch screen; but also produces physical pop-up buttons for tactile interaction. This prototype is ideal for persons who are blind or visually impaired. The prototype design incorporates a screen with hidden latex air bubbles. An air

Pop-A-Bubble Music Wand

The Pop-A-Bubble Music Wand is a combination oral motor and motor planning skill activity designed for use with children with speech, breathing, oral motor, neurological, or physical disabilities. This wand has a bug's head at the top. Using the included bubble solution, the child blows bubbles with the antennae. Catching a bubble on the bug's nose causes it to chirp one of eight tunes. POWER: Uses two triple-A batteries (included).

Pop-Up Animal Bubbler

The Pop-Up Animal Bubbler is an oral motor planning activity designed for use by children and asdults with oral motor, neurological, fine motor, or respiratory disabilities. This plastic bear-shaped, bubble container has a built-in bubble wand that pops up when the animal's belly is gently squeezed, prompting repetitive hand and finger activity while blowing bubbles to enhance oral motor activity. The Bubbler contains eight ounces of bubble solution and comes in assorted animal shapes. COLOR: As

Poppin's Cut And Paste With 1000+ Dynasyms (Model 1-0002)

Poppin's Cut and Paste with 1000+ DynaSyms, model 1-0002, are overlays for communciation devices for individuals who have diffuclty speaking. It is a paperback book in black and white. It comes with explanatory text, an index of symbols, and over 1000 different DynaSims each in three sizes. The three sets are ready to cut out and use on communication displays and electronic devices. SIZES: Three sizes are 5/8, 7/8 and 1-1/4 inches.

Poppin's Dynasyms 1700+ (Models 1-0004 & 1-0005)

Poppin's DynaSyms 1700+, models 1-0004 and 1-0005, are overlays for communication devices for individuals who have speech or other communication disabilities. The sheets of full color symbols are available in stickers or cut and paste and can be used on communication displays and electronic devices. The stickers are sold in sheets of twenty with 88 symbols on each sheet. The cut and paste are sold in two sets of twenty sheets with 88 symbols each. An index for symbol location is included.

Poppin's Dynasyms Sampler (Model 1-0001)

Poppin's DynaSyms Sampler, model 1-0001, is an overlay for a communication device for for indivuals who have difficulty with speech. The sampler is a collection of 88 sticckers that can be used on communication displays and electronic devices. The sampling is from across the range of categories in the DynaSyms system.

Porta-Thiel

The Porta-Thiel is a lightweight, portable Braille printer designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The Porta-Thiel prints on single sheets, continuous forms, plastic, and magazine sheets. It does not use a tractor feeder device to control paper feed. A built-in speech synthesizer informs the user when the unit is out of paper, and data are not lost during the paper resupply process. Dots can be adjusted to any paper weight. This printer embosses six- and eight-dot Braille,

Portable Alarm (Model Pa-1)

The PA-1 Portable Alarm is an alarm unit intended for use with the "E-Z Call" (by Med Labs, see entry) nurse call switch where a central call system is not available. When the is switch plugged in the PA-1 is activated. The PA-1 emits a shrill whistle, similar to a tea kettle. POWER: 9V battery.

Portable Book Holder (Model 6042)

The Portable Book Holder, model 6042, is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with grasping, neurological or upper extremity disabilities. Designed to allow pages to be turned easily, this clear unbreakable plastic product folds flat for carrying and storage. This book holder is latex-free and accommodates any size book.

Portable Braille Computer Terminal Or Braille Word Processor.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Single handed braille keyboard and two-dimensional display in a portable unit which allows users to type and proofread at the same time. Describes prototype device and how it is used. COMMENTS: Device designed by Peter Wung, Summer Design Inc., 73 North Street, Suite 15, Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201. Not in production (4/2/87). Received the 1985 Industrial Design Excellence Award from the Industrial Design Society of America. AUTHOR: Wung, P TITLE:

Portable Choice / Display Board (Model 032025)

The Portable Choice/Display Board, model 032025, is a communication board designed for use by individuals with autism, communication disabilities, or speech disabilities. The board has Velcro-friendly fabric on one side and nylon on the other side. Pictures with Velcro backing are placed on the Velcro-friendly side of the board, and the user points to a picture to communicate a message. A reversible Velcro closure allows the board to stand upright or with its sides angled forward. The board has

Portable Clear Communication Device (Models 032232, 032233, & 032234)

Portable Clear Communication Device is a communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. The device has a clear vinyl plastic cover with Velcro closure along the top and webbing handles for carrying. The inside of this device has a board of thick plastic with Velcro strips on the front and back on which Velcro-backed pictures can be placed. The user can point to a picture to communicate a message. OPTIONS: Talking pockets (see entry). SIZES: Regu

Portable Communication Book - Clear (Model 032026)

Portable Communication Book-Clear, model 032026, is a communication book designed for use by individuals with autism, communication disabilities, or speech disabilities. The book has four pages with clear pockets for holding pictures. The user communicates by pointing to a picture. A Velcro closure is used to attach the book to a belt or belt loop, and to keep the book itself closed. DIMENSIONS: Pages are 4 x 4 inches.

Portable Communication Book - Fabric

Portable Communication Book -Fabric is a communication book with fabric pages designed for use by individuals with autism, communication disabilities, or speech disabilities. Adhesive backed Velcro is used on the back of pictures or words, allowing them to be placed in the pages of the book. Individuals can communicate by pointing to a picture or exchanging it. The book holds a total of 24 pictures (four per page). The book attaches to a belt or loop by strong webbing with a snap closure, and is

Portable Communicator For The Visually Impaired

The Portable Communicator for the Visually Impaired is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication and visual disabilities. This device offers 12 levels with a total of 600 seconds of recording time and can be accessed using two to eight large selection fields (the number of fields is adjustable as user needs change). Messages can be selected using direct selection or four scanning modes (inverse, automatic, two-switch, and step). This communica

Portable Computer Mount

The Portable Computer Mount is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators and portable computers. Designed to be mounted on the right or left side of the wheelchair, this unit fits most communicators and portable computers and can be adjusted to hold the device at the right height, position, and angle for comfortable operation. This mount can be folded out of the way when not in use, but is not designed to be moved independently by the user.

Portable Deluxe Picture Communication Unit

The Portable Deluxe Picture Communication Unit is an alternative communication device designed for individuals with communication disabilities. Sheets of loop fabric surface hold pictures and words. Durable waterproof luggage fabric on outside with hook/loop closure. Zipper pocket for storing materials. Adjustable shoulder strap provides comfortable carrying. SIZE: 12" L x 11.5" W and 2" thick in closed position. COLOR: Black.

Portable Foldable Smartphone Screen Magnifier

The Portable Foldable Smartphone Screen Magnifier with stand and holder is designed for individuals who have a disability that affects their vision and those with low vision. This mobile phone magnifier fits iPhones and other smartphones(including Samsung Android models) . Includes foldable stand and phone holder for a sideways/horizontal smartphone view. Adjustable screen moves up and down. Portable. Has Liquid Crystal Display or LCD / Light Emitting Diode or LED screen magnification.

Portable Sight Sheet

The Portable Sight Sheet is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier can be attached to a key chain or slipped into a pocket or purse for easy access. This magnifier is composed of two soft plastic panels connected lengthwise in a wallet/folder design with a third transparent magnifying panel of similar dimensions connected to the top of the right panel. The user places the print material on the 2 plastic panels and folds the magnifying panel over th

Portable Sign Language Translator (Pslt)

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype technology that is capable of transforming sign language to text to assist individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing in communicating with those around them. Developed by scientists in Aberdeen, Scotland, the Portable Sign Language Translator (PSLT) is an application that utilizes a camera on electronic devices such as notebooks and smartphones to translate hand movements into text. The aim of this technology is empower sign language user

Portable Talking Id (Model 3400)

The Portable Talking ID, model 3400, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities or medical conditions. This device provides 20 seconds of recording time for a single message or for personal identification and/or medical information. The unit can be worn on the included necklace, clipped to clothing, or carried in a pocket; when the center button is depressed, the information recorded is provided.

Portable Telephone Amplifier

The Portable Telephone Amplifier is a handset amplifier designed to amplify telephone calls for individuals who are hard of hearing. The modular unit plugs into the telephone and has a jack for the handset plug. POWER: Powered by the telephone line.

Portable Therapy Kit

Slightly more compact than the Deluxe Therapy Kit, the Portable Therapy Kit is designed for Speech pathologists, clinicians, and teachers to use the instruction with their students at home, in the classroom, on the go. This Portable Therapy Kit is designed to fit into a briefcase or tote. Card or therapy material display. Lightweight and durable.

Portable Workstation Table + Fan

This Portable workstation is designed for adults who carry their work with them. It can fold up to fit inside most laptop carrying bags. It is ergonomic and functional. Meant to unfold to an ideal height and prevent against neck/back aches. Has a built in fan which keeps the workstation cool. Its features include dual cooling fans, adjustable legs, an angled resting spot, a cup holder, a Universal Serial Bus (USB) extension cord. Built of heavy duty plastic. Includes instruction manual. Pen/penc

Portabooks

PortaBooks are braille books formatted as Grade 2 braille files on disk, designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. A variety of titles are available in this format, ranging from A Manual for Living to Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. These books are in a plain braille format, containing only symbols for braille characters, carriage returns, and spaces. They can be read without special software using a braille reading device such as a Bookworm; a notetaker with a brail

Portix

The Portix is a portable and compact video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This self-contained unit has a tiltable, high resolution LCD screen and an auto-focus, rotational camera on a flexible arm. The camera can be switched between desktop, distance, and self-viewing (for personal grooming) modes. The Portix offers full color magnification, five 2-color, high contrast modes (black and white, yellow on blue, blue on white, green on black and black on yellow), and an i

Portset Reader

The Portset Reader is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This machine reads letters, books, magazines, or bills with a page size up to A4 (20 x 28 centimeters) and a font as fine as 8 points. The user can select between male and female speaking voices with clear British pronounciation. Pages scanned on the Portset Reader can be stored in internal memory or saved to diskette for future reference. This device can read line-by-line, word

Possum Sero Infrared Telephone

The Possum Sero! Remote Control Phone with Built-In-AAC is designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities to communicate crucial messages over the telephone. The Sero is a hands-free infrared telephone which provides 50 user-recordable phrases (each 60 seconds long) that allows people with partial or no voice to communicate pre-set messages over the telephone. It also features Secure Spoken Identity (SSI) that uses caller ID services to speak the name of the person c

Postcard Slate And Stylus (Models 1-00110-00 & 1-00180-00)

The Postcard Slate and Stylus, models 1-00110-00 and 1-00180-00, are Bralli slates and styluses designed for writing Braille on cards or small sheets of paper for individuals who are visually impaired. This is ideal for writing shorts and memos rather than wasting large sized paper. Two models are available in the postcard size. Interpoint allows embossing on both sides of the paper (see separate entry. The other model has pins pointing upwards. The slates are made of lightweight metal and provi

Power Talker

The Power Talker is communication board and direct selection communicator designed for use by children ages 18 months to 3 years just beginning to use a communication board. The Power Talker is designed to be used with the PowerPad expanded keyboard (see separate entry). An overlay is designed with 16 sections; the program can be configured by a parent or teacher to use as many as all 16 of the sections or as few as one. The default configuration is set to utilize all 16 pictur

Powertel 500

The PowerTel 500 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones. The base has a flashing visual ringer, and the handset also has a visual ring indicator. The phone features five equalizer tone settings, caller ID with 30 number recall, 20

Powertel 502

The PowerTel 502 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. It includes a ringer base, charging base and two handsets. The handsets amplify incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the ringer base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones. The ringer and charging bases have a flashing visual ringer, and the handset also has a visual ring indicato

Powertel 58

The PowerTel 58 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button corded telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. It includes a base with corded handset. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones. The base has a flashing visual ring indicator. The phone features five equalizer tone settings, caller ID with 30

Powertel 580

The PowerTel 580 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. The handset amplifies incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones. The base has two flashing visual ringers, and the handset has an additional visual ring indicator. The phone features five equalizer tone settings, cal

Powertel 580 Combo

The PowerTel 580 Combo is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button corded and cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. It includes a base with corded handset, cordless handset and charging base for the cordless handset. Both handsets amplify incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones. The base has a flashing visual ri

Powertel 582

The PowerTel 582 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button cordless telephone with speakerphone and answering machine designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. It includes a ringer base with answering machine, charging base and two cordless handsets. The handsets amplify incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the ringer base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones. The ringer and charging bases have a flashing visual r

Powertel 601

The PowerTel 601 is a visual and vibrating telephone signal designed to alert people who are blind, hard of hearing or have low vision that the telephone is ringing. The PowerTel 601 is worn like a bracelet or wrist watch. This wireless device vibrates and an LED indicator flashes when a call is received. The unit is water resistant, has “low battery” and “out of range” indicator lights, and can be used for up to 50 hours in standby mode without recharging. When used as part of the PowerTel 68

Powertel 680

The PowerTel 680 is an amplified, hearing aid compatible, large button corded and cordless telephone with speakerphone, answering machine and visual and vibrating telephone signal designed for use by individuals who have low vision or are hard of hearing. It includes a base with corded handset, cordless handset and charging base for the cordless handset. Both handsets amplify incoming sound up to 50 decibels (dB), and the base offers five adjustable ringer levels up to 90 dB and nine ringtones.

Powervision

Powervision is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has an autofocus camera and a monitor set above a moveable tray on which reading material and other objects are placed. Magnified material is displayed on the monitor in full color, enhanced black and white, or other user-selected colors, in regular or wide view mode. A freeze frame feature helps keep items in view. The moveable viewing tray is made of aluminum with a light-absorbing non-stick table mat

Powervision Portable

Powervision Portable is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a high contrast flat screen monitor with a height-adjustable tilt and swivel stand, a height-adjustable roller attachment, and a camera unit. All display controls are camera mounted. Material can be displayed in standard, high contrast, and reverse image modes. User controlled contrast adjustments provide high contrast with different colored material. Print can be magnified between 4 to

Practice Communication Cards

Practice Communication Cards are a visual symbol training system, a symbolic language system, and symbolic language pictures designed for use by nonspeech or limited speech students. The notecards feature a line drawing on the front and a target word on the back for use as flash cards; i.e., the instructor shows the student a card, and the student tries to make the target response. Each set consists of 135 cards that test 42 words commonly used on communication boards. Instructions and suggesti

Pre-Made, Customizable Picture Schedules

The Pre-Made Customizable Picture Schedules are communication boards and independent living skills tutorials designed for use by children and adults with communication or cognitive disabilities. These Web-based, downloadable, pre-made and custom picture schedules are available for a variety of topics, with many available in versions specific to adults or children. Examples include the "Calm Down Picture Schedule," "Doctor Visit Picture Schedule," "Brush Teeth Picture Schedule, "Go to Work Pictur

Pre-Writing Switch.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: A child using a metal bolt as a writing implement can activate a tape player or other device by tracing the appropriate path on a metal cookie sheet. This activity strengthens fine motor and grasping skills. Describes a motion detection switch, constructed by soldering a subminiature plug to one end of a 4 inch conductor wire and wrapping the other end tightly around a 4 inch long metal bolt. Simple paths or letters are cut from paper or cardboard and

Precision Folding Magnifiers

The Precision Folding Magnifiers are designed to provide high power optics for individuals with low vision. They are available in three types of lenses; Achromatic, Aplanatic, and Biconvex. The Achromatic lens system is unique in that it is free from extraneous colors. It consists of coated lenses that are cemented together using different types of glass. The Aplanatic lens is two plano-convex glass lenses combined to provide distortion free optics. Some of the magnifiers are mounted in a black

Precision Scale Magnifiers (Models 1154-7, 1154-10 & 1152-6)

Precision Scale Magnifiers are designed for use in fields of engineering, printing and medicine for individuals with low vision. They provide precise measurings with distortion-free optics. There is close focusing by using the focus arresting ring. The magnifier includes interchangeable measuring scales for different applications. The lens is eithe Achromatic or Aplanatic with magnification ranging from 6x to 10x. The body is made of fiberglass reinforced polyamide. OPTIONS: An illumination unit

Predictable 4+

Predictable 4+ is a direct selection and scanning communicator program and a word prediction program. This Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) text-based mobile app is designed to help children and adults with communication or speech disabilities communicate via the app’s text-to-speech function. Predictable 4+ has an on-screen keyboard and offers word prediction and completion features. Based on letters the user has already typed in the message box, several different word predictio

Premier To Go

Premier to Go is an accessibility software module designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. The module is a portable USB drive loaded with ten software applications that support reading and writing. When connected to a computer's USB port, the module launches a floating toolbar from which the applications can be started. In addition to the software, the module has over 1.5 GB (gigabytes) of free storage space. Applications include Universal Reader

Presalert

PresAlert is an emergency alert system designed for use in independent living and assisted living facilities. The system includes a base unit and a wearable wireless transmitter and is designed to be added to an existing pull-cord system. If a fall occurs in a place where the user cannot reach the pull-cord, the user presses the wireless transmitter to activate the pull-cord. An audible tone assures the user that the system is summoning help. The transmitter is waterproof and is no larger than a

Press To Play Zoo, Press To Play Animals, & Press To Play Speedy

Press to Play Zoo, Press to Play Animals, and Press to Play Speedy are control switch training programs designed for use by children with physical or cognitive disabilities. Operating on a cause-and-effect principle, the games can be played in four modes: In Cause-and-effect, the child presses the switch, clicks the mouse, or touches the TouchWindow (the switch and TouchWindow are not included) at any time for action; Simple Scan mode seeks to develop beginning switch training skills; Complex Sc

Prestobraille Signmaker

The PrestoBraille Signmaker is a braille printer designed to produce Braille books and other documents at high speeds for individuals who are blind. This printer in particular is ideal for large signmakers who need Braille in the shortest form possible, but stamped through very thick materials. The industrial-strength signmaker is powered by compressed air. The message can be up to 30 characters long in the standard Library of Congress template and up to 24 characters long in the optional Califo

Primary Phonics Set 1

Primary Phonics Set 1, by Barbara W. Makar, is a braille reading tutorial program designed for children who are blind or have low vision. It includes ten storybooks, each containing a short story that introduces consonants, various sight words, and short vowels (a, e, i, o, u) as part of the reading experience. The text on each page is presented in large print, grade 1 braille, and grade 2 braille. For students with low vision, there are also illustrations. Each of the ten storybooks is approxim

Primer Of Braille Music (Models 6-01350-00, 8-01350-00, & 8-01360-00)

The Primer of Braille Music, models 6-01350-00, 8-01350-00, and 8-01360-00, by Edward W. Jenkins (1960 with 1971 addendum), is a manual for teaching music braille designed for students who are blind or have low vision. It teaches braille music in 30 lessons with braille music reading exercises. The braille edition (6-01350-00) includes both the original 1960 text and the 1971 addendum. There are separate print editions of the 1960 text (8-01350-00) and the 1971 addendum (8-01360-00).

Print 'n Play

Print 'N Play is a language tutorial program designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This program includes more than 50 bingo and mystery game boards for language skills. The CD-ROM also features motivational games for themes, holidays, and special occasions. The games can be printed directly from the CD-ROM or they can be dragged to the user's hard drive to enable the games to be customized. COMPATIBILITY: This CD-ROM contains versions for use on Macintosh

Print And Braille Literacy: Selecting Appropriate Learning Media (Models 6-01500-00, L-01500-00, & 8-01500-00)

Print and Braille Literacy: Selecting Appropriate Learning Media is a handbook designed to provide guidelines for use in evaluating the braille reading readiness of students who are blind or have low vision. It contains guidelines and informal evaluation processes to help users determine the most appropriate reading media or medium for each student. It is available in braille (model 6-01500-00), large print (model L-01500-00), and regular print (model 8-01500-00) editions.

Print, Play, And Learn: Old Macdonald's Farm

Print, Play, and Learn: Old MacDonald's Farm is a language tutorial program designed for use with children with cognitive, developmental, or multiple disabilities. This program includes 25 off-computer activities with 250 printable sheets relating to Old MacDonald's Farm, including board games, dot-to-dot, word puzzles, make a scene, flash cards, sentence strips, Concentration, and more. COMPATIBILITY: The hybrid CD-ROM includes versions for use on Macintosh and IBM and compatible computers. SYS

Prism Glasses

The Prism Glasses are designed for use by individuals with mobility or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. These glasses have right angle prisms to provide a 90-degree downward angle to enable users to read, write, or watch television while lying down without lifting or moving their heads. These glasses are made of high-impact styrene.

Prisma

Prisma is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This video magnifier can be attached to most standard television monitors using the television set's video input feature or a Video RF Modulator box from Radio Shack. This video magnifier has a variable magnification range of four to 35 times when connected to a 14-inch monitor, and six to 53 times when connected to a 20-inch monitor. This portable magnifier can be used at home, school, work, and other location

Prisma Vision

Prisma Vision is a portable video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This desktop-style magnifier has a color TFT (thin-film transistor) flat screen display. It magnifies documents from two to 17 times, and allows desktop-style reading and writing. Users can choose to view images in full color, positive mode (black letters on a white background), negative mode (white letters on a black background), or user-selected text and background colors. A tilt stand allows the user

Private Page

Private Page is a personal paging system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This system includes a base unit and one vibrating pager, has a range of two miles, toll-free customer service, and requires no monthly service fees or plans. The system can transmit 10 different message codes to up to 1000 pagers, saves message codes for one year, and offers a group page function. A four-digit LED display shows the pager number and message code. OPTIONS: Additional pagers and ext

Processing Program Level 1

The Processing Program Level 1 (2nd Edition) is designed for use by students who have difficulty processing or learning basic language structures and concepts, including those with attention deficit disorders, auditory processing disorders, autism, and cochlear implants. It is designed to assist students listen to and process increasingly complex directions and concepts. Level 1 targets 46 basic concepts and vocabulary words from the categories of singular and plural nouns, pronouns, sizes, colo

Processing Program Level 2-3

The Processing Program Level 2-3 (2nd Edition) is designed for use by students who have difficulty processing or learning basic language structures and concepts, including those with attention deficit disorders, auditory processing disorders, autism, and cochlear implants. It is designed to improve language-processing skills using a set of picture-identification tasks. Instructors learn how to identify the type of modifications needed for each child and then how to fade use of the AA technique.

Profile I, Profile Ii, & Profile Iii

Profile I: Headset held in place by a slim ear hook, weight 1/2 ounce, microphone is boom mounted with a pivot and telescoping adjustments. Profile II: headset is held in place with an ear loop which encircles the ear, several sizes available, same microphone as Profile I. Profile III: headset has an over the head flexible headband, padded T bar offset for comfort, ear cushion helps block out background noise. The Multi Porpose Amplifier offers universal compatibility between Profile headsets an

Profiler Mounting System

The Profiler Mounting System is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators. This system mounts to wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, strollers, or tables. Lightweight and adjustable, the unit is available for mounting on square or round tubing (specify choice) and can be moved to the side with the lift of a single lever when not in use. This system accommodates most communicators and notebook computers. The unit supports up to 15 pounds. OPTIONS: A variety of mounting plates and release optio

Profiler-Lite Mounting System

The Profiler-Lite Mounting System is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators or switch mounting hardware. This system mounts to wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, strollers, or tables with square, oblong, or round tubing. This system accommodates lightweight communicators and most switches and supports up to five pounds, including pressure on the device. The unit can be mounted on the right or the left side and the universal base mount can be adjusted 360 degrees from front to back and 180

Project Lifesaver

The Project Lifesaver is a GPS tracker designed for users with Alzheimer's, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other cognitive disabilities. The device is both a tracking device and a digital sports watch. PAL is worn on the wrist just like a normal wrist watch. The difference with PAL is that it will protect and locate your “At Risk” loved one if they wander. Along with the digital watch/transmitter PAL also has a portable receiver which notifies the caregiver of a wandering event using GPS technolo

Proloquo

Proloquo is a communicator and voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities or low vision. This program enables a computer to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak. Text typed into the program is spoken, and words and phrases can be custom set to be spoken with a mouse click or keystroke. The program can also speak messages associated with image-based speech panels designed w

Proloquo2Go

Proloquo2Go is a direct selection communicator and voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. Proloquo2Go displays a set of captioned SymbolStix symbols in a grid or list format, and the user selects a sequence of symbols to form a message. The p

Proloquo4Text

Proloquo4Text is a text-based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) iOS mobile app designed for children and adults with autism, cerebral palsy, ALS, or a communication or speech disability. Users can type their message into the message box known as the Text Pad using the built-in keyboard and the app’s word prediction and sentence prediction features. Proloquo4Text also provides access to a number of other menus known as Quick Blocks which are designed to support faster communication

Pronto! 18 V4

The Pronto! 18 V4 is a braille notetaker and voice output electronic organizer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision.. The Pronto! 18 features an 18-cell refreshable braille display, an 8-button ergonomic braille keyboard, clear sounding speech output, and a comprehensive suite of productivity applications that help make life easier at home, school, and at work. The device is lightweight and only about 6 inches wide, 3.5 inches deep, and just under an inch high. 

Prop-It 9-In-1 Easel

The Prop-It 9-in-1 Easel is a bookholder and easel designed for use in teaching children with disabilities. The unit comes with nine teaching tools: a big book easel, presentation easel, magnet board, dry erase board, felt board, chalk board, display, big-book storage rack, and an art easel. The unit folds flat for storage and portability. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 18 x 24 inches when folded.

Prop-It Book Rest

The Prop-It Book Rest is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, grasping disabilities, or arthritis. This unit holds any size printed material. It has an elastic page holder that keeps books open and loose material secure. DIMENSIONS: 8 x 11 inches when closed.

Prop-It Speech Therapists' Travel Kit

The Prop-It Speech Therapists' Travel Kit is a speech therapy kit containing a stand with bookholder and other items useful for assessment and training of individuals with speech disabilities. A collapsible plastic stand supports cards, mirrors, and magnetic boards. The stand has a ledge for holding papers and books, an adjustable band to keep books open, and adjustable supports to hold tall papers and books. The kit also includes a non-breakable mirror, a steel magnetic board with a dry erase w

Prophet

Prophet is a word prediction program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This program allows users to type long words with as few as two key strokes. It supports speech output and switch input through Switch Access for Windows (SAW). This word prediction program automatically learns any new words typed and updates its on-screen word lists to reflect the user's writing style and frequency of word use. As the user types the first one or two letters of a word, the pro

Protect911 3000 Series Voice To Voice System

The Protect911 3000 Series Voice to Voice System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a transmitter with a button which the user presses in case of an emergency. When the button is pressed, an emergency signal is transmitted to Protect911 Central, where an operator will make two-way voice contact through the system. Upon contact, the user is asked a series of

Protect911 Basic Non-Voice System

The Protect911 Basic Non Voice System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a transmitter with an emergency button, which the user presses in case of an emergency. When the button is pressed, an emergency signal is transmitted to a monitoring center, where an operator responds by calling the protected location by phone. Upon contact, the user is asked a series

Proteor Dialo

Proteor DialO is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This text-to-speech communication aid has two displays. The personal (front) display has four rows of text for showing messages being composed, up to five word prediction choices, and a sentence prediction choice. The rear display allows a partner to view two lines of text. Both displays feature adjustable contrast and backlighting. The rear display can be turned off for privacy. T

Provision32 For Windows

Provision32 for Windows is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. Magnification can be set from 1 to 16 times original size, with settings in quarter increments from 1 to 2 times; in half increments from 2 to 4 times; and in whole number increments from 4 to 16 times. Other features include multiple zoom windows, with the ability to set a viewpoint at a selected display area; font smoothing in all zoom windows to eliminate jagged edges without distorting

ProxTalker App

The ProxTalker App is a communication board creation program designed for use with individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to create single page communication boards that can be printed or displayed on a mobile device and used as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty communicating. The user takes pi

Ptv 100 Vibration Pad

The PTV 100 Vibrating Pad is a vibrating telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf, deaf blind, or hard of hearing. Designed to vibrate to alert user of an incoming call, this device can be placed conveniently under a pillow or cushion and plugs into a small socket on the base or side of an Amplicom PowerTel or other phones that have a vibrating pad connection. A user guide is included. WARRANTY: Two year manufacturer’s warranty.

Puff Ball Wizard

Puff Ball Wizard is designed for use by children and adults working on improving their breathing for speech. The user is encouraged to use a range of breath capacities to blow through a straw and move three very different balls through angles into scoring positions on a sloping wooden frame.

Puff-N-Sip Activated Phone (Model 1900 Va)

Puff-N-Sip Activated Phone, model 1900 VA, is a voice activated speakerphone with sip-n-puff capability intended for use by people with mobility and upper extremity disabilities. No manipulation or operation of switches or other mechanical devices is required for complete control of this telephone. To activate the dialing mode and turn the speakerphone on, the user puffs into the mouthpiece. Sipping on the mothpiece dials "0" for a local operator. To dial "00" for a long distance operator, the u

Pull-For-Help Emergency Caller

The Pull-for-Help Emergency Caller is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors and individuals with disabilities. The system comprises a waterproof cordless pull-for-help transmitter that can be worn around the neck or carried in a pocket and a portable base unit. This system sends a personalized, pre-recorded emergency voice message of up to 20 seconds to four different numbers. The system dials each number up to three times until the message is delivered. When the message is deliv

Puppet That Swallows, The

The Puppet that Swallows is an educational toy designed for use with children with swallowing or cognitive disabilities. This plush dog puppet has the ability to swallow food or its own included cookie to introduce and illustrate the concept of swallowing food. The puppeteer's hand fits comfortably in the back to control the mouth movement. The puppet has floppy ears, large brown eyes, and a warm smile. DIMENSIONS: 23 inches tall.

Purse Size Lighted Magnifier (Model 708)

The Purse Size Lighted Magnifier, model 708, is a magnifying lens with light. POWER: Battery operated; battery included. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 1.5 inches.

Puzzle Gripper

The Puzzle Gripper is a puzzle aid designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Designed to aid in picking up and manipulating cardboard puzzle pieces, coated paper-stock cards, or the pages of board books, this devices consists of a foam-covered wooden handle with a suction cup at one end and a wrist loop at the other. The suction cup is released from the puzzle piece, card, or page by rocking the gripper. DIMENSIONS (LxD): 6.5 x 1.5 inches.

Pva Personal Vision Assistant

The PVA Personal Vision Assistant is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This video magnifier can be connected to any size television. It has a 350,000 pixel camera with continuous auto focus and magnification up to 70 times on a 20-inch TV. Images can be viewed in full color, black and white, or in reverse mode in which black letters appear as white letters on a dark background. The camera comes with a magnetic mirror attachment that allows users to see th

Pvc Pencil Holder

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with limited hand or finger control to hold a pen, pencil, paint brush, or similar item. To make this device, drill a quarter-inch hole into the center of one of the PVC Tees. Assemble the pencil holder by attaching a PVC Tee to each end of the PVC Nipple. The parts may be threaded and will screw together. Thread the thumbscrew into the drilled hole. Place pencil, marker or paintbrush into the Tee and tighten with the thumbscrew until sec

Pvc Pencil Holder

“DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To create a pencil holder from PVC for use by individuals with grasping disabilities. First, drill a quarter-inch hole into a PVC tee at the center where all angles meet. Second, assemble the pencil holder by attaching a PVC tee to each end of a PVC nipple. Third, thread the thumb screw into the drilled hole. Fourth, place pencil, marker or paint brush into the tee and tighten with the thumb screw until secure. MATERIALS: Two half-inch PVC pressure tee connect

Qcharm

QCharm is a cueing and reminder charm bracelet designed for use by individuals with cognitive disabilities or autism. Cues slide onto the elastic bracelet and may be referred to by user to provide reminders of scheduled activities or other information. The kit includes two wristbands, two keychains, which can also hold charms, 30 icon charms, three reward charms, and a portable carrying case. COLOR: The charm bracelet is yellow and the charms are yellow with black designs.

Qicare

QiCare is a voice- or switch-controlled page turner designed for use by invidulas with mobility or severe physical disabilities. To use, the magazine or periodical is placed on the unit's reading surface and fixed in place with the built-in fastener. When activated by signal, this page-turning system uses a gentle movement to leaf through the pages, either forwards or backwards. The unit can be operated using a variety of controls, including voice control; Piko dual switch; finger switch; or pro

Qiktac

QikTac is a braille graphics program designed for the creation of braille or tactile graphics for individuals who are blind or have low vision. A drawing is first made using a mouse or by tracing and editing a picture using a TagPad (see separate entry). The drawing can then either be embossed using a braille printer, or printed in ink on braille graphics paper (capsule paper), which can then be turned into tactile graphics using a tactile graphics embosser. A Duxbury Braille font is included in

Qualikey

QualiKey is an on-screen keyboard program designed for use by individuals with severe physical or upper extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. This virtual keyboard enables users to type data directly into Windows applications, run and close applications, manage tasks, manage the start menu and shut down the computer, check on-line help and more. This progran can be fully customized to maximize and speed up the user's ability to input commands and text. QualiSet for QualiKey (included) en

Qualiphone

QualiPhone is a computer controlled telephone designed for use by individuals with severe physical, communication, or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This program has the capability to handle complex conversations, including questions and answers. It also offers specialized phone features and the capability to receive calls. Used in conjunction with QualiSpeak (see entry), the program enables the user to dial the desired number. The user composes one or more messages and ent

Qualiword

QualiWord is a word processor program designed for use by individuals with severe physical or upper extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. This program can be used in conjunction with QualiKey (not included; see entry) and enables users to open new or documents, create documents, and modify, save, print, and delete documents. Users can also create, delete, and modify personal folders to organize documents. Documents can also be faxed directly from the program or sent to mobile phones usin

Question Builder

Question Builder is an auditory perceptual training program, a language and reading tutorial program, and a writing skills training program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad to help children learn to answer abstract questions and create responses based on inference. Question Builder comes with three different

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Quick Release Mount (Model Qrm-2)

The Quick Release Mount, model QRM-2, is an accessory for mounting communication devices on wheelchairs. The mount holds the device firmly, yet allows removal with a flip of a lever. The mount is standard on most Prentke Romich mounting systems. OPTIONS: Adapters are available for Prentke Romich devices that use mounts from earlier wheelchair communication mounting kits, or any other mounting system using a 7/8 inch bar.

Quick Talk Aac

Quick Talk AAC is designed for individuals who require assist to communicate as a result of stroke, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, apraxia, and autism. It can be used in both the home and school environments. It is a mobile app that can be customized to meet the users needs. AAC Features: Profiles allow for multiple users and/or setups, Includes Smarty Symbols library of 11,000 symbols, Quick access to Yes/No from every screen (iPad), Ability to personalize all Profiles, Categories, and

Quick-Draw Paper (Model 1-04960-00)

Quick-Draw Paper, model 1-04960-00, is tactile graphics paper designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It allows users to create instant tactile graphics for a wide variety of art, orientation and mobility, diagramming, and educational activities. It responds quickly to water-based writing and drawing tools. When the user draws on its surface with a water-based marker, the lines swell instantly and become tactile. This gives children, students, and adults who are blind o

Quickeys 4

QuicKeys 4 is software program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities. With QuicKeys 4 the user can automate everyday tedious basic functions and things that are difficult to remember. This software allows the user to automate his or her computer in two ways: Abbreviations and Shortcuts. Abbreviations are words typed into a document that are then automatically replaced by QuicKeys with longer text. Shortcuts are collections of one or more steps that perfo

Quickfind Document Holder - Desk Top (Model 6160Nc)

The QuickFind Document Holder - Desk Top, model 6160NC, is a document stand designed to hold papers at a computer work station or at a table in a shared location. This unit holds frequently used documents, instructions, or other documents in polypropylene pages for quick reference. The polypropylene pages reduce glare and protect the documents. The unit's compact footprint requires minimal desk space and the angle adjusts for the best viewing position. The unit comes with a starter set of 10 pol

Quicklook Classic

Quicklook Classic is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This electronic magnifier has a built-in color TFT (thin-film transistor) liquid crystal display (LCD), with magnification ranging from 2 to 5.5 times original size. Images can be viewed in full color, black and white, or reverse black and white, with four contrast levels to enhance the image. The magnifier can be turned on by tilting the camera module. It comes with a neck strap and a protective lea

Quicklook Focus

The Quicklook Focus is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Its pushbutton autofocus electronic lens automatically adjusts to focus on objects from arm’s length to up close. The user can also select manual focus. The magnification goes from 3X to 18X in nine steps. A flip-out camera can be focused on the user's hand while writing or signing forms. The display is a high brightness LCD with a 16:9 ratio. Display modes include full color and high contrast read

Quicklook Zoom

The Quicklook Zoom is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a 16:9 aspect, TFT liquid crystal display screen with 3x to 18x digital magnification, 6 brightness levels for image enhancement, freeze frame, and flip camera writing mode. The Quicklook Zoom offers display options that include color, black and white,and reverse image, with multiple semi-color text and background choices. The unit has a rubberized grip for holding. A case is included. POWER:

Quickstart Communication Kit

The Quick Start Comunication Kit is designed to aid trainers in assisting and evaluating children with communication disabilities in learning to use communicators. The kit includes one BIGmack communicator (see separate entry), one LITTLEmack communicator (see separate entry), one LITTLE Step-by Step Communicator with Levels (see separate entry), three Snap Switch Caps (see separate entry), Making Connections resource book, BIGmack travel strap, foam-packed carrying case, and batteries.

QuickTalker 12

The QuickTalker 12 is an augmentative and alternative communication device designed for students with fine motor and upper extremity disabilities to enable independent communication. It is lightweight, rugged, easy-to-use, powerful and portable communication tool. With QuickTalker 12, students will be ready to start communicating in minutes. QuickTalker features a modern design yet rugged enough for everyday use. 

QuickTalker Freestyle

The QuickTalker Freestyle is a dynamic display speech generating device (SGD) with the critical options necessary for speech-language pathologists to better meet the unique needs of their clients with communication disabilities. QuickTalker Freestyle provides greater customization by harnessing the power of the iPad, and providing the opportunity to prescribe nearly any augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app to best meet the needs of the patient.

QuickTalker Freestyle iPad Air with WiFi Only

 QuickTalker Freestyle is a  customizable iPad-based speech generating device (SGD) with the options necessary for speech-language pathologists to better meet the  needs of people with communication disabilities.  Provides the  opportunity to prescribe nearly any augmentative and alternative communication app, and choose from a selection of protective cases. It is designed for people with learning and cognitive disabilities, as well as people with physical or motor disabilities. 

Quicktalker™ 23

QuickTalker™ 23 is a dedicated speech generating device designed for individuals with designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities. It comes with multiple message locations and five separate recording levels. QuickTalker™ 23 has 23 minutes of record time. There is a built-in carrying handle for transportation. DIMENSIONS: Activation Surface 2.17 x 1.2 inches & 1.2 x 1.2 inches. COLOR: White. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the man

Quicktalker™ 7

QuickTalker™ 7 is a dedicated speech generating device designed for individuals with communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities. It comes with multiple message locations and five separate recording levels. QuickTalker™ 7 has six minutes of record time. There is a built-in carrying handle for transportation. DIMENSIONS: Activation Surface 2.17 x 1.2 inches & 3.25 x 2.65 inches. COLOR: White. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Quicktalker™S

QuickTalker™ S is a dedicated speech generating device designed for individuals communication, speech, neurological, or severe physical disabilities. The QuickTalker S provides sequential communication and a proximity sensor activation surface that can be activated with a very light touch or by waiving a hand within 10-millimeters of it. Users activate QuickTalker S to play the first message and then activate again to play each additional message. It has 30 seconds of record time. DIMENSIONS: Ac

Quicktionary Ii Multi

The Quicktionary II Multi is a hand-held scanner designed for use by individuals with reading disabilities or low vision. Completely portable, this pen-style scanner enables the user to scan words or a line of text in French or Spanish and see and hear them pronounced and translated wherever needed. This scanner can be set for right- or left-handed use and recognizes more than 300,000 words and phrases. Words, their translations, and definitions are displayed on the scanner in a large font and c

Quietcare

QuietCare is a remote health monitoring and emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with Alzheimer's disease, cognitive disabilities, or balance disabilities. This system consists of five small, wireless motion sensors placed in strategic locations throughout the home, such as the bedroom, the bathroom, and areas where medication is stored. This system "learns" each individual's normal behavioral patterns and notes any significant changes from them. The system reports d

Rainbow Bottle

The Rainbow Bottle is a breathing control exerciser designed for use by children with respiratory, oral motor, and speech disabilities. Blowing into the bottle causes string to spiral into the air and back through bottle which encourages prolonged blowing and visual tracking.

Rainbow Sentences

Rainbow Sentences is a reading, language and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by children with language, developmental or learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, or adults with aphasia. This interactive application (or app) is intended to help the user learn how to recognize the parts of sentences such as nouns, verbs, and prepositions, improve their understanding of how combinations of these parts create basic sentence structure. Students have the opportunity to record thei

Raised Line Checkbook For Educational Purposes (Model 1-03500-00)

Checks printed with raised lines on regulation checkbook paper and interleaved with braille paper for stub record keeping. Entire booklet is bound in perfect binding, and checks are perforated for easy detachment. Each booklet contains 50 checks and stubs. For educational purposes.

Raised Line Drawing Kit: Basic (23-5901-6) & Complete (23-6001-4)

The Basic and Complete Raised Line Drawing Kits are braille and raised line drawing kits designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Kits contain drawing materials and equipment needed to create raised line drawings of mathematical and geometrical diagrams, etc., in actual representation (not in reverse). The Basic Kit, model 23-5901-6, includes 100 sheets of Mylar (10-inch square), a 12-inch braille ruler, a pencil stylus, and an 11.5-inch square drawing board with a rubbe

Raised Line Drawing/labeling Kit (Model 1600)

The Raised Line Drawing/Labeling Kit, model 1600, is a tactile drawing kit for making labels and raised drawings on readily available paper or index cards. The kit includes instructions, 8 x 10 inch felt clip board, sample materials, ball point pen, heavy duty stylus, 1-line braille slate, and 1 roll of 1/2-inch Rotex tape. The ball point pen, or other blunt object, can be used to create raised line drawings; block or Braille lettering can be done freestyle with the stylus.

Ram Mounts Ez-On/off Flexible Seat Clamp Mount

The RAM Mounts EZ-ON/OFF Flexible Seat Clamp Mount is a stand for a tablet computer, cell phone holder and a computer mounting kit for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with use of only one hand, or mobility, lower extremity or upper extremity disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This mount consists of a universal mount with clamp and 2.5-inch diameter ball base, an 18-inch flex rod, a single socking mounting system, and a custom high strength composite non-locking cradle holder for the

Rand Voice Amplifier

Rand Voice Amplifier is a small, portable voice amplifier that can be clipped on to a person's pocket or belt. A small unidirectional microphone is held to the lips; the voice comes out amplified through the main unit amplifier. POWER: 9 volt battery. DIMENSIONS: 2.63 x 4.13 x 1.04 inches. WEIGHT: 10.5 ounces.

Random House Audiobooks

Random House Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Titles are available in both abridged and unabridged formats and on cassettes and compact discs. Titles are published for both children and adults. The backlist includes more than 200 children's titles, with 50 to 60 new children's titles published annually. Among the children's authors are J.K. Rowling, Judy Blume, Beverly Cleary, Brian Jacques, Madeline L'Engle, Gary Paulsen, E.B. White

Randomizer

The Randomizer is a random message communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device can record a series of messages and play them back in a random order. The Randomizer offers 90 seconds of recording time per level. Levels are independent and messages can be recorded in any order. Messages can be played by touching the surface of the device or using a connected external switch. Modes of operation include single message, jumble (messa

Randt Memory Test

The Randt Memory Test evaluates mild to moderate memory loss in a variety of neurologically involved populations, including the elderly. The test consists of modules which evaluate primary, rote, associative, discourse, and incidental memory functions. A picture recognition and recall paradigm and general information section are also part of the test. The test takes 20-25 minutes to administer, plus an optional 5-minute follow-up 24 hours later by telephone or in person. The Randt test must be a

Rapidtext

RAPIDTEXT is a software program that interprets information from a steno machine and translates it into text. In a lecture situation, such as a classroom, a stenographer would translate what is being said onto the steno machine. The information is then translated into English and sent to a computer screen on the desk of a deaf person. If the deaf person wishes to communicate, he may signal the stenographer and then begin typing from the computer keyboard; his message would be received and read b

Rastronics Telephone Induction Amplifier Ta80/1

The Rastronics Telephone Induction Amplifier is a telephone adapter for telecoil-equipped hearing aids only. It is not an actual amplifier, but instead strengthens the induction field of the telephone. As a result, non- hearing aid compatible telephones are converted into hearing aid compatible phones and weak telecoils are improved. The Rastronics TA-80 straps onto the telephone handset. It comes with a carrying case for traveling. This device automatically turns off. The TA-80 is powered by on

Rastronics Telephone Induction Amplifier Ta80/2

The Rastronics Telephone Induction Amplifier TA80/2 is a telephone adapter for telecoil-equipped hearing aids only. The device is not an actual amplifier, but instead strengthens the induction field of the telephone. As a result, non-hearing aid compatible telephones are converted into hearing aid compatible phones, and weak telecoils are improved. The TA80/2 straps onto the telephone handset. A carrying case is included for traveling. Automatically turns off. The TA80/2 differs from the TA80/1

Rastronics Telephone Induction Amplifier Ta80/3

The Rastronics Telephone Induction Amplifier TA80/3 is a telephone adapter for telecoil-equipped hearing aids only that was designed for TV listening also. The device is not an actual amplifier, but instead strengthens the induction field of the telephone. As a result, non-hearing aid compatible telephones are converted into hearing aid compatible phones and weak telecoils are improved. The TA80/3 is powered by one Mercury 675 battery (not included)

Ray

The RAY is a cellular phone configured for use by people who are blind or have low vision. The RAY is a fully functional Huawei Vision smartphone with an Android operating system that has been modified to simplify navigation through the phone's functions and applications (apps) and to provide voice input for certain functions and apps as well as voice output for all screen content using text-to-speech technology. In addition to basic smartphone capabilities such as calling, text messaging, calen

Rayon Cloth Tissues

The Rayon Cloth Tissues are wipes designed for use by individuals with low vision. The vision cloths are intended for use on glass and plastic lenses, these tissues do not contain silicone. 150 sheets in a pop-up dispenser pack. 

Reach Adapted Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication System

The REACH Adapted Mayer-Johnson Picture Communication System is a symbolic language picture library designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The pictures can be used with any of the REACH onscreen keyboard products (see separate entries). Two sets are available. The smaller set contains more than 2,800 pictures, enough to fill the keyboard system for speech augmentation that comes with REACH. The larger set contains over 6,000 pictures, any of which

Reach Interface Author

The REACH Interface Author is an on-screen keyboard, word prediction, and software authoring program designed to increase computer accessibility for people with upper extremity or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. REACH includes a variety of on-screen keyboards; word prediction with four vocabulary settings from 7,000 to 45,000 words, as well as customizable user dictionaries; two built-in augmentative communication systems, including one with a system of more than 120 "speech

Read & Write Gold, Read & Write Gold For Mac, & Read & Write Gold Mobile

Read & Write Gold, Read & Write Gold for Mac, and Read & Write Gold Mobile are voice output word processor programs designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities. All three versions include text to speech, dual color highlighting, TextHelp voices, audible phonetic spell checker, audible homophone support, context-based speech-enabled word prediction, audible dictionary, Word Wizard, and scanning from paper or a saved image. Other features include pronounciation control,

Read With Me (Set 1)

Read With Me (Set 1) is a sign language video program designed to demonstrate storytelling techniques for parents who have children with hearing disabilities. The video teaches the best ways to position the book while signing, how to utilize facial expressions and body movements to animate the story, and how to simplify the language and sign concepts in a clear, visual manner. This signing program is available either in American Sign Language (ASL) and Manual Coded English (MCE) versions and bot

Read With Me (Sets 2 Through 8)

Read With Me (Sets 2 Through 8) are sign language video programs designed to demonstrate storytelling techniques for parents who have children with hearing disabilities. Each video features one, two, or three stories signed in American Sign Language (ASL). Set 2 includes Where the Wild Things Are and More Bunny Trouble (33 minutes long). Set 3 includes How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Wolf's Chicken Soup (41 minutes). Set 4 includes The Mitten: A Ukranian Folk Tale and King Bidgood's in th

Read&write For Google

Read&Write for Google™ is an app designed to make Google Apps for Education accessible for those with reading and writing difficulties, learning disabilities such as Dyslexia, or English Language Learners. This app provides access to Google Docs, Web, PDFs, ePubs, and Kes files within Google Drive on PCs, Macs, or Chromebooks. Read&Write for Google™ offers the following features: Read Aloud with dual-color highlighting, Word Prediction, Translator, Talking and Picture Dictionaries, Fact

Read, Write & Type

Read, Write & Type is a software tutorial program designed to teach reading and writing for children who have a learning disability. Designed for children aged 6-8 years, it builds early phonics and reading skill while children learn to write and type on the computer. It does this by teaching children to type by linking speech sounds with specific finger motions. The program introduces 40 speech sounds of the English language in a sequence carefully designed to allow children to quickly prog

Read:outloud

Read:OutLoud is a voice output and reading tutorial program designed for use by students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, or low vision. The user opens a file or browses the Internet and clicks “speak.” The program reads the content aloud in human-sounding voices. Read:Outloud can read text in the following formats: PDF, DAISY 3, Microsoft “Save As Daisy,” Bookshare files, Rich Text Format (RTF), .txt, HTML, XML, and Pearson’s HTMLbook format. Words are highlighted onscreen as they are read

Read2Go

Read2Go is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a voice output electronic book (e-book) reader for books in the standard DAISY format. From within the app, the user can browse, search, download, and read books directly from Bookshare (Bookshare membership required), as well as read DAISY books from other sources. When Read2Go audio is on, Read2Go

Readability Application

Readability is a mobile application that turns any Web page into a clean, customizable view for reading now or later. Articles can be saved and read at a later time, as well. This application is also a tool for the blind and vision-impaired, as documents can be audibly read aloud to a reader, via a smart phone, tablet or computer. Additionally, the reading speech can be altered as needed and articles can be shared. POWER: Apple or Android devices required. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the ma

Reader 2, The

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To hold a book or magazine in view for an individual with limited use of arms and hands lying in bed. A lightweight platform was constructed of 3/8-inch plywood, with the overall dimensions being determined by the needs of the user. The platform is equipped with four legs that allow the device to span the user's body. The legs can also be adapted to fit over bed rails. The surface of the platform is angled to provide an optimal reading angle for the user. OPTION

Reader Rabbit 1 & 2

Reader Rabbit 1 & 2 are academic tutorial programs designed to strengthen reading, spelling, word recognition and vocabulary skills for children with a developmental disability. Reader Rabbit 1 is an early reading program featuring challenging, game-like activities with an acrobratic rabbit, animated graphics and sound effects. There are four imaginative, sequenced games with activities that help beginners improve letter and word recognition, memory skills and vocabulary. Reader Rabbit 2 is

Reader Rabbit 3

Reader Rabbit 3 is a reading tutorial program designed to build reading skills while improving writing, vocabulary and thinking skills. This program offers four animated activities, from investigative reporting to movie reviews, with over 200 stories, to develop skills with words in context and reading comprehension. It offers options for customization of vocabulary and reading levels to enable parents to tailor the learning to each child's unique abilities. COMPATIBILITY: CD-ROM for windows or

Reader Rabbit's Reading Development Library

Reader Rabbit's Reading Development Library is an electronic book designed to build reading, writing and typing skills for children with a learning disability. There are two levels each offering two classic tales from three different characters' points of view. So, basically each level offers six unique stories. Each reading level in the series is targeted to a specific level of reading development and is geared towards children ages 5-7. They are graduated in difficulty and build upon the other

Reader Rabbit's Ready For Letters

Reader Rabbit's Ready for Letters is an academic tutorial program designed to develop reading readiness for children with developmental or physical disabilities. Pre-readers take an adventure to Grandma and Grandpa Rabbit's house to find a home full of letters to find, colors and shapes to match, and sounds to make children laugh. There are six animated activities that combine reading readiness instruction with imaginative play. Students develop visual discrimination, build letter recognition, l

Reading Bridge

The Reading Bridge is a language tutorial program designed to introduce vocabulary and sentence structure for individuals with a hearing or developmental disability. This series is designed to make the transition Reading Milestones Level 8 (see separate entry) to sixth grade basal books. It provides students with a firm foundation in vocabulary and concept development as well as study and comprehension skills. Divided into two levels, each of the four books in the Reading Bridge program consists

Reading Comprehension Cards Levels 1 & 2 (Models N51-6-Ws & N62-8-Ws)

Reading Comprehension Cards Levels 1 and 2, models N51-6-WS & N62-8-WS, are reading tutorial flash cards designed for use by children with learning disabilities. There are 210 cards in Level 1 and 200 cards in Level 2. Each card has a short reading passage (fiction or non-fiction) on the front and three comprehension questions on the back involving 11 reading comprehension skills: main idea; making inferences; paraphrasing; fact versus opinion; vocabulary; sequencing; predicting; cause and e

Reading Comprehension For Adolescents

Reading Comprehension for Adolescents is a reading tutorial program designed to increase literal and inferential comprehension skills. Ten short stories on topics of interest to adolescent students are used. The literal lesson requires comprehension of information provided in the story. The inferential lesson requires the student to make inferences about the information provided in the story. The program also teaches strategies for reading comprehension. The story may also be hidden after it is

Reading Desk With Storage

The Reading Desk with Storage is a bookholder with storage desk designed for use by people who cannot hold books or who use wheelchairs. The unit features a top that can be tilted to 10 positions and is equipped with a rim to prevent items from sliding off. A foam-padded base keeps the desk from sliding. Storage space for papers, books, and writing instruments is provided under the top. DIMENSIONS: 10.5 x 19 inches. The unit folds to 2 inches thick.

Reading Desk With Storage (Model 4064)

The Reading Desk with Storage, model 4064, is a lightweight portable desk with storage designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or those who use wheelchairs. Designed to store small books, paper, writing/drawing materials and utensils, this bookholder has a bottom rim, and tilts to ten positions. Constructed of walnut grain plastic with aluminum position bar. DIMENSIONS: 10 1/2 by 19 inches, folds to 2 inches thick.

Reading Focus Card (Models 001 & 002)

The Reading Focus Card, models 001 and 002, is a typoscope for use as a reading aid for people who have low vision, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, and forms of autism. It is a plastic card with a rectangular slot in the middle. The card is placed over printed text so that the slot reveals only a single line of text. After the user reads the line of text, he or she moves the card down to reveal the next line. SIZES: Model 001 for regu

Reading Milestones Levels 1,2,3

Reading Milestones Levels 1, 2, 3 are language tutorial programs designed to teach important words and simple sentence structure while building a solid foundation for reading for children with learning or developmental disbilities as well as those with hearing disabilities. This program introduces simple vocabulary, sentence structures, and comprehension skills. The Readers and Workbook exercises focus first on words, then phrases, sentences, and finallly the story. Information is presented slow

Reading Milestones Levels 4,5,6

Reading Milestones Levels 4, 5, 6 are language tutorial programs designed to expand vocabulary and sentence structure comprehension while reinforcing words learned in Levels 1,2 and 3 (see separate entry) for children with learning or developmental disbilities as well as those with hearing disabilities. This program is designed to expose students to a variety of literature and increase comprehension. They are challenged to think more deeply and abstractly about what they are reading. Information

Reading Milestones Levels 7, 8

Reading Milestones Levels 7, 8 are language tutorial programs designed to expand vocabulary and sentence structure comprehension while reinforcing words learned in Levels 1,2,3 and 4,5,6 (see separate entries) for children with learning or developmental disbilities as well as those with hearing disabilities. In this series, stories are more complex and new words are increasingly more challenging. It is designed to bring children to a fourth grade reading level. There are 10 different readers and

Reading Stand

The Reading Stand is a stand with a book holder designed to enable a user to read or draw while keeping a straight posture. The wooden stand consists of a 3/8-inch plywood working surface supported by a frame made of pine. The book holder is a metal L-shaped section fixed to the bottom of the board to support books, large print or Braille materials, or artwork. PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT: Designed by John Duffus for persons who must keep a straight posture, and for persons who cannot support reading

Reading Stand For Bed

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with quadriplegia to read in bed. This device is attached to saddle-style mountings which rest on the bed rails. The holder can be moved closer to or farther from the user by sliding it along the rails. Tri-stud adjustments on either side permit up and down adjustment. The lectern surface is mounted on a 19 millimeter stainless steel frame, and the angle can be adjusted using a tri-stud clamp at the back. Movable elastic bands tied around the le

Reading Time Communicator (Model 1524)

The Reading Time Communicator, model 1524, is an electronic storybook reader designed for use by children with communication or cognitive disabilities. Any size book is clipped to the communicator and each page of text is recorded using the six built-in mini-gumball switches. Next, a colored sticker is fixed to each book page to correspond to the colored switches. (When the book has more than six pages, the story is continued on the next level.) To hear the story, the child presses the switch th

Readingmaze

ReadingMaze is a language tutorial program designed to introduce early reading skills and vocabulary for individuals who are developmentally or physically disabled. Students learn by solving picture, letter, word and sentence problems. ReadingMaze includes over 350 levels of learning and cover eight different skill areas including: matching letters and pictures; understanding simple sentences; following instructions; identifying incomplete sentences; identifying true/false statements; following

Readingpen2

The ReadingPen2 is a hand-held scanner designed for individuals with reading disabilities. Completely portable, this pen-style scanner is adjustable for right-or left-handed use and enables the user to scan words or a full line of text and see and hear them pronounced wherever needed. A history of the last 80 words scanned is retained. The unit recognizes six to 22 point text, bold, italics, underlining, inverted text, and text from left-to-right or from right-to-left. Individual units include m

Readspeaker Docreader

ReadSpeaker docReader is a voice output text to speech digital document conversion program designed to provide a voice output option for a wide variety of Web-based content. ReadSpeaker docReader code is added to online documents to add the option for any user to click on a "Listen" button to hear the content of that document. Its thumbnail navigation function enables the user to navigate easily and directly to each page of the document. A toolbar at the top of the page enables the user to brows

ReadSpeaker TextAid

ReadSpeaker TextAid is a literary support system designed to help individuals with learning disabilities read and write more independently. This web-based, personal reading assistant uses bimodal presentation and aspects of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to let individuals listen to an audio version of content while reading along with the highlighted text. This text can come from websites, emails, scanned documents, textbooks, PDFs, and more.

Readtext & Readtext Plus

ReadText and ReadText Plus are voice output text reader and web browser program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or reading disabilities. It speaks digital files and web pages, including on-line books and PDF files. It can also magnify text and change the type face and color of the text. For people with dyslexia and other reading challenges, the program highlights and associates the visual and verbal word together for future recognition. ReadText comes with AT&

Ready Set Sign! Music Book with CD

Ready Set Sign! Music Book with CD is a product designed for music class to teach children to become familiar with sign language and to sing songs in sign language. The CD comes with all 20 songs in sign.

Rechargeable Sound Monitor

The Rechargeable Sound Monitor is designed for use by individuals who have hearing disabilities. The unit may be placed in any room to monitor sounds such as a baby's cry, a timer, or other household activity. This device features an adjustable sensitivity level, permitting a range of sound levels to be monitored. POWER: Uses normal household current or the built-in rechargeable battery.

Rectangular Reader (Model H73363)

The Rectangular Reader, model H73363, is a hand-held magnifying lens with a plastic frame and handle. The lens provides a 10-inch focal length, 4 diopters. DIMENSIONS: 2 x 4 inch lens. WEIGHT: 6 ounces.

Rectangular Stand Magnifiers (Models 2623, 2625 & 2622)

The Rectangular Stand Magnifiers, models 2623, 2625 and 2622, are magnifiers with a large field lens designed to permit binocular viewing for individuals with low vision. These magnifiers are ideal for reading newsprint. A transparent plastic base lets in maximum light for clear viewing. The base is open for marking and writing. The lens is an aspheric PXM lightweight lens with a Duplex coating and is mounted in a white plastic frame. Magnification ranges from 3x to 4x. Model 2622 may be turned

Redcat Access

Redcat Access™ is designed for use by children with attention deficit and auditory processing disorders. It is a compact classroom-audio system that provides access to direct instruction, flexible two-way communication, dynamic redirection, student monitoring and assessment. It is designed for children with learning disabilities or auditory processing disorders. When combined with the Flexcat, its use is expanded from whole class instruction to small group, student-centered learning across chan

Redlite

Optical pointer produces a focused red target pattern on a wall or any object within three feet of the user. Consists of pointer assembly 3 1/ 2 inches long and 5/8 inch in diameter, elastic handband for mounting the light, and battery pack and cable. Weighs less than a single AA battery. Operates for over 200 hours on two C alkaline cells. Mounts on a cap or on a pair of glasses. PVC construction with solid state optical element.

Reizen Prism Bed Spectacles

The Reizen Prism bed spectacles are designed for persons under bed-rest, for a long-term or short-term condition, but can be used by anyone who is more comfortable lying down while reading or watching TV. These glasses allow a clear picture without straining of the neck. High quality lens and frames. DIMENSIONS: 5 3/8 inches length x 1 ¼ width. COLOR: black/red frames.

Reizen Vision Cctv System (Models Rvb-1314, Rvb-25, Rvc-1314, & Rvc-25)

The Reizen Vision CCTV System is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV system includes a camera stand and a monitor in a side-by-side configuration. The camera stand has a CCD (charge-coupled display) camera with zoom lens, lighting, and a moveable X/Y table. The stand provides a large open work area that can be used for crafts, artwork, or industrial inspection, as well as for reading and writing. The display features reverse video. This system is available w

Remote Extend-A-Chime Transmitter And Receiver (Model 40120)

The Remote Extend-A-Chime Transmitter and Receiver, model 40120, is a doorbell signal designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This unit is designed to allow the doorbell to be heard anywhere in the house. When the doorbell is rung, the transmitter activates the receiver, which is plugged into a wall outlet.

Remote Visual Doorbell Clock

The Remote Visual Doorbell Clock is a doorbell signal with flashing alarm clock designed for use by individuals who are visually impaired and/or hard of hearing. This wireless system can trigger 39 different musical options or emit a bright flashing light on top of a clock. The clock light also functions as a standard alarm clock and stopwatch and works up to 160 feet away from the doorbell. POWER: Uses 4 triple-A batteries or alternating current (AC) adapter (adapter included).

Repeat

Speech aid. Stuffed animal houses 2 way intercom. Enables therapist to talk through animal from outside room. Eyes of animal light up when sound is picked up.

Rescue Alert Medical Alert System

The Rescue Alert Medical Alert System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with disabilities who are at risk for falling or for medical emergencies. The system includes a panic button that is worn by the user as a necklace or bracelet, and a base unit that plugs into a telephone jack. When pressed, the panic button activates the base unit, which calls into the manufacturer's Response Center, where an attendant speaks to the user through

Rescue Speech System

Rescue Speech System is a scanning communication system based upon a Laser 128 or Apple IIGS computer. The user controls the system by activating any single switch. A program running on the computer presents the user with menus of letters, phrases or commands. The user activates the switch when the scanning cursor arrives at the desired choice. The menus are set up in a hierarchical system: the user moves to the desired menu of choices (for instance a set of phrases classified by topic), and the

Residentcare 8500 Series Voice Dialer

ResidentCare 8500 Series Voice Dialer is a call system and emergency alert system designed for use in nursing homes, retirement facilities, or congregate living facilities by seniors or individuals with disabilities. The system includes a wireless transmitter that is wearable by the user. When a transmitter is is activated, the system automatically calls up to six telephone numbers and plays a verbal emergency identification message up to 20 seconds long. After the emergency message is played, t

Residentcare Nurse Call +

ResidentCare Nurse Call + is a call system and emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities living in a nursing home. The system allows the user to activate an existing "pull cord" nurse call system through a wireless transmitter. Transmitters are wearable and come in pendant or wristwatch styles. The receiver uses a 433.92 megaHertz (MHz) operating frequency. Transmitters have visual light emiting diode (LED) and audible status indicators. The standard kit

Response Ability Personal Emergency Response System

The Response Ability Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is an emergency alert system with monitoring servce designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. This system brings help in any crisis situation, such as a fall, burn, or other household accident, even if the user cannot get to a telephone. In such a situation, the user presses the help button on a waterproof pendant transmitter. The pendant then signals a base unit connected t

Responselink Personal Emergency Response System

The ResponseLink Personal Emergency Response System is an emergency alert and medication reminder system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with mobility disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. The system includes a two-way voice unit that connects to a telephone line and a pendant that can be worn on the user's wrist or around the neck. To contact a help center, the user pushes a red "Emergency" button on either the tabletop unit or on

Reversible Prism Glasses

The Reversible Prism Glasses are designed for individuals with spinal cord injury or severe physical disabilities. The glasses have two settings to help people confined to one position for a long period of time. In one setting, a user can lie down on a bed, and easily view the television without lifting their head. Change the prism setting, and a standing person who is unable to lift their head can see straight in front of them. Changing the setting requires removing a small hand screw and reset

Right Angle Pockets (Models 1532 & 1533)

The Right Angle Pocket, models 1532 and 1533, are utensil or pen holders designed for use by individual with arthritis or limited manual dexterity or gripping ability. A leather cuff (not included) attaches to metal bracket for use with universal cuff. Model 1532 is a single pocket holder that positions utensils or pens at right angle to the palm and turns to the best angle for writing. Model 1533 is a double pocket holder that fits standard and round pens, pencils and tootbrushes. The holders c

Right-Line Paper And Stop-Go Right-Line Paper (Models 90B10W, 90B10N & 90B10S)

Right-Line and Stop-Go Right-Line Paper is writing paper with raised lines designed for use by people who have difficulty staying within the lines of other writing paper such as individuals with upper extremity or fine motor disabilities or vision impairment. Both papers are printed on white stock. Right-Line paper has raised lines superimposed on printed green lines to allow the user to feel the line. Stop-Go Right-Line has red and green printed lines, with the raised line superimposed on the r

Rigid Acrylic Card Magnifier with Vinyl Case

The Rigid Acrylic Card Magnifier with Vinyl Case is designed for use by individuals with low vision to magify small print. The credit card sized magnifier is portable and can be used for reading small print of menu, directions, telephone books and more.

Ring-Pen

The RinG-Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by people with arthritis, hand tremors, or other hand disabilities. The pen creates stability and reduces pain and stress by enabling the user to slip one finger through a ring on the barrel and supporting the barrel on each side with the remaining fingers. Serrations on the barrel also assist in optimizing positioning for the writer's needs. Made of durable, lightweight plastic, the pen features a non-corrosive metal tip and a removable cap wit

Ringmaster Super Loud Ringer/flasher (Models Rf105 & Rf110)

The Ringmaster Super Loud Ringer/Flasher, models RF105 and RF110, is a telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It can be used with regular telephones and model RF110 can also be used with a cell phone. The Ringmaster Super Loud Ringer/Flasher alerts the user to the ringing of the phone both audibly with an amplified ring that has an adjustable volume up to 95 decibels (dB) and visually with a bright visible flashing light. The user can select a ring from

Ringmax

RINGMAX is a signal amplifier designed to amplify the telephone ringer for individuals with hearing disabilities. This high output ringer has a maximum volume of 90 decibels and features adjustable volume, tone, and warble. The cable and Y jack are included. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (included). WARRANTY: One year.

Roberts Book Holder

The Roberts Book Holder is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Available in plastic or designer lucite, this unit holds books, newspapers, magazines, or individual sheets of paper at a comfortable angle for reading. The unit consists of a base with 10 roles of holes, a book support and a set of pegs. The pegs are placed in the appropriate holes to accommodate the width and thickness of the material; the pegs keep the book in position and prevent unwant

Robo Talk (Model 1413)

The Robo Talk, model 1413, is direct selection communicator designed for use by children with with severe physical and communication disabilities. This robot-style head has pronounced features. Pushing on the eyes, ears, nose, or mouth causes the corresponding recorded message to play. Lights turn on when message plays. The unit allows recording of four five-second messages. This device can be wall-mounted using the included accessories. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (not included). DIMENS

Robots4Autism "Milo"

Robots4Autism is a research based curriculum designed for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder that can teach them social skills as they can interact with Milo, the robot. Milo can adjust his speech to the child's level of engagement, as the robot can read the child's emotions and level of attentiveness. Research shows that (1) Robots4Autism uses Evidence-Based Practices to discover relevant social information to teach social skills; (2) Children with autism are more engaged with Mil

Rocket Reader

The Rocket Reader is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals with cognitive or learning disabilities. Designed for use on a pocket PC, this audio book reader has been simplified by removing text-based instructions and menus, utilizing the efficiency of pictures and audio to guide the end user through the book selection and reading process. COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with books from Audible.com only.

Rocking Communicator (Model W31458)

The Rocking Communicator, model W31458, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This communicator has an oval-shaped rocking plate with two brightly-colored contrasting sides. The unit plays two 10-second messages on each of the two sides. Messages can be recorded that require the user to make choices, make yes/no responses to questions, or for other messages. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.5 x 4 x 12 inches. COLORS: Red an

Rocking Two Message Communicator With Light (Model 1409)

The Rocking Two Message Communicator with Light, model 1409, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. The unit plays two 10-second messages when the plates are pressed; two switch outputs allow two connected devices to be activated with the messages. A light activates with the switch. The messages can be re-recorded as needed. Icon holders are attached to the switch plate to enable pictures to be inserted. POWER: Uses four double-A batterie

Rocking Two Message Say It Play It (Model 1410)

The Rocking Two Message Say It Play It, model 1410, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. The unit plays two 10-second messages when the plate is pressed; two switch outputs allow two connected devices to be activated with the messages. The messages can be re-recorded as needed. Icon holders are attached to the switch plate to enable pictures to be inserted. Two one-eighth inch to one-eighth inch cords are included. POWER: Uses four doub

Rollbuster (Model 1-03195-00)

RollBuster, model 1-03195-00, is an anti-roll device for a monocular lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. These friction-fit rings come in pairs that fit on each end of a monocular. They have flat outer edges to prevent rolling, and are shock-absorbent to provide some protection from impact. The rings come in packs with one pair each in the shape of a triangle, square, and hexagon, and two pairs in the shape of a pentagon. These rings do not interfere with monocular focusing or

Rolling Floor Mount

The Rolling Floor Mount is a mobile stand for a communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. The Rolling Floor Mount posiitions devices such as the ComLink Enable Eyes systems. This versatile mount uses ratcheting hand knobs for adjustment of the joints. It features four locking rubberized casters to maintain a position with out having the unit move in an unwanted direction. For vertical adjustment, it fe

Rolling Into Place - Rolling Right Along Series (Model 1-08450-00)

Rolling Into Place - Rolling Right Along Series, model 1-08450-00, is a tactile book designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This interactive tactile storybook teaches and reinforces important hand skills and basic directional concepts as the child moves a Velcro ball through the book. The four-panel, accordion-style storybook encourages uninterrupted movement and keeps the ball "holding on" until it becomes the "nose" on a "great big face." The Velcro ball (the main chara

Rolling Right Along Construction Kit (Model 1-08451-00)

The Rolling Right Along Construction Kit, model 1-08451-00, is a tactile book designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. This kit allows teachers and parents to construct books similar to Rolling Into Place from American Printing House (see separate entry), an interactive tactile storybook, using included accordion-folded panels, Velcro pathways, and accessory items such as braillable sheets and Sticky Dots adhesive. Self-designed books can be tailored to the interests and ne

Rolltalk Designer

The Rolltalk Designer is designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism and by caregivers, educators, therapists and parents working with people with these disabilities. The Rolltalk is a tool for communication programs for both young and old. The program has a large amount of finished content, both symbolic and textual. This can be used to create a personal adaptation.

Romeo 25

The Romeo 25 is a braille printer designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Romeo 25 is a rugged basic embosser suitable for student, personal, or home office use. It produces a 40-character line of Library of Congress Braille at 25 characters per second. Standard features on Romeo 25 include Dynamic Braille Scaling and a choice of resolution settings for graphics. Dynamic Braille Scaling allows the user to change Braille sizes, even within a document, from Library of Congre

Romeo Pro 50

The Romeo Pro 50 is a Braille printer designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The Romeo Pro 50 looks like the Romeo 25 (see separate entry), but has aditional features and prints twice as fast. The Romeo Pro 50 prints single-sided braille at a rate of 50 characters per second, versus 25 for the Romeo 25. Standard features include ET Speaks, a fast and flexible speech system that comes up automatically and echoes commands as they are entered on the printer's keypad. The unit

Romet Speech Aid Electronic Larynx (Model R200A)

The RometR200A Speech Aid Electronic Larynx is a small speech aid designed for use by individuals who have had laryngectomees. The unit has a ompletely transistorized electronic circuit with adjustable pitch and volume, absence of backgroung noise, and constant vocal tone. To operate, the user presses the head of the speech aid to his/her neck, presses the button to make the membrane vibrate, and moves his/her mouth as if speaking normally. POWER: Uses a rechargeable 9v 700 mAh batteries. Two ba

Room Valet

The Room Valet is a fire safety, telephone signal, flashing alarm clock, and door signal system designed to make hotel rooms safer and more accessible for people with hearing disabilities. The computer-based system interfaces directly with hotel central alarm systems and in-room smoke detectors to provide visual (strobe or flashing light) or tactile (bed shaking) in the event of fire or other emergencies, as well as alerting the guest to the telephone or door knocks. Room Valet also includes an

Rosie's Walk

Rosie's Walk is a sign language CD-ROM based program designed to enrich sign language vocabulary for children who are deaf or who are learning sign language. Complete with animation and sound, this program tells a children's story in both American Sign Language and Signed English; each page contains 10 or more words designed to enrich vocabulary. Five games help reinforce language skills and concepts in the story. This program is available as a CD-ROM only or as a Teacher's Pack with the CD-ROM,

Round Clock Communicators (Models 1232, 1232-8, 1233, & 1233-8)

The Round Clock Communicators are scanning communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. These communicators feature a single clock-style hand that rotates around a clock-style face when a capability switch is activated (not included) and stops at a word or picture (not included) to communicate a thought or need when the switch is released. The communicators can be customized by adding as many or as few words or pictures as desired. The devices include a rigis go

Rouse Communicator

Simple communication board for basic needs. A 7 by 7 inch laminated yellow card with the alphabet on one side and 22 drawings of basic needs on the other side.

Royal Atb3 Electronic Bible

The Royal ATB3 Electronic Bible is a recorded book and voice output recorded book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This book features a narrated audio version of the complete King James Version (KJV) Bible, and a full text version of both the KJV and World English Bible. Features include a built-in speaker for easy listening with ear buds included for private listening. This electronic book offers the user the option of reading or listening and reading sim

Ruby 7 HD

The Ruby 7 HD is a portable magnifier designed for individuals with low vision. The device features a seven-inch screen that can display more text and magnifies materials up to 24 times. Features a built-in tilt stand to read books, magazines, and mail and a PivotCam™ camera that offers a wide range of viewing modes for spotting, reading, writing, working on hobbies, distance viewing, and even a mirror-image self-view. Other features include:

Ruby Handheld Video Magnifier

The RUBY Handheld Video Magnifier is a portable magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable magnifier can be used for reading bills and writing letters or checks. It is so small that it slips into a pocket or purse which for visiting grocery stores, the pharmacy, banks, libraries, bookstores, and restaurants. When flat on the reading material, the offers 5x to 10x magnification and 2x to 14x magnification with the handle extended. Features includes a high-brightness

Ruby HD

Ruby® HD is a portable high-definition (HD) handheld magnifier designed for individuals with low vision. Features a 4.3-inch screen and built-in LED lighting which provides magnified high-contrast images with no distortion. Additional features include:

Russian Sign Language/american Sign Language Translator

The Russian Sign Language/American Sign Language Translator is a sign language program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hear of hearing. This program enables the user to translate between four languages: Russian Sign Language (RSL), American Sign Language (ASL), Russian, and English. Any of 600 words can be identified in either Russian or English, and translated into the other three languages. All signs are depicted in video clips. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible comp

Rx Optics Full Page Magnifier - Amber

The RX Optics Full Page Magnifier - Amber is a page magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This handheld magnifier provides 3x magnification and features an amber tone that adds contrast that helps reduce eyestrain. It is made of a high quality acrylic that prevents distortion of words and images. DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 12 x 8.5 x 0.1 inches. WEIGHT: 5.3 ounces.

Saddle Shaped Stylus (Model 1-00210-00)

The Saddle Shaped Stylus, model 1-00210-00, is a braille stylus designed with a unique handle to provide a sure grip for individuals who are blind and have limited hand strength and mobility. The index finger fits snugly into a concave "dip" in the top of the handle. The handle is plastic with a metal point. DIMENSIONS: Stylus measures 2-5/8 x 1/14 inches.

Safe-Laser System

The Safe-Laser System provides a way to communicate with medical providers and family, use computing devices, or control one's surrounding environment with an eye-safe laser pointer and keyboard. The latest edition of the Safe-Laser System includes a Bluetooth wireless interface.

Safe-Laser System (Model Sls-100)

The Safe-laser System, model SLS-100, is an optical pointer and keyboard designed for use by individuals with severe physical or neurological disabilities, stroke, or spinal cord injury. The system includes the Safe-laser Keyboard, the uPoint safe-laser, a headband for wearing the laser, USB and audio cables, configuration software, and a charger. The specialized keyboard enables a person to access a computer through head movement when the laser is worn on the head. The laser can also allow the

Safealert Medical Alert

SafeAlert Medical Alert is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a small medical alert console and a wireless medical alert button. The console sits on a table or can be mounted on a wall and connects to a telephone line. When the medical alert console receives a distress signal from the medical alert button, it automatically dials a monitoring service center, whe

Safeguard Personal Alert System

The Safeguard Personal Alert System is a call signal designed for use by individuals with mobility, communication, or severe physical disabilities or who are deaf or hard of hearing. The system is for at-home communication by users who require assistance for comfort, food, medication, or other non-emergency situations. This vibrating and chime call system includes a wireless pendant and a monitor which are as small as a credit card and can be used indoors and outdoors. The signal can transmit up

Safetycare Fall Detector

The SafetyCare Fall Detector is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors or individuals at risk for falls. The unit is a position sensor carried by the user. If an accident or a critical situation occurs, users can trigger the alarm themselves, or the alarm is triggered automatically without the user taking any action. This would be the case if, after an incident, the wearer remains in a horizontal position for a predetermined period of time. The unit can be

Sago Mini Doodlecast

Sago Mini Doodlecast is an application designed for children ages 5 and under to exercise visual motor skills. This functional application offers kids a drawing prompt and several different drawing tools and colors to choose from. Sago Mini Doodlecast is an activity Occupational Therapists because they can play back the child's whole drawing process, watching how they drew what they drew step-by-step. Supports the development of representational drawing skills. In turn, this drawing activity wou

Sal2

SAL2 is a braille reading tutorial program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software is designed for use with the Talking Tactile Tablet from Touch Graphics, Inc. (see separate entry). The program helps students acquire new braille skills and enhance their braille reading and writing. Students place a paper braille worksheet on the TTT, then a "virtual instructor" provides encouraging audio feedback as students work their way through the lessons. Students wo

Salsa Script Authoring For Sal

Salsa is a voice output program designed for use with individuals learning braille. This program reads braille files created by many braille translators and editors, including DBT and MegaDots (see entries), as well as programs such as Braille 2000, PokaDot, and others. To create lessons for SAL, the instructor creates the braille using the desired method and reads the braille into Salsa. The program shows the braille lesson on screen in Braille View. Color coding indicates Nemeth Math Braille

Sammons Preston Activity Board (Models 4067 & 4066)

Sammons Preston Activity Board is a sensory integration activity designed for use by individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias or cognitive disabilities. This Portable adjustable wooden paper holder adjusts from 15 to 75 degrees and folds for storage. Adjustable wooden bars hold paper or other material up to 3/8 inch thick. Nonslip rubber cushion base. Deluxe model 4066 has telescoping leg that adjusts to any angle. DIMENSIONS: 18 x 27 inch frame. WEIGHT: 7.5 pounds.

Samsonite Techtonic Adjustable Perfect Fit Backpack, 13 X 9 X 19 in, Black/Red, for Use with 13 -17 in Laptop

Samsung Haven

Samsung Haven is a voice output, voice activated cell phone designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The numeric pad has tactile buttons with high contrast numbering. Numbers and menu items are spoken aloud when selected. The user can set up Voice Commands to automatically dial a number when a name is spoken. Other features include one-touch access to emergency numbers including 911 and In Case of Emergency (ICE) contacts; large keys and a large, bright screen with an op

Samsung Push To Talk Cell Phone (Model Sgh-D357)

The Samsung Push-To-Talk Cell Phone, model SGH-D357, is a voice activated cell phone designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Voice Command feature enables the user to dial digits, make calls, and launch applications with verbal commands. The phone also has a Push-to-Talk feature that allows calls to some numbers to be made by pressing one button. IThis phone supports Bluetooth connectivity for connecting to wireless accessories. Other features include speakerphone;

Sandy Trails Braille Tracking System

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To teach pre-schoolers with some useable vision who are learning Braille letters to track evenly across a Braille line. The system includes a set of sheets that have been Brailled. The full Braille cell (the “for” sign) is written on alternate lines of all sheets. The first sheet introduced has blank lines between the “for” sign lines, enabling beginners to simply work on moving across the page and back. The second sheet introduced works on efficiency, and a sin

Sapphire Portable Magnifier

The Sapphire Portable Magnifier is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It magnifies text and objects from 3.4 to 16 times on a bright, high-contrast display screen. The video image can be displayed in 23 combinations of type and background color, including full color, white type on a black background, and yellow type on a blue background. The top can be opened to magnify three-dimensional objects, or rotated back for reading flat documents or books. For its highest

Sara Scanning And Reading Appliance

Sara (Scanning and Reading Appliance) is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Printed material placed on the scanning area is scanned and then read aloud in a variety of user-selectable voices. Users can pause, fast forward, rewind, or have words spelled out, and the device can be connected to a computer monitor to display the text in large print. The device also plays the audio elements of DAISY formatted digital talking books, and com

Saucer Dome Say It Play It (Model 9158)

The Saucer Dome Say It Play It, model 9158, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. Pressing the dome activates swirling colors, vibration, and plays messages while simultaneously activating any connected device. The unit offers 20 seconds of recording time. POWER: Uses 6 double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (WxH): 8 x 4.5 inches.

Say and Do Vocab Bingo

Say and Do Vocab Bingo his bingo set focuses on building vocabulary skills in a fun way. This game can be played by children ages 5 and up with ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder, and learning disabilities. This product has eight different themes: Transportation, Clothing, Around the Home, Food, Occupations, Animals, Colors, Shapes, Numbers, and Holiday and Seasonal.

Say Hi Aac

Say Hi iPad augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) application is designed for users with limited movement or challenged dexterity. Allows users to use iPad for basic communication (wants, needs, emotions, etc.) without having to physically touch the iPad touchscreen. The program works by installing Say Hi! AAC on iPad and creating pages with groups of words or phrase boxes. A page can contain up to nine boxes and a box can have any combination of words, phrases, pictures, or recorded

Saytext

SayText is a voice output optical character recognition (OCR) program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to read the text of a print document and to speak that text for the user to hear. The user places the mobile device just above the center of a document, double-taps the “Take picture” button, and slowly elevates the device upwards from the document until the whole docu

Scan And Read Pro

Scan and Read Pro is a voice output optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. The program reads printed text aloud in any of five voices. As the document is read, the word being read is highlighted on screen for users with low vision to follow along. Onscreen text can be magnified up to 400 percent and displayed with different fonts, font sizes, and color schemes, and spacing. Other features includes a talking

Scan And View

Scan and View is a software program that converts a laptop and scanner into a video magnifier for use by individuals with low vision. When used with a laptop computer and a portable scanner,the program enables them to function like a portable CCTV. It allows users to look at handwritten notes, drawings, advertisements, and photographs. Images can be viewed in color or black and white, and colors can be changed and smoothed. Images can be magnified up to 24 times and rotated. Existing electronic

Scan It - Switch It

Scan It--Switch It is a scanning symbol communicator program and control switch training program designed to teach horizontal and vertical scanning using a single switch or TouchWindow (see separate entry) to 1 to 4 people with disabilities. Instruction progresses through five levels of difficulty from capturing a single object to using scanning to match objects. Users may select from 10 objects, using 1 to 3 boxes. Boxes may be large or small, and may be vertical or horizontal. The program allo

Scan N Talk

Scan N Talk is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This reading machine incorporates a Visionaire scanner and optical character recognition (OCR), ATT Natural Voices text to speech, and ReadPlease screen reader software. The machine scans documents placed on the scanner and converts the text into speech. A voice starts reading the document 20 seconds after the push of a button. A text window shows the entire bo

Scan To Pictures

Scan To Pictures is a visual symbol training system, a symbolic direct selection communicator program and a communicator training program designed for use by teachers or parents working with children who have cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) for the Apple iPad provides a library of animations and pictures of real-world consequences, allowing the child to pair his or her switch action with receiving the actual item such as food, toy, activity,

Scan-A-Page & Scan-A-Word

Scan-A-Word and Scan-A-Page are voice output optical character recognition and reading machine systems designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. These systems scan text or numbers and enable an individual to hear them read out loud in a clear and natural sounding voice. Scan-A-Word is a computer add-on system consisting of a lightweight wand scanner, scanner holder, OCR software, headphones, and installation and product manuals. Scan-A-Word provid

Scan2Text

Scan2Text is an optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software extracts text from paper documents, PDF files, or image files such as those in .tif format, and drops the text directly into Microsoft Word. The text can then be edited, or read aloud by a screen reader or Claro WordRead (not included). The original format of the document can be saved, with or without embedded images. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible c

ScanJig

ScanJig is a portable scanning stand designed to help individuals who are blind or have low vision or a fine motor disability scan documents through their smartphone or tablet. The stand consists of two main parts-a smartphone/tablet holder and a document holder. The holder props up the smartphone or tablet in a vertical portrait orientation and at an angle so as to capture more light and avoid shadows, while the document holder holds up a document in the same vertical portrait orientation direc

Scannar

ScannaR (Scan and Read) is a scanner and voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This compact flat bed scanner automatically scans text and reads it aloud. Users can control speed and volume of speech by turning a dial. All functions are performed using seven buttons with tactile markings. In addition to reading printed materials aloud, the machine can store up to 500,000 pages of text, and can be used to capture print materials for the Brai

Scanning Blackboard.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Scanning blackboard allows students with limited or no communication skills to participate in classroom activities. A 4 foot square board is constructed to handle responses from 4 students. The upper portion of the board contains 4 sets of 4 lights. The student's names are written in this area. The remainder of the board is divided into 12 equal areas in which desired responses to various questions are written. A response switch tailored to each child'

Scene & Heard

Scene & Heard is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user or a parent, teacher, therapist or helper can build scenes and vocabulary by taking photos wit

Scene & Heard Lite

Scene & Heard Lite is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user or a teacher, parent or therapist can build one scene with vocabulary by taking photos wi

Scene Speak

Scene Speak is a direct selection communicator program and voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. Images can be uploaded into the program from the user’s home computer or through an online image search, then cropped/resized and active “sound a

Scholar Magnifier

The Scholar Magnifier is a hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This chrome-plated magnifier looks like antique glasses without ear pieces and has two lenses for dual vision: 3x magnification through one lens and 5x magnification through the other. The frame is made of a zinc alloy with two round glass lenses. This magnifier to be used as a paperweight. It also fits in a shirt pocket. It comes with a protective pouch. DIMENSIONS(LxW): 5 x 1.875 inches; 0.25 inch

Schylling Globby Stress Toy

Scratch And Sniff Books

Variety of scratch and sniff books for children. Adventure stories have accompanying pictures and scratch and sniff patches on each page. Patch can be scratched and sniffed to identify odor. Scratch and sniff patch cards available with 5 aromas on each card.

Screen Magnifier

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY" ----- PURPOSE: To enlarge text in Windows applications. Most computers running Windows XP enable the user to enlarge text by holding down the Ctrl key while rolling the scroll wheel toward him/herself; rolling the wheel away reduces text size. This technique can be used in Word, Excel, and in the normal view in PowerPoint. It also works to a limited degree on the Internet. TOOLS: Mouse with scroll wheel. SKILLS REQUIRED: Computer. AUTHOR: Speer, P. TITLE: Speer Tip No. 2: P

Screendoors 2000

Screendoors 2000 is an on screen keyboard, abbreviation expansion, and word prediction program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. The program offers the choice of a standard QWERTY keyboard, an alphabetical keyboard, and a frequency of use keyboard. The word prediction feature enables the user to type a few letters and the program provides a list of words beginning with those letters. The abbreviation expansion feature enables the user to type an abbreviation, and

Scrible

Scrible is a Google Chrome Extension software designed to assist people  with learning, communication and fine motors disabilities with their online research. The user goes online and establishes an account; then, an icons bar appears and allow us the user to bookmark or save the articles of their selection and upload them within a cloud for later use. 

Scribolux (Model 1565-1)

Scribolux, model 1565-1, is an illuminated stand magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier can be used for tasks such as writing checks or letters, doing crossword puzzles, or reading. It features a large open viewing area for reading and writing. The aspheric-type lens provides 2.8x (7 diopter) magnification. The lens has a scratch-resistant ceratec coating and comes with a protective cover. The magnifier operates with SMD-LED illumination. POWER: Uses four doubl

Script Letter Sheet (Model 1-04040-00) & Script Letter Board (Model 1-04060-00)

Script Letter Sheet presents tactile description of upper case and lower case letters. Letters measure approximately 3/4 inch and are embossed on a white braille sheet, 9 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches. The Script Letter Board ($7.58) has sunken alphabet which provides practice in forming upper case and lower case letters. Students can use pencil or pen. Letters measure approximately 3/4 inch and are incised into a plastic board, 9 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches.

Seasons: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

Seasons, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique sections: •

See And Choose

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: To allow children or adults who are not able to verbally express a want or need use their direct stare to make a selection with the help of an eyegaze frame.

See N Write

See N Write is a handwriting tool intended to assist children with visual perceptual and visual motor difficulties learn to write letters. Children copy letters that appear like magic, one stroke at a time, on the high resolution LCD screen. Choose a letter and then decide if you want to see it formed in manuscript or cursive, upper or lower case. Children can copy what they see on the screen in real time. In game mode, the user can try to identify letters being formed before they fade off the

See-Easy Large Print Cookbook

The See-Easy Large Print Cookbook, by Elinor O' Grady, is a large print cookbook designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 258-page cookbook has 200 recipes in 24-point type. The book is a paperback with spiral binding that allows the pages to lie flat. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 11 x 9 inches.

See-More Simplicity 14-Inch Inline Cctv (Models Sms-Basic & Smsc-14)

The See-More Simplicity 14-inch Inline CCTV is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This low vision reading system uses a CCD (charge-coupled device) video camera to magnify documents placed on a viewing tray. Images are viewed on a monitor that is set above the viewing tray (in-line configuration). Images can be displayed in positive or negative mode with magnification from 4 to 60 times original size. The system is available with either a black and white (model SMS-B

See-More Simplicity 20-Inch Inline Cctv (Models Smsbw-20 & Smsc-20)

The See-More Simplicity 20-inch Inline CCTV is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This low vision reading system uses a CCD (charge-coupled device) video camera to magnify documents placed on a viewing tray. Images are viewed on a monitor that is set above the viewing tray (in-line configuration). Images can be displayed in positive or negative mode with magnification from 4 to 60 times original size. The system is available with either a black and white (no. SMSBW-2

See-More Vision Enhancer Camera (Model Svw-1)

The See-More Vision Enhancer, model SVW-1, is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable desktop unit connects to any standard television (not included) to display magnified images. The camera is held by a stand that rolls over reading material on a table top. Text can be magnified up to 20 times original size on a 13-inch monitor and 30 times on a 20-inch monitor. Magnified images can be viewed in reverse video mode (positive and negative). The camera comes

See.touch.learn

See.Touch.Learn is a flash card program and a language, reading and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children who have communication, learning, cognitive, speech, or physical disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad as a picture learning system to help teach new words and concepts and foster self-expression. The user can build, save, copy and reuse custom flash card lessons and automatica

Seedlings Braille Books For Children

Seedlings Braille Books for Children are braille books designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. A total of over 450 titles are available for children in various age ranges from one to fourteen. Formats include picture books with braille, grade one braille books, grade two braille books with same-page print, and grade two braille-only books. Picture books, generally for pre-schoolers, are standard picture books to which the publishers have added grade one braille on clear pl

Seeing Eye GPS

The Seeing Eye GPS is designed for users who are blind or have low vision. The application is a fully accessible turn-by-turn GPS iPhone app with all the normal navigation features plus features unique to blind users. Features include:

Seewell Reading Enhancer

The Seewell Reading Enhancer is a handheld CCTV system designed for use by individuals with low vision. It consists of a camera unit, a control box, and a transformer, which can be connected to any standard television. The magnification range is from 6 to 50 times on a standard 19-inch TV. The magnification range increases with the size of the television used. Users can change the camera focus from a fraction of an inch to infinity by rotating the lens barrel, and by moving the camera closer or

Select-A-Meal Picture Set & Shopping Smart Picture Set (Models Sc-11Q & Sm-11Q)

Select-A-Meal Picture Set (formerly Restaurant Cards) and Shopping Smart Picturer Set (fromerly Shopping Cards), models SC-11Q and SM-11Q, are symbolic language pictures designed for individuals who have communication difficulties. They are two separate sets of 3.5 x 2 inch full-color laminated cards that can be inserted in a card case and carried to the restaurant or store. Select-A-Meal includes 144 cards in nine color-coded menu categories (dinner, side dishes, beverages, condiments, etc.). S

Selsi Binocular (Models 27 & 29)

The Selsi Binocular, models 27 and 29, is a binocular magnifier designed to enhance distance viewing by people with low vision. These prism binoculars feature a lightweight, full size body with a center focus wheel and separate focusing right eye piece. These binoculars are available with 7 x 50 power lenses (model 27) and 10 x 50 power lenses (model 29). A neck strap and a case with a strap and a flap are included. WEIGHT: 3 pounds. WARRANTY: Guaranteed free from manufacturer's defect.

Selsi Opera Glasses 3 X 22 Mm With Center Focus Wheel (Models 212A, 212Ablack & 212W)

The Selsi Opera Glasses 3 X 22 MM with Center Focus Wheel, models 212A, 212ABlack and 212W, is a binocular magnifier designed to enhance distance viewing by people with low vision. The Selsi Opera Glasses have 3 x 22 millimeter (mm) lenses with a center focus wheel and feature three bar construction and gilt trim. They also include a neck chain and soft drawstring black pouch. COLOR: The neck chain is available in black, red, and white. WARRANTY: Guaranteed free from manufacturer's defect.

Selsi Palm Size Binocular With Ruby Coated Lenses (Model 15R)

The Selsi Palm Size Binocular with Ruby Coated Lenses, model 15R, is a binocular magnifier designed to enhance distance viewing by people with low vision. These prism binoculars are water and shock resistant, and they feature special roof prism construction with a rubber armored body. These binoculars have 8 x 21 power lenses that are ruby colored. A case is included. WEIGHT: 1 pound. WARRANTY: Guaranteed free from manufacturer's defect.

Senior Buddy Board & Junior Buddy Board

The Senior Buddy Board and the Junior Buddy Board are communication boards designed for use by children or adults with communication or speech disabilities. The front side shows a Qwerty computer-style keyboard, while the back side has 23 often-used words and phrases. The user points to letters on the front to spell out words. The Qwerty arrangement allows the user to mimic touch typing, which can be quicker for those who know how to type. Typists can use a backspace arrow to indicate they want

Senior Sentry

Senior Sentry is an emergency alert system designed for use in retirement or assisted living housing by seniors or individuals with mobility disabilities or severe physical disabilities. The system comprises a variety of hardware and software options, including totally hardwired systems, totally wireless systems, or combinations of the two, and can be integrated with other security systems such as door access control, intrusion alarm systems, intercom, and fire alarm systems. The system includes

Sennheiser Set830 Wireless Infrared Stereo Adaptive Listening System

The Set 830 from Sennheiser is a quality TV amplifying system that provides users with the comfort and ease of listening to the TV at a chosen volume. The Sennheiser Set 830 directly connects to a TV, Hi-fi system or radio and guarantees quality sound performance. All sound output can be customized to the listener's level of hearing.

Sensaphone

Emergency alert system monitors the environment; features automatic dial out; delivers verbal alert message in English. Monitors sound level, temperature, electricity, back up battery condition, and any three conditions that can trigger a contact to open or close. Automatically reacts to alarm condition by dialing up to 4 preprogrammed numbers in sequence until message is received and acknowledged. Built in microphone allows receiving party to listen to any unusual sounds. Call in feature allows

Senseview Duo (Model M430)

The SenseView DUO, model M430, is a handheld video magnifier designed to magnify text both near and far for individuals with low vision. This portable unit combines built-in distance and close-up cameras. With the close-up camera, the user can magnify newspapers, books, telephone directories, receipts, flyers, or name cards. When, The close-up camera can be tilted up for use in handwriting mode to magnify the user's writing or signature. The distance camera can be used to view traffic signs or a

Sensory Bin Kit

This Sensory Bin Kit is designed for children with a sensory integration disorder, fine motor delays, and tactile defensiveness to explore their senses and to aid in their childhood development. It provides sensory integration and tactile exploration. Fits nicely into a bin for storage and portability. Bin is full of sensory pellets and twenty hidden animals. Children can feel their way through the pellets and animals while improving their communication skills on the hunt for each animal. Tool f

Sensory Plate Assistive Technology Switches

The Sensory Plate Assistive Technology Switches provide stimulating feedback for individual who require exceptional sensory input. This 5" x 8" bead chain and unbreakable plastic mirror plays music and vibrates when touched. The lighted version plays music and vibrates.

Sensory Speak Up

Sensory Speak Up is a mobile and computer application designed for caregivers to help children learn to vocalize and make sounds. Speak Up can be used either through an internal or external microphone. It is visually reinforcing according to the volume and intensity of the users voice. Different activities either give a gross display of the volume or a short trail of volumes.

Sentence Building Dominoes

Sentence Building Dominoes is a product to help users improve and practice their language and communication skills. This product includes 228 color-coded dominoes, featuring nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, and punctuation marks. It comes packaged in a handy storage bucket.

Sentence Key & Picture Sentence Key

Sentence Key and Picture Sentence Key are language tutorial programs and reading tutorial programs designed to teach language structure for children with autism and other disorders. The main objective of the programs is to teach a student how to make a phrase saying "who is doing what". As pictures are selected to make the phrase, the computer speaks in a clear digitized speech. When the sentence is completed, the entire sentence is spoken and an animated picture appears depicting the sentence.

Sentence Tracking (Model Brw3)

Sentence Tracking, model BRW3, is a braille training programs designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This courseware package is designed to be used with the SAL Speech Assisted Learning System (see separate entry) and contains worksheets that provide practice scanning lines of fully contracted Braille with the goal of improving reading speed and word recognition. The learner must differentiate real words from groups of letters that do not spell words. The package conta

Sequencer

The Sequencer is a direct selection, sequential messaging communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device enables the recording and play back of natural voice messages in sequence. The unit offers 3 minutes of recording time, 90 seconds per level. Each level is recorded independently. Pressing the switch once causes message one to play. Pressing it again activates message two, then three, and so on. Message sequences can be played either with a touch of

Sequencing Events in Stories Fun Deck

Sequencing Events in Stories Fun Deck is designed to help children put events in a story in the correct order, targeting reading comprehension, reasoning, and writing skills. 

Sequential Scanner (Models 1380, 1380-8, 1390, 1390-8, 1397, 1397-8, & 1385)

The Sequential Scanner is a scanning communicator designed to introduce scanning and teach elementary scanning skills for individuals with physical, communication, or cognitive disaibilities. Each scanner has several large compartments with lights that are lit in sequence each time an external switch is activated. Objects, words, pictures, etc. (not included) can be placed in the compartments, creating numerous training, learning, and communication possibilities as objects are placed in or remov

Series Ps Telestrobe (Models Ps-11A-Wpw, Ps-15A-Wpw, & Ps-33A-Wpw)

The Series PS Telestrobe is a flashing telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Telephone signals are indicated by a strobe light. The brightness of the strobe is 8,000 lumen (model PS-15A-WPW), 25,000 lumen (model PS-33A-WPW), or 70,000 lumen (model PS-11A-WPW). The unit is surface mounted with plug-in installation using a standard RJ11C phone jack connection (USA) or CA-11 jack (Canada). POWER: Model PS-11A-WPW uses 115 volts alternating current (VAC);

Servox Digital

The SERVOX Digital is a laryngectomy speech amplifier for people who have had a laryngectomy, people who have lost their voices due to injury or illness, or people who have temporary speech loss after a tracheotomy or are attached to a respiration device. When placed against the user's throat, the device generates ultrasonic vibrations and transmits them over a membrane into the pharynx, mouth and nose area. A clear and intelligible voice emerges through the natural speech movements. The Inton's

Servox Inton

The SERVOX Inton is a laryngectomy speech amplifier for people who have had a laryngectomy. When placed against the user's throat, the device generates ultrasonic vibrations and transmits them over a membrane into the pharynx, mouth and nose area. A clear and intelligible voice emerges through the natural speech movements. The Inton's dual buttons allow more flexibility in pitch, volume and intonation. The SERVOX Inton features stainless steel construction, soft-touch buttons, a rotating wheel f

Sesamereader

SesameReader, an Android application, allows users to read eBooks without having to touch the screen to turn the page. It's hands-free technology allows users to turn each page with a slight nod of the head. The SesameReader has re-enabled many quadriplegics to read again on their own. This app, which can be downloaded from Google Play, supports all Android devices that have a front-facing camera.

Shafer Reading Stand (Model 1-03230-00)

The Shafer Reading Stand, model 1-03230-00, is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with low vision or physical disabilities. This adjustable, self-supporting stand can hold reading material at different heights and angles. It can be used while sitting or standing by individuals who have difficulty holding a book because of physical disabilities, or by individuals with low vision who benefit from having reading material held at certain angles or distances. This readings stand has a tripo

Shake-Up

Shake-Up is a combination smoke detector and smoke alarm designed for individuals who have hearing disabilities. The wireless smoke detector transmits a signal within a 100-foot radius and activates the receiver which attaches to a wall or can be placed on a night stand. The receiver then turns on a bed vibrating unit or flashes a strobe light to alert a sleeping person. There are two packages available: One system includes an audible alarm smoke detector that mounts on a wall or ceiling, the sh

Shapedad Finger Stylus

The Finger Stylus is a stylus designed for users with grasping difficulties, quadriplegics with some mobility, or people with arthritis. This stylus features natural extension of the finger; plug-and-play, flexible cone shaped silicone kernel, and highly conductive fabric; no drag, no pressure required.

Shapedad Swiss Stylus Versatile Gripper

The Swiss Stylus Versatile Gripper is a stylus for individuals with grasping difficulties or arthritis. This stylus features ergonomic design, supports a natural extension of users finger or hand, a fluent strong brass strip covered with transparent tubing. User can hold and control it in many ways. User can experiment to find out what works best as a natural extension of finger or hand.

Shapes Puzzle Communicator

The Shapes Puzzle Communicator is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication or speech disabilities. Record messages for the puzzle on the multi-level communicator puzzle base. Designed to be easy to record and to change subjects, the device enables the user to either place or take the puzzle piece to play the message. The communicator base has five levels and a level announcer for each level. Total recording time is 300 seconds. The separate levels can be us

Shelf-Top Tty Pay Phone

The Shelf-Top TTY Pay Phone is a pay telephone device for the deaf (TDD). This all-steel TTY is vandal- and spill-resistant, features a full-sized keyboard, and mounts directly to the shelf under existing pay telephones. The unit can be installed independently of the telephone service provider.

Shikani Speaking Valve (Models Ssvw, Ssvt And Ssvb)

The Shikani Speaking Valve, models SSVW, SSVT and SSVB is an assistive speech device designed for use by individuals with a tracheostomy. These small, lightweight one-way and two-way capable valves attach to tracheostomy tubes and allow the inflow and outflow of air so users can speak without manual occlusion. The two-way airflow capability also allows users the option to use an heat and moisture exchanger (HME) in conjunction with this valve. The Shikani Speaking Valve uses a ball valve to lowe

Shoppa

Shoppa is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable unit magnifies in full color on a non-glare screen. The image can be adjusted with brightness and contrast controls. The magnification range is 5x to approximately 9x. The user can carry the unit, stand it, or lay it down while reading, writing, or looking. POWER: Uses batteries (included); battery life is four hours. DIMENSIONS: 7-inch screen.

Shortcut

Shortcut is a prototype wristband for amputees to use to operate a computer mouse. It swipes, clicks and zooms via a sensor on the wearable technology. Shortcut is designed to make prosthetic hands more facile when working with digital technology, taking simple hand gestures that most amputees can still trigger through a phenomenon called phantom hand and mapping them onto the most basic computer commands–moving the cursor, left and right clicking, and scrolling.

Show & Tell

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a sign language interpreter glove for an Android smartphone for individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing to communicate with individuals who are not familiar with sign language. Google developers, Saron Paz, Oleg Imanilov, Zvika Markfeld, and Tomer Daniel have developed a prototype glove, Show & Tell, a gesture-sensing glove that instantly translates sign language into text through an Android smartphone. Show & Tell incorporat

Show Me Spelling Intellikeys Bundle

Show Me Spelling Intellikeys Bundle is a spelling tutorial program and keytop overlay set designed for use with children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. The set includes the Show Me Spelling software from Attainment Company on a Macintosh/ Windows CD-ROM and the appropriate IntelliKeys (see separate entry) overlays. The program enables students to learn to spell up to 500 words independently. Custom spelling lists can be created or one of the pre-selected lists may be used.

Sidekick Receiver & Sidekick Basic Kit

The SideKick Receiver is a signal system designed to monitor household sounds such as telephone ringers, smoke detectors, or doorbells for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This all-in-one device alerts to everyday events by flashing a bright strobe light. Four indicator lights on the face plate light under the appropriate signal, eliminating confusion as to which sound activated the receiver. In the case of fire, the strobe keeps flashing until it is reset. The receiver reaches a ran

Siemens Smart Hearing Aids

Siemens Smart Hearing Aids are designed for people with permanent hearing loss to allow them to hear without the disturbance of background noises that most other hearing aids pick up. They can be controlled using an iPhone or Android device. They use easyTek and Bluetooth. They pick up less background noise than other hearing aids, and overall outperform them. This feature improves hearing in noisy settings like public restaurants and cocktail parties where normal hearing aids present a challeng

Sight Savers Folding Pocket Magnifier

The Sight Savers Folding Pocket Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals who have low vision. This folding pocket magnifier has two or three lenses that can be combined for varying degrees of magnification ranging from 3X to 20X. The two-lens models each offer three different powers and the three-lens model offers seven different powers. The lenses are made of durable glass. Available models include a two-lens model with 3X and 4X lenses, a two-lens model with 5X a

Sight Savers Hands Free 2X Magnifier (Model 81-33-90)

The SightSaver Hands Free 2x Magnifier, model 81-33-90, is a magnifying lens with neck strap designed for use by individuals with low vision. It provides 2X magnification while leaving both hands free to hold a book or perform other tasks. The user looks through the magnifying lens as it hangs around the neck and is held in place by two slip-free pads. The optical grade acrylic lens provides a clear, undistorted image. The support cord can be adjusted for comfortable positioning. DIMENSIONS (LxW

Sight Savers Packette Magnifier

The Sight Savers Packette Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This folding pocket magnifier fits in the palm of a hand and has a 5X lens that provides a sharp and precise focus over the entire vieiwng area. The lens slides into the plastic case which protects the lens. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 3.5 x 1.5 inches when opened and 2 x 1.5 inches when closed.

Sight Word Cues

Sight Word Cues is a speech activity to be used by students in the classroom, in speech therapy, or at home, for learning words kinesthetically. Six blue cubes with sight words on each of their faces. Players toss the cubes as they learn the 36 most common words, using them in a sentence to challenge themselves further. Quiet when rolled. Easy to clean.

Sight Words

Sight Words is reading tutorial program designed for early training in sight recognition of vocabulary. Six word categories are included: school. outside, home, toys, food, and clothing. The scanning speed may be adjusted, and the words may be selected either by activating a switch or by pressing the space bar. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: An Echo speech synthesizer and a color monitor are required. WARRANTY: Faulty disks will be replaced within 6 months of the

Sign 4 Me

Sign 4 Me is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing or communication disabilities and others desiring to learn sign language. The program comes with a library of more than 11,500 words using SigningAvatar characters. The user types in sentences, phrases, words and even the alphabet and the program will play back Signed English on the screen. Everything the user enters will be saved in the “History” folder for easy retrieval; the folder can be deleted. The u

Sign Language For Everyone

Sign Language for Everyone is a sign language program designed for use by individuals who are deaf. This CD-ROM-based program includes the origins of various signs, the use of emotional expression in signing, fourteen comprehensive lessons which progress from basic vocabulary and grammar to conversation, a Signing Index with hand shapes and video demonstrations for more than 2,000 words and phrases, and more. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM and compatible computers equipped with Windows. SYSTEM RE

Sign Language Glove

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a sign language interpretation glove that allows individuals who are deaf or have hearing disabilities and use sign language to communicate with people who can hear and do not understand sign language. Cornell University engineering students Ranjay Krishna, Seonwoo Lee, and Si Ping Wang with the assistance of Jonathan Lang, created a device to close the gap in communication between hearing people and those with hearing disabilities who u

Sign Me A Story App

The Sign Me a Story Application for mobile phones and computers is a teaching tool for individuals learning sign language. The application teaches sign language and reading in story and video format. While reading or being read to, there are illustrations, animations and sound effects. The story can be read silently or read aloud.

Sign Smith ASL Essential

Sign Smith ASL Essential is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses SigningAvatar animated characters to demonstrate 100 signs. Users can learn the ASL Alphabet, how to count to 20, and how to sign basic feelings and personal descriptions. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Apple iOS 2.0 or later.

Sign Smith ASL Lite

Sign Smith ASL LITE is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses SigningAvatar animated characters to demonstrate 20 signs. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Apple iOS 2.0 or later.

Sign Smith ASL Ultimate

Sign Smith ASL Ultimate is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities and others desiring to learn American Sign Language. The program uses SigningAvatar animated characters to demonstrate more than 1,200 signs. Users can learn the ASL Alphabet as well as signing for counting and communicating at work, school and other environments. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Apple iOS 2.0 or later.

Sign Smith Illustrated Dictionary

The Sign Smith Illustrated Dictionary is a signing dictionary program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The program is ASL, SE and fingerspell enabled. Every word in the dictionary is represented by a picture, used in a sentence, and signed by an animated SigningAvatar character. Users can choose from among several characters. If a word has more than one meaning, the user picks which sense of the word is intended. The dictionary includes the 500 signs most commonly

Sign Smith Reading Power

Sign Smith Reading Power is a reading tutorial and vocabulary enhancement program designed for use by students who are deaf or hard of hearing. It features animated SigningAvatar characters who use American Sign Language (ASL) to help students read and understand written English. The software includes story-telling, interactive ôconversation,ö and tools to build vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension (recognizing the main idea, sequence, and details). The program also includes teacher support ma

Sign Voice Language Translator

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype communication device for an individual who is blind or has low vision and an individual who is deaf or hard of hearing to communicate with each other. As one individual cannot see sign gestures and the other cannot hear voices this makes communication between these two disability types very difficult. The Sign Voice Language Translator (SVLT) is a portable device that can translate sign language into speech and speech into displayed text. T

Sign With Me, Volumes I And Ii

Sign With Me, Volumes I and II, is a video sign language series designed for use by parents who have children with hearing disabilities. Volume I is teaches family members how to sign simple, expressive sentences and follow the child's lead in communicating; it also demonstrates how to use facial expressions and body movements to convey meaningful ideas for conversation. Volume II builds on the concepts learned in the first volume. It teaches the user how to utilize signs to describe feelings, e

Signalling Device.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Signalling device, allowing a nonvocal person with limited hand and arm movement to signal for assistance. Can be activated using a headstick. Lists hardware needed and provides diagrams for constructing a signaling device, developed for use in a workshop. It can be made to activate both a full bell and a clatter signal. COMMENTS: For information contact: George Hardman, Vocational Education for the Handicapped, Stevens Point Area Public Schools, 1201

Signature Guide

The American Printing House Signature Guide is an aluminum signature guide designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This guide aids people who are visually impaired in writing their signatures. The aluminum frame has an opening with an elastic band, the band provides a guide for writing and flexes to allow for the descenders of letters. The frame also has a rubber backing to prevent slipping.

Signing Exact English

Signing Exact English is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This four-video set includes 14 lessons with more than 700 words and signs. Each tape includes approximately 50 vocabulary items and practice sentences.

Signing Naturally Volumes 1 & 2

Signing Naturally is a sign language training program designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Each volume includes a videotape and a student workbook with lessons that correspond to those on the video. The language lessons are organized around daily interaction. Volume 1 includes a 184-page softcover workbook and one 120-minute video. Volume 2 includes a 176-page softcover workbook and two 120-minute videotapes.

SignLanguageGlove

The SignLanguageGlove, a prototype that is not yet commercially available, is a wireless device that translates sign language gestures into visual letters or speech via a smartphone app or tablet device. The SignLanguageGlove is equipped with an accelerometer and five flex sensors that detect how you bend and twist your fingers while keeping track of how you orientate your hand as you sign. The device is intended to help sign language users communicate with the rest of the world. 

Signs Of Our Times

Signs Of Our Times is an independent living skills tutorial workbook designed to teach children with developmental delays how to read vital messages in everday signs. The workbook is designed in a cartoon format to make it fun and easy for children to learn basic street signs and their meanings. They will learn the importance of observing street signs and practicing other good safety habits. The package includes 15 workbooks and 15 sheets of full color Sign Stickers.

Signtel Interpreter

The SignTel Interpreter is a communication aid for the deaf designed to enable individuals with hearing disabilities to communicate with hearing individuals without an interpreter. The software offers a database of more than 30,000 different recognizable words and phrases and 1,400 idioms and their equivalent signs captured on video and digitized. The included microphone enables allows spoken English to be recorded so that voice recognition technology can seamlessly translate the words and their

Silent Alert Fire Safe Paging System

The Silent Alert Fire Safe Paging System is an emergency system designed for use by individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf blind. The system includes a portable vibrating pager unit that is worn by the user, a charger, and at least one interface panel, a radio transmitter that links directly to the fire alarm system and which is triggered automatically when the fire alarm is activated. The pager responds by vibrating and illuminating its fire key. The system has an operating range of

Silent Alert Paging System (Model Sa3000)

The Silent Alert Paging System, model SA3000, is a personal paging system designed for use by individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf blind. The system includes a portable vibrating pager unit that is worn by the user, a charger, and at least one transmitter / monitor. Small transmitter units send radio signals to alert the user of events around the home. Events that can be monitored include telephone calls, the doorbell, baby crying, car or burglar alarms, and fire or smoke alarms. T

Silent Call Coordinator Basic Kit, Silent Call Coordinator Basic Kit With Sidekick Receiver, & Silent Call Coordinator Home/office Paging System

The Silent Call Coordinator Basic Kits are wireless signal transmitter systems designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Both Basic kits include a compact personal receiver and base transmitter with an extended range enabling signals to be received from up to two miles away. The Basic Kit with Sidekick Receiver also includes the Sidekick Receiver (see also separate entry) with strobe light. Both Basic kits offer advanced business paging features and work with existing Silent Cal

Silent Call Coordinator Complete System

The Silent Call Coordinator Complete Kit is a wireless signal transmitter system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This system includes a compact personal receiver and base transmitter with an extended range enabling signals to be received from up to two miles away. Also included is a Sidekick Receiver with strobe light (see separate entry), a Telephone Transmitter, and a Doorbell Transmitter. The system also offers advanced business paging features and works with other

Silent Call Transmitters (Telephone, Doorbell, Smoke Detector, Hand-Held Pager, And Pendant Pager)

The Silent Call Transmitters are wireless signal transmitters designed to alert persons who are deaf or hard of hearing to different household activities and sounds. When a signal is sent from the transmitter, it is picked up by the receiver and then indicated through a strobe, vibrator or other warning device. These transmitters work with any Silent Call receiver (see separate entries) to indicate either the telephone (Model SC-TEL), the doorbell (Model SC-DB), the smoke detector (Model SC-SMOK

Silent Server Receiver

The Silent Server Receiver is a telephone and doorbell signal designed for use by indivisuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The device is designed to sit on a bedside nightstand and, used in conjunction with the Doorbell and Telephone Transmitters (sold separately; see entries) monitors the telephone and the doorbell. A light on the faceplate indicates the signal source. POWER: Uses normal household current. WARRANTY: Five years.

Silent Speaker Communication Aids (Models 110-B, 110-C, 110-E, 111-B, 111-D, & 111-E)

Silent Speaker Communication Aids are graphic communication boards designed to enhance communication between caregivers and individuals experiencing verbal communication disabilities due to trauma, surgery, injury, disease, or any other condition. Reusable laminated clipboards (models 110-B, 110-C, and 110-E) and cards (models 111-B, 111-D, and 111-E) feature concise keywords and phrases printed in large type with either a drawing of the human body (models 110-B, 110-C, 111-B, and 111-D), or lar

Simon & Schuster Audiobooks

Simon & Schuster Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books include abridged and unabridged editions in audio cassette, compact disk (CD), eAudio, or eBook format. Genres include fiction, nonfiction, business/finance, self-improvement, inspiration, and language learning programs, and imprints include Sound Ideas, Audioworks, Success, Encore, and Pimsleur Language Programs.

Simon Sounds It Out

Simon Sounds It Out is a phonics-based reading and language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and other cognitive disabilities. The program features an on-screen tutor and uses words and pictures to provide contextual cues. By concentrating on letter sounds and word families, students learn the decoding skills needed for reading. The program uses repetition to teach ponemic awareness, enables students to work at their own pace with individualized lessons, and reinforce

Simon Spells

Simon Spells is a spelling tutorial program designed for use by children in first through third grade with learning and other cognitive disabilities. The program features a choice of Simon or Susan as an on-screen tutor to guide students through individualized lessons at their own pace. The tutor provides positive written and verbal feedback to aid in the learning process. The tutor presents words phomemically and in the context of a sentence to aid in comprehension. Lessons are time and tracked

Simple Communication Device

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with communication disabilities to communicate using a single message. To make this device, open the YAK BAK 2 by removing the four screws on the back, including the one under the battery cover. Drill a hole in the front cover between the "Say" button and the red LED to insert the lead wires. Solder the two lead wires of the switch or switch jack to the two terminals on the inside circuit board by the arrows. One is on the tone control an

Simple Tools for Making Words in Play Dough

Simple Tools for Making Words in Play Dough is a do it yourself activity for children with fine motor and learning disabilities to do. Golf tees are good fine motor tools, as they are small and fit in a child’s hand correctly to build up that pencil grip. It takes finger strength to write words in the play dough. Letter tiles are good to use on a flat surface and stick in play dough. Play dough makes a good stand to build words on. Alphabet magnets are a staple in most early childhood

Simplyworks

The SimplyWorks Switch 125 is a low profile, large diameter wireless switch that can be used with any of the SimplyWorks receivers to give switch, mouse or keyboard functions. The large diameter of the SimplyWorks Switch 125 measures 4.9 inches in diameter and is designed so that the switch will operate across the whole area, with minimal operating force. POWER: Wireless receiver. DIMENSIONS: 4.9 inches diameter. COLOR: Red, yellow, green or blue. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacture

Single Function Signaler

Signal system designed to alert for one function only: baby cry, fire/ smoke alarm, telephone, doorbell or alarm clock. Does not use a control unit. Compatible with Sonic Alert Remote Receivers.

Single Line Headset / Telephone

The Single Line Headset / Telephone is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This combination lightweight headset and dial pad replaces a standard telephone and plugs into an existing phone jack. The unit offers a choice of tone or pulse dialing and a mute button. DIMENSIONS: The headset cord is 80 inches long and the line cord is 15 feet long.

Single Line Labeling Slate (Model 23-2001-3)

The Single Line Labeling Slate, model 23-2001-3, is a braille slate designed for use in labeling by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 25-cell aluminum slate is used for embossing Dymo labeling tape (see separate entry)and other items.

Single Message Communicator (Model 1414)

The Single Message Communicator, model 1414, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. The unit plays one 20-second message when the plate is pressed. The message can be re-recorded as needed. The unit includes a picture holder. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 5 x 6 x 1.5 inches. COLOR: Blue base with yhellow plate.

Single Message Communicator (Model W35973)

The Single Message Communicator, model W35973, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device plays up to 20 seconds of speech, music, or sounds when the surface button is pressed. The user can make a new recording with a touch of the button. The removable clear cover (included) holds pictures or icons in place. POWER: Uses 4 triple-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 3.25 x 6 x 5.5 inches.

Single Switch Tash Telephone, The (Model 81000)

The Single Switch Tash Telephone, model 8100, is a switch activated telephone designed for use by individuals with neurological, upper extremity, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. Operated by a single switch (the choice of any one Tash single switch is included), the phone offers dial, answer, hang-up, and speed dial; forty name directory; visual feedback; adjustable scanning spped; and adjustable response time.

Siri

Siri is a voice input program for people with visual, cognitive or fine motor disabilities or physical disabilities that prevent use of the touch screen or buttons on an Apple iPhone 4S. Siri permits the user to speak commands or questions into the iPhone’s built-in microphone, and the software will perform the task or provide the information requested. Siri can be used to send text message, enter events in the calendar, create reminders, place telephone calls, write and send email, check weathe

Sit-Stand Podium Slant Board

The Sit-Stand Podium Slant Board is a writing board designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and other physical disabilities. This triple-decker writing platform raises for sitting, standing, or higher-seated work. Twelve adjustment angles promote better posture and enhance comfort when reading and writing. Crafted from durable hardwood ply, the unit has a non-glare, low-contrast polyurethane finish. A strong bottom ledge can hold heavy books and is tapered on the sides so as not to

Six Level Communicator (Model 2392)

The Six level Communicator is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. This unit features six levels of recording capacity, with eight, five-second messages per level for a total of 48 messages. Each level may be delegated to a particular theme (food, clothing, etc.) or a level can be dedicated to combining frequently used words to create phrases. To identify the messages, picture cards (not included) are placed behind the overlay

Six Level Communicator (Models 2391, 2391-M, & 2391-B)

The Six Level Communicator, models 2391, 2391-M, and 2391-B, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. This unit features six levels of recording capacity, with eight, five-second messages per level for a total of 48 messages. To identify the messages, picture cards (not included) are placed behind the switchplate for the appropriate square. To activate the desired message, the user presses the corresponding picture. To selct a di

Six-Piece Magnifying Set

This six piece magnification set is designed for use by individuals with low vision or persons who have a disability that affects their vision. The set includes 4x, 5x,6x,7x,8x, and 10x magnification lenses.

Skinny Little Lumifier (Model 12101)

The Skinny Little Lumifier, model 12101, is a magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This portable magnifier fits into a pocket or purse and can be attached to a keychain or worn around the neck. The lens magnifies 2.5 times for reading menus, theatre programes, maps, and labels. A bright red beam allows the eye's pupils to remain open for legibility of type in dim or no light. POWER: Uses CR2025 batteries. DIMENSIONS: 3 x 1.25 x 0.5 inches.

Slant Board

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Slant board serves as adjustable bookholder for use on tables or wheelchair trays. Plywood slant board measuring 23 inches wide by 18 inches high is hinged to a frame. Board includes a sliding ledge used to hold the book in place. Includes photographs and detailed diagrams and measurements. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. TITLE: How to Build Special Furniture and Equipment for Handicapped Children REF: Springfield, Illinois: Charles C Thomas: p 80-83 NAR

Slant Board (Child Model 8A & Adult Model 8B)

The Slant Board, model 8A and model 8B, are adjustable book holders and writing boards designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. These adjustable boards are made of oak wood with non-glare surfaces. They feature easy- to- clean plastic covers to hold down paper and other material, and rims with pencil edges. OPTIONS: Attachment arms, mirror, vertical and horizontal positioning cones, hand/wrist strap, and knob and washer set (sold separately).DIMENSIONS (DxW): Model 8A

Slant Board (Model 3200)

The Slant Board, model 3200, is a writing board designed for use by children with upper extremity disabilities. This raised, wedge-shaped surface assists with handwriting training by encouraging proper wrist positioning and better functional postural position. The unit is equipped with a large clip to secure paper (paper not included) and a chain with a clip to hold the pencil (pencil not included). An Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) with a suggested activities list is included.

Slantscript Slant Boards

Slantscript Slant Boards helps improve fine motor control, handwriting skills, and decrease eye and muscle fatigue. Working at an angle with a book or writing paper promotes the development of proper hand and wrist position for handwriting and fine-motor skills, as well as good visual tracking. It also encourages better posture and positioning for writing or reading.

Slide Talk

Slide Talk is a scanning communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication or cognitive disabilities. The program displays one image at a time on the screen, like a slide show, with interactive multimedia capabilities to provide speech or sound when a selection is made. The software can be used with a single switch (scanning) or two switches (one switch to advance to the next slide and the other switch to select the slide). Input options include single switch, dual switch,

Sliding Pocket Magnifier

The Sliding Pocket Magnifier is a folding pocket magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Its magnifying lens offers 5 times magnification. The case is split into two sections and slides apart to reveal the lens. When closed, the case conceals the lens and protects it from scratches when taken in and out of pockets. DIMENSIONS: The magnifying lens is 1.25 inches in diameter. COLOR: The case is available in blue, black, yellow, white and orange.

Slim Armstrong Mounting System

The Slim Armstrong Mounting System is a mounting system for communication devices or switches that can be attached to wheelchairs, bed frames, tables or trays for activities at home, school, work and in the community. The device has a slender, telescoping arm that holds up to 5 pounds. The system includes the following components: a clamp for anchoring on most curved or flat surfaces, a ball joint, a flexor rod with built-in ball joint, a telescoping arm, and a small triangular mounting plate. T

Slim Foam Grip

The Slim Foam Grip is a pencil holder designed for use by children and adults with upper extremity disabilities. This soft grip is slightly enlarged at one end to provide tactile cues for finger positioning.

Slim-Grip Bike Mount With Safety Strap (Model Sm532)

The Slim-Grip Bike Mount with Safety Strap, model SM532, is a cell phone wheelchair mount designed for use by individuals with lower extremity or mobilitiy disabilities or spinal cord injury. Originally designed for bicycles, this low profile mount is compatible with most smartphones with a screen size of 3.2 inches or more, with or without a case, including the iPhone, HTC, Samsung, Motorola, LG, Sony Ericsson, and ASUS. The mount has a 180 degrees tilt-swivel head that allows maximum viewing p

Slip Grips

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a gripping device (Slip Grip) to assist individuals with limited hand mobility to manipulate objects that they would otherwise be unable to use. The product is used by slipping the finger holds over the thumb and forefinger and then snapping objects in to place via the clips located in between these finger holds. At a slight angle, the clip directs objects placed in it downward, giving the user a natural range of motion. When wearing a S

Slip-On Typing / Keyboard Aid

The Slip-on Typing/Keyboard Aid is a typing aid designed for use by people with limited grasp who cannot access a keyboard with their fingers. The device features a loop that slips over the hand and tightens with a Velcro strap. The pointer end has a rounded rubber tip for striking the keys. Models are available for right- or left-hand use. SIZES: One size fits all.

Slip-On Writing Aid

The Slip-on Writing Aid is a writing aid that holds a standard pen or pencil in the proper position for writing for people with hand or finger disabilities. The device consists of a loop that slips over the hand and is attached with a wing nut to an extension which parallels the index finger. The extension ends in a loop for holding the pen. The angle of the writing instrument may be adjusted by adjusting the wing nut. Models are available for the right or left hand.

Small Clock Communicator (Model 1230, 1230-8)

Small Clock Communicator, models 1230 and 1230-8, is a scanning communication training aid with a dial face for children with phsical, cognitive and/or speech disabilities. The user causes a pointer to rotate by activating a single switch. When the desired position is reached, the user releases the switch, stopping the pointer. Any desired symbols may be placed on the Communicator's face. The speed of the pointer movement is adjustable. Suction cups on the base provide secure mounting to a bedsi

Small Loose Leaf Pocket Notebook (Model 23-2501-7)

The Small Loose Leaf Pocket Notebook, model 23-2501-7, is a three-ring notebook with a 20-cell, 8-line braille slate and room for storing notes and extra paper. It uses 3-holed loose-leaf paper measuring 3.5 by 6 1/8 inches (see separate entry for Braille Paper Pad.) This braille notebook also comes with a braille stylus.

Small Pvc E-Tran

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with communication disabilities to communicate. To make this device, using a hack saw or PVC cutting tool, cut the 52 inches of PVC tubing into one 16-inch segment, two 14-inch segments and four two-inch segments. Insert each 14-inch segment of PVC tubing into a PVC tee connector. Insert the other end of each 14-inch segment into a PVC elbow. Join the two 14-inch segments using the 16-inch segment by inserting each end of the 16-inch seg

Small Talk (Model 4201)

The Small Talk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. Pushing the round plate activates a pre-recorded. The device offers 20 seconds of recording time and it is also equipped with a switch jack to enable a connected device to be activated with the message. POWER: Uses four triple-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 4 x 5 x 3 inches. The activation area is 2.5 inches. COLOR: Black base with a choice of a red, blue, green, yellow, o

SmallTalk Aphasia - Female

Designed for people with aphasia, an impairment in the ability to use language, SmallTalk Aphasia is an app that provides a vocabulary of pictures and videos that talk in a natural, female voice. SmallTalk Aphasia contains a starter set of icons to introduce users to the Lingraphica communication system. When used together with the Lingraphica speech-generating device, it allows users to personalize and expand the vocabulary to thousands of words. With the SmallTalk Aphasia app, users can take a

SmallTalk Aphasia - Male

Designed for people with aphasia, an impairment in the ability to use language, SmallTalk Aphasia is an app that provides a vocabulary of pictures and videos that talk in a natural, male voice. SmallTalk Aphasia contains a starter set of icons to introduce users to the Lingraphica communication system. When used together with the Lingraphica speech-generating device, it allows users to personalize and expand the vocabulary to thousands of words. With the SmallTalk Aphasia app, users can take alo

SmallTalk Common Phrases

The SmallTalk Common Phrases app provides a series of speech-exercise videos, each illustrating the tongue and lip movements necessary to produce common phrases, such as greetings, conversational phrases, and aphasia-oriented phrases (for example, “I had a stroke.”). These articulation videos allow people with apraxia, aphasia, and/or dysarthria resulting from stroke or head injury to practice these common phrases as often as they like. Because each exercise comes as an individual video, they ca

SmallTalk Consonant Blends

The SmallTalk Consonant Blends app provides a series of speech-exercise videos, each illustrating the tongue and lip movements necessary to produce consonant blends where two or three consonants are blended together, such as “bl” or “str.” These articulation videos allow people with apraxia, aphasia, and/or dysarthria resulting from stroke or head injury to practice consonant blends as often as they like. Because each exercise comes as an individual video, they can focus on just the blends they

SmallTalk Conversational Phrases

Designed for people with aphasia, an impairment in the ability to use language, SmallTalk Conversational Phrases is an app that provides a vocabulary of pictures that talk in a natural human voice. SmallTalk Conversational Phrases contains words and phrases commonly used in conversations, such as greetings, responses, requests, and statements about well-being. This app lets users take along a set of words and phrases to use in daily conversations with friends, relatives, and people they encounte

SmallTalk Daily Activities

Designed for people with aphasia, an impairment in the ability to use language, SmallTalk Daily Activities is an app that provides a vocabulary of pictures that talk in a natural human voice. SmallTalk Daily Activities contains words and phrases related to the Activities of Daily Living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and leisure. This app allows users to communicate and describe their daily needs with family and caregivers.

SmallTalk Days, Months, Dates

The SmallTalk Days, Months, Dates app provides a series of speech-exercise videos, each illustrating the tongue and lip movements necessary to produce the days of the week, months of the year, and ordinal numbers 1st through 31st. These articulation videos allow people with apraxia, aphasia, and/or dysarthria resulting from stroke or head injury to practice time-related phrases as often as they like. Because each exercise comes as an individual video, users can focus on just the words they need

SmallTalk Dysphagia

SmallTalk Dysphagia is an app designed for people with dysphagia, an impairment of the ability to swallow. SmallTalk Dysphagia provides a vocabulary of pictures and icons that talk in a natural human voice. SmallTalk Dysphagia contains 50 phrases that cover eating equipment, meal assistance, diet, liquids, medications, and compensatory treatment techniques. It also contains four demonstration videos of treatment techniques commonly used for swallowing. This app allows users to take along the wor

SmallTalk Intensive Care

The SmallTalk Intensive Care app provides a picture-based vocabulary of phrases that patients can use to communicate their needs and feelings to medical-care providers in the ICU, such as “I have chest pain” and “I want a doctor.” The app is designed for anyone who has difficulty speaking or is unable to speak, due either to having a language impairment, not being a native speaker, or being intubated or on a tracheotomy tube. Phrases are spoken in a natural human voice, and accompanying pictures

SmallTalk Letters, Numbers, Colors

The SmallTalk Letters, Numbers, Colors app provides a series of speech-exercise videos, each illustrating the tongue and lip movements necessary to produce the 26 letters of the English alphabet, numbers 1-20, and primary colors. These articulation videos allow people with apraxia, aphasia, and/or dysarthria resulting from stroke or head injury to practice letters, numbers, and colors as often as they like. Because each exercise comes as an individual video, users can focus on just the words the

SmallTalk Oral Motor Exercises

Designed for people with weak mouth, tongue, and lip muscles and/or poor oral coordination, SmallTalk Oral Motor Exercises is an app that contains videos illustrating cheek, tongue, palate, lip, and jaw exercises that help strengthen the oral musculature. SmallTalk Oral Motor Exercises provides focused, effective rehabilitation. Because each exercise comes as an individual video, users can focus on just the exercises they need and repeat them as many times as they like.

SmallTalk Pain Scale

Designed for people with aphasia, apraxia, or dysarthria, SmallTalk Pain Scale is an app that provides a vocabulary of pictures that talk in a natural human voice. SmallTalk Pain Scale contains pain descriptions and images from the Wong-Baker Faces Pain Scale. This app will allow users to communicate their level and type of pain to family members, caregivers, and health-care providers.

SmallTalk Phonemes

The SmallTalk Phonemes app provides a series of speech-exercise videos, each illustrating the tongue and lip movements necessary to produce each of the phonemes in the English language. These articulation videos allow people with apraxia, aphasia, and/or dysarthria resulting from stroke or head injury to practice the English phonemes as often as they like. Because each exercise comes as an individual video, users can focus on just the phonemes they want to practice and repeat them as many times

Smart / Scan 32 Pro

Smart/Scan 8 Pro is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device has a light-touch membrane panel with an 32-cell overlay grid. The grid is illuminated with high intensity LEDs. It can record and play back 32 messages up to 10 seconds long on each of 6 levels, for a total of up to 192 independent messages. It can operate in linear, row/column or step mode, allowing single- or two- switch scanning with

Smart / Scan 8 Plus

Smart/Scan 8 Plus is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device has a light-touch membrane panel with an 8-cell overlay grid. It can record and play back eight messages up to 10 seconds long on each of six levels, for a total of up to 48 independent messages. It can operate in linear or step mode, allowing single- or two- switch scanning with LED and auditory prompts. Scan speeds are slow at 4.5 sec

Smart / Scan 8 Pro

Smart/Scan 8 Pro is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device has a light-touch membrane panel with an 8-cell overlay grid. The grid is illuminated with high intensity LEDs. It can record and play back 8 messages up to 10 seconds long on each of 6 levels, for a total of up to 48 independent messages. It can operate in linear, row/column or step mode, allowing single- or two- switch scanning with LE

Smart / Speak

Smart/Speak is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Messages can be recorded and played back on six levels with up to 36 10-second messages per level, and are stored on an interchangeable flash memory card. The water-resistant membrane panel has 36 picture slots for message identification. The unit has an ABS injection-molded case, with external speaker and record jacks, a carrying handle, a shoulder strap, and a c

Smart / Talk

Smart/Talk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Messages can be recorded and played back on six levels with up to eight 10-second messages per level. The water-resistant membrane panel has eight picture slots for message identification. The unit has four input jacks for switch access, four output jacks to control toys or appliances, and external speaker and record jacks. The unit is equipped with rear-mounted v

Smart Document Camera

The SMART Document Camera is a computer display accessory and video magnifier designed for use by teachers working with children with learning, cognitive or developmental disabilities or low vision. The system uses a high-resolution video camera to display clear and detailed images on a computer screen. The user can hold physical objects under the camera and display them on a SMART Board interactive whiteboard (see separate entry), or use the included Mixed Reality Tools for in-depth exploration

Smart Oral Motor

Smart Oral Motor is a speech training program and an oral motor skills training program designed for use by occupational and speech therapists and parents working with children with eating, swallowing, speech or fine motor disabilities. This application (or app) allows a parent or therapist to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to facilitate oral motor skills development in children with specific speech impairments such as apraxia of speech, Down syndrome or craniofacial anomalies. These

Smart Phone Bed Shaker

The Smart Phone Bed Shaker Clock is designed for users who are elderly, heavy sleepers, hard of hearing, deaf and more. The device is a wireless shaker module with power cube that connects to a smart phone. Just download alarm clock application and simply pair to a smartphone or tablet. App controls alarm, timer and clock functions.

Smart Phone Docking Station with Speaker

The Smart Phone Docking Station with Speaker is designed for users who are elderly, heavy sleepers, hard of hearing, deaf and more. This compact quality 2-in-1 Wireless Speaker and Phone Stand has touch-sensitive controls, wireless and audio (port) connections, memory pairing capability, two-way USB port-- plays and charges at same time. Rechargeable Li-ion battery provides up to ten hours of play time with a 5V battery. Battery charging time 3-4 hours. Download the free App for numerous functio

Smart Speech For Reach Interface Author

Smart Speech for REACH Interface Author is a word prediction program and a communicator program designed for use by individuals with learning, fine motor, speech or severe physical disabilities. This program is an add-on for the REACH Interface Author (see separate entry). Smart Speech build sentences by leveraging the use of Smart Lists (see separate entry) technology. With each click, the user is offered a Smart List menu containing probable words and grammatical categories, both based on what

Smart Start Paper

Simply Smart Writing Paper is designed for use with children with eye hand and fine motor disabilities. This paper features bold graphics and color-coded lines to aid in recognition of lines and spaces. This high-quality paper erases easily and comes in packages of 100 sheets. The paper is available in grade one writing paper, grade one and two writing paper or grade one story paper (one-half page writing paper and one-half page for drawing), or grade one and two story paper. COLOR: Blue top lin

Smart, The

The Smart is a direct selection or keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. The system consists of a handheld personal computer (PC) running Windows Mobile with a touch screen and Mind Express graphical communication software. The touch screen can be activated with an active pen, a finger, or a fingernail. The device has headphone audio output and built-in amplified speakers. Standard features include an eleastic hand strap, belt clip, neck

Smart/128

Smart/128 is a direct selection communicator and communication board designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This augmentative and alternative communication device features a removable transparent top grid with 128 locations for recorded messages. Without the grid, the device can be used for pictorial communication. With the grid, messages up to 2.25 seconds long can be recorded and played back on six levels with up to 128 messages per level. The device comes w

Smart/scan 32 Plus

Smart/Scan 32 Plus is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This portable device has a light-touch membrane panel with a 32-cell overlay grid. It can record and play back 32 messages up to 10 seconds long on each of six levels, for up to 192 independent messages. Operating in row/column, linear, or step mode, it allows single- or two-switch scanning with LED and auditory prompts. Scan speeds are slow at 4.5 seconds

Smarted Pad

SmartEdPad is a dedicated intervention tool designed for use by school based therapists and special educators working with students in K-12 grades. It is designed to provide intervention and assist in managing therapy and teaching workloads in more efficient and effective ways. SmartEdPad can be used at school, in clinics, or at home. The activities align with common core standard. The SmartEdPad has over 15 categories such as language articulation, phonics, writing, motor skills, AAC, entert

Smartview Graduate

The SmartView Graduate is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It can magnify up to 50 times in two modes: (1) desktop mode to read papers or other materials that can be laid flat on the base or (2) distance mode to read writing on a blackboard or a presentation. There are zoom in and out buttons on the camera or the zoom can be controlled from a computer to which the Graduate is connected. The Graduate has a color camera with autofocus and 360-degree rotation. It

Smartview Nano

The SmartView Nano Video Magnifier is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The SmartView Nano has a color liquid crystal display (LCD) screen with a 5X to 20X magnification range. Magnified images can be displayed in full color or inverse mode. Other features include a 1.8-inch display, freeze picture, automatic shut-off, built-in lighting, and carrying strap. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 4.5 x 3 x 0.8 inches. POWER: Uses 3 AAA rechargeable batteries (included) An A

Smartview Pocket

The SmartView Pocket is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This electronic magnifier has a built-in color thin-film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD), and it features seven levels of magnification that range from 3 times to 9 times. Images can be viewed in full color, gray scale, black and white, or reverse black and white, with different high-contrast modes to enhance the image. The user can switch from reading to writing mode by turning the

Smartview Synergy

The SmartView Synergy is a desktop video magnifier and CCTV designed for used by individuals with low vision. This system features an autofocus camera and is available with no LCD monitor, a 19-inch flat LCD monitor or a 22-inch widescreen LCD monitor. It can connect to the user’s own monitor or TV using VGA or TV/Composite video output connections. The base includes a reading table that moves quietly in any direction and a brake to lock the table in position. The user can switch between image v

Smartview Versa

The SmartView Versa is a handheld video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The unit features a 4.3-inch widescreen LCD screen and magnifies up to 15 times. It can be connected to a TV for increased magnification. Magnified images can be displayed in full color or several high contrast viewing modes. The unit's autofocus allows the user to hold it at at varying distances from an object and still be able to read the text. The Versa has a retractable handle for easier grippi

Smartview Versa Plus

The SmartView Versa Plus is a handheld video magnifier and digital recorder designed for use by individuals with low vision. It also The unit features a 4.3-inch widescreen LCD screen, and it features 6 magnification levels that range from 5 to 15 times. The Versa Plus connects to a TV for increased magnification. Magnified images can be displayed in full color or high contrast viewing modes. The Versa Plus comes with a removable SD 32-gigabyte memory card on which images or audio recordings can

Smartview Xtend

Smartview Xtend is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. There are four models: Basic Xtend, Module 1 Xtend, Module 2 Xtend, and Module 3 Xtend. All of the models have a color flatscreen display; magnification range from 3x to 68x depending on screen size; auto focus; brightness control; high contrast; LED illumination; and reverse polarity. Additional Module 1 Xtend features include lines and blinds, page locator, and magnification preset. Additional Module

Smartwave Communicator (Model Ae 107)

The Smartwave Communicator, model AE 107, is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a portable pendant-style transmitter and a base unit with a built-in two-way loudspeaker. To report an emergency, the user pushes a button on the portable transmitter, and the base unit calls a monitoring center (monitoring service not included). The transmitters typically cover a range of 250 feet or more in an open and unobstruct

Smarty Speech

Smarty Speech is a speech remediation program and a speech training program designed for use by speech therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. The program allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to improve his or her articulation skills with a therapist, parent, or independently. The app includes all sounds in the English language and 936 words, each with its own respective image. An existing user can be selected from a list o

Snail Braille Reader

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a Braille reader for individuals how are blind or have low vision. The Snail is a voice output braille reader that is designed to work even on bumpy surfaces. The device can read braille text for immediate playback, or record it for future playback. It can also send its voice output to a Bluetooth headset so that the user can listen to the book without disturbing others. Snail's pressure-sensitive touch pad can be rolled on uneven brail

Snap-On Keyguards

Snap-On Keyguards are keyguards designed for use by individuals with fine motor disabilities. Designed for use with Key Largo or Discover:Board (sold separately; see entries), these clear, snap-on guards are available in 128-key, 64-key, or 32-key configurations (sold separately). The guards enable the user to keep his/her fingers positioned over the appropriate keys while making a selection and to rest his or her hands on the keyboard during use.

Snow 7 HD Plus

The Snow 7 HD Plus is a handheld video magnifier designed for individuals with low vision. It enables users who are visually impaired to read materials on long pages in 20 languages. A full page can be scanned at a time, and half of an A4 page is most recommended. The page will be displayed as text in four high contrast colors as device reads for users, facilitating the hearing, and seeing simultaneously.

Snow S

The Zoomax Snow S is a handheld video magnifier for people with low vision with conditions such as AMD, Glaucoma, Macular degeneration, or Retinis pigmentosa. The Zoomax Snow S features a 4.7 inch display, HD screen, HD Camera, and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and Text-To-Speach (TTS) function.

Social Sequences Set 1 And Set 2

Social Sequences, Set 1 and Set 2 are a language training system designed for use with children with cognitive or communication disabilities. These sets (sold individually) contain high-quality photographic image sequences on 48 write-on, wipe-off cards, reusable sentence strips, a special pencil, and instructor's notes. Set 1, Everyday Activities, includes 16 three-card sequences of activities in the home. Set 2, School-Based Activities, includes 12 four-card sequences with activities which mak

Social Skills Game Combo Pack

Social skills game combo pack is a game designed to teach social skills, facial expression, and interpretation for use by children three years old with autism or any disability that affects a child's social skills or social interpretation. The combo pack includes the "Guess How I Feel" and "Social (e)motion" games. Intended for social skill development and to teach turn taking, emotional expression, life skills. Has a reward system to encourage players. Appropriate for use during Speech and lang

Soft / Writing Drawing Grips

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with grasping or fine motor disabilities to hold pens, pencils, crayons, or paint brushes. To make these grips, take a 35-millimeter film canisters and cut an "x" in the bottom. The size of the "x" should correspond to the diameter of the writing or drawing implement. Slide the writing or drawing tool through the "x" to create a large gripping surface. The user can hold the tool in a tripod grasp, modified tripod grasp or in a palmar gras

Soft Carry Case

The Soft Carry Case is a carrying aid for communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. The case is designed specifically for the to help minimize the scratching and scuffing of a communicator that occurs during transport. The briefcase-style case has a carrying handle and a shoulder strap. In addition, the case has both internal and external compartments for storage of accessories such as a wireless mouse, keyboard, and charger (not included).

Soft Communication / Choice Board (Model 032045)

The Soft Communication/Choice Board, model 032045, is a communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities or autism who may become physically aggressive. This board is made of soft material to prevent users from injuring themselves or others. It is covered with two-sided Velcro-friendly fabric on which Velcro-backed pictures are placed. The user can point to a picture to communicate a message. The unit includes a pocket on top with a Velcro closure

Soft Pet

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype of a mobile phone with call-and-respond naming capacity for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Dubbed the Soft Pet by its designers, this mobile phone responds to its assigned name when called much like a pet does. In addition to the call-and-respond naming capability, the Soft Pet offers speech input and output functionality and Braille buttons. The user gives the Soft Pet mobile phone a name much like they would a pet. When the

Soft Plastic Grips

The Soft Plastic Grips are pencil holders designed for use by individuals with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. Available in two sizes and in a choice of round or triangular shapes, these grips can be used with standard pens or pencils or with the larger primary pencils. SIZES: Large or small. DIMENSIONS: The large models are 3/8-inch in diameter and the small model is .25-inch in diameter.

Softwriting

SoftWriting is an optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals with low vision. It enables the user to convert non-connected handwritten text into a computer text file, such as a Word document or standard text document. The system may be used by anyone wishing to transfer handwritten material or notes to a computer text file without having to retype it. It is simple to use and requires no prior training. The user first scans the handwritten document with the aid of a sta

Softype 4.2 & Softype 4.5 For International Keyboards

SofType is an on screen keyboard program designed for use by people with upper extremity, neurological, or severe physical disabilities or spinal cord injury. This graphical keyboard program provides access to Microsoft Windows applications and works with any mouse or mouse emulator, such as the HeadMouse or HeadMouse for Portables (not included; see separate entries). The software includes a variety of features including word prediction, which enables the user to select a word from the included

Solatone

The SolaTone is an electric-powered artificial larynx designed for use by persons who have had laryngectomies. The SolaTone is held in contact with the throat and activated by pressure on a button on the artificial larynx. The SolaTone also enables the user to vary the volume of his/her voice to levels appropriate to the size of the group to which he/she is speaking; however, it only "speaks" in monotone. An adjustment screwdriver, oral straws and oral adaptor are included. POWER: Uses one 9-vol

Solo Scope Mini Pocket Monocular

The Solo Scope Mini Pocket Monocular is a monocular lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pocket-sized scope has an easy-to-grip rubberized housing and offers 7x magnification. The scope includes a lens cloth, a soft carrying case with belt loop, and a lanyard. DIMENSIONS: The field of view is 181 feet at 1,000 yards. The scope is 1.25 x 3.25 inches and 3.75 x 1.75 x 1.25 inches in the carrying case. WEIGHT: 1.5 ounces. COLOR: Orange.

Solution, The (Models 999864 & 999865)

The Solution is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals wih low vision. This desktop model features a viewing table under a black-and-white, model 999864, or color, model 999865, camera that can be connected to either a computer or a television. This model is available only with manual focus. OPTIONS: 17-inch computer monitor. WARRANTY: Two years.

Songboard And Book Easel

The Songboard and Book Easel, model PVC-SB, is an easel and book holder designed for use by individuals with grasping, upper extremity, ormobility disabilities. This collapsible easel is lightweight and portable. The top part of the easel holds a standard songboard, which is attached to the easel with Velcro. Brackets extend from the middle section of the songboard, providing a place to display a standard-size book or 3-ring binder. In classroom use, this gives the instructor two free hands to a

Sonic Alert Bed Shaker (Model Pv1)

The Sonic Alert Bed Shaker, model PV1, is a bed vibrator designed to alert sleepers with limited or no hearing to a wake-up alarm or signal from a doorbell, telephone or baby cry. The cylindrical unit will vibrate to alert the sleeper. The vibrator is portable and placed between mattress and box springs or under a pillow. It may be plugged into Sonic Alert's wake-up alarm or their SideKick remote receivers. POWER: The unit is operated by 12 V DC electricity.

Sonic Alert Remote Horn (Model Rh 100)

The Sonic Alert Remote Horn, model RH 100, is a doorbell and telephone signal and sound monitor signal designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. When doorbell, telephone, or baby cry signals (not included) are activated, the Remote Horn emits a loud (78 to 85 decibels), low frequency audio horn sound. POWER: Uses normal household current.

Sonic Alert Sonic Boom Sbh400Ss Extra Loud Sweetheart Alarm Clock With Vibrating Bed Shaker

The Sonic Alert Sonic Boom SBH400ss Extra Loud Sweetheart Alarm Clock with Vibrating Bed Shaker is an alarm clock designed for the hearing impaired, as (in addition its added volume) the alarm clock shakes to alert the sleeper. The SBH400ss clock also has a switch that allows user to select 12/24 hour time. Attachable 12-volt vibrating bed shaker included. Hi/low dimmer switch to sleep better at night. Extra loud pulsating audio alarm with a loud 113 decibel adjustable tone & volume control.

Sonic Beam Call Waiting Signaler

The Sonic Beam Call Waiting Signaler is a call waiting signal designed to work in conjunction with call waiting service to notify individuals with hearing disabilities to incoming calls while on another telephone call. The unit works with all telephones and TTYs and connects easily to any modular phone jack. Once connected, the device works with call waiting service (ordered separately from the local telephone company) to flash a light in the unit to alert the user to an incoming call. WARRANTY:

Sonic Boom Alarm Clock With Bed Vibrator

The Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with Bed Vibrator, is a digital alarm clock and bed vibrator designed for use by persons with hearing disabilities. This digital alarm clock offers the choice of sound, light, and/or vibration to wake the user. Standard features include a built-in outlet for a lamp, an auxiliary jack for the bed vibrator (sold separately), battery back up, a snooze button, an angle-adjustable green digital display, a buzzer that adjusts to up to 98 decibels, volume and tone adjustmen

Sonic Ring Jr. (Model Tr 50)

The Sonic Ring Jr., model TR 50, is a flashing light telephone signal designed to alert individuals with hearing disabilities to the ringing of a telephone. The unit plugs into any standard outlet and modular phone jack. When the telephone rings, the signaler causes any lamp plugged into it to flash. POWER: Plugs into any standard alternating current (AC) outlet. WARRANTY: One year warranty.

Sonic Super Ear

The Sonic Super Ear is an assistive listening system designed to pick up sound at the source, amplify it and direct it toward the listener for individuals who hard of hearing. The user puts on the stereo headphones, turns on the system and adjusts the volume. It is completely portable with a spring steel clip provided for attaching the amplifier to a pocket, label or belt. It is designed to provide up to 50+ decibals of ambient sound amplification with a maximum output of 107dB. POWER: A single

Sonivox Wireless Amplifier

The SoniVox Waistband Amplifier is a small, portable speech amplifier designed for use by people with speech disabilities. It can be worn around the waist on a belt. The SoniVox can be used with a wireless high-gain headset microphone or a lapel microphone, both of which are included with the unit. The voice is projected from the 15-watt amplifier. The volume on the amplifier is adjustable. A carrying case is included. POWER: Uses rechargeable double-A batteries (included) A battery charger is a

Sony Four-Track Cassette Player/recorder

The Sony Four-Track Cassette Player/Recorder is a four-track cassette player and recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Features include variable speed playback, an external speaker, headphones, a microphone jack, and a tape counter. It will not erase tapes. It comes with a carrying case. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 1.25 x 3.25 x 4.375 inches.

Sony Radio Cassette-Corder

The Sony Radio Cassette-Corder is a four-track cassette player, two-track cassette player/recorder, and TV/weather band/AM/FM radio designed for use byindividuals who are blind or have low vision. The unit features variable speed control, built-in speakers, and an FM/TV telescopic antenna. The unit does not erase four track cassettes. POWER: Uses four D batteries or alternating current (AC); batteries and a power cord are included. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 5 x 10.75 x 6 inches. WEIGHT: 3 pounds 6 oun

Sony Slim-Man

The Sony Slim-Man is a four track cassette player and two track cassette player/recorder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It plays cassette tapes at 1 7/8 (standard) and 15/16 (Library of Congress Talking Book) speeds. It features a stereo microphone, variable speed control, pause, a tape counter, and microphone and headphone jacks. Print and cassette instructions are included. POWER: Uses four triple-A batteries (included) or alternating current (AC) adapter (in

Soothsayer Word Prediction Program

The SoothSayer Word Prediction Program is a word prediction and abbreviation expansion program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or cognitive disabilities. Features include sentence completion; abbreviation expansion; a main dictionary of more than 11,000 words; a built-in speech augmentation dictionary; customizable user dictionarie swith a "Build Dictionary" feature (from a text file); word-usage learning and word tips options (words presented/spoken individually instead of

Sorenson Video Center

Sorenson Video Center is a video telephony program and electronic mail program designed for use by people who are deaf or hard or hearing and use sign language to communicate. Sorenson Video Center is designed to be used with the Sorenson Video Relay Service (SVRS). It allows an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to receive and view video relay messages received by the SVRS from people who have a regular telephone. This application (or app) does not have the capability to place calls through the S

Soundamp R

soundAMP R is a voice amplifier and voice recorder designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch as a hearing aid. Sounds are picked up by the device’s microphone, amplified and processed in realtime by soundAMP R, and sent to the user’s earphones or earbuds. The user can adjust the volume by sliding the volume button and adjust background sound levels for each situation by moving the Zoom slider. The program al

SoundingBoard 4+

SoundingBoard transforms your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad into a communication device. It is designed for use by children and adults with communication, cognitive, developmental delays or autism. This app or application allows you to create custom boards by using AbleNet symbols or your own photographs. CAPACITY: SoundingBoard is compatible with iPad 4th Generation, iPad 3rd Generation, iPad mini, iPhone 5 and iPod touch 5th Generation. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer SYSTEM RE

Soundings Audio Books

Soundings Audio Books are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books are unabridged and sold on cassette tapes for use on ordinary tape recorders.

Soundnote Application

SoundNote is an app designed to help individuals who have trouble communicating orally, as it offers ways for augmentative and alternative communication such as vibrating and loud alarms and an easy to read calendar. It is available to download as an app on iTunes. After updating to iOS 7, SoundNote may be enabled in Settings / Privacy / Microphone. Requires iOS 6.1 or later. Compatible with iPad. Version 2.5.1. Size 2.7 megabytes. LANGUAGE: English, Dutch, French. German, Italian, Japanese, Kor

Soundpod For Ipad Wearable Aac Conversion Kit

The SoundPOD for iPad Wearable AAC Conversion Kit is a computer direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Designed for users who already have an iPad with an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) application, this conversion package allows an iPad to be converted into a complete AAC system. This conversion package comes with either an adaptive case that fits an iPad or iPad

Soundscope

The SoundScope is a speech and sound analysis program designed to record, view, analyze, play, store and print sound waveforms for individuals who have speech disabilities. It features the following analysis routines: Time Waveform, Expanded Time Waveforms, Wideband FFT, Narrowband FFT, LPC, Cepstrum, Spectrogram, LPC History, Fundamental Frequency, Jitter, Shimmer, Harmonic-to-Noise Ratio, Envelope, Energy, Zero Crossing, Spline, LPC Residual, and Average Spectrum.SoundScope provides a powerful

Sp Fone

The SP Fone is a speakerphone designed to permit hands-free use by individuals who are quadriplegic or who have other upper extremity disabilities. This phone is equipped with a sip-and-puff gooseneck that activates a switch to open and disconnect the phone line. The user sips on the gooseneck mouthpiece to open the line, puffs to dial the operator who dials the requested number, and sips again to disconnect the call. DIMENSIONS: The phone is available with a choice of a 16- or 24-inch long goos

Speak A Need (Model 1254)

Speak A Need, model 1254, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. Designed to be simple and fast to program and use, this five-level communicator allows the recording of five different categories of needs such as food, bathing, and health needs. Once a category is chosen, pushing the red button sequences through a list of up to 10 items within that category. For example, on the food level, the list could include coffee, milk,

Speak Easy (Model 4392)

The Speak Easy, model 4392, is a speech teaching device designed for use with children with communication disabilities. Shaped like a tubular telephone handset, this device enables children to listen to their reading rate, phrasing, and expression and to receive auditory feedback for speech therapy when they speak into it. DIMENSIONS (LxW): 6 x 1 inches.

Speak it!

Speak it! is text to speech application designed for people with learning and communication disabilities. The user can copy emails, documents, web pages, PDF files, and more; paste them into Speak it!, and have the text spoken back with quality text to speech engine available anywhere. The user can even create the same quality audio files of the text to speech which can then be emailed to anyone. Speak it! can make announcements using a Public Address system. The user can set up a list of pre-ma

Speak Up!

Speak Up! is a cause and effect progam designed to encourage vocalization in children with cognitive or communication disabilities. The program comes with 10 different images that grow, move, and become wider as the user makes sounds into a microphone (not included). The image changes according to the volume of the sound made by the child. Pictures can also be inserted to customize the program to user needs, including family pictures, pets, and places familiar to the user. This program is access

Speak4Use

Speak4Use is an environmental control system and voice input and environmental control program designed for people who are blind or have low vision or who have mobility disabilities. It is designed to provide wireless voice control of a person's computer as well as environmental, communications and entertainment systems that are connected to the computer. After installing the Speak4Use (S4U) software on a computer, the user adds the S4U Environment Controller (included) which provides the voice

Speakeasy Media System

The SpeakEasy Media System is a computer-based voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. Using audio menus and minimal keyboard commands, users may navigate to different features of the system. Features include: Scan & Read (works like a traditional reading machine); news article browsing; web searches; a talking reference section with dictionary, thesaurus, and encyclopedia; e-mail; audio books, including a Daisy book reader, audio bo

Speakeasy Reading Machine

The SpeakEasy Reading Machine is a voice output reading machine designed for use by individuals who are blind or who have low vision. This machine reads printed text (newspapers, magazines, books, bills, etc.) or document files from a USB thumb drive, aloud in a choice of two high-fidelity, human-like voices. It also allows users who have the internet to access audio books from the web. The arcade-style controller enables the user to manage documents intuitively. Documents can be read continuous

Speaking Dynamically & Speaking Dynamically Pro

Speaking Dynamically and Speaking Dynamically Pro are symbolic communicator, direct selection communicator, and scanning symbol communicator programs designed for making customized, multi-level, picture or word communication boards with speech output. These programs may be used as tools for teaching cause and effect, switches, scanning, symbol training, phrase and sentence structure, spelling, word prediction, or reading activities. As assessment tools, these programs can evaluate augmentative c

Speaking Of Speech Cd

The Speaking of Speech CD is a speech and language training program designed for use by speech and language therapists working with children who have communication or speech disabilities. Included on this CD are extension activities for 25 children's books; phonemic awareness activities and manipulables; One-Minute Drills for phonemic practice in the classroom; Games on the Go and Reading Tips for parents; posters, games, and Spinnerz; a summer speech/language activity packet; year-round activit

Speckfinder

The SpeckFinder is a CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This video magnifier is designed for industrial use. It features a high resolution CCD camera with either manual or auto focus, and a flat panel TFT (thin film transistor) display. Two independent 20-watt halogen bulbs mounted on flexible arms provide shadow-free or high-light viewing. The high-gain camera can also be used for viewing in low light, and has a continuous magnification range of 1 through 40 times. The magnif

Spectacle Binoculars (Models 4090, 4090/02, & 4090/03)

Spectacle Binoculars are binocular magnifiers designed for use by persons with low vision. Spectacle Binoculars have two pairs of lenses on an eyeglass frame, with the outer pair mounted in front of the inner pair. Turning a wheel adjusts the focus by changing the distance between the inner and outer pairs. Spectacle binoculars allow hands-free viewing of sports events, television, movies, and theater. Model 4090 has 2x magnification, tinted lenses, and a far-view focal distance. Model 4090/02 h

Speech Adjust-A-Tone (Model Hga-Tp)

The Speech Adjust-A-Tone, model HGA-TP, is an amplifier designed to provide sound enhancement of a telephone or television, radio, or tape recorder for individuals with hearing disabilities. The unit has a volume control and six adjustable frequency ranges to adapt to the user’s particular hearing loss and thus aid in speech discrimination as well as amplification. The unit has four jacks, one for the telephone base, one for the telephone handset, one for television/radio input, and one for a h

Speech Amplified Phone

The Speech Amplified Phone is a speech amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals with weak voices or low volume speech. This desk-style push-button telephone features a dial control in the handset which enables the user to control the volume heard by the listener, with a gain of 26 decibels. COLOR: Beige. WARRANTY: 90 days.

Speech Assistant

The Speech Assistant is a text to speech telephone system designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities. The system enables the user to communicate over a phone line with synthesized speech. Messages are typed in the system's text-to-speech program, which is installed on a personal computer (PC), personal digital assistant (PDA), or speech generating device. Messages are converted to synthesized voice audio and sent over the phone line by way of an included audio cable and interface c

Speech Buddies

Speech Buddies is designed for children with articulation disorders to help train their tongue placement, coordination and movement. Speech buddies are designed to help with R,S,L,CH and SH sounds. Uses tactile biofeedback by presenting a precisely located target so the user can feel correct tongue placement and movement required for speech. This product can be helpful to those with cleft palate or apraxia.

Speech Case for iPad

The Speech Case for iPad is a case designed specifically for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).  Equipped with extra loud speakers, an ergonomic and durable design, warranty options, and more - the Speech Case and Speech Case Pro provide a reliable communication solution for iOS users by transforming their iPad/iPad Pro* into a true AAC device. Choose between Speech Case for iPad 9.7 inch (6th and 5th generation only) and Speech Case Pro for iPad Pro 12.9 inch (2nd generation only

Speech Central for iOS

The Speech Central for iOS is designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism. This app is designed to help users interact with web sites and RSS feeds and pick articles to be read aloud by using headphones or Bluetooth hands-free. This way the app also makes the web much more accessible for people with eyesight disabilities or dyslexia. The app works by adding a web article for reading from any app that can share a web sit

Speech Central: Text to Speech

The Speech Central is a text to speech app for individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, or learning or speech disabilities. Users can interact with web sites and RSS feeds and pick articles to be read aloud by using headphone or Bluetooth hands-free buttons. Functions of those audio buttons can be customized which results in high productivity and accessibility. The app is accessible with VoiceOver, and can be used as an assistive technology and helper for people with visual impa

Speech Enhancer, The

The Speech Enhancer is an assistive speech device designed to adapt to an individual's voice level, analyze the atriculation, and make a suitable clarification of garbled speech for persons with dysarthria (speech disorder affecting tongue or speech muscles). This automated speech processing system allows the listener to hear the individual's voice quality, inflection, emotion and dialect with no time-delay. The processor features a voice level compensation that adjusts to all voice levels from

Speech Expressor (Models 1-07050-00 & 1-07050-01)

The Speech Expressor is a speech compressor designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This digital pitch control device works with a talking book cassette player or other tape player having a variable speed control, allowing the user to control the pitch while the playback speed is increased or decreased. The device controls volume, tone, compression rate, and sharpness, and is compatible with any sound source having variable speed control. It plugs in to the earphone jac

Speech Lingo

Speech Lingo is a speech training program designed for use with individuals with communication and cognitive disabilities. The program includes eight sets with cards for two sounds in each set. Each separately boxed, each set includes 12 pre-printed playing boards with realistic illustrations, 12 cards with corresponding cutout pictures, and instruction sheet with alternative uses. The program can be used as a bingo or matching game, to practice visual recognition, to create stories using the pi

Speech Therapist With Mirror (Model 9153)

The Speech Therapist with Mirror, model 9153, is a speech teaching device designed for use with individuals with speech disabilities. This talking device enables the user to visualize the formation of his/her words. It stores up to 20 seconds of speech and allows four five-second messages. Simply touch the plate switch to activate the pre-recorded message and begin training. This device can also be externally activated by plugging a capability switch (not included) into a jack on the side. POWER

Speech Therapy Mirror / Felt Board (Model H71801)

The Speech Therapy Mirror/Felt Board, model H71801, is an unbreakable acrylic mirror designed to be an aid for the student, teacher, speech therapist, or pathologist in speech training, and to be useful for oral motor exercises that pertain to eating. A felt surface on the back serves as a board for use with felt or flannel visual teaching aids. The felt backing is supplied separately in a sheet for peel-off application. Word or picture cards can be clipped to the top edge of the board. The mirr

Speech Trainer 3D

Speech Trainer 3D is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by individuals who have communication or speech disabilities. The program allows a person to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to practice every sound in the English language, including vowels and consonants. Speech Trainer 3D uses the International Phonetics Alphabet and contains 30 sounds, 23 consonants and 7 vowels. The program features three dimensional (3D) animations in two views: front

Speech-Over Professional

Speech-Over Professional is a voice input and output program, audio file creation program, and captioning system designed to add audio content to Microsoft PowerPoint presentations. This program offers a text-to-speech feature to add speech to selected sections of text with a simple dialog that allows the user to enter the text to be spoken and choose the voice to speak it. The dialog can also be used to add speech to graphics. A male and female voice are included. Text can be typed in or dictat

Speech-Teach Portable Mirror (Model 3463)

The Speech-Teach Portable Mirror, model 3463, is a non-glass, shatterproof speech mirror designed to allow the person with a speech disabilityview himself and the therapist simultaneously during therapy. The mirror is self-contained in a vinyl cover that folds back to form an angled stand. DIMENSIONS: 12 x 16 inches.

Speecheasy

SpeechEasy is a device that provides audio feedback for stuttering therapy. These fluency devices are worn similarly to a hearing aid, either in or behind the ear, and use altered auditory feedback. However, rather than amplify sound, these units recreate and optimize the choral effect. When users wear the devices, their words are digitally replayed in their ear with a very slight delay and frequency modification. As a result, the brain perceives that speaking is occurring in unison with another

Speechpro

Speechpro is a direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or neurological disabilities. This communicator program combines an onscreen keyboard with a dynamic display system on the same screen. It includes Neospeech (English) male and female voices and 5,500 communication symbols. The user can change the content and appearance of speech buttons, word buttons, or the keyboard, and save the layout as a template. Pictures, images, digital photo

Speechprompts

SpeechPrompts is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by children or adults who have communication or speech disabilities or autism and by speech and language therapists and parents working with these people. This application (or app) allows the user to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to practice rate, rhythm, stress and loudness of speech. The VoiceChart feature provides real-time feedback on loudness of speech, and it can be used in quiet or lou

Speechstream

SpeechStream is a voice option program designed for use by publishers to provide access to textbooks and other written material for students with learning disabilities. This program embeds auditory and visual resources within a publisher's content to improve retention, comprehension, and recall. Text can be read aloud continuously or by word, sentence, or paragraph, with dual color synchronous highlighting of text that is being read aloud; for example, highlighting a sentence in one color while

Spell Well

Spell Well is a spelling tutorial program designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. This CD-ROM has 20 colorful game boards, each focusing on vocabulary covering different topics, such as School, Home, Food, Ocean, and the Environment. There are over 2,500 ASL (American Sign Language) sign and graphic vocabulary prompts. When the player spells enough words to reach the end of a game, the screen comes alive with animation.

Spinning Communicator (Model 2043)

The Spinning Communicator, model 2043, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. The slightest touch rotates the carousel, enabling the most limited user to communicate special needs. This easy-access device can also be used in the classroom to match objects with words or pictures. Each of the 12 sectors has 18 seconds of recording time. Icons can be changed with the turn of a screw. Icons ar pictures are not included; however,

Spinning Communicator (Model W35934)

The Spinning Communicator, model W35934, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This communication device has 12 message slots on a rotating carousel, each with 18 seconds of recording time. A light touch turns the carousel. The doughnut-shaped icon holders (included) can be changed with the turn of a screw to create a variety of activities. POWER: Uses 4 triple-A batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): The icon opening

Spkr

SPKR is a speech aid for individuals who have lost the use of their larynxes. This artificial larynx is equipped with a dual tone rocker switch. SPKR comes with an oral connector, rechargeable battery, and battery charger.

Splish the Fish

Splish the Fish is a book designed for children with low vision. The child tactually searches for Splish and helps him find his way back to his friends. An accompanying storyboard with Velcro backed pieces permits the child to retell the story.

Spok21

Spok21 is a direct selection or combination direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. Intended for use by literate communicators who can utilize the device's phrase memories, this text-to-speech communicator can be accessed using the combination keyboard or scanning as needed. The communicator is available with a choice of the combination keyboard or a direct selection keyboard only. These keyboards are available with QW

Sport Glasses (Model 5445)

Glasses with telescopes mounted to lens area. 2.5 X magnification with 25 mm objective lens. Black lacquered frame.

Sports Glasses (Model 5445)

Sports Glasses, model 5445, are binocular magnifier glasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. These glasses consist of two telescopes mounted in an eyeglass frame that fits over the eyes like regular spectacles. The magnification level is 2.5X, with a focal length from 30 inches to infinity. The glasses can be used for viewing TV, opera, or sports events. They have glass objective lenses with a lacquered spectacle body. Interpupillary and nose bridge adjustments can be made. A lea

Spot 'n Line Pen

The Spot 'n Line Pen is a raised line tactile marker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The "pen" is a tube of non-toxic liquid that can be squeezed out to form three-dimensional raised lines, dots, and other shapes on a variety of surfaces. These tactile shapes can be felt once the liquid is thoroughly dry. The marker can be used for maps, item identification, and tactile drawings. The tube holds one fluid ounce. COLOR: White, orange, or black.

SPOT Gen3

The SPOT Gen3 is a GPS tracker designed for users with Alzheimer's, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other cognitive disabilities. The device is GPS tracker using 100% satellite technology. It's customized tracking allows the user to change the rate tracks are sent to 2½, 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes. A vibration sensor tells SPOT to send the user's GPS location when they are moving and to stop when they do. This conserves battery power and avoids sending duplicate tracks. SPOT Gen3 will send track mess

Spotlight On Reading & Listening Comprehension Level 1 Interactive Software (Model N61-9-Ws)

Spotlight on Reading & Listening Comprehension Level 1 Interactive Software, model N61-9-WS, is a reading tutorial program designed for use by students with learning disabilities. The program includes over 60 narrated stories at reading levels from 2.0 to 4.9, with 480 multiple-choice questions. Students listen to and read aloud with each story and its follow-up questions and answers. Narrated audio can be turned on and off at any time. Each story screen includes a full-color picture to help

Springboard Lite

SpringBoard Lite is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by children or adults with communication or speech disabilities. This dedicated communicator for entry-level users has a 4-, 8-, 15-, or 36-location display with direct selection, single- or dual-switch scanning, or joystick access, and includes five integrated versions of pre-stored vocabulary with an emphasis on core words that power most speech. Other features include simplified and advanced toolboxes; a built-i

Sprint Pcs Voice Phone (Model A560)

The Sprint PCS Voice Phone, model A560, is a voice activated cell phone designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or fine motor or upper extremity disabilities. This cell phone has voice-activated dialing and a speakerphone function for hands-free operation. Other features include a color screen; SMS text messaging with predictive text input; a headset jack; TTY compatibility; calculator, world clock, memo pad, countdown timer, and alarm clock functions; voice memo recordi

Spyro Gyro Pen

With the Sypro Gyro Pen, create three different shapes (squares, circles and triangles) in a seamless transition from small to big and back again. The harder one pushes down on the stylus, the smaller the shapes. Release the pressure and the shapes get bigger. The product is able to help those in need of sensory integration. Clear viewing window allows a user to see moving gear action.

Square Talking Key Chain 2 Pack (Black and White)

The Square Talking Key Chain 2 Pack (Black and White) is a voice output digital alarm clock designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These talking keychains for the visually impaired features both LCD and audio time report, alarm and hourly time announcement, all on the convenience of a keychain. This talking keychain uses two LR44 batteries (included). Female voice.

Squiggle Wiggle Writer

The Squiggle Wiggle Writer is a weighted pen designed for use by children with upper extremity fine motor disabilities. This triangular, weighted pen is useful for developing pen and pencil grasp and the pen's vibration enhances kinesthetic awareness of the hand. Changing the angle and pressure varies the size and shape of the wiggles and squiggles the pen creates. The set includes the pen and four color cartridges. POWER: Uses one double-A battery (not included). OPTIONS: Neon color cartridge r

SSIMPLE

SSIMPLE is a switch adapted and voice activated cell phone designed for people with motor and severe physical disabilities. SSIMPLE, which is an acronym that stands for a "Speech and Switch Input Mobile Phone that Links Everyone," includes a cell phone loaded with software that enables the user to place and receive telephone calls and to send and receive text messages. The user controls the phone through switches or voice input modules that connect to a wireless universal switch interface that c

Sspt (Single Switch Performance Test)

SSPT (Single Switch Performance Test) is a control switch assessment program designed with use by individuals who use a single switch control with an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) device. This software facilitates measurement of the ability to activate a single switch, including the average time required to activate or release the switch (following visual and/or audio prompts) and the speed of repetitive activations. The switch under test is connected to the computer as a mous

Stand For Tty

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with cerebral palsy with a speech disability to communicate using a TTY. When the unit sat flat on a table, the user was unable to reach the keyboard. Initially, she used a telephone book and a pair of towels to prop the device at the extremely precise angle she required. A simple angled stand was then constructed of melamine-coated MDF. However, the angle of the stand proved to be too shallow to meet the user's needs. The stand was adapted by

Stand Magnifier (Model Sm145)

Magnifying lens mounted on a stand by means of a flexible arm. SM108 has a 2 1/2 inch lens. SM145 has a large clear lens with 1.3 times magnification; features divided tray base.

Standard And Custom Keyguards For Intellikeys

The Standard and Custom Keyguards are keyguards designed to be used with IntelliKeys (see separate entry) for children with physical disabilities. The keyguards are designed to help the user make accurate choices by preventing unintentional keystrokes and providing stability for the user. The Standard Keyguards are made of clear acrylic and are available for each of the standard Intellikeys overlays ( Alphabet, Numbers, Arrows, Basic Writing, Apple QWERTY, and IBM QWERTY). To use the keyguard, t

Standard Perkins Brailler (Model 22-0001-2)

The Standard Perkins Brailler, model 22-0001-2, is a manual braille writer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This sturdy, portable braille writer can emboss 25 lines with 42 cells each on an 11 by 11.5 inch sheet of braille paper. It can accommodate narrow paper widths and paper lengths up to fourteen inches long with adjustable margin stops, large paperfeed knobs and a paperfeed roller system. This braille writer comes with braille operating instructions in Engli

Standard Pocket Slates (Model 1-00090-00 & 1-00080-00)

Standard Pocket Slates, models 1-00090-00 and 1-00080-00, are Braille slates designed for writing Braille for individuals with a visual impairment. The slates are available in two styles. The metal Pocket Slate is a 28 cell slate with pins down. The plastic Pocket Slate features 28 cells per line, with pins pointing up. DIMENSIONS: Both models measure 8.25 x 1.75 inches.

Standard Slate

The Standard Slate is a braille slate designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 28-cell, 4-line slate comes with a stylus and is available in metal or plastic.

Standard Videoeye

The Standard VideoEye is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The system includes a VideoEye viewing head with an autofocus camera and two controls, supported by a hinged arm with a clamp for attaching to the edge of a table or desk. The magnification level ranges from two to 25 times based on the height of the viewing head above the text to be read. It also includes a high resolution Sharp color TV monitor. DIMENSIONS: The monitor is 27 inches.

Star Tone Volume Controller (Model 04131)

The Star Tone Volume Controller is an amplifer for the telephone for individuals who are hard of hearing. It is aslo ideal for environments that are noisy or receive poor call reception. It has an easy turn adjustable volume and boosts receiver volume by 300%. It is compatible with all modular telephones except for dial in-the-handset, and is easily installed by plugging it into the modular. POWER: AC power.

Starting Gate Series Set 1 (Models Sgs1, Sgs2, Sgs3, Sgs4, & Sgs5)

The Starting Gate Series Set 1 is a set of five braille books that make up a braille training program designed for use by students who are blind or have low vision. This courseware package is designed to be used with the SAL Speech Assisted Learning System (see separate entry). The five books in this series offer students reading below grade level an opportunity to experience success. Each book contains four short stories on contemporary topics that appeal to young people and adults. Starting wi

Startone In-Line Amplifier

The Startone In-Line Amplifier designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Designed to be installed between the handset and the base of the phone, the unit features a fingertip volume control dial to provide the user with up to 20 decibels of gain. The handset is compatible with virtually all modular telephones. An automatic by-pass allows use of the phone in a non-amplified manner in case of power failure. POWER: AC-powered. COLOR: Ivory, beige, ash, cocoa, or brown. WARRANTY: Li

Stay Put Easel (Model 1484)

The Stay Put Easel, model 1484, is an easel designed for use with individuals with emotional or neurological disabilities. A switch, communicator, toy, or other device is secured to the easel or plate with duolock (extra-strong Velcro) and the easel is clamped to a lap tray or table to prevent the user from throwing the device. OPTIONS: Sets of C-clamps are available separately. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 13 x 12 x 10.5 inches.

Step Talk (Model 1355), Conversation In A Box (Model 2394) & Hip-Step Talker (Model 5075)

Step Talk (no.1355), Conversation In a Box (no. 2394), and Hip-Step Talk (no. 5075) are direct selection communicators designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. These devices each offer 75 seconds of recording time which can be used for one message or be split into as many messages as desired. The messages can be changed as often as necessary. Step Talk and Hip Step Talk have large plate switches; the first activation plays the first message, the second activation

Step Talking Sequencer Switch Plate (Model 1355)

The Step Talking Sequencer Switch Plate, model 1355, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children or adults with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This device plays a series of pre-recorded messages (300-second limit) when its switch plate is activated, enabling the user to carry on a simple conversation. Uses include sequencing, testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-alongs. POWER: Uses 4 double-A batter

Stetro Super Soft Pencil Grip

The Stetro Pen and Pencil Grip is a triangular finger grip designed for use by individuals who have difficulty grasping and holding pencils. The soft grips slide on to any standard pencil and may be used by right- and left-handed writers. COLOR: Assorted.

STI_GL300 Real-Time GPS Tracker

The STI GL300 Real-Time GPS Tracker is a tracker that monitors location with pinpoint accuracy and goes anywhere discreetly and provides real-time updates. It can be used for older adults with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, or users with other disabilities who tend to wander.

Stick Holder

The Stick Holder is a mouth stick holder designed to keep a mouthstick in a convenient location on a wheelchair. The device consists of two small metal clamps attached to an adjustable plastic connector and an adjustable plastic base. The base is supported on a 9 mm diameter stainless steel rod. The device is fitted onto the armrest of a wheelchair. The clamp will fit a wide variety of mouthstick sizes and the whole device can be installed in seconds. PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT: Designed by Fred O'Ke

Stickybear Abc

Stickybear ABC is an academic and pre-reading skills tutorial program designed for use by teachers and parents working with children from pre-kindergarten through second grade who have developmental, cognitive or learning disabilities. The program allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to learn the letters of the alphabet and the sounds that the letters make. The child starts playing the app by pressing PLAY from the Main Menu and a keyboard appears with the letters A through

Stickybear Typing

Stickybear Typing is a typing instruction program designed for children from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade who have cognitive or learning disabilities. The program allows students to sharpen typing skills and achieve keyboard mastery with three multi-level activities. The Stickybear Keypress activity, for young players and beginners, allows typing practice from the simplest drills in home key position to complex exercises that require the full keyboard. The Stickybear Thump activity build

Stokes Braille Place Holder (Model 1-03590-00)

The Stokes Braille Place Holder, model 1-03590-00, is a braille placeholder designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device marks the spot where the user stopped reading on a braille page. It consists of a sheet of brightly-painted metal and a strip of magnetic plastic. The metal sheet slips under the braille page and the magnet is placed at the last line read. DIMENSIONS (LxW): The metal sheet is 11 x 9.5 inches.

Stories About Me

Stories About Me is a communication book designed to allow users of all ages to write and read stories about themselves in order to encourage communication and writing skills, and reinforce basic reading skills such as left to right progression and some sight word reading. Each story in this workbook is 4 to 5 lines long and made primarily with Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). The user fills in the blanks to personalize each story. More than 200 pages of reducible stories are divided into th

Story Builder

Story Builder is an auditory perceptual training program, a language tutorial program and a story writing program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad to help children accomplish the following educational goals: (1) improve paragraph formation; (2) improve integration of ideas; and (3) improve higher level abstractions by i

Story Comprehension To Go Interactive Software (Model N49-2-Ws)

Story Comprehension To Go Interactive Software, model N49-2-WS, is a reading tutorial and story reading program designed for use by children with learning disabilities. The program can be used by students at all ability levels in a classroom or therapy room to improve comprehension. Ninety high-interest stories cover a readability range of 2.0 to 4.9. Comprehension tasks include vocabulary and semantics, exclusion, paraphrasing and summarizing, sequencing, problem solving, conclusions and infere

Story Reader

The Story Reader is an electronic storybook reader designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This lightweight, portable unit utilizes story cartridges and 24-page books. The cartridge is inserted in the device and the corresponding book is placed in the holder. As the child turns the pages, of the book, the story is read aloud with music and sound effects. The Story Reader is equipped with a magnetic closure and a built-in carrying handle. One book is included. POWER:

Storypals

StoryPals is a reading tutorial, story reading and story writing program designed for use by children with cognitive, communication, language or learning disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a child to use an Apple iPad to practice listening and reading comprehension skills with a teacher, parent, or independently. StoryPals comes with 24 original stories ranging in readability levels 2 to 6 with colorful, interactive artwork and imaginative characters. These stories can be r

Storytime Tales

Storytime Tales is a language tutorial program designed to emphasize real-life content and predictable story lines in order to reinenforce concept development for children with cognitive or physical disabilities. Made to encourage group involvement, the program consists of a collection of three stories and utilizes a real human voice, colorful graphics and friendly pictures as well as repetition of speech designed to enhance reading, cognitive and communication skills. Additionally, the program

Straight Wand Mouth Stick, Model-538014

Straight Wand Mouth Stick is used as a typing stick and a page turner. It is not bendable and latex free. It is intended to use for people with upper extremity disabilities, amputation, or motor disabilities. 

Strengthen Your Mind

Strengthen Your Mind, by Kristin Einberger and Janelle Sellick, is a workbook designed for individuals with early memory loss, for those individuals to use the activities independently, with a facilitator, or with groups for discussion and programming ideas,.intended to exercise the mind or for leisure and entertainment purposes to trigger memories and/or encourage conversation. Tips for use and an answer key on the back of each sheet. Volume 1 exercises include use of the five senses; volume 2

Strobe Alarm

The Strobe Alarm is a visual smoke alarm designed for deaf and hearing impaired. The photoelectronic detector activates a high intensity flashing strobe light, horn and fire warning sign. The portable unit plugs into wall socket with 8 foot cord. An indicator light is provided for continuous testing of unit, and manual testing is also provided by a test button. Automatic reset.

Strobe Light With Horn (Model 2563)

Telephone signal consists of strobe light with horn. Electrically produces a loud piercing sound and activates a flashing strobe light when telephone rings. Choice of two sound patterns, horn or warble, with volume control. Comes with 15 foot modular line cord and Y adapter.

Student Writing Center

The Student Writing Center is a writing skills training system that includes word processor and story writing programs designed to enhance writing skills for students with cognitive or physical disabilities. These programs lets students create worksheets, illustrated storybooks, newsletters, awards, bulletin board displays and more. The programs combine word processing tools with colorful graphics and page design options. They offer several fonts, type sizes, and type styles and the text automat

Studio Recorder (Models D-03600-00 & D-03600-Ed)

Studio Recorder is digital audio recording and editing software designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software is designed specifically for recording of the spoken word, including production of digital talking books. Recording features include the ability to speed up playback with no pitch distortion; index tone generation and removal; the ability to mark and label points in the recording for later reference; phrase detection capability for navigating through the

Study Pal

The Study Pal is a bookholder and table top writing desk designed for use by individuals who use wheelchairs or who have upper extremity disabilities. This wooden easel has a slanted surface that adjusts to four angles and a lip at the bottom to hold materials in place. The unit folds to book size for storage and transport. DIMENSIONS: 9 x 12 inches.

Studywiz

Studywiz is a reading tutorial program designed for use by children with learning, cognitive, upper extremity, and fine motor disabilities or spinal cord injury. The program consists of four different types of exercises to allow users to practice different aspects of reading skills: read the text and answer questions; read the text in stages, as it is revealed sentence by sentence; read the text as it disappears at a speed selected by the user in order to work on reading faster; or read the tex

Stylus Steadier

The Stylus Steadier is a do it yourself adapted stylus holder designed for individuals to hold their pencil, paintbrush writing utensil steady. Instructions below.

Subtle Messages

Subtle Messages is a sign language training program designed to teach the use of non-manual grammatical markers in American Sign Language. There are four lessons including question forms, conditionals, topicalization, assertion and negation. Each lesson is 20 to 30 minutes long and features hundreds of video examples on the use of non-manual markers. The program complements and enhances other training methods, lets students learn in a private setting at his/her own pace, and provides immediate f

Super Solvers Midnight Rescue

Super Solvers Midnight Rescue is a reading tutorial program designed to develop comprehension and deductive-thinking skills for individuals who are developmentally disabled. Children build on these skills as they collect clues and try to discover who is the Master of Mischief in disguise. The program builds essential reading comprehension skills and word power as players read for main ideas, recall key facts, draw inferences and build vocabulary. It improves deductive thinking skills through gat

Super Solvers Spellbound

Super Solvers Spellbound is a vocabulary and spelling tutorial software program for learning disabled children designed to build second- through fourth-grade spelling skills. The CD-ROM version offers more than 1,000 spoken words. The program is built on a spelling bee in which the Master of Mischief challenges players to out-spell him and his robot friends. Players can prepare for the spelling bee with three activities -- word search, flash card and criss cross -- designed to sharpen spelling s

Super Speak & Read

Super Speak & Read is a story reading program and educational electronic toy that uses phonics and sight-reading methods to help children relate letters and letter patterns to sounds, and helps them to build words and complete sentences. This device may be suitable for children with low vision due to its voice output features, the enlarged black on white print, and the control buttons that have blue on white symbols as well as smaller print words to indicate On, Off, Repeat, Skip Ahead, and

Super Wrist Talker (Model 5018)

The Super Wrist Talker, model 5018, is communication device designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device has 12 levels with four 5-second messages per level. The user can activate the device by pressing the color-coded button system to communicate any need or greeting. The device features a mechanism for recording and re-recording messages. Adjustable straps are designed for a customized fit. POWER: Requires two triple-A batteries. DIMENSIONS:(HxLxW): 1 x 4 x 2 1/

Super-Auggie Augmentative Communication Device (Model H-44)

The Super-Auggie Augmentative Communication Device, model H-44, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. The unit consists of a slate personal computer (PC), which is about the size of a piece of paper, with a true touchscreen, running Windows 7. The unit includes PTP-PC communication software with 7,000 Mayer-Johnson BoardMaker images. Other features include a built-in WiFi and Ethernet port with a 56-kilobyte mode

Super-Lite (Model 2090-04)

The Super-Lite is an illumination system for large field and rectangular magnifying vision aids for individuals who have difficulty seeing. The illuminated handle provides fluorescent light that lasts up to 2,000 hours. It comes with four different sized clamps so that it can be attached to various sized lenses. OPTIONS: Additional bulbs are sold for $9.90 a piece. WARRANTY: One year limited except on bulbs.

Super-Sized Communicator With Levels (Model 1221)

The Super-Sized Communicator with Levels, model 1221, is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication and cognitive disabilities. This unit features four large compartments that hold photographs, symbols, or objects to identify messages. The device offers four five-second messages on twelve levels. Linear scanning allows scanning by activating a capability switch (required but not included) with a choice of automatic or inverse scanning. Each com

Supercom 4400

The Supercom 4400 is a desktop telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD or TT). Standard features include direct connect, auto-answer, remote message retrieval, keyboard dialing, memory dialing, and redialing features, as well as a printing port to connect with an external printer. The 8k non-volatile memory enables the user to save and send messages, store up to 10 different phone numbers, and store and send personal auto-answer messages. Features include the TDD Announcer, a voice announcem

Supernova Reader Magnifier

Supernova Reader Magnifier is a combination screen magnification, braille output, and voice output screen reader program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The screen magnifier enables the user to magnify the screen up to 32 times original size. Image smoothing capability provides legibility at higher magnification levels. The software also offers the features of a screen reader program, and provides braille output for users of braille displays. It comes with a pri

Superprint 4425

The Superprint 4425 is an advanced printing text telephone (TTY) or telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD). This device features a built-in ring flasher; variable size print; auto answer; direct connect with two phone jacks; Turbo Code, which allows real time transmissions and interruptions; Auto ID, which automatically sends signals to alert people to an incoming TT call; TDD Announcer; and a programmable relay voice announcer, which sends a voice message to an incoming caller asking them

Superprint Pro80 Gold

The Superprint Pro80 Gold is a telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). This TTD connects directly to the telephone line and features a true-sized computer keyboard; a built-in 80-column printer; a two-line, 80-character vacuum display; and built-in caller identification. Additional standard features include go ahead (GA) and stop keying (SK) keys, 11 one-touch function keys, arrow keys for review of conversations, call progress, user-programmable one-touch greeting message key, auto answer,

Supersonic Bluetooth Wireless Headphones with Mic IQ-127BT, Black

Supersonic Bluetooth Wireless Headphones with Mic IQ-127BT, Black is designed for individuals ages three and up with deaf and hard of hearing disabilities to use. Adjustable size. Stereo sound. Good fit earbuds so they don't fall out (2 sizes included). Flexible design to fold for storage.

Supertalker

SuperTalker is a direct selection and sequential message communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This eight-level communicator can be configured in four different grid formats with one, two, four, or eight cells, enabling a child to use the same device as his or her abilities and needs change. The unit has 16 minutes of recording time with variable message lengths. A step-ahead switch jack allows single switch users to play back messages sequential

Supra Binaural Headset

The Supra Binaural Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight headset produces sound in both ears and features an adjustable headband, a tube-style microphone, a coil cord with quick-disconnect capability, and cushioned ear pads. The unit supports patented Sound Guard Plus and Call Clarity technologies for superior sound. OPTIONS: A noise cancelling feature is available. WARRANTY: Two years.

Supra Monaural Headset

The Supra Monaural Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight headset can be worn on either ear and features an adjustable headband, a tube-style microphone, a coil cord with quick-disconnect capability, and a single cushioned ear pad. The unit supports patented Sound Guard Plus and Call Clarity technologies for superior sound. OPTIONS: A noise cancelling feature is available. WARRANTY: Two years.

Survival Signs

Survival Signs is an independent living skills tutorial designed to practice recognition of real life signs for individuals with a cognitive disability. The package includes replicas of 80 full color reproductions of vital signs and words found in the home, at school, in public buildings, and along the road. The set contains 20 double-sided posters depicting 40 outdoor signs and 20 double-sided indoor signs. Outdoor Signs ($37.95) include "No Swimming," "Do Not Enter," "Bus Stop," "RR Crossing,"

Sv-23Ledp Lighted Magnifier

The SV-23LEDP Lighted Magnifier is a folding hand magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a unbreakable, scratch-resistant rectangular acrylic 2 x 3 inch lens that provides 3X magnification. It comes equipped with a soft grip ergonomic handle, and a built-in light emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark or low lighted areas. The light lasts for 8 continuous hours or 100,000 hours if used only intermittently. A black vinyl carrying case is

Sv-2Lpled Lighted Magnifier

The SV-2LPLED Lighted Magnifier is a handheld magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This round, pocket-sized magnifier has an unbreakable, scratch-resistant optical-quality 1.5-inch aspheric lens. The magnifier provides 7X magnification and has a built-in bright white light emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark spaces. The light is operated with an on-off switch in the handle. POWER: Uses 3 AAA batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 6.9 x 2.8 x 1

Sv-2X3Led Lighted Magnifier

The SV-2X3LED Lighted Magnifier is a folding hand magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 2 x 3 inch rectangular magnifying lens provides 3X magnification. The magnifier comes equipped with a light emitting diode (LED) light that provides over 100,000 hours of light, and an ergonomic rubber grip handle. POWER: Uses 1 AAA battery (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 6 x 4.75 x 1 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Sv-2X4Led Lighted Magnifier

The SV-2X4LED Lighted Magnifier is a handheld bifocal magnifier lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. The 2 x 4 inch rectangular frameless magnifying lens provides 2X magnification with a 4X power insert bifocal lens. It has an ergonomic rubberized handle, and 2 built-in white light emitting diode (LED) lights for use in dark or low lighted areas. The lights are operated with an on/off button. POWER: Uses 2 AAA batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxHxW): 10.5 x 4.75

Sv-3Lpled Lighted Magnifier

The SV-3LPLED Lighted Magnifier is a handheld magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This round magnifier has an unbreakable, scratch-resistant optical-quality 3-inch aspheric lens. The magnifier provides 4X magnification and has a built-in super bright light emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark or low lighted areas. The light is operated with an on-off switch in the handle. The SV-3LPLED is available in white. POWER: Uses 3 AAA batteries (not included)

Sv-5Led Lighted Magnifier

The SV-5LED Lighted Magnifier is a handheld bifocal magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has an unbreakable, scratch-resistant round 5-inch diameter lens. The magnifier provides 2X magnification with a 6X power insert bifocal lens, and it has a built-in ight emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark or low lighted areas. POWER: Uses 2 AAA batteries (not included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 11 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty

Sv-Bpl Lighted Magnifier

The SV-BPL Lighted Magnifier is a handheld magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This retractable magnifier has an unbreakable, scratch-resistant, distortion-free optical-quality 2 x 2 inch lens. The magnifier provides 2X magnification. It has a built-in light for use in dark or low lighted areas. A storage pouch is included. POWER: Uses 2 AAA batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 7.5 x 3.5 x 0.75 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Svr-Led Lighted Magnifier

The SVR-LED Lighted Magnifier is a handheld bifocal magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier has a frameless, unbreakable, scratch resistant, distortion-free round optical-quality 3.5-inch diameter lens. The magnifier provides 2.5X magnification with a 4X power insert bifocal lens. It comes equipped with an ergonomic rubberized handle and two built-in bright white light emitting diode (LED) lights for use in dark or low lighted areas. The lights

Swail Dot Inverter (Models 1-03610-00 & 1-03620-00)

Designed for upward embossing. Inverter is a spring loaded steel punch with a sharply pointed tip. Tip punches a hole, and leaves a raised dot as it springs back. Butyl rubber pad protects the surface below. Pad 12 by 12 inches. For constructing simple charts, diagrams, graphs and maps.

Swell-Form Graphics Heating Machine

The Swell-Form Graphics Heating Machine is a tactile graphics embosser designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. To produce tactile graphics with this machine, the user first photocopies an image onto Swell-Touch paper (see separate entry), then passes the Swell-Touch paper through the Swell-Form Heating Machine. All the black areas puff up or swell, while the white areas remain flat. The machine accommodates three sizes of paper. POWER: Uses 110 volts/60 Hertz/5 Amps maximum

Swell-Touch Paper

Swell-Touch Paper is tactile graphics paper designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. It is used with the Swell-Form Graphics Heating Machine (see separate entry) to produce tactile graphics. The user first photocopies an image onto Swell-Touch paper, then passes the Swell-Touch paper through the Swell-Form Heating Machine. All the black areas puff up or swell, while the white areas remain flat. Swell-Touch Paper is sold in packages of 100 sheets. DIMENSIONS: Sheets are avail

Swim, Swam, Swum: Mastering Irregular Verbs

Swim, Swam, Swum: Mastering Irregular Verbs is a language and reading tutorial program with optional voice output and alternate access designed to train over 200 high-frequency irregular verbs in their present, past, and past perfect forms for individuals with language learning, developmental, physical, or hearing disabilities, or autism. Accessibility is available through a keyboard, touch screen, single switch or mouse. There are four verb training activities. The first trains 30 early develop

Swing Cell (Model 6-78040-00)

The Swing Cell, model 6-78040-00, is a braille training device designed for use in teaching braille to individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device introduces the braille cell to the beginning braille reader and writer. It has two rectangular blocks that are hinged on the top and mounted on a wooden base. Each block has three holes. Pegs can be inserted into the holes to represent braille dots. When the blocks are in the vertical position, the pegs form the braille cell. When the bl

Swing Cell Compact (Model 6-78041-00)

Swing Cell Compact, model 6-78041-00, is a braille training device designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It consists of two rectangular blocks, each with three holes into which pegs can be inserted to represent braille dots. This device helps students understand the relationship between the braille cell and the keys on a braille writer. It is similar to the Swing Cell (see separate entry), but smaller and lighter and without the base. COLOR: Yellow blocks with black p

Switch Adapted Happy Birthday Bear

Make birthdays better with this animated plush switch adapted Happy Birthday Bear. When the switch is activated, the bear sings a happy birthday song and sways along to the music with synchronized mouth and body movement. At the end the bear blows out the candle.

Switch Easel Step Talking Sequencer (Model 1481)

The Switch Easel Step Talking Sequencer, model 1481, is a sequential communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. When the switch on the unit's easel is activated, the unit plays a series of pre-recorded messages, enabling a user with limited communication skills to carry on a simple conversation. Other uses include testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-alongs. Messages can be recorde

Switch-Adapted Call Chime (Model H-27)

The Switch-Adapted Cordless Call Chime, model H-27, is a call signal designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This system has a receiver and two transmitters. Each transmitter has a different chime. The system has a 75-foot range (200 feet when in line-of-sight). POWER: Uses 3 triple-A and 3 C batteries (included).

Switchboard

The SwitchBoard is a portable touch switch designed for use with communication devices. The SwitchBoard has six built-in pressure switches with clear overlay pockets in which pictures or symbols can be placed. Objects also can be used as visual cues on each switch area. To use, plug the cords from the SwitchBoard into the external switch jacks of any communication aid. When a switch on the SwitchBoard is touched, the communication aid is activated. DIMENSIONS: 16 x 12 x 0.156 inches. WEIGHT: 1.5

Switchskins

SWITCHSKINS is a keyguard and protective cover designed to protect various electronic devices from getting soiled for individuals with physical disabilities. They are pre-molded, hygienic protective membranes that cover crevices and joints where saliva, germs, food, dirt and moisture can accumulate. They not only keep the devices clean and functioning longer, but also protect the caregiver and client from transferable germs and viruses. SWITCHSKINS can be created for a number of devices such as

Symbol Communicator For The Blind (Model 4040)

The Symbol Communicator for the Blind, model 4040, is a direct selection symbolic communicator designed for use by individuals who are blind or deaf-blind. On this portable symbolic communicator, messages are identified by removable tactile symbols. To activate a message, the user presses the tactile symbol. At the same time the message is activated, the symbol vibrates, enabling a deaf-blind user to know that the message has been played. Vibration can be turned off. The unit can store six recor

Symbols For Life

Symbols for Life is a symbolic language picture library designed for to be added to text to make information easier for people with developmental disabilities to read. Symbols for Life is packaged in a USB flash drive with software that holds over 2500 photos and symbols that can be used to support the meaning of text in a variety of electronic or digital documents and other media. It has a built-in search function to help the user to find the image that is most appropriate for a word or phrase.

Symbolsupport

SymbolSupport is a voice output symbolic language communicator program and symbolic language library designed for use by individuals with communication, learning or cognitive disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows the user to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to add symbols and speech to text. The program automatically adds symbols to text as the user types, and symbols can be set to appear above or below words. Documents are read with a text-to-speech voice while text is

Symphonix Cleaning And Care Kit

The RCA Symphonix cleaning and care kit is designed to be used to clean, or wash and dry, Symphonix hearing aids. The kit includes the following: brush/wax pick, cleaning rod, 2 desiccant dryers, light-orange in color clear plastic tubes, microfiber cloth, dark gray in clear vinyl pouch. Cleaning rod and brush/wax pick, black in a clear poly bag.

Symphonix Personal Amplifier - Rechargeable

The RCA Symphonix personal sound amplifier- rechargeable is designed for individuals who are hearing-impaired. The Symphonix offers high-definition digital sound processing which amplifies voices, sharpens sound, and reduces background noises. It is light and discreet and is thin enough that it won’t interfere with eyewear. It can be used in either the right or left ear. Size fits most. Three volume and noise reduction settings. 15-hour rechargeable battery. Set includes the following: earpiece,

Symword

SymWord is a talking word processor designed for use by early learning and older individuals with literacy deficiencies, including comprehension skills and for use by teachers & parents who can also create their own on-screen activities and quizzes to engage and challenge students as well as reinforce vocabulary and create spelling lists. Powerful word & symbol prediction converts words into symbols, and symbols into words. On Screen Grids and audio read-back assists in and reinforces re

Synapse Ada Workstation

The Synapse ADA Workstation is an accessible computer terminal designed for use by individuals with visual, mobility, physical, cognitive, or learning disabilities. This unit provides a hardware interface to a computer network or mainframe. Features are integrated for use in environments where more than one accommodation technology may be required, such as schools, libraries, the workplace, or assessment and evaluation centers. Available features include speech recognition, screen reader softwar

System Vario - Illuminated Stand Magnifiers

The System Vario is an illuminated stand magnifier that can be put together in any combination to suit the needs of individuals who have difficulty seeing. System-Vario magnifiers are available with three types of illuminated handles that can be fitted with interchangeable magnification heads. The Incandescent Battery Handle, model 1540, is portable and best used for quick reading tasks because the batteries will only last eight hours. The halogen Battery Handle, model 1591-04, is ideal for thos

Table Clamp Mount

Table Clamp Mount is a mounting system designed to support small and medium size AAC devices. It is equipped with QuickShift-adjustment and 3D-offset. COLOR: Silver and Black. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Table Stand Dc

Table Stand DC is a table-mounting system with a straight and vertical tube designed to support AAC devices. It is also equipped with vibration and slip-proof rubber feet. The height can be adjusted from 0.2 to 9.8 inches. COLOR: Silver and Black. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Table Stand Mount Xl

Table Stand Mount XL is table-top and wheelchair mounting system designed to support AAC devices. There is an X-formed frame with an automatic leveling on uneven surfaces to ensure a sturdy mounting environment for all types of devices. HEIGHT: can be adjusted from 0.2 to 19.6 inches. COLOR: Silver and Black. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Table Stand Mount Xs

Table Stand Mount XS is table-top and wheelchair mounting system designed to support AAC devices. There is an X-formed frame with an automatic leveling on uneven surfaces to ensure a very sturdy mounting environment for all types of devices. The height can be adjusted from 0.2 to 9.8inches. COLOR: Silver and Black. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Table Top Communication Display

---- “DO IT YOURSELF” ENTRY --------- PURPOSE: To create a simple tabletop display to provide an accessible communication alternative for an individual with intellectual and/or communication disabilities. Lay a four-sided grater on the Velcro sensitive fabric on its side. Trace the outline of both the wide & narrow sides of the grater. Cut two of each size to cover all four sides of the grater. Glue the fabric to the grater with hot glue. If the communication symbols are not mounted on tag b

Table Top Communicator

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: To create a small adapted communication tool for use during meal and snack time for children with communication disabilities.

Table Top Easel

The Table Top Easel is a bookholder with storage desk designed for use by individuals who use wheelchairs or who have upper extremity disabilities. This wooden easel can be used at a 30- or 60-degree angle and features storage space under the slanted surface and an extended lip to prevent materials from sliding off in the 30-degree position. DIMENSIONS: 20 x 14 inches. COLOR: Natural wood varnish finish.

Tack-Tiles Braille Systems

TACK-TILES Braille Systems are a Braille game and instruction kit designed to acquaint children who are blind with raised dot Braille letters within the environment of play. Designed to fit and work like standard snap-together toy building blocks, children can create buildings, figures, cars, etc. while learning Braille. The pieces can be endlessly rearranged during the course of a lesson, encouraging creativity and interest. Because the blocks correspond with standard toy blocks, accessories an

TacRead

The TacRead is designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. The device enables people with visually impairment to read digital text through tactile interface.

Tactile Colour Textured Self-Adhesive Vinyl

Tactile Colour Textured Self-Adhesive Vinyl is tactile graphics paper designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This colored self-adhesive vinyl follows a system that links colors to textures according to the following scheme: Red, soft and rubbery; orange, soft, rubbery, and bumpy; yellow, hard and bumpy; green, hard, rough, and gritty; blue, fine gritty; purple, ridged dashes; pink, corrugated; brown, wavy ridges; tan, linoleum or leather-like; gray, fine etched; black,

Tactile Graphics Kit (Model 1-08840-00)

Contains tools and materials for constructing master tactile graphic displays of all types: maps, graphs, diagrams, charts. Masters are constructed from heavy gauge aluminum foil and are reproduced by conventional thermoforming. Included is a Tactile Graphics Guidebook, also available separately for $14.81 (8-39100-00). Kit Capability: 7 kinds of lines, 7 point symbols or shapes, and 4 area patterns. Aluminum Foil: Roll $45.26 (1-04120-0), Sheets $15.20 (1-04090-00). .

Tactile Identifying Crystals Letters and Numbers Combo Pack - Black

Tactile Identifying Crystals Letters and Numbers Combo Pack - Black are products designed for children with blindness to give them an easy and attractive way to express themselves, label items or educate them. Featuring 1 package of tactile letters and 1 package of tactile numbers (including math symbols), the user is getting 54 stylish identifying crystals (27 per package) that they can use to label or decorate household items. Each letter and number is self-adhesive for easy attachment, and th

Tactile Image Enhancer

The Tactile Image Enhancer (TIE) is a tactile graphics embosser designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. To create a tactile image, the user first puts an ink image onto a type of tactile imaging paper called Flexi-Paper (see separate entry). This can be done with a photocopy machine, an inkjet printer, a soft lead artist's pencil, a china marker, or the Sanford Uni-Ball pen. The sheet is then inserted in the TIE and a tactile image is created. This device can be used to create

Tactile Image Enhancer Junior

The Tactile Imager Enhancer Junior (TIE Junior) is a tactile graphics embosser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The TIE Junior produces tactile documents using Flexi-Paper (see separate entry). This model is smaller, lighter, and more portable than the Original Tactile Image Enhancer (see separate entry). TIE Junior's design eliminates the need for feed and exit trays. DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 4.75 x 5.75 x 14.75 inches. Weight: 3 pounds.

Tactile Quilt

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To provide a one-year-old child who is blind with the opportunity to explore different textures. Squares of fabric of varying textures are sewn together into a quilt. To provide additional textures, fabric paint is used to create thick dots on a square and beads are sewn in a pattern on another square. Jingle bells can be sewn between two or more of the squares to provide auditory stimulus. Personal items from the child's family also can be attached to individu

Tactile Symbols

Tactile Symbols are a symbolic language system designed to provide a means of communication for people who have both communication disabilities and visual disabilities. The symbols are permanent, manipulatable, can be tactually discriminated, and may be selected using a simple motor response such as touching. The symbols are coded by shape to represent various meaning categories and objects are glued to plastic background shapes to represent specific vocabulary items. For example, backgrounds in

Tactile/auditory Yes/no Board.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Tactile auditory board to allow a visually impaired, non-verbal child to respond "yes" or "no" to a question by pressing one of two switches. Describes and pictures a plastic board with two switches, each of which makes a distinct sound when triggered, one for yes, one for no. Half of a tennis ball and half of a smooth ball serve as "ready" positions on which the child's hands are placed. Materials required include a sheet of fiberboard (masonite) abou

TactileTalk Toolkit

TactileTalk Toolkit is a communication system for students with complex needs, especially those who are visually impaired with multiple disabilities. It focuses on both communication and literacy skills by combining tactile symbols with voice output. Tangible symbols represent objects, activities, places, people, and concepts, like a spoon for eating and bells for music. Several objects are organized on a transparent sheet with borders and other symbols made with a special tactile paint. These s

Tactual Discrimination Worksheets (Model 1-08810-00)

Tactual Discrimination Worksheets, model 1-08810-00, are braille reading readiness tests designed for use in the evaluation of individuals who are blind or have low vision. Worksheets can be used to evaluate beginning braille students of all ages. This is a four-part set of consumable worksheets, including 20 geometric form sheets, 26 line sheets, 20 angular figure sheets, and 20 braille code character sheets. Examples of tasks on the worksheets include finding the figure that is different in a

Tactus

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a tactile keyboard alternative designed for users with grasping difficulties or fine motor disabilities. The buttons on the Tactus literally raise up and then lie flat on a touch screen device. Tactus’ technology readily integrates with capacitive touchscreens. The Tactile Layer replaces the top-most layer in the optical stack, often referred to as the window or cover lens. The thickness is designed to match the layer that it replaces. T

Tail Light Switch And Say It Play It (Model 464)

The Tail Light Switch and Say It Play It, model 464, is a touch switch and direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity and severe physical disabilities and communication disabilities. A light touch along the rim activates lights, vibration, and a recorded message. A connected toy or device is also activated. The surface is textured in a way similar to a car tail light. The unit can be used on a table or mounted on the wall or door with the optional hanger.

Take Or Place N' Talk Go! Board! (Model 8703P)

The Take or Place N’ Talk Go! Board, model 8703P, is a wall-mounted communication board designed for use by children with cognitive or communication disabilities. This board allows the user to record from one to seven different messages up to five seconds each. Messages can be played back by taking an item from one of the light sensitive compartments (Take mode), or by placing the item in one of the compartments (Place mode). The unit comes with Velcro attachment sites within each compartment an

Take Or Place N' Talk Series (Models 8705, 8702P, 8701P, & 8704P)

The Take or Place N' Talk Series are direct selection communicators designed for use by children with communication and cognitive disabilities. These devices (each sold separately) reinforce learning through action. Each self-contained unit permits four five-second messages to be recorded; the individual messages are activated by removing an object of the user's choice from the corresponding light-sensitive compartment (photocells). Recessed compartments on the units can be used for placement of

Talara-32

The Talara-32 is a direct selection and scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. This electronic communication aid has a keypad on which the number and size of keys can be changed to a variety of patterns with one to 32 keys. The communicator has four levels, which all use the same key pattern. Up to 45 minutes of messages can be recorded, with no restriction on message length per key. The messages are selected and spoken when the user sele

Talk

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a mobile communications concept for individuals with disabilities and the elderly that allows users to have access to 24 hour support at the push of a button. Talk is a mobile communication device worn as a pendant around the neck. It can be customized to call up to three designated numbers. To call one of the designated numbers, the user rotates the faceplate of the device into the position of the person they want to contact and pushes

Talk 4 With Levels

The Talk 4 with Levels is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device features four message areas on each of 12 levels with 300 seconds of recording time, a recordable level announcer, single jack automatic scanning with LED illumination, True Voice recording quality, and adjustable scanning speed. The unit is also equipped with a volume control, on/off auditory cueing, a removable and adjustable carrying stra

Talk 8 With Levels

The Talk 8 with Levels is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device features four message areas on each of 12 levels with 600 seconds of recording time, a recordable level announcer, scanning with LED illumination, two switch scanning, step scanning, True Voice recording quality, and adjustable scanning speed. The unit is also equipped with a volume control, on/off auditory cueing, a removable and adjustabl

Talk Point

Talk Point is designed for little hands, each of these quick and easy audio buttons record and replay up to 10 seconds of clear sound. Use for activity instructions, reminder messages, word or sound practice, math fact exercises, speech therapy and more. Record and re-record instantly, or flip the switch to lock. Talk Point was developed to be used in a busy classroom and is adapted for use in multiple environments. It can be mounted alongside bulletin boards, tucked into pocket charts or stu

Talk Tablet

TalkTablet is an AAC speech/communication application for people who have difficulty communicating (speaking) as a result of autism, aphasia, Down Syndrome, stroke, laryngectomy or any other condition. TalkTablet generates speech output by offering buttons that contain words or phrases, or by using the on-screen keyboard. Buttons can contain pictures, text, photographs or any one of the over 11,000+ SymbolStix communication symbols included with this program. TalkTablet comes pre-loaded with sp

Talk Time Recordable Postcards

Talk Time Postcard is designed for children and adults practicing their writing and storytelling skills. Users can record up to a 10 second message. There is a write on and wipe off surface that can be used with dry erase writing tools (crayons, markers, pens) to write a message or draw a picture. POWER: Batteries are not replaceable. CAPACITY: Able to record a 10 second message. COLOR: White. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Talk Time Recordable Postcards

Talk Time Recordable Postcard is designed for children and adults practicing their writing and storytelling skills. Users can record a message for up to 10 seconds in length. There is a write on and wipe off surface that can be used with dry erase writing tools (crayons, markers, pens) to write a message or draw a picture. POWER: Batteries are not replaceable. CAPACITY: Able to record a 10 second message. COLOR: white. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manufacturer.

Talk Trac Wearable Communicator

The TalkTrac is a wearable communicator that features four messages and two levels for a total of eight individual messages. It's designed for conversing with family and friends, interacting with classmates, and even recording personal information and to-do lists. TalkTrac is a companion for children and adults on the autism spectrum, helping them feel more comfortable in social situations.

Talk:about

Talk:About is a direct selection communicator program designed to help structure conversations and initiate original discussions on any topic for persons with speaking disabilities. The program consists of three components (Quick:Chat, Story:Talk and Story:Panel) that are designed to allow the user to fully participate in conversations. With text-to-speech output and digitized voice modes for speaking, the user is able to chat with friends, share ideas at work or tell a story at school with the

Talkables Ii

Talkables II is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device enables the user to record two messages and has 10 seconds of recording time on each side. The unit is equipped with two output jacks to activate two connected devices. It also comes with clear covers for icons. POWER: Uses four triple-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: 7.5 x 4.5 x 3 inches.

Talkables Iii

Talkables III is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device enables the user to record three messages and has five seconds of recording time at each location. The unit is equipped with three output jacks to activate three connected devices. It also comes with clear covers for icons. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: 10.5 x 5 x 2.75 inches.

Talkables W/built-In Icon Holders (Models 2400, 2401, 2402, & 2403)

Talkables with Built-In Icon Holders are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. Each device records messages and plays one back when a button is pressed. The Talkable II (model 2400) has two buttons with 10 seconds of recording time on each side and output jacks to activate two devices. Talkable III (model 2401) records three 5-second messages, and has three jacks to simultaneously activate a toy or device for immedia

Talkbook Four (Model Gt-018W)

The TalkBook Four, model GT-018W, is a four-message direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. It consists of a vinyl folder with transparent pockets that hold four removable GoTalk Ones (see separate entry). Each GoTalk One is a single message talker with a large picture display; a large, colorful play button, and up to 10 seconds of recording time. This device can be used in individual instruction/therapy sessions when m

Talking Alert (Model 1412 & 1412-L)

The Talking Alert is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Model 1412 plays a single 20-second message when the textured lens is pressed and a bright light confirms activation. Model 1412-L offers twelve 24-second messages, with one message on each level. The light confirms one of the message has been transmitted. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries (not included). OPTIONS: Wall hanger. DIMENSIONS (HxW): 2.25 x 7.75 inches.

Talking Brix

Talking Brix are thin, light communicators with built-in magnets designed for people with communication disabilities to carry in their pocket or to place around the room. For table-top users, Talking Brix uses a tab and slot connector to link to other Brix. Users can create multi-message communicators in any arrangement. 

Talking Caller Id Unit (Model Ats4403Tg)

The Talking Caller ID Unit, model ats4403tg, is voice output caller identification unit designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit announces the caller's name from the caller ID record. No set up is required for this plug and play unit. It has separate RJ11 telephone and line jacks, and it connects to any phone jack. Multiple stations can be used for clear coverage throughout the user's home, and each unit has volume control. The unit is built to BellCore specifi

Talking Dialer

Talking Dialer is a cell phone screen reader and a voice output dialing program for a cell phone designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The application (or app) for an Android smartphone allows the user to dial a phone number without looking at the keypad. The user starts at 5 and slides his finger in the direction of the number he or she wants. For example, the user can go up and to the left for 1, or down and to the right for 9. The user presses the “Dial” button to

Talking Dictionary

The Talking Dictionary is a voice output dictionary and spell check program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This speech-enabled 250,000 word English dictionary and thesaurus is designed to be used as a stand-alone program, and does not require separate voice output or screen reading software. All of the controls are keyboard shortcuts. Features include the ability to quickly scroll through various word definitions and synonyms, a tutorial, and built-in help. The

Talking Icon (Model 9199)

Talking Icon, model 9199, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. These small communicators can be used alone or attached together on a tabletop or wheelchair tray to initiate language. Activated by pressing the icon on the top or with an external switch (not included), each unit records and plays one 10-second message and includes an on/Off switch, volume control, and an icon holder with Velcro. Velcro is also included to

Talking Nouns I Intellikeys Bundle, Talking Nouns Ii Bundle, & Talking Verbs Intellikeys Bundle

The Talking Nouns I IntelliKeys Bundle, Talking Nouns II IntelliKeys Bundle, and the Talking Verbs IntelliKeys Bundle are a voice output vocabulary tutorial program and keytop overlay set designed for use by children with cognitive, physical, or communication disabilities. Each set includes the CD-ROM software from Laureate Learning Systems (see separate entry) and the appropriate plastic IntelliKeys (see separate entry) overlay. Each program offers several activities: Interactive communication

Talking Nouns I Sterling Edition

Talking Nouns I Sterling Edition is a voice output language tutorial program designed to encourage expressive language, promote communication and train augmentative communication skills for individuals with learning, developmental, or physical disabilities as well as those who are candidates for augmentative communication. The program encourages students to communicate using 50 nouns. Students practice the expressive use of words and phrases and learn the formation of grammatically correct sente

Talking Photo Album (Model 9127)

The Talking Photo Album, model 9127, is a voice output photo album designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This album allows the user to record and retrieve a ten-second message for each of the 24 pages of photographs, icons, and drawings. The user can start a message by pressing the button of any page. This device can also function as a communication tool or it can be used to create a talking slide show or talking storybook. POWER: Uses two triple-

Talking Photo Album Deluxe

The Talking Photo Album Deluxe is a recordable album that people can use to help their loved ones experiencing memory loss recall past events. Unlike most recordable albums that offer approximately ten seconds of recording time per picture, the Talking Photo Album Deluxe offers 200 total minutes of recording time across 20 pages. Moreover, the available time does not have to be divided equally among the images; the user can split up the time as he or she sees fit. For example, he can use 35 minu

Talking Photo Frame Switch

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with severe physical or upper extremity disabilities and communication disabilities to communicate. Talking Photo Frames may be adapted to create a small talking switch that can be used as a beginning augmentative communication device. The lid of the photo frame is used as a switch to activate the voice. This eliminates the need for a separate switch and there are no wires from the switch to the voice-output device. A picture and/or textu

Talking Picture Card Holder (Model 9150)

The Talking Picture Card Holder, model 9150, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children with communication disabilities. This unit vertically displays a single large picture card (not included) behind a clear cover; pressing the large button at the base activates a single message of up to 20 seconds. Pictures and messages may be changed as required. Velcro strips on the sides of the base enable multiple devices to be connected for multiple message capability. POWER: Uses fou

Talking Pin Say It Play It (Model 9157)

The Talking Pin Say It Play It, model 9157, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. By pushing the happy pin like a joystick, four separate messages can be played. The messages can be recorded and re-recorded by pushing a hidden switch. Playing time is 20 seconds. Four switch output jacks and cords are provided which can simultaneously activate four separate devices. POWER: Uses four double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): 8.2

Talking Pockets (Model 032231)

Talking Pockets, model 032231, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This unit consists of a pocket that holds a voice output device so that it does not slip out when the unit is turned upside down. The device has a 10 second recording time. After recording is completed, a picture is slipped into the pocket in front of the voice output device, with a dot marked on the picture to indicate the location of the playback butto

Talking Rocking Plate (Model 1398)

The Talking Rocking Plate, model 1398, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device enables the user to play two ten-second messages, one activated by each side of the plate. POWER: Uses 4 double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS (LxWxH): 14 x 8 x 2.5 inches.

Talking Sequential Scanner

The Talking Sequential Scanner is a introductory scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The device allows an object to placed in each of four compartments; a corresponding phrase may be recorded for each compartment. When the light for that compartment is sequenced, the message will be spoken. If no message is recorded, the light will scan, but no sound occurs.

Talking Tactile Tablet 2

Talking Tactile Tablet 2 is a tactile graphics display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This computer peripheral device consists of a touch screen with a hinged weighted frame that holds a tactile graphic sheet in place against the touch-sensitive surface. When the user presses a point on the tactile sheet, the computer provides identifying audio feedback to the user, as a confirmation and elaboration of the information supplied through touching. By this means,

Talking Typer For Windows (Models D-03430-00 & D-03430-Ed)

Talking Typer for Windows is a voice output computer keyboarding and typing instruction program designed for use by students who are blind or have low vision. This training software speaks and displays lessons on-screen, including drills, practice, and typing games. Lessons can be adjusted to the student's skill level and level of vision. The software can be used by individual students or by multiple students in a networked training environment. The program includes features for teachers, such a

Talking Typing Teacher

Talking Typing Teacher is a typing instruction program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Typing lessons, practice drills, and typing speed tests are displayed on screen while being read out loud. Every lesson or practice session is read with pre-recorded digitized human speech, making it unnecessary for users to understand synthetic speech. Digitized human speech is used for all menus, lessons, and help. Synthetic text-to-speech is used only to read the student's

Talkingaid It

TalkingAid IT is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This device provides speech output for messages typed into the alphabetic keyboard. It can also be used with a telephone or for e-mail.

Talkingaid Wireless

TalkingAid Wireless is a keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. This text-to-speech device can be used for cell phone calls and wireless e-mails, and can be operated in three modes. In Normal mode, messages are spoken as typed on the alphabetic keyboard. Chat mode is for writing and handling secondary conversations. In Message mode, stored phrases can be recalled with a single key selection. Up to three messages can be stored for each of

Talkingtiles

TalkingTILES is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism and by caregivers, educators, therapists and parents working with people with these disabilities. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPad, Android device or Windows 8 device to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have diffi

Talkman Xl

The Talkman XL is a stereo four-track cassette player/recorder and stereo AM/FM radio designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This unit also plays and records standard two- track cassettes. It features a built-in speaker, variable speed, a pause control, an external stereo microphone, and headphones. Cassette and print instructions are included. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries or alternating current (AC) adapter (included). DIMENSIONS (HxLxW): 5.5 x 1.5 x 3.5 inches.

Talktime With Tucker

Talk Time with Tucker is a speech training program designed to encourage children with with language learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, visual disabilities or autism to practice a variety of vocalization skills and to experiment with the duration, pitch, and volume of their utterances. The program not only encourages expressive verbalization, it fosters conversation turn-taking and builds imagination and confidence. It features voice activated animation ro

Tangible Graphs Kit (Model 1-08860-00)

The Tangible Graphs Kit, model 1-08860-00, is a set of materials designed for use as educational aids for teaching tactile graph reading skills to children who are blind or have low vision. Materials in this tactile graph reading kit help students develop skills for reading tactile pictographs and bar, circle, and line graphs. The kit includes a three volume braille student text (with raised graphic displays on brailon and paper), a two volume braille student graph test for evaluating students'

Tantor Unabridged Audiobooks

Tantor Unabridged Audiobooks are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books are available on CD or MP3-CD. Categories include Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Western, Short Stories, History, and Children's. Titles include The Last True Story I'll Ever Tell: An Accidental Soldier's Account of the War in Iraq, by John Crawford; The Colonel and Little Missie: Buffalo Bill, Annie Oakley, and the Beginnings of Superstardom in America, by Larry McMurtry; Killing

Tap Tap See

TapTapSee is a mobile camera application designed specifically for the blind and visually impaired iOS users. The app utilizes the iDevice’s camera and VoiceOver functions to photograph objects and identify them out loud for the user. TapTapSee enables the user to double tap on the device’s screen to photograph any two or three dimensional object at any angle, have it accurately analyzed and defined within seconds. The iDevice’s VoiceOver then speaks the identification audibly to the user. TapTa

Tape 2Pc Cassette Conversion System

The Tape 2PC Conversion System is a cassette to digital audio file converter designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device can convert books on tape or other audio material recorded on a cassette tape into an MP3 file for use on a computer or MP3 player. The Tape 2PC connects to a computer using a USB cable; no drivers are necessary for the computer. Recording software for both Windows and Macintosh computers is included. Once a track has been converted into an

Tapspeak Button

TapSpeak Button is a single switch communicator program for people with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities or autism. The program allows the user to touch the image of a round button on a touchscreen to play an audio message created, edited and selected by the user, a caregiver or therapist. TapSpeak Button can store an unlimited number of messages, each with unlimited length. The color of the virtual button is configurable. COMPATIBILITY: For use with the Apple iPad ($49.99) or i

Tapspeak Choice

TapSpeak Choice is a symbolic, direct selection and scanning communicator program for people with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities or autism. The program allows the user to create and use communication boards with 1 to 56 buttons on a touchscreen. It supports creation and editing of communication boards by dragging and dropping images from the DynaVox/Mayer-Johnson PCS library, the user’s photos or images, or geometric symbols and associating those images with words or phrases fr

Tapspeak Sequence

TapSpeak Sequence is a symbolic direct selection communicator program and communicator training program for people with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities or autism. The program allows the user to tap or touch a series of images on a touchscreen to play a sequence of messages. To develop motor skills needed to use communicators, taps can be configured to require that the user must lift his/her finger off the screen in a specified time or not move his/her finger more than a specifie

TapToTalk

TapToTalk is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, developmental, learning or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, Android device, or Windows 8 device to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. TapToTalk comes with a sample AAC album, and the user can get

Task Vision 2.5X Sport Glasses / Binocular (Model 227)

The Task-Vision 2.5X Sport Glasses / Binocular, model 227, are magnifier glasses with head loupe that can be a binocular or monocular magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision for distance viewing. Worn like spectacles, the Sportglass has coated focusable, 2.5x power lenses. It works binocularly to infinity, and is monocularly focusable down to 12 inches. These glasses have adjustable PD and nose pads and come with a case. COLOR: Black. WARRANTY: Guaranteed free from manufacture

Task Vision 2.8X Sport Glasses / Binocular (Model 229)

The Task-Vision 2.8X Sport Glasses / Binocular, model 229, are magnifier glasses with head loupe that can be a binocular or monocular magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision for distance viewing. Worn like spectacles, the Sportglass has coated focusable, 2.8x power lenses. These lightweight glasses have eye shields to reduce glare, and they come with neck chain and case. They also have adjustable PD and nose pads. WARRANTY: Guaranteed free from manufacturer's defect.

Task Vision Bed Prism Spectacles Glasses

The Task Vision Bed Prism Spectacles Glasses are prism glasses designed for use by individuals who spend extended periods watching television or reading while lying down. The lenses on these lightweight glasses are prisms that change the line of sight 90 degrees without distortion and enable the wearer to view an image as if it were straight ahead while the wearer is lying flat. These glasses can be worn over prescription glasses or bifocals. These glasses have no ferrous metal so they can also

Task Vision Clip-On Loupe (Models Pl-40 & Pl-50)

The Task Vision Clip-On Loupe, models PL-40 and PL-50, is a loupe magnifier that is designed for people with low vision who wear prescription glasses. This loupe clips onto the user's glasses and the lenses flip up when not in use. It provides 2.5 power (2.5X) (model PL-40) or 3.5X (model PL-50) magnification. The Clip-On Loupe has a fixed focus system and an adjustable PD knob in the center. WARRANTY: Guaranteed free from manufacturer's defect.

Task Vision Lana Led Clip-On Headlight - Universal Clip (Model Plh60Co)

The Task Vision Lana LED Clip-On Headlight - Universal Clip, model PLH60CO, is a clip-on light for glasses designed for people with low vision. This light can be attached to most prescription and safety glasses, and it also includes a slide clip attachment for a loupe. The LED light, which has a variable intensity control, offers a maximum brightness of 50,000 Lux, and an expected life of 30,000 hours. A travel case and interchangeable clip-on & slide clip attachments for loupe are included.

Task Vision Lana Led Headlight With Waterproof Loupe 2.5X, 3.5X, 3.5X & 4.0X

The Task Vision Lana LED Headlight with Waterproof Loupe 2.5X, 3.5X, 3.5X & 4.0X are binocular magnifier glasses with head loupe designed for use by individuals with low vision for close work. The loupes are dust-resistant and waterproof and offer high resolution clarity. The flip-up function allows the user to not use the loupe temporarily by flipping the loupes up without taking the entire unit off. An adjustable nose bridge accommodates any pupil distance and allows the user to set the in

Task-Vision 3.5X Focusable Sportglass Near Monocular Loupe Binocular (Model 330)

The Task-Vision 3.5X Focusable Sportglass Near Monocular Loupe Binocular, model 330, is a pair of magnifier glasses with head loupe that can be a binocular or monocular magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Worn like spectacles, the Sportglass has coated focusable lenses. It works binocularly for distances from 24 inches to infinity, and is monocularly focusable down to 16 inches. It can be used to view television, movies, or sporting events and monocurlarly for reading or a

Task-Vision Led Reading Glasses

The Task-Vision LED Reading Glasses are magnifying eyeglasses with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. These binocular telescopic glasses are available with 1.0x, 1.5x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.0x, 3.5x, 4.0x, 5.0x and 6 magnification or no magnification. The glasses have two LED lights built into the frame to illuminate any object at which the user looks. The LED lights, which are located on the outside edges of the frame, are battery powered, and there are sliding battery covers just b

Task-Vision Tv Glasses

The Task-Vision TV Glasses are magnifying eyeglasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. These head-mounted binocular telescopic glasses provide 2.0x magnification and focusing on objects from 10 feet to infinity. They can be used for viewing a television screen, lectures, sporting events, movies, or a theater stage. The focus of the each lens is adjustable using a rotating control on each side of the glasses. The Task-Vision TV Glasses can be worn as a regular pair of glasses, and

Tatrapoint Adaptive 1 & Tatrapoint Adaptive 2

Tatrapoint Adaptive is a manual braille writer designed for use by children or adults who are blind or have low vision. On this unit's adjustable keyboard, the distance between keys can be adjusted to fit the size of the user's fingers. This feature may be useful for children or others with shorter fingers. Tatrapoint Adaptive 1 can emboss up to 34 cells per line, while Tatrapoint Adaptive 2 can emboss up to 40 cells per line and 25 lines a page. The unit holds a maximum page size of 8.5 x 11 in

Tatrapoint Standard

Tatrapoint Standard is a manual braille writer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This mechanical, six-key brailler uses normal braille paper on a roll. It has a robust design, and is quiet, safe, and easy to operate. Features include adjustable left and right margins, a bell that rings five cells before the end of the line, carriage release and backspace keys, and built-in Dymo tape clips for embossing dymo tape. Precise paper transport allows exact readjustment f

Tcl 100 Alarm Clock

The TCL 100 Analog Alarm Clock is a flashing alarm clock with a vibrating signal and amplified alarm, and it is a visual and vibrating telephone signal indicator. It is designed for use by people who are deaf or hard of hearing. This clock has an illuminated analog clock face which a bright flashing LED light on the top that is activated when the alarm sounds. The volume of the audible alarm adjusts up to 90 decibels (dB), and there are five alarm patterns and three alarm settings (loud signa

Tcl 200 Alarm Clock

The TCL 200 Digital Alarm Clock is a flashing, voice output digital alarm clock with a vibrating signal and amplified alarm, and it is a visual and vibrating telephone signal indicator. It is designed for use by people who are blind, deaf, and hard of hearing or have low vision. This clock has an illuminated digital clock face with a bright flashing LED light on the top that is activated when the alarm sounds. It can announce the time in five languages (English, Spanish, French, German or Italia

Te 98 Communicator

Pocket sized handheld portable telephone device for the deaf (TDD or TTY) for all hearing impaired and speech impaired people. Can be used on any telephone (pushbutton and dial) as long as the other party is using a pushbutton tone telephone. Caller attaches the acoustic coupler to any telephone earpiece, then depresses buttons on pushbutton tone phone to send message. Message appears on receiving end on a portable LCD display. 81 preprogrammed messages. Status indicator which allows hearing imp

Teach Me To Talk

Teach Me to Talk is a language tutorial program designed for use with children and adults with communication disabilities. This program offers three sections; part one offers pictures of 148 nouns, including animals, foods, transportation, household objects, and simple beginning sounds. Features that can be turned on or off on the fly include pictures morphing to the Mayer-Johnson symbol, a musical interlude before a word is spoken to engage attention, choice of having the word spoken in English

Teach Me To Talk Overlays

Teach Me to Talk Overlays are language tutorial program overlays designed for use with Intellikeys (see separate entry). The hybrid CD-ROM includes all 48 overlayss necessary to use the Teach Me to Talk (see separate entry) program with Intellikeys. The overlays can also be adapted for games and other activities. COMPATIBILITY: The hybrid CD-ROM includes versions for use on Macintosh and IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Both versions require Overlay Maker by Intellitools (not i

Teacher's Cupboard

Teacher's Cupboard is a language tutorial program designed for use by children with learning and reading disabilities. Available in a home user version or a single-user school version, this programs draw young learners into magical lands with kangaroos and giants to find the gifts teachers desire. This interactive literacy program offers two adventures to lead children through focused literacy activities where they practice skills such as identifying beginning letter sounds, story sequencing, an

Teaching Conversation To Children With Autism, Script And Script Fading

Teaching Conversation to Children With Autism, Script and Script Fading is designed for children with autism or anyone with communication disabilities to teach those individuals how to initiate and sustain conversations using scripting. This proven method or technique works well with ABA or Applied Behavior Analysis, behavior programs, or with a Speech and Language Pathologist. It can be an audiotape or a written word or phrase that prompts the child through a conversation. Next learn to slowly

Team Up With Timo: Stories

Team Up with Timo: Stories is a story reading program designed for use by children with autism or communication or language disabilities. This computer-based instructional program helps develop story comprehension and social interaction skills using a three-dimensional animated agent, a talking head called Timo. Children engage in shared and repeated reading with Timo to work on listening, answering "wh" questions, retelling stories, and vocabulary. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM or compatible co

Team Up With Timo: Vocabulary

Team Up with Timo: Vocabulary is a vocabulary enhancement program designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have apraxia, autism, or other language learning delays. This computer-based instructional program uses a three-dimensional animated agent, a talking head called Timo, to help children practice identifying, hearing, and saying new words. Timo engages each student in conversation and addresses them by name as he takes them through personalized, interactive lessons

Tec Light Alert

The TEC Light Alert is a telephone signal indicator designed to provide visual signaling to persons with hearing disabilities. A telephone and lamp are plugged into the Light Alert and when the phone rings, the lamp will flash. The unit requires a dual modular adapter and modular phone line (not included). For indoor use only. COLOR: Ivory.

Tec Strobe Inline Phone Alert

The TEC Strobe In-Line Phone Alert is a line powered telephone signal indicator that provides a visual signal for persons with hearing disabilities. The device has a strobe light that flashes when the telephone rings (7000 candlepower flashes). This device can be used with any modular telephone. DIMENSIONS: 5.5 x 8 x 2.5 inches. COLOR: Woodgrain and Almond.

Tech / Four

Tech/Four is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This unit offers four independent four-second messages in a high-quality recorded voice. Messages can be changed as needed. This unit features a shatter-proof, impact-resistant, waterproof plastic case; four input/output jacks for use with switch-activated toys or devices; and an external speaker jack. The unit includes a set of six changeable full-color Mayer-Johnson overlays and a Boar

Tech / Speak (Models Ts2X32, Ts4X32, & Ts6X32)

Tech/Speak is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Model TS2X32 offers 32 messages on each of two levels, for a total of 64 messages. Model TS4X32 offers 32 messages on four levels, for a total of 128 messages. Model TS6X32 offers 32 messages on six levels, for a total of 192 messages. The messages are recorded in a high-quality recorded voice and can be changed as needed. This unit features a shatter-proof, impact-resistant, waterproof

Tech/scan 32 & Tech/scan 32 Plus

Tech / Scan 32 and Tech / Scan 32 Plus are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. These direct selection communicators can play back 32 separate messages per level on two, four, or six levels. Messages can be scanned in three different modes (Linear, Step, and Row/Column) at three different scan speeds (slow, fast, and medium). The scanning grid provides the user an uninterrupted view of the scanning lights without having to look through a

Tech/scan 8 & Tech/scan 8 Plus

Tech / Scan 8 and Tech / Scan 8 Plus are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. These direct selection communicators each have eight message cells that produce clear audible four-second messages when pressed. Users can select from eight message sets (or levels), for a total of 64 messages. These devices are similar to Tech/Talk 8x8 (see separate entry) with the addition of scanning and audible prompts. On both of these direct selection com

Tech/talk (Models Tt6X8, Tt8X8, & Tt12X8)

Tech/TALK is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. Model TT6X8 offers eight messages on each of six levels, for a total of 48 messages. Model TT8X8 offers eight messages on eight levels, for a total of 64 messages. Model TT12X8 offers eight messages on twelve levels, for a total of 96 messages. Messages are easily recorded in any language in digital Real Voice, and can be changed as needed. Messages will last without battery backup. This

Tecla Access

Tecla Access is an alternative computer and cell phone control switch program and a scanning control switch program designed for use by individuals with fine motor or upper extremity disabilities. This application (or app) allows a person to use adapted switches or the driving controls of their powered wheelchair as wireless accessibility switches. Tecla Access is designed to be used with the Tecla Shield (see separate entry), which interfaces with a variety of switch inputs and transmits via Bl

Tecla Shield Dos

The Tecla Shield DOS is a control switch input interface designed for people with fine motor control or upper extremity disabilities. The system allows a person to use adapted switches or the driving controls of their powered wheelchair to control remotely an Apple iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad or an Android tablet or smartphone. The Tecla Access app (see separate entry) is required to use the Tecla Shield DOS with an Android device. The switches or driving controls connect to the system using the

Tecla Shield For Iphone & Ipad

The Tecla Shield for iPhone & iPad is a control switch input interface designed for people with fine motor control or upper extremity disabilities. The system allows a person to use adapted switches or the driving controls of their powered wheelchair to control remotely an Apple iPhone or iPad. The switches or driving controls connect to the system using the included cables through the device’s six ports. The ports include 2 3.5-millimeter mono sockets, a D-Sub 9-pin male connector ECU port,

Tel Ear Telephone Attachment

The Tel Ear Telephone Attachment is a telephone adapter for hearing aids designed to provide sound enhancement and eliminate feedback for in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aid users. The device straps onto the earpiece of the telephone. It is portable and will fit on G-style (round) or K-style (square) handsets.

Tel-Time Talking Key Chain 2 Pack (Square and Oval Black)

The Tel-Time Talking Key Chain 2 Pack (Square and Oval Black) is a voice output digital alarm clock designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. These talking keychains for the visually impaired features both LCD and audio time report, alarm and hourly time announcement, all on the convenience of a keychain. This talking keychain uses two LR44 batteries.

Tele Holder

Clear plastic phone holder attaches to any standard hand set. One size. A pressure band across top of users head holds hand set in place.

Telealarm Personal Emergency Response System (Model Ap 1337)

The TeleAlarm Personal Emergency Response System, model AP 1337, is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The unit connects to a telephone line and dials up to six pre-selected alarm numbers when activated. It can be activated by pressing a button on the unit or by means of a portable transmitter. OPTIONS: Emergency call transmitter; radio transmitter; universal transmitter; smoke detector; 24-hour central

Telecom 400

Telecom 400 is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a base unit and an Amie personal radio transmitter (a wireless, waterproof pendant). In case of emergency, the user sends an alarm call by pressing the transmitter alarm button or a large illuminated red button on the base unit. Emergency calls can be sent to a dedicated 24-hour monitoring center (service not included); to staff carryi

Telecom 4000

Telecom 4000 is an emergency alert, call signal, or wandering patient system designed for use by individuals with Alzheimer's disease or by seniors or individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. Used in conjunction with a wirless pendant transmitter, this automatic dialer enables the user to summon help by pressing a button. Used in conjunction with motion sensors, it can monitor activity in the residence and send an alarm when the resident has been inactive for either

Telecommunications Headset

Lightweight telephone headset. The over the head model has an adjustable stainless steel headband, earpiece for single ear reception. Microphone has on/off (mute) switch. The under the chin model is available in monaural or binaural microphone with on/off (mute) switch. Four eartip styles.

Telelink Telephone Amplifier Coupler

Telephone adapter used to convert the Pocketalker personal amplifier (see separate entry) into a telephone amplifier. Allows listener to use the Pocketalker and an earphone to boost the caller's voice up to 100 times louder than standard telephones. Compact and portable, can be used at home, on the road, etc. Can be used with most newer telephones that have modular connectors on the handset cord. It cannot be used with phones that have the dialing mechanism in the handset. The adapter plugs into

Telepal Mini Phone Amplifier (Model 16H143A)

The Telepal Mini Phone Amplifier, model 16H143A, is a telephone handset amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This lightweight unit fits over most standard telephone handsets to amplify incoming voices. The unit has a volume control. POWER: Uses 1 triple-A battery (included).

Telephone Alerts

Telephone Alerts is a telephone signal indicator for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The unit is a modular telephone extension that alerts individuals to the ringing of the telephone. It is available in a variety of signaling modes including chime, bell, warble and incandescent lamp.

Telephone Amplifier (Model 42910)

The Telephone Amplifier is a portable handset booster amplifier designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. The unit is fully modular with a plug for the phone and a jack to accept the handset cord. The unit has both volume and tone controls. POWER: Uses one 9-volt battery.

Telephone Call Aid For Problems Of Visual Sequencing

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Enables people with visual sequencing, tracking, or memory problems to make a telephone call independently. Dialing aid is constructed of one spiral bound pad of 3 by 5 inch cards, 7 marking pens that are different colors that include green and red and transparent tape. A digit is printed on each card in desired sequence using a different color for each digit. SKILLS REQUIRED: Assembly. AUTHOR: Ores, L; Parent, L TITLE: Telephone Call Aid for Problems

Telephone Comfort Ear Pad

The Telephone Comfort Ear Pad are handset ear pads designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The soft, flexible cup is placed over the existing telephone receiver to redouce hearing aid feedback whistle during telephone conversations. Models are available for use on round or square handsets.

Telephone Comfort Ear Pads (Model 2420)

The Telephone Comfort Ear Pads, model 2420, are handset ear pads designed to be attached to the receiver section of the telephone to cushion the telephone receiver and shut out room noise. These foam pads may be used with or without a hearing aid, and come in boxes of two dozen.

Telephone Cushion

The Telephone Cushion is a handset earpad and telephone adapter for hearing aids designed to eliminate feedback and provide comfort when in-the-ear hearing aid users are on the phone. The device slips onto the earpiece of the telephone handset. The cushion is made of polyurethane.

Telephone Dialing Aid.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Three telephone dialing aids for those with limited use of their hands. Illustrates three variations on a telephone dialer: 1) A marble or any 5/8 inch ball glued to a short piece of 1/4 inch tubing which is glued into a hole drilled in a size 2 file handle; 2) A 5/16 inch rivet glued into a hole drilled into the end of a size 2 file handle; 3) A pen or narrow dowel glued to a hole drilled in a 5/8 inch wooden ball. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. Assemb

Telephone Enclosure

Telephone Enclosures are casings for indoor and outdoor pay telephones designed to meet ADA standards for individuals with physical disabilities. Most models can be pedastal or wall mounted. The Protector is ideal in areas with a high risk of vandalism. The Medium Walk-Up is narrow for areas with limited space availablity. The Intermediate Walk-Up is also slender in size, and it offers maximum visibility for heavy use locations. The Designer Enlosure can be installed as free standing enclosure,

Telephone Holders.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Device to hold a telephone receiver in a convenient position so that lifting and holding it are unnecessary when strength or range of motion is limited. Receiver holder made of a non-tip base, gooseneck from a lamp, and a bar fastened to the top of the gooseneck, with screw clamps to hold the receiver. The telephone buttons are held down with a metal bar when the phone is not in use. Includes drawings. COMMENTS: Developed by the Occupational Therapy De

Telephone Holster

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual who uses a wheelchair to transport and keep within reach a cordless telephone. A tube with an open top and a closed bottom was made of weatherproof material. The tube was fastened underneath the wheelchair seat with the phone's antenna extending into reach while staying close to the side of the chair. TITLE: The Telephone Holster. WEB SITE: Workshop Solutions at http://www.workshopsolutions.com/COMPLETE/telhol.htm. REF: The originator,Bru

Telephone Keypad Enlarger (Model 2350)

Telephone Keypad Enlarger, model ## 2350, is raised face plate designed to enlarge numbers and letters on a telephone for individuals with low vision. This keypad enlarger fits over standard touch tone telephone keypads, including simple multi-line phones. GUARANTEE: Stock items carry a 30 day guarantee.

Telephone Management System

The Telephone Management System is a control switch interface unit and speakerphone designed to allow the user full use of telephone functions with a single switch. The user activates a switch twice to answer calls, and then once to end the call. When the user wants to make a call, the device cycles through types of functions, such as dial and redial, allowing the user time to select from these. Then the product cycles through the numbers, also allowing time for the user to make selections. If t

Telephone Ringer Amplifier (Model Ta-)

The Telephone Ringer Amplifier is a phone amplifier for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Amplifies telephone ringer and lights a lamp to alert incoming calls. Ringer can be set for high/low/off.

Telephone Ringer And Flasher

The Telephone Ringer and Flasher is a telephone signal indicator designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The device is activated when the connected telephone rings and it features a strobe flasher and a two-tone buzzer that delivers a low-pitched warble. The strobe and the buzzer may each be used individually or in combination.

Telephone Skills Cassettes

Telephone Skills Cassettes is a telephone skils training system designed to simulate job skills using the telephone in business for individuals with a developmental disability. It introduces basic telphone uses that may be encountered in an entry-level job. Six different work sample cassettes include: Taking Messages, Making Appointments, Fast Food Orders, Restaurant Orders, Business Orders, and Consumer Orders. A complete kit includes a Teacher's Guide with Answer Key, Instructional Objective

Telephone Stand

CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with quadriplegia to access his home telephone. An existing overbed stand was adapted using the wall-mount bracket that came with the telephone. The bracket was mounted to the stand and the phone base attached to the bracket. The base is upside down, facing the user while he is lying on the bed. Consequently, the handset could not be placed in the base when not in use or for charging. A separate metal clip was attached to the stand to hold the

Telephone Strobe Light (Model 2562)

Telephone signal. Bright strobe light emits high intensity flashing light when telephone rings. Includes 15 foot modular line cord and Y adapter. Connects directly into telephone line.

Telesight Clip-On Spectacle Magnifier (Models 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, & 28)

The Telesight Clip-On Spectacle Magnifier is a binocular magnifying lens for eyeglasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. This magnifier clips on to the user's glasses frame and has two optical quality acrylic prismatic lenses with scratch resistant coating. The lenses have a flip up / flip down movement. Six available models differ in lens focal range (working distance) and power: model 22 has a 20-inch focal range and 1.5x power; model 23 has a 13-inch focal range and 1.75x powe

Telesight Full-Frame Spectacle Magnifier (Models 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, & 38)

The Telesight Full-Frame Spectacle Magnifier is a binocular magnifying lens for eyeglasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. This spectacle magnifier has a dual frame with two magnifying lenses set in front of two prescription lenses (not included). The magnifying lenses are optical quality acrylic prismatic lenses with a scratch resistant coating, and can be flipped up when not in use. Six available models differ in lens focal range (working distance) and power: model 32 has a 20

Telesight Half-Frame Spectacle Magnifier (Models 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, & 48)

The Telesight Half-Frame Spectacle Magnifier is a binocular magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This spectacle-style magnifier is designed for those who do not wear glasses. It has two optical quality acrylic prismatic magnifying lenses with scratch resistant coating. The lenses can be flipped up when not in use. Six available models differ in the focal range (working distance) and power of their magnifying lenses: model 42 has a 20-inch focal range and 1.5x power; model 4

Telestrobe

The Telestrobe is a telephone signal indicator designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The device is activated when the connected telephone rings and it then emits a high-intensity flashing light. The unit features a three- dimensional faceplate labeled with the word "PHONE." The peak candlepower is 70,000. The unit is available as a telephone connection only or as an electrical plug/phone connection. WARRANTY: Three-year warranty.

Teletalk

TeleTalk is a voice output telephone aid designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This hardware and/or software product provides speech and large print output for telephone console indicators and message displays in a workplace environment. It is a compact system that converts call-related data to equivalent speech and large, high-contrast display output. The system is available in various configurations for use with specific telephone consoles. These include a hardware

Teletalker (Model 040)

The Teletalker is a large button amplifier telephone designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This phone enables the user to press a button to press a single button to activate amplification while providing a volume control for maximum comfort and clarity and comfort. When the handset is hung up, the unit automatically returns to normal operation, protecting others from unintended amplification. Other standard features include up to 55 decibels (dB) or high frequency gain, an amp

Tell A Tale

Tell A Tale is a story writing program designed for use by children with cognitive or learning disabilities. This program encourages children to write their own three-sentence stories using the 100 combination offered by the software. Each story has an opening, a setting, an actor, and action, all illustrated with animation. The program also offers clear narration in male or female voices, highlighted text, and an interface simple enough for early learners. Full teacher controls and three levels

Tellatouch (Model 22-0501-1)

Tellatouch, model 22-0501-1, is a manual braille writer and refreshable braille display designed for use in communication with individuals who are deaf blind. This communication device for the deaf blind has a keyboard with four rows of keys, and a braille display. The top three rows of the keyboard have keys for the alphabet, and the fourth row has the keys of a standard braille keyboard. To receive messages, the deaf blind user places a hand over the braille display. A sighted individual can c

Tellus 3+

Tellus 3+ is a direct selection or keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. The system consists of a tablet personal computer (PC) with a touch screen and Mind Express graphical communication software or Eurovocs Suite onscreen keyboard software. The touch screen can be activated with an active pen, finger, or fingernail, and the device can also be controlled with a switch or joystick through a port or through the device's built-in wireless

Tellus 4

Tellus 4 is a direct selection or keyboard communicator designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. It utilizes Windows 7 Pro 64 with Mind Express 4. There are integrated stereo speakers and audio amplification and microphone. The Tellus 4 is equipped with RealSpeak (Nuance) or BrightSpeech (Acapela). In addition, Tellus 4supports the latest wireless technology: integrated WLAN, Bluetooth and 3G/UMTS mobile network technology. Result: e-mail, text messages and int

Telorion Zoom

Telorion Zoom is a feature for Android smartphones designed for use by individuals with low vision. It allows the user to read text messages, emails or any other content on their mobile phone. It allows the user to change the size of characters at any time with a simple two-finger gesture on the screen. The text then adapts to the screen automatically. Telorion Zoom also lets user choose between three contrasted color themes (white on black, black on white, or yellow on blue). The user also

Telstrobe

The TelStrobe is a unit that flashes to signify that the telephone is ringing for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The strobe has a peak candlepower of 70,000 and emits a high intensity flashing light when the telephone rings. It is also ideal for high ambient noise environments; quiet zones in hospitals and libraries.

Tense Builder (Version 1.3)

Tense Builder (version 1.3) is an iPad app designed to help children with language delays or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) learn how to identify and use correct tense forms by playing movie quality animated videos to demonstrate past, present and future tense. 48 video lessons are in place to help give students a deeper understanding about the purpose of tense, with special attention given to the past tense of irregular verbs. With Tense Builder, students will: • Learn how to sequence events an

Tense Sequencing Cards

Tense Sequencing Cards are photo cards designed for use with children age four and up with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 33 multicultural cards can be used for reading skill development or for communication training and provides clear full-color photographs of children engaged in various activities. The set includes 11 groups of three cards designed to encourage children to use past, present, and future tense in speech. DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 5 inches.

Test Of Aided-Communication Symbol Performance (Tasp)

The Test of Aided-Communication Symbol Performance (TASP) is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessment battery designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This test of symbolic skills provides a starting point for designing or selecting an appropriate page set for an AAC device. The test can also be used to help design communication boards. Results can also help in establishing appropriate AAC intervention goals and strategies targe

Test Of Language Development-Intermediate — Fourth Edition

The Test of Language Development: Intermediate - Fourth Edition (TOLD:I-4), is a language development assessment test designed for use in identifying children with communication disabilities. Professionals can use the test to (1) identify children between the ages of eight and seventeen years old who are significantly below their peers in oral language proficiency, (2) determine specific strengths and weaknesses in oral language skills, (3) document progress in remedial programs, and (4) measure

Text Cloner Pro

Text Cloner Pro is an optical character recognition program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This program is designed to work with a voice output screen reader program (not included), and therefore does not include its own speech engines. The program handles multiple columns and page orientation automatically. Documents can be scanned in high speed mode, in which images and tables are ignored, or in detailed mode. Other features include single button functions, a

Text To Speech Communicator (Model Ts2010X)

The Text To Speech Communicator, model TS2010X, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by people with speech and other communication disabilities. The lightweight portable unit features a 41-key tactile keyboard, a 40-character LCD (liquid crystal display) display readout, text-to-speech processor with non-gender specific voice output, and adjustable volume and rate control. Keyboard features such as no key repeat and single key roll over make the unit responsive to individuals with

Text-To-Audio - Version 10.0

Text-to-Audio – Version 10.0 is an audio file creation program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This program converts electronic text files into audio files with clear, natural-sounding voices using Cepstral's Natural Voices. It can turn e-books into audio books on a personal computer or CD. An hour's worth of audio can be produced in four minutes. The program can automatically break up an e-book into segments in separate audio files or tracks on an audio CD, and

Textaloud

TextAloud is a voice output program designed for use by individuals with low vision or reading disabilities. This software uses voice synthesis to convert text into spoken audio and read text from email, Web pages (HTML), Word files, PDF files, PowerPoint, and e-books. It can also convert text to MP3 or Windows Media (WMA) files. Toolbar plug-ins are included for Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Outlook. OPTIONS: AT&T Natural Voices, Acapela, or Nuance RealSpeak text-to-speech converters. COM

Textbridge Pro Millenium

TextBridge Pro Millennium is an optical character recognition (OCR) program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This OCR program turns scanned documents into Word files with a high degree of accuracy to reduce or eliminate the need for retyping. Files can be edited after scanning. Documents can also be converted automatically into Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) for posting on web sites. This Windows 2000 Certified Program works seamlessly with Microsoft Office 200

Textparrot

TextParrot is a voice output and audio file creation program designed for use by individuals with low vision or reading disabilities. This program enables the user to listen to Text, Word, HTML, PDF or RTF files with natural- sounding voices in a language of the user's choice. Selected text in any application can be spoken in a reader window with play, fast forward, and rewind functions. Text can also be selected for reading by pointing the cursor to it. Text can be converted to audio files for

Textsound

TextSound is an audio file creation program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This text-to-speech file converter can batch convert text documents in .txt format to spoken audio files in .wav or .mp3 format. There is no text size limit. The program can be used to listen to documents, e-mails, e-books, or Web pages. Before they can be converted, files must be added to the conversion list using either drag and drop, a pop-up menu, the program's Add button, or a directory command line

Textspeak With Vision Board

TextSpeak with VisionBoard is an alternative Augmentative Communication system designed for users who are vocally impaired or have limited speech capability. TextSpeak is a text-generating speaker and keyboard combination. Generates up to 24 user defined phrases with single key presses. Can be programmed to male or female voices, and has 30 programmable phrases. Voices can be selected for both English and Spanish. Works over speakerphone telephone for phone calls.

Textured Grip Ball (Model H70858)

The Textured Grip Ball, model H70858, is a hand exercise ball with a surface made of small individual bumps and a center hole. There is an internal bell which rings when shaken. The end of the hole may be pushed through with a pencil to create a pencil holder for persons requiring a built-up writing instrument holder. DIMENSIONS: 2 inches in diameter.

Textured Paper Collection (Model 1-03275-00)

The Textured Paper Collection is tactile graphics paper designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. The kit contains tactile colored sheets that can be cut out and applied to another surface for such purposes as making tactile items on worksheets, creating area patterns in tactile diagrams, adding texture to adapted storybooks, creating tactile artworks, or labeling household items or books. In addition to paper, vinyl, and Tactile Colours paper in various colors, the kit incl

Textured Roller Step Talking Sequencer (Model 653)

The Textured Roller Step Talking Sequencer, model 653, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children or adults with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. By playing a sequential series of pre-recorded messages, this sequencer enables a user with limited communication skills to carry on a simple conversation. The device can also be used for for testing, directions, multiplication, memorization, medical instructions, storytelling, and sing-alongs. It is activated usin

Thai Pad

The Thai Pad is a bookholder and support for tablet computers or e-readers designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or weakness or arthritis. This book support pillow is designed for table or lap use and supports large and small books. Covered in Thai silk and filled with hypoallergenic polyfiber, the unit has a fold out base to hold writing instruments and a sewn-in bookmark cord. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 12 x 12 x 6 inches open and 6.26 x 12 x 8.5 inches closed. WEIGHT: 1.2

Thai Roll

The Thai Roll is a bookholder and stand for a tablet computer or an e-reader designed for use by individuals with grasping, neurological or upper extremity disabilities, cerebral palsy or arthritis. One edge of this lap pillow can be rolled and fastened to the other end using the beads and fabric loops. The pillow can be fastened at several different angles to place a book, iPad, or other tablet computer in the optimal position for the user. The Thai Roll's attached tie can be used as a bookmark

That's How I Feel

That's How I Feel is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program and a vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The app can also be used by a parent or therapist to teach a child vocabulary

The Abacus Made Easy: Braille (Model 5-00220-00) & Large Type (Model 4-00100-00)

"The Abacus Made Easy," by Davidow, published in Braille (model 5-00220-00) and large print (model 4-00100-00), is an instruction book on the Cranmer abacus designed for use by students who are blind or have low vision.

The Aid

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To create a prototype a walking aid that provides physical support, navigation, and serves as a health monitoring device for individuals who are elderly or individuals with disabilities. Created by Egle Ugintaite from Lithuania, “the aid,” is a cane that provides mobile navigation and health management services. In addition to ambulation support, this high-tech cane also monitors the user’s pulse, blood pressure, and temperature through sensors located in the wr

The Asperkid's (Secret) Book

The Asperkid’s Secret Book of Social Rules is a tool designed for individuals with Aspergers syndrome, ages 10-17. It provides social guidelines and rules that address things that can seem baffling to those with this type of disorder.Such as making and keeping friends or how to blend in, as opposed to standing out. Contains 280 pages. Paperback.

The Big Books Of Poetry Series

The Big Books of Poetry Series are large print books designed for use by children with low vision. The series presents math, science, and literature concepts for students reading at levels 1 and 2, utilizing a variety of poetic styles expressed by well-known poets. The three titles in the series are "The Big Book of Poetry," "The Big Book of Science Poems," and "The Big Book of Math Poems." Each book includes 15 poems with full-color illustrations and features multi-cultural representation in th

The Big Dipper

The Big Dipper (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1), is an educational book designed for children with learning disabilities to learn about the stars. It is part of a highly recommended science series and this book introduces the concept of constellations to the youngest astronomers.

The Black Book of Colors

The Black Book of Colors is a color braille book designed for use by children who are blind or have low vision. The braille book is designed to assist users in learning how to read the alphabet and numbers while using their fingertips. The descriptive, sensory text, which also incorporates white type and Braille, combined with an innovative design, makes this book a starting point for discussions on difference, perspective, and experiencing and describing the world in new ways, topics that are r

The Bridge To Braille

The Bridge to Braille is a manual for teaching braille to children who are blind or have low vision. It is a step-by-step guide that shows parents and teachers how to help blind children progress from early literacy experiences all the way to full participation in the classroom. Topics include reading and math readiness, braille reading and writing techniques, the Nemeth braille math code, techniques for doing math in braille, literary and textbook format, correcting and editing braille, how to

The Communication Station

The Communication Station is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators designed to clamp an augmentative device to a wheelchair for individuals who are non-verbal and use a wheelchair. It is designed to "lock in" communciation devices at the right height, position and angle. The monoclamp is the key to the Communciation Station and can be configured in various combinations with almost limitless possibilities. The family of mounts can adapt any device to the left or right side of any wheelchair

The Computer Braille Code Made Easy, 3Rd Edition

The Computer Braille Code Made Easy, 3rd edition, is a manual for teaching the braille computer code for individuals who are blind or have low vision. It describes the computer code, one step at a time. Each new concept is clearly explained with ample examples to drive home the point. This third edition includes tips on how to read e-mail and web addresses. OPTIONS: Print or braille.

The DK Braille: Animals

The DK Braille: Animals is designed for use by children and adults who are blind or have low vision. The pages combine braille, large print, and high-contrast photography with clear and predictive layouts for curious young readers. The images are large and embossed, flocked, or glossed with explanatory text, and the text is both embossed braille and printed in large text format for a shared reading experience for sighted readers.

The Dyscalculia Toolkit: Supporting Learning Difficulties in Maths

The Dyscalculia Toolkit: Supporting Learning Difficulties in Math, is a course intended for people with Dyscalculia to aid with math learning process. It is composed by a book with readings and lessons and a CD-ROOM with practice exercises.  Designed to support learners aged 6 to 14 years, who have difficulty with math and numbers

The Eden Autism Assessment And Curriculum

The Eden Autism Assessment and Curriculum are designed as a guide to help children and adult students with autism to effectively learn and provide them with comprehensive, individualized services. Employing a hands-on approach, the curriculum includes practical strategies for each teaching program. In addition, each skill area includes a systematic assessment and flow chart to support appropriate goal selection. Teaching programs are clearly written, with step-by-step instructions, and include t

The Eden School Series Curriculum: 5 Volume Series

The Eden School Series Curriculum is a five volume set that is designed for students Pre-K through 12, with autism, to provide those individuals with a wide range of content and modules that include comprehensive assessments that integrate with the curriculum, and thus with students’ Individualized Education Program goals. Designed on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), each skill area includes a systematic assessment and flow chart to support appropriate goal selection. Clearly w

The Everyday-Life Reading & Writing Binder 1

The Everyday-Life Reading & Writing (Binder 1) is a 3-ring open and close binder that is an educational tool or resource designed to help children with Autism develop reading skills along with everyday life skills, which special learners need to practice in order to master. Made for easy for copying. Each section is tabbed with a label. There is a CD that has printable pages. Some of the tasks covered in this binder include: reading the newspaper, instructions, schedules, websites, and email

The Grid 2 Software

The Grid is a program for creating symbolic or text communicator grids designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities. Grids may be exported to Windows CE or palmtop machines, or printed for use with digitized communication aids. The software also functions as an on-screen keyboard program for typing into any Windows-based program. It can be used to speak using Microsoft SAPI Speech, DECtalk, InfoVox, or Dolphin speech systems (not included), digitized (recorded) speec

The Incredible Flexible You Curriculum Set

The Incredible Flexible You Curriculum Set is a step-by-step guide intended for students or children, ages 4 to 7, with autism to improve, teach, and support social learning, problem solving skills, and social/emotional thinking, including how to think about the thoughts of others. The curriculum includes the following:

The Jumbo Grip

The Jumbo Grip is a large pencil grip designed to provide extended comfort and support up to the second knuckle. The grip accommodates both right- and left-handed individuals and encourages a natural pencil grasp. The grip was designed by doctors to relieve hand pain for all ages on pens and pencils.

The L6 Notebook Manager

The L6 Notebook Manager is designed to improve user comfort and reduces the risk of long-term injury by promoting good ergonomic posture while using a laptop computer. Can be used for full-time workstations, home offices, hospitality applications, and any other workspace in which a laptop computer is regularly used. The L6 offers a number of features including: cable management, heat ventilation, security features, and an optional removable USB hub.

The Original Toy Company Pop-Up School Bus

The Original Toy Company Pop-Up School Bus is an educational toy designed for children ages 12 months and up with Autism Sepctrum Disorder to encourage eye hand coordination while introducing color awareness, counting and matching. Comes with four friendly, color, peg children that bob up and down on concealed springs as the school bus zooms to school. Careful, push them down far enough or they will fly out.

The Pre-Made Customizable Communication Boards

The Pre-Made Customizable Communication Boards are communication boards designed for use by children and adults with communication or cognitive disabilities. These Web-based, downloadable, pre-made and customizable boards are available in versions specific to adults or children. Layouts include Basic Communication (adult or child), Hospital (adult or child), Social (adult or child), or Social Interaction (adult or child). Each communication board can be modified by searching an on-line database

The Question Challenge Card Game

The Question Challenge  Card Game is an expressive and receptive language card game that targets social skills and reasoning. This game helps children with cognitive or learning disabilities or autism learn to understand sarcasm, state opinions, questioning skills, plus much more. This game allows students to practice these skills necessary for effective communication and problem solving.

The Ring Pen

The Ring Pen is a writing aid with an ergonomically designed barrel. The center opening allows one finger to fit through the ring, and provides a natural resting place for the writing finger. Because the center of gravity for the pen coincides with the point of support, this pen writes in a stable manner with minimal effort applied.

The Sentence Master: Program For Success In Reading Level 1

Sentence Master: A Program for Success in Reading Level 1 is a language and reading tutorial program designed to increase reading comprehension, foster independent reading and facilitate classroom inclusion for children and adults with language learning, developmental, or hearing disabilities, or autism. This program is useful for teaching reading skills to students who have difficulty with phonics or oral language, or who have impulsive learning styles and for teaching English as a second langu

The Very Busy Spider

The Very Busy Spider, by Eric Carle, is a tactile book designed to offer tactual stimulation for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The book is meant to be read aloud so that children can follow along by feeling the raised pictures.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by Eric Carle, is a large print book designed for children with low vision. There are srikingly bold pictures and simple text in large clear type which tell the story of the hungry little caterpillar's progress through a variety of foods.

The Working Farm Thematic Activity Module (Models 2819-2 & 2820-6)

The Working Farm Thematic Activity Module is a language training system and vocabulary tutorial program designed to teach students functioning at the Kindergarten through first grade levels basic language and science skills as students compare and group animals, identify food products produced on farms, and discuss farm jobs. The system utilizes a magnetized display board and metallic-backed visuals to illustrate concepts and encourage interactive learning. The module includes a self-standing ma

The Writing Claw Pencil Grip

The Writing CLAW is designed to teach young children how to hold their pencils correctly. Its patent pending design features three sleeves that guide the pointer finger, middle finger, and thumb into the correct tripod grip. As a result, students can focus on good handwriting rather than the mechanics of holding the pencil. The CLAW is used in school settings and pediatric clinics and is often used to help children who have Autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, or gene

Thermo-Pen I

Thermo-Pen I is a thermal pen designed for use in the creation of tactile images and messages for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Thermo-Pen I is a writing instrument designed to create a raised image directly on Flexi - Paper tactile graphics paper (see separate entry). Thermo-Pen I is a portable device that works with a battery pack. When the pen is plugged into the battery pack it is ready to produce images directly onto Flexi - Paper. A tactile image is formed on Flexi-Paper by

Thermo-Pen Ii

Thermo-Pen II is a thermal pen designed for use in the creation of tactile images and messages for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Like Thermo-Pen I (see separate entry), Thermo-Pen II is a writing instrument designed to create a raised image directly on tactile graphics paper. By holding the pen vertically above a sheet of Flexi-Paper (see separate entry) and passing it slowly across the paper (no pressure necessary), a tactile image is formed. Thermo-Pen II also creates tactile i

They Shall Have Music

They Shall Have Music, by Dorothy Dykema (1986, 62 pages), is a manual for teaching music braille to students who are blind or have low vision. This is a reprint of one of the earliest manuals for teaching music braille. This print book is filled with helpful tips regarding the unique needs of blind piano students, and gives alternative methods for teaching blind musicians.

Thigh Pointer

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY -------DESCRIPTION: A thermoplastic cuff formed to the thigh which has a pointer attached to it. This device allows an individual to point on a communication board, play certain musical instruments, paint, etc.

Thimble

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype Bluetooth-enabled device finger-glove that connects to a smart phone, specifically the Apple iPhone, and works as a Braille display for individuals who are blind or or have low vision. By pulsing Braille shapes onto the fingertip via an “electro-tactile grid array,” the text on the iPhone's screen can be conveyed to the blind user. The Thimble also includes a camera allowing it to scan text from other sources (such as books or labels) and t

This Is The One I Want

This is the One I Want is a communication book designed to provide constructive, organized communication activities for nonverbal individuals. This book integrates the Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) into a series of entertaining but structured activities and exercises. This activity book may be appropriate for any low functioning student who enjoys creating simple pictures, and use of the picture symbols may also allow students with physical disabilities to participate by directing activiti

This Old Man

This Old Man is a pre-reading tutorial program and a sign language program and a sign language training program designed for use with children ages 3 to 6 years. The program uses the familiar nursery song together with sign language to teach numbers and counting. The game may be played by 1 to 12 players using a single switch, a TouchWindow (see separate entry), or the keyboard. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: A color monitor is required. WARRANTY: Faulty disk

Thomas Braille Embosser

The Thomas Braille Embosser is a braille printer designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Thomas Braille Embosser prints single-sided Braille at a rate of 40 characters per second. Its features include Dynamic Braille Scaling, which allows users to switch with just one command from Library of Congress Braille to California sign Braille, Jumbo Braille, standard Braille with increased line spacing, or the smaller Braille often preferred in Japan. Sizes can be mixed within a s

Thomas Steady Arm

The Thomas Steady Arm is an arm support for feeding and a writing aid designed for use by children or adults with disabilities causing arm and hand tremors. This unit eliminates and/or significantly controls tremors by supporting graduated vertical, horizontal, and circular movements. The unit mounts to any table top (other than glass) or to a wheelchair. The user's arm is placed in a trough-style arm holder and secured with straps, and the unit's three tension adjusters are set to counter tremo

Thorndike Press Large Print Books

Thorndike Press Large Print Books are unabridged books printed in 16 or 18 point type for use by individuals with low vision. Fiction and non-fiction categories include Adventure, African American, American History, Americana, Bestsellers, Biography, Christian Fiction, Christian Living, Christian Mystery, Christian Romance, Famous Authors, Harlequin Romance, Inspirational, Juvenile, Mystery, Romance, Science Fiction, Spanish Language, Westerns, Women's Fiction, and Young Adult. The books are pri

Ticonderoga My Hold Right Pencil

The Ticonderoga My Hold Right Pencil is an easy grasp pencil designed for use by children with fine motor or grasping disabilities. Designed for right or left-handed users, this large, triangular pencil is ergonomically designed with tri-color markings for proper finger positioning. It has number two graphite lead. These pencils come in a pack that includes three pencils, a mini-poster, finger stickers, and a pencil sharpener.

Ticonderoga Tri-Write Standard Size Pencil

The Ticonderoga Tri-Write Standard Size Pencil is an easy grasp pencil designed for use by individuals with fine motor and grasping disabilities. This ergonomic, triangle-shaped number 2 pencil has a graphite core formula so it writes smoothly. The triangular grip helps with proper finger placement. Other features include an eraser and a finish that contains Microban anti-microbial protection to inhibit the growth of odor- and stain- causing bacteria on the pencil.

Tiger Cub Desktop Embosser

The Tiger Cub Desktop Embosser is a braille printer and tactile graphics embosser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This embosser can be used for braille production, tactile graphics, braille math with graphics, braille adhesive labels, and braille business cards, and it can emboss braille and graphics together on standard braille paper. Braille can be printed directly from mainstream Windows software like Microsoft Office, or from braille-making software like Dux

Tiger Cub Jr. Personal Embosser

The Tiger Cub Jr. Personal Embosser is a braille printer and tactile graphics embosser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This embosser can be used for braille production, tactile graphics, braille math with graphics, braille adhesive labels, and braille business cards, and it can emboss braille and graphics together on standard braille paper. Braille can be printed directly from mainstream Windows software like Microsoft Office, or from braille-making software lik

Tiger Elite 150 Printer

The Tiger Elite 150 Printer is a braille printer designed for use in the production of braille books and documents. Its printing speed is 150 cps (Braille cells per second), with automatic double-sided embossing. The unit is compact with heavy-duty construction for high volume production. The unit comes with the Tiger Software Suite, which can be used for Braille translation from MS Word and tactile graphics design in conjunction with computer graphics software such as Illustrator or CorelDraw.

Tiger Elite 200 Printer

The Tiger Elite 200 Printer is a braille printer designed for use in the production of braille books and documents. Its printing speed is 200 cps (Braille cells per second), with automatic double-sided embossing. The unit is compact with heavy-duty construction for high volume production. The unit comes with the Tiger Software Suite, which can be used for Braille translation from MS Word and tactile graphics design in conjunction with computer graphics software such as Illustrator or CorelDraw.

Tiger Max

Tiger Max is a desktop braille and tactile graphics embosser designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This embosser can be used for braille production, tactile graphics, braille math with graphics, braille adhesive labels, and business cards. With this printer, braille and graphics can be embossed together on regular braille paper, rather than thermal paper, and braille can be created and embossed directly from mainstream Windows software like MS Office, as well as from

Tiger Premier 100 Braille Printer

The Tiger Premier 100 Braille Printer is a braille printer designed for use in the production of braille books and documents. Its printing speed is 100 cps (Braille cells per second), with automatic double-sided embossing. The unit comes with the Tiger Software Suite, which can be used for Braille translation from Microsoft Word or Excel and for tactile graphics design in conjunction with computer graphics software such as Illustrator or CorelDraw. OPTIONS: Floor stand for printer; Braille paper

Tiger Premier 80 Braille Printer

The Tiger Premier 80 Braille Printer is a braille printer designed for use in the production of braille books and documents. Its printing speed is 80 cps (Braille cells per second), with automatic double-sided embossing. The unit comes with the Tiger Software Suite, which can be used for Braille translation from Microsoft Word or Excel and for tactile graphics design in conjunction with computer graphics software such as Illustrator or CorelDraw. OPTIONS: Floor stand for printer; Braille paper.

Tiger Software Suite

The Tiger Software Suite (TSS) is a braille translation and tactile graphics program designed for use in the production of Braille and tactile graphics. Text or graphics are inserted within programs such as Microsoft Word or Excel and translated instantly by the software. Braille math translation is also available. Languages supported include English, German, Spanish, Polish, French, Dutch, Swedish, Japanese, Russian, Norwegian, and Italian The software is available on CD or for download. COMPAT

Tiger's Tale

Tiger's Tale is a speech training program designed for use with individuals with speech disabilities. In this program, Tiger has lost his voice and needs help looking for it. Children "talk" for Tiger and their voices are recorded to create a movie. During Tiger's search, animated characters appear and ask children questions to elicit their thoughts, suggestions, and opinions. Conversations are developed using the child's voice along with other pre-recorded voices. If a child is asked a question

Tilt 'n Turn Crt Stand With Copy Easel

The Tilt 'n Turn CRT Stand with Copy Easel, model R7431, is a monitor stand designed to reduce glare, minimize eye strain, and eliminate neck craning. The stand fits any CRT with foot separations up to 12 x 12 inches. A built- in tension spring allows full range of adjustment while in use. Anti-skid pads on the top and bottom provide stability and protection. The stand tilts up or down 12.5 degrees, and rotates 360 degrees. DIMENSIONS: Copy easel is 9.5 x 12.5 inches; stand is 14 x 14.5 x 4.5 in

Tilt'n Turner

The Tilt 'n Turner is a communicator or computer mounting kit for wheelchair or a camera mount for wheelchair designed for use by individuals with mobility or lower extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. The device can also be used to mount trays, easels, reading stands, remote controls and more. The device is equipped with a quick-release mounting plate offering 0 to 90 degrees of tilt and a paddle to unlock the joint to rotate the attached tray or device 360 degrees. There are 12 memor

Time & Growth Cards

Time & Growth Cards are photo cards designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 60 cards can be used for reading skill development or for communication training. These cards use natural events to illustrate sequencing. For example, one card may illustrate the life of a bird from hatching through the first moment of flight, while another might illustrate the life of a plant from the seed through blooming. Thiis set also includes a guide.

Time Frame Four (Model R0303)

Time Frame Four, model R0303, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by children and adults with communication disabilities. This communicator features a talking picture frame offering up to four ten-second messages; touching the corresponding picture activates the recorded message. Included overlays allow a choice of one, two, or four message/picture configurations. Rubber bumpers on the back aloow for tabletop or wall-mounted use. POWER: Uses four triple-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: 9

Time Frame Package

The Time Frame Package is a direct selection communicator and a set of symbolic language pictures designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. The set includes one Time Frame Four (see separate entry) communicator and one WordWise Master Card Book (see separate entry) with 588 reproducible black line drawings.

Timecue

The TimeCue is single message speech output device that links to a digital clock designed for individuals with communication or memory disabilities. Record a message, then set the clock to play it back at just the right time. Remind users that “gym class begins in five minutes,” or “it’s 3 o’clock, time to go.” Users can also add a picture cue for additional information. SIZE: 4 x 2 1/2 x 1/2 inches when closed. BATTERIES: included.

Tiresias Fonts

Tiresias Fonts are low vision fonts designed for use by individuals with low vision. These fonts are in Windows and Macintosh TrueType Format, and include Screenfont, PCfont, Infofont, Signfont, and LPfont (each font sold separately). Designs are based on a study of the key factors that affect legibility, including character shapes, relative thickness of the character shapes, inter-character spacing, and aspect ratios that affect the maximum size at which a font can be used. Screenfont is for u

Tm-60 Timer

The TM-60 is a timer with a built-in transmitter designed to provide tactile signalling to individuals with hearing disabilities. It is designed to operate in conjunction with the Silent Call Omni Page, Omni Page II, or Vibra-Call receivers (see separate entries). The timer is set by turning the dial to the desired number of minutes. When the timer reaches zero, the built in transmitter sends a signal to the receiver, which in turn vibrates and lights up a combination of display lights. The syst

TM-Touch For Android Tablets

The TM-Touch for Android Tablets is an assistive communication device offers "total conversation" with video, audio, and text quality. It can be used by people who are deaf and hearing impaired. The TM-Touch has a built-in video responder. The user can put up an automatic video reply to incoming calls and receive video messages directly to their tablet without having to subscribe to an service that usually stores video messages on the provider’s server.

TM-Touch For iPad

The TM-Touch for Apple iPad offers "total conversation" in video, audio and text quality. It can be used by people who are deaf and hearing impaired. The TM-Touch has a built-in video responder. The user can put up an automatic video reply to incoming calls and receive video messages directly to their tablet without having to subscribe to an service that usually stores video messages on the provider’s server.

Tobii C12

The Tobii C12 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This tablet-computer based communicator runs Windows Vista Home Premium and has an IntelCore Duo U2500 processor, 2 gigabytes (GB) RAM, a 60 GB hard drive, two USB 2.0 ports, and an integrated desk stand. Other features include 4 integrated speakers, 2 integrated microphones, a 1 GB SD card and a built-in camera with 640 x 480 pixels. The unit can be controlled

Tobii C8

The Tobii C8 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This tablet-computer-based communicator uses Windows Vista Home Premium and features touch screen access, an IntelCore Duo U2500 processor, 2 gigabytes (GB) RAM, a 60 GB hard drive, two USB 2.0 ports, and an integrated desk stand. Other features include 2 integrated speakers, 2 integrated microphones, a 1 GB SD card and a built-in camera with 640 x 480 pixels. Us

Tobii Communicator

Tobii Communicator is a communicator program that is designed for use by individuals with communication or speech disabilities who communicate using a computer. Communicator facilitates communication through either text or symbols. For users that communicate with text, there is an onscreen keyboard that can be shifted between QWERTY, ABC or scan-optimized layouts, and communication is further supported by built-in grammar functions, dictionaries and word and phrase prediction tools. User can add

Tobii S32 Scan

The Tobii S32 Scan is a direct selection or scanning communicator and environmental control unit designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or severe physical disabilities and autism. The user plays pre-recorded, digitized speech messages through direct selection by touching pictures or symbols in a grid or scene. The S32 Scan also supports linear step scanning, row/column/row scanning and random scanning at eight speeds. The case is made of plastic with rubber edges. The unit

Tobii S32 Touch

The Tobii S32 Touch is a direct selection communicator and environmental control unit designed for use by individuals with communication, speech, or severe physical disabilities and autism. The user plays pre-recorded, digitized speech messages through direct selection by touching pictures or symbols in a grid or scene. The case is made of plastic with rubber edges. The unit comes with six grids (keyguards) with 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 or 32 keys. Up to 192 overlays can be recorded with over 60 hours of

Tobii Sono Key

The Tobii Sono Key is an on screen keyboard program designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities. Specifically, it is designed for literate users as an add-on for the Tobii Communicator software. On-screen keyboard layouts are changeable among ABC, QWERTY and keyboard layouts optimized for eye control, and the keyboard also features oversized buttons. Sono Key supports various input methods, including direct selection by click or touch, selection with adjusted dwell

Tobii Sono Lexis

The Tobii Sono Lexis is a symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities. It is intended to be used as an add-on for the Tobii Communicator software package and is designed for users without literacy skills to build their own sentences word by word. Sono Lexis is based on visual recognition of symbols that represent words, phrases and categories. The system combines motor memory learning by navigation architecture with the Fitzgerald Key,

Tobii Sono Scribe

The Tobii Sono Scribe is a word prediction program designed for use by individuals with speech and communication disabilities. Specifically, it is designed for literate users as an add-on for the Tobii Communicator software. The system enhances typing speeds through word and phrase prediction using a library of over 1,300 of the most frequently used words and phrases in English, 18,000 topical/grammatical word predictions, and standard dictionaries of 5,000 to 50,000 words. Users can adapt the w

Tobii Symbolmate

Tobii SymbolMate is a symbolic language picture creation program designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities and autism. This software has a large set of pre-designed templates for the creation of communication pages and boards for static augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) static devices. The templates include pages for a wide range of communication devices (not limited to Tobii), calendars, activities, schedules and storyboards. Additional templates are availab

Toby Tracheasaurus Plush Toy & Toby Tracheasaurus Puppet

The Toby Tracheasaurus Plush Toy and and Toby Tracheasaurus Puppet are educational toys designed for use with children with tracheostomies. Both the plush toy and the puppet come with a Shiley tracheostomy tube and a Passy-Muir Speaking Valve (see separate entry) to provide therapists and caregivers with an introduction to therapy for children with tracheostomies and facilitate vocalization.

Toby Tracheasaurus Speech Therapy Forms

The Toby Tracheasaurus Speech Therapy Forms are designed to assist children through the process of tracheotomy surgery and speech therapy afterwards by using a dinosaur illustration (who has had a tracheostomy) to relate their experiences. The forms include an Appointment Card ($4 per pad of 25 cards) to help children remember their appointments; a Therapy Agreement ($6 per pad of 25) to help the child set goals between the child and the therapist; Homework forms ($6 per pad of 25) that serve as

Tokyo Artificial Larynx

The Tokyo Speech Aid is a breath-powered artificial larynx designed for use by persons who have had laryngectomies. A cup about the size of a quarter fits over the stoma and conducts the lung wind to a unit containing a rubber diaphragm. This diaphragm vibrates, generating a tone which is then conducted through a tube into the user's mouth. The user articulates this tone into speech with the normal movements of the mouth and tongue. The tone can be pitched upwards into a ladies voice and down to

Told-P:4: Test Of Language Development-Primary — Fourth Edition

The Test of Language Development-Primary: Fourth Edition (TOLD-P:4) is a language development assessment test designed for use in identifying children with communication disabilities. This test assesses spoken language in young children. Professionals can use it to (1) identify children who are significantly below their peers in oral language proficiency, (2) determine their specific strengths and weaknesses in oral language skills, (3) document their progress in remedial programs, and (4) measu

Tombow Zoom Pen

The Zoom Pen is an easy grasp pen designed for use by individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, or other hand disabilities. This pen has an extra-large barrel with a faceted graspping area. COLOR: Black or silver.

Toolkit Voice Software For The Speech-Impaired

Toolkit is a software program that is designed to help the speech-impaired communicate with others. Unlike most software programs for the speech-impaired which ignore the fact that persons with speech-impairment still have a voice, this software program records the individual’s voice and deciphers the user’s words or translates the user’s pronunciation into understandable speech. It then may be played back on a smartphone or a tablet. This program is still being tested in Israel and Europe. Its

Tools For Selecting Appropriate Learning Media (Models 6-01501-00, L-01501-00, & 8-01501-00)

Tools for Selecting Appropriate Learning Media is a manual designed for use in the evaluation of the braille reading readiness of students who are blind or have low vision. It is designed to help parents, teachers, and administrators make decisions concerning students' use of braille, print, or both as their primary reading media or medium. It is a more detailed extension of Print and Braille Literacy: Selecting Appropriate Learning Media (see separate entry). It is available in braille (model 6

Topaz Desktop Video Magnifier

The Topaz Desktop Video Magnifier is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device magnifies objects and printed matter from 2 to 70 times the actual size on a 19-inch monitor. The camera is forward-mounted and a laser pointer helps position the item on the table. The system is available with a 17-inch or 19-inch LCD screen; a 15-inch or 17-inch CRT monitor; or in a camera-only model. All models have user-selectable screen color modes: full color; black on white; enhanced black on

Touch & Talk Speech Communication And Therapy Software

Touch & Talk Speech Communication and Therapy Software is a direct selection and keyboard communication program designed for use by individuals with communication, neurological, or speech disabilities, stroke, autism, ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), apraxia, or muscular dystrophy. The user clicks, taps, types, or points to words or phrases on the screen and clicks the speak button for spoken narration with either a male or female voice. Word and phrase lists can be customized. The progr

Touch And Feel Books

Variety of touch and feel books for children. Adventure stories have accompanying pictures with moving parts and a variety of textures and materials.

Touch And Tell (Model 6-44670-00)

Touch and Tell, model 6-44670-00, is a set of tactile books designed for use in preparing children who are blind or have low vision to learn braille. These braille reading readiness books consist of three volumes with tactile pages. Volumes I and II introduce the child to embossed hands and geometric forms, while Volume III introduces the child to braille dots. The three tactile volumes come with an instructional booklet in regular print.

Touch N Talk

Security system allows door to be answered through intercom at door using telephone at home, or remotely from telephones at other locations. Touch N Talk control switch is connected to your phone and to a speaker at your door. Easy installation directions included. Life time warranty.

Touch N' Talk Ii Pro

The Touch N' Talk II Pro is an emergency alert system designed for use by seniors or individuals with balance, mobility, or neurological disabilities or who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a base unit, one pendant with two rechargeable batteries, belt clip, necklace lanyard, wrist strap, four rechargeable batteries for battery backup, power adapter cord, instructions, and a telephone cord. The Touch N' Talk II Pro system provides two-way speakerphone communication throug

Touch pad Braille - InsideOne

The Touch pad Braille – InsideOne is designed for individuals who are blind or low-vision. The device is an adapted tablet combining braille, vocal, and tactile technology in one device. The set is no larger than a sheet of paper and includes a 32-cell braille array integrated into a tactile surface in wand. The touch pad braille is made of gorilla glass and the shell is made of anodized aluminum, guaranteeing optimal durability of the device. 

Touch Phone Attachment

Giant push button telephone adapter has white numbers on black background. Attaches with adhesive pads to most touch phones. Plastic.

Touch The Invisible Sky

Touch the Invisible Sky, by Noreen Grice, Simon Steel, and Doris Daou, is a braille, large print, and tactile graphics book designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This 60-page book contains color images of nebulae, stars, galaxies, and telescopes. Space images are based on observatons in visible and non-visible wavelengths (radio waves, x-rays, gamma rays, and ultraviolet). Each space image is embossed with transparent lines, bumps, and other textures to define details

Touch The Universe: A Nasa Braille Book Of Astronomy

Touch the Universe: A NASA Braille Book of Astronomy, by Noreen Grice, is a braille science book designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The book includes 14 pages of photos taken by the Hubble Space Telescope, with a combination of Braille and large-print captions on facing pages. The book is embossed with shapes that represent various astronomical objects such as stars, gas clouds, and jets of matter streaming into space. Starting at Earth, it proceeds through the sol

Touch Turner.

Touch Turner is a device that holds books and magazines, turning the pages automatically. Once a book is placed on the stand, the user can turn the pages simply by activating a single or dual switch. Activating the switch causes electrically powered turning arms to turn one page at a time. Three models of Touch Turner are available: one that turns pages of hardcover books and magazines in one direction (single switch), one that turns pages of hardcover books and magazines in either direction (du

Touch-N-Type Stick (Model 32300)

The Touch-N-Type Stick, Model 32300, is a typing stick designed for use by people with limited manual dexterity who type using a stick or pointer. The stick had an adjustable length flex comfort handle and a plastisol tip. DIMENSIONS: 12 inches long. WARRANTY: The manufacturer warrants this product against defects in workmanship and materials for 90 days from the date of purchase.

Touchables

Touchables is a large button dialing aid designed to fit over the buttons of an existing touch tone phone to assist individuals with low vision or poor manual dexterity. This telephone keypad accessory has large keys with large-type letters and numbers. The unit fits directly over a standard model phones, and is secured to the phone with double-sided tape. COLOR: White numbers on black keys.

TouchChat - AAC

TouchChat - AAC is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. TouchChat - AAC gives an individual the ability to navigate through page sets and speak mess

Touchchat - Lite

TouchChat - Lite is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone or iPod Touch to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. TouchChat - Lite gives an individual the ability to navigate through page sets and create text messages. Page

TouchChat AAC With Wordpower

TouchChat AAC with WordPower is a voice output direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning, developmental or speech disabilities, or autism. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. TouchChat AAC with WordPower gives an individual the ability to navigate throug

Touchtec Multi-Function Capacitive Touch Screen Mouth Stick

The TouchTec Multi-function Capacitive Touch Screen Mouth Stick is a mouthstick for a touchscreen or tablet computer designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, or severe physical disabilities. This lightweight mouthstick allows the user to work, create or navigate on all devices with a touchscreen with his or her mouth. The mouthstick can be operated with light pressure, even at extreme angles. The device comes with two replaceable mouth bites made of

Towards Independence Intellikeys Bundle

The Towards Independence IntelliKeys Bundle is a vocabulary tutorial program and keytop overlay set designed for use with children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. The set includes the Picture Cue Dictionary, First Money, Making Change, Spending Money, WordWise, and Looking for Words software from Attainment Company (see separate entries) on a Macintosh/ Windows CD-ROM and the appropriate IntelliKeys (see separate entry) overlays. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh or IBM an

Tpb Reader

The TPB Reader is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This software can be used to play digital talking books that meet the international DAISY standards, including those distributed by Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFB&D). Users can navigate books by page, chapter, or section. The reading voice can be sped up or slowed down. Up to 200 bookmarks can be placed in a book. Commands are entered through drop down menus or

TR2 Patient Alarm, 10/cs

The TR2 Patient Alarm, 10/cs is designed for persons with severe medical disabilities who may roll or fall from a laying down or seated position and need to be monitored, although these individuals may be otherwise mostly independent. Alarm is on after the cable is put in place and lock-and load switch is closed to hold battery sensor cables in place. Device is triggered when he switch is opened and alarm sounds. Chime or Alarm alert options. Two concealed reset buttons must be simultaneously pr

Trackerpal

TrackerPAL is a wandering patient system designed for use with individuals with Alzheimer's disease, autism Wandering, or dementia. This device has fully active global positioning (GPS) and interactive voice capability. The system covers virtually all of the United States and Canada and is monitored through a monitoring center. All voice communications with family members and the individual monitored are recorded and are kept in a WAV file for future use if needed. This system an be programmed

Trainer 2000 & Trainer 4000

The TDD Communication Trainer System is designed to train persons to use telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDDs or text telephones). The system is a "two-way" trainer which allows the users to practice receiving and sending TDD messages. The training device plugs into a wall outlet and its telephone handsets connect the TDD to the unit. This product is available in two models. The Trainer 2000 is a two handset unit ($129. 00); the Trainer 4000 is a four handset unit ($189.00). The training

Transaction Large Print Books

Transaction Large Print Books are large print books designed for use by individuals with low vision. The company offers 74 titles by such authors as Charles W. Chesnutt, Joseph Conrad, Benjamin Constant, Jose Donoso, W.E.B. DuBois, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Georgie Anne Geyer, Graham Greene, Irving Louis Horowitz, Henry James, Nikos Kazantzakis, Bernard Malamud, Mary McCarthy, John O'Hara, George Orwell, Mary Renault, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edith Wharton, and Eugene Zamiatin. Most titles are fiction

Transend Lt

TranSend LT is a dual braille / print printing system designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The system can produce braille together with ink text on alternating lines on the same page. Ink text can be either large or small print. The system consists of a control unit, a dot matrix printer, and a braille printer. TranSend uses text files that can be created by most popular word processing programs. The system has a built-in speech synthesizer which speaks all prompts as they

Trauma Reaction Cards for Children & Adolescents

Trauma Reaction Cards for Children & Adolescents are flashcards design for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder to help them understand their reactions to trauma and stress. Good theraputic tool to assist children and adolescent. Easy to read cards are colorful and illustrated. Addresses the four domains of trauma reactions: Emotional, Cognitive, Behavioral and Physiological. To be used by qualified professionals.

Trax Play

The Trax Play is a GPS tracker GPS tracker that works with an app that can be used to track children, elderly, or people with disabilities who tend to wander off. It can be used for elderly individuals who suffer from disorienting diseases like Alzheimer’s or Dementia, or individuals with Autism, Down syndrome, or other special needs. The listens to multiple satellites and send its position, speed, and direction through the 2G cellular network directly to the App. 

Treasure Cove!

Treasure Cove! is an academic tutorial program designed to improve undersea science knowledge while building reading, thinking, and math skills for individuals who are developmentally delayed. This program aims to develop thinking skills such as analyzing facts and and drawing conclusions, and provides exposure to scientific facts and principals, especially those of ocean life. There are over 300 spoken problem solving questions and an exciting introduction help children play more easily and mot

Treasure Mountain!

Treasure Mountain! is a math and reading tutorial program designed to teach reading, thinking, math and science skills to children who are developmentally delayed. This program builds on reading comprehension and vocabulary; sorting and pattern matching; arithmetic skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; and science concepts. It also covers other skills such as work identification, object comparison and deductive thinking. Over 350 spoken questions and hints make pla

Trend Enterprises Alphabet Puzzle Set

The Trend Enterprises Alphabet Puzzle Set is designed for children ages three and up with Autism Spectrum Disorder to learn the alphabet practice early reading skills. Photos reinforce letter sounds. Format adapts to abilities and features interlocking pieces with photographs for easy recognition and retention.

Trewgrip Mobile Qwerty Keyboard

The TREWGrip mobile qwerty keyboard is a handheld rear style keyboard and air mouse for mobile technology, smart TV and desktop designed for users with carpel tunnel or grasping difficulties. The keyboard is ergonomically designed to reduce strain on users hands. The standard QWERTY key layout is split and rotated so the hands gripping TREWGrip can effectively touch-type in a mobile setting. The TREWGrip keyboard also has a gyroscope motion sensor, which can be used to control a mouse pointer. T

Tri-Glo Grips

Tri-Glo Grips are a set of 100 pen or pencil holders designed for individuals with fine motor and grasping disabilities. These grips help position the user's hand for writng. Cutouts in the grips permit finger contact with the writing implement. COLOR: Assorted bright colors.

Tri-Star Headset

The Tri-Star Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This lightweight headset offers three-point stability with support behind, on top of, and on the air. The unit can be worn on either ear and includes a choice of four earbud sizes and a tube-style microphone. OPTIONS: A noise cancelling feature is available. WARRANTY: Two years.

Triangle

Triangle is a scientific math program with voice and tactile output designed for use by students and professionals in math, science, and engineering who are blind or have low vision. It is intended to provide a workspace for reading, writing, and manipulating mathematics. It uses GS (Gardner-Salinas) braille notation, a linear notation for scientific expressions with syntax modeled on the page markup language LaTeX, which is widely used by professional scientists and mathematicians. GS symbols t

Trifold Display Board (Models 032035 & 032082)

The Trifold Display Board is a communication board designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This self-standing board has three sections with Velcro-receptive fabric on the front and back, making a total of six surfaces on which Velcro backed pictures, words, or symbols can be placed. The user points to these words or symbols to comunicate a message. SIZES: Regular (model 032035) or Large (model 032082). DIMENSIONS (LxW): Each of the six sufaces is 12 x 16 inc

Trigo Grips

The TriGo Grips are pencil holders designed for use by individuals with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. Molded for use by right- or left-handed users, these grips have a unique design which aids in proper finger positioning while allowing the fingers to touch the pencil or pen.

Trisoft Contoured Triangle Grips

The TriSoft Contoured Triangle Grips are pencil holders designed for use by individuals with fine motor and other upper extremity disabilities. These bulb-shaped soft plastic grips slip on to any standard size pen or pencil and have three sides for finger placement. This design provides comfortable finger positioning and prevents the writing utensil from rolling. The textured surface provides tactile cues to the fingertips.

Triview Magnifier (Models Tv-15 & Tv-36)

The TriView Magnifier, models TV-15 and TV-36, is a folding loupe magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This pocket-sized magnifier features three 1.2-inch diameter glass lenses. On model TV-36, each lens provides 3X magnification. Use two lenses together to make 6X magnification, or combine three lenses to make 9X magnification. The lenses fold out of a protective pocket that provides protection from scratches when not in use. The unit is lightweight, portable, and comes w

True Speaking Bible

The True Speaking Bible is a digital talking book with player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The player comes with the full text edition of the King James or New American Standard version of the Bible, including the Old and New Testaments read in a human voice in English and Spanish. The user can navigate from book to book, and chapter to chapter using navigation buttons. The buttons also allow the user to skip forward or backward in 15 second intervals. POWER:

Trutone Electrolarynx Kit

The TruTone Electrolarynx Kit is an electrically-powered artificial larynx designed for use by individuals who have had laryngectomies. This device is held in contact with the throat, and the intonation and pitch of the voice is controlled by varying pressure on a button on the artificial larynx. The user may vary the volume of his/her voice to levels appropriate to the size of the group to which the user is speaking. An adjustment screwdriver, oral straws and oral adaptor are included. POWER: U

Try-Rex Pencils

Try-Rex Pencils are easy grasp pencils designed for use by children and adults with upper extremity disabilities. These rounded, slightly triangular pencils assist in proper finger positioning. These pencils are available in jumbo which are large pencils with primary leads and erasers, intermediate which are standard-sized pencils with primary leads and no erasers, and regular which are standard pencils with standard leads and erasers.

Ts-Xl Table Stand Mount

The TS-XL Table Stand Mount is an accessory for mounting communication devices on tables and desks. The mount holds the device firmly and features a Quick Release Mount (QRM) for attaching any Prentke Romich communication device. The QRM can be raised or lowered to accommodate individual device size and positioning requirements. The TS-XL Table Stand Mount has an integrated anti-tip function and automatic alignment of feet for solid seating on even and uneven surfaces. Its vertical bar folds dow

Tty / V Address Book

Address book features ASL handshapes and special boxes to indicate TDD or voice. For home and business phones. Red.

Tty Screener Ii

The TTY Screener II is a TDD monitoring system designed to eliminate voice calls and allow only incoming TTY calls for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The TTY screener detects the first ring when a call comes in and responds to the caller in a TTY message. If there is no response to the message after four seconds, the unit sends a voice message explaining to the hearing caller how to make contact with the voice relay. DIMENSIONS: 1.5 x 3.5 x 5.5 inches.

Turbo Ear

Turbo Ear is a personal amplification system designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This micro-sized amplifier can be used in conversations, meetings, classrooms, or to hear movies or television. Features include high/low frequencies, adjustable volume, a mini earplug, and a belt-clip. POWER: Uses one triple-A battery. The unit is equipped with a built-in indicator light. DIMENSIONS: 2 13/16 x 1 9/16 x 5/8 inches. WARRANTY: 90-day warranty.

Turn-Alarm (Models 252, 262, U-1, & U-2)

The Turn-Alarm is a turn signal alert device designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. Models 252 and 262 are designed to replace the existing turn signal flashers and are recommended for use in motor homes, vehicles towing trailers and fifth wheels, and vehicles with replacable turn signal flashers. With the device installed, an audible beep is heard as long as the turn signal is on. The unit beeps in the same intervals that the flashers flash. Model 262 has a larger heavy-duty

Turtle and Rabbit

Turtle and Rabbit is a tactile book designed for children with low vision. A retelling of the classic tale about the race between the tortoise and the hare. The tactile illustrations allow the child to follow the progress of the race by tracking from left to right along the raised lines of Turtle and Rabbit. Includes a storyboard and symbols for retelling the story.

Tvi Colour

The TVi Colour is a closed circuit television (CCTV) video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It can be used to magnify text or photos. It consists of a control box and a small TV camera in an ergonomic, handheld "mouse." The camera incorporates a zoom lens which allows the level of magnification to be altered without refocussing. The magnified image is displayed on a standard television in high contrast black-on-white or white-on-black for text, or in full-color photo mo

Twenty Categories

Twenty Categories is cognitive skills tutorial program designed to provide practice in using categorization skills through the use of multiple choice questions for children and adults with language learning, developmental, severe physical, visual or hearing disabilities, or autism, as well as adults with traumatic brain injury or aphasia. Three hundred nouns in 20 categories are contained on two disks. The questions train categorization concepts in three ways: Inclusion: Category to Noun, Inclus

Twin Lux Led 8D

The Twin Lux LED 8D is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for people with low vision. This magnifier features ergonomically designed inclined viewing for comfortable reading. The Twin Lux LED 8D magnifies 4.4 times original size using two aspherical lenses. It is equipped with a 4-chip SMD light emitting diode (LED) to provide high contrast lighting. The Twin Lux LED 8D is available in three lighting temperatures: 2700K, 4500K and 6000K. The magnifier’s frame is coated with an antiba

Twin Talk & Twin Talk And Play (Models 1401 & 1402)

Twin Talk, model 1401 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, cognitive, and communication disabilities. Designed as a precursor and trainer before more complicated communicators are introduced, this unit enables two 10-second messages to be recorded, played back, and re recorded by pressing either of the two plates. Pictures, words, or symbols (not included) can be attached to the plate switches to identify the messages. The unit features a remov

Twin Talk Communicator (Model 1405) & Twin Talk And Play (Model 1406)

The Twin Talk Communicator is designed for use with children with communication disabilities. This device can be used as a training system, to communicate needs, and make simple choices. These units enable two ten-second messages to be recorded and played back. A flexible figuration enables pictures, symbols, or words to be attasched to the large activation pads to identify messages. Clear plastic covers protect the message identifier. Both models have interchangeable center dividers which allow

Twist & Shout Phonics

Twist & Shout Phonics is an educational toy designed for use by children between the ages of four and seven with cognitive or learning disabilities. Designed to teach and quiz letters, phonics, and spelling, as well as helping to build vocabulary, this self-contained talking tube-shaped unit offers four games and appealing music. Game one teaches letters and phonic sounds to a funky beat. Game two quizzes children on what they have learned, requiring them to press a button to select the corr

Two Choice Communication Board.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Direct selection communicator device consists of 2 boxes that light up. Each is connected to a separate switch. An object is placed in each box. The child indicates his or her choice by activating the switch which lights the corresponding box. For a child who is beginning to understand language this device can be used to answer questions related to simple object identification. Made of 2 boxes about 5-8 inches square and 4-5 inches deep, two 6 volt lig

Two Way Voice System (Models 8000 & 8500)

The Two Way Voice System is an emergency alert system designed for use in assisted living or skilled nursing facilities. The system includes a table top (model 8000) or wall-mounted (model 8500) base unit that connects to a telephone line, and a wireless transmitter pendant that can be worn by the user. Pressing a button on the pendant activates the base unit, which automatically calls up to six telephone numbers and plays a recorded emergency message. A voice message identifies the caller and t

Type & Write

The Type & Write is a notebook/laptop computer support designed for use by individuals with neck or back pain. This laptop support also serves as a writing stand. Made of hand-finished lightweight cottonwood and equipped with non-scratch rubber feet, this stand folds flat when not in use.

Typeinbraille

TypeInBraille is a braille input program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables a person to type words into an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad in braille rather than using the standard touchscreen keyboard. TypeInBraille allows the user to indicate a braille character through specific finger taps that designate which of the two dots in each of the character’s three rows are raised (e.g. left, right, both or none). The program also al

Typewriting For Blind Students: Teacher Kit (Model 1-08880-00) & Student Kit (Model 1-08970-00)

Typewriting for Blind Students is a recorded typing instruction program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This instructional program is recorded on four-track cassettes that run at 15/16 inches per second (ips). The lessons teach typewriter keyboard fingering and help students develop speed and accuracy. The Student Kit, model 00-08970-00, has lessons designed for students working at their own rate, while the Teacher Kit, model 1-08880-00, also has lessons designe

Typoscope

CUSTOM ADAPTATIONPURPOSE: To aid a person who is blind or has low vision in writing checks. Unwanted x-ray film or plastic from an old notebook or portfolio cover is cut with a craft knife on a cutting board. To make a check writing guide, cover a check with tracing paper and draw rectangles around the sections the person will need to write in. If the person can make a signature but cannot print legibly, trace the signature area only. Tape the tracing paper over a sheet of plastic cut to the siz

Typoscope Reading And Writing Guide

The Typoscope is a black plastic reading and writing guide for individuals who have low vision or other visual disabilities. It functions as a masking device that blocks the glare from the page. It can also be used as a reading training guide. DIMENSIONS: Measures 5 by 3.5 inches with an opening 4 by 0.5 inches.

U-Lam

U-LAM (Universal Language Activity Monitor) is a data collection program designed for use with users of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) devices. This personal computer (PC) software facilitates the collection of language samples from older and lower level AAC systems that do not include the LAM feature. It can also be used with AAC systems that include a built-in LAM feature. It records the time and content of language events. Language events can be recorded either through the P

UbiDuo 2 Wireless

The UbiDuo 2 Wireless is a communication device that enables deaf/hard-of-hearing individuals and hearing individuals to communicate with each other face-to-face without an interpreter. This portable, wireless stand-alone device facilitates simultaneous face-to-face communication by means of two displays and two keyboards. The unique patented hinge technology holds the two halves securely in place for easy transportation, and allows them to be separated for use in a variety of settings. The stan

Ultimate 8 (Model 28020)

The Ultimate 8, model 28020, is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This portable device utilizes digitized speech and offers direct selection of eight, four-second messages. Messages are recalled by touching the corresponding space on the keypad and overlays may be inserted for message identification. This device also offers built-in switch access for four messages. Other standard features include an on/off switch, message retention

Ultimate American Sign Language Dictionary

The Ultimate American Sign Language Dictionary is a sign language dictionary designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. All instructions and information on the CD-ROM are provided in ASL, as well as in text and audio. Drawings of all signs are also included. Words can be obtained by typing the words in English or describing them pictorially in ASL. "Spell check" is available for English words and "parameter check" for ASL words. Words, their part of speech, and their defini

Ultimate Writing And Creativity Center

The Ultimate Writing and Creativity Center is a word processor program designed to offer features that guide users through the five stages of writing for individuls who are developmenatally delayed. The full featured word processor enables children to create high quality reports, storybooks, newsletters, journals, and signs. Other features include Picture Place, where children are offered drawing and painting tools to illustrate their stories; Presentation Program, sllows children to play their

Ultra Bright 4 Inch LED Desktop Dome Magnifier with 5x Magnification-Large Viewing Area

The Ultra Bright 4 Inch LED Desktop Dome Magnifier with 5x Magnification-Large Viewing Area is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The dome provides greater clarity and durability than lesser materials. The stand which holds the jumbo sized dome shaped glass is set at the perfect height to obtain the focus needed. The super bright LED lights fully illuminate the viewing area for easy visual recognition. Additionally, the dome helps increase the illumination of the visual provides br

Ultra Bright 4-Inch Desktop Dome Magnifier with 5X Magnification

The Ultra Bright 4-Inch Desktop Dome Magnifier with 5X Magnification is designed for use by individuals with low vision. The dome is crystal clear image and distortion free viewing. It provides greater clarity and durability than lesser materials. The stand which holds the jumbo sized dome shaped glass is set at the perfect height to obtain the focus needed for whatever the user is viewing. The super bright LED lights fully illuminate the viewing area for easy visual recognition.

Ultraclear Sound Shaping Emergency Connect Telephone (Model Cs-Csc50-Er)

The UltraClear Sound Shaping Emergency Connect Telephone, model CS-CSC50-ER, is an amplifier telephone and an emergency alert system designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This system includes a desktop telephone with a wristwatch-style remote control. In the event of an emergency, the user presses a button on the wrist control to remote-dial up to six emergency contact numbers. The telephone has 50+ decibels amplification, UltraClear sound shaping tone control, a strob

Ultrasilent

UltraSilent is a telecommunication program system designed sized, scripted, and designed for installation to an organization's telephone switching system (PBX). The UltraSilent automatically interacts with text telephone (TT, TTY, or TDD) callers inthe same fashion as an interactive call processing system for the hearing caller, providing direct access to the same functionality of automated telephone systems as that enjoyed by the hearing. A text telephone caller "sees" the menu choices on the T

Ultratec Superprint 4425

The Ultratec Superprint 4425 is a teletypewriter (TTY) device allows users who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech-impairment to be able to communicate by typing and sending messages. Features include: screen notifications when a TTY unit a users is calling is ringing or busy; a programmable auto-answer feature to take messages when a user is unavailable; a built-in 24-character printer with three selectable print sizes; 32k memory for storing memos, conversations and telephone numbers; fun

Ulverscroft Large Print Books, Linford Large Print Books, & Charnwood Large Print Books

Ulverscroft, Linford, and Charnwood Large Print Books feature enlarged text for persons with low vision. Charnwood Ulverscroft titles include authors in all categories of fiction and non-fiction in a hard cover format. Ulvercroft Classics include authors such as Jane Austen, the Bronte sisters, Louisa M. Alcott, and William Shakespeare. Linford titles include books in the Linford Romance, Linford Mystery, and Linford Western series.

Unabridged Audiobooks From Recorded Books, Llc

Unabridged Audiobooks from Recorded Books, LLC are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Books are recorded by professional actors and are unabridged. Titles are published under various imprints, including Griot Audio (contemporary African American titles), Pimsleur Language Program (foreign language training), LoneStar Audio (Texas authors), Development (business and personal success), Romantic Sounds (romance), Inspirational, Clipper Audio (British ti

UNI

UNI is a two-way communication tool for the deaf using gesture and speech technology to facilitate two way communication. Technology detects hand and finger gestures with its specialized camera algorithm and converts the hand and finger gestures to text in very short time to provide meaning of a given sign language.

Unimanual Perkins Brailler (Model 22-0101-0)

The Unimanual Perkins Brailler, model 22-0101-0, is a manual braille writer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision and who can use only one hand. This sturdy, portable machine has the features of the Standard Perkins Brailler (see separate entry) along with the ability to produce braille with only one hand. The keys for dots 1, 2, and 3 remain in a locked position until dots 4, 5, and 6 are added or the spacebar is depressed. This braille writer can emboss 25 lines with

Uniphone 1140

The Uniphone 1140 is a a combination text telephone (TT or telecommunications device for the deaf, TTY/TDD) and standard telephone with voice carry over designed to enable persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and hearing individuals to use the same telephone. The unit is compact and features a display so that persons with hearing disabilities but enough speech to converse can speak directly to the party they are calling and read the responses as text. Other features include a standard hearing

Unisonic Phone (Model 110846)

Giant push button phone with easy touch, specially designed high tech keyboard. Attaches directly to wall plate or use on desk. Tone/pulse switchable; electronic I.C. ringer, hi-lo volume control; last number redial, on tone or pulse; fully modular; electronic hold; mute feature; special high voltage protection circuitry, pull out memory auto dialer index. Hearing aid compatible. Black background with large white numerals.

Unitact

Unitact is a tactile communication bracelet. It is designed by individuals who are deaf or have hearing loss. It includes functions to help the user get up through a vibrating alarm, and functions to aid communication between team mates and loved ones. It allows the user to customize the vibrations. The user can set up up to four vibrating messages for each activity. 

Unity

Unity is a direct selection communicator program and a cognitive skills and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by persons with communication or cognitive disabilities. The Minispeak application program is a vocabulary program for use with Prentke Romich communication devices (see separate entries). The vocabulary is pre-selected and pre-stored; the icons have already been chosen to represent the vocabulary and the overlay has been arranged in a logical array. Vocabulary is divided into

Universal BTE Rechargeable Hearing Aid Kit

The Universal BTE Rechargeable Hearing Aid Kit is a voice clarifying over-ear amplifier designed for individuals who are hearing-impaired. It includes advanced microchip detects incoming sound levels and provides continuous volume regulation. Noise-free setting filters out low-frequency background interference, making spoken words clearly audible. The microphone picks up sounds with a frequency range from 1,200-1,600Hz, the amplifier provides optimal sound levels to a maximum 25dB gain, ideal fo

Universal Cuff.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Hand held page turner and cuff for quadriplegic with use of arms but not hands. Page turner and cuff made with open double canvas. Canvas is sewed together forming a casing. One end is left open to allow a stick to be inserted. A flattened piece of surgical tubing approximately 3/4 inch long is taped to the end of the stick. Canvas casing can then be fashioned into a loop, through which the hand can fit, and fastened with wire. Includes photographs. SK

Universal Reader Plus

Universal Reader Plus is a voice output and optical character recognition (OCR) program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. The program reads e-mail, MS Word documents, and web pages aloud with or without a view window that shows the text being read, highlighting each word as it is spoken. The user can change the font, font size, and foreground and background color in the view window. Documents are read only when the user selects them. The p

Universal Sound Signaler (Model Uss360)

The Universal Sound Signaler, model USS360, is designed to convert sound to flashing lights or vibration for individuals who have hearing disabilities. When placed near the sound source, the device converts any sound such as an alarm clock, telephone, baby cry, etc., to flashing lights or vibration. The unit features a built-in plug for a light or bed vibrator and it can transmit a signal to be used with remote receivers (not included) in other rooms. POWER: Plugs into a standard alternating cur

Universal Square Handset

The Universal Square Handset is a handset amplifier designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The hearing-aid compatible unit is compatible with most standard and electronic telephones and amplifies the incoming voice at least three times above normal listening volumes. This handset included volume control. OPTIONS: A noise canceling feature is available.

Universal Telephone Alert

The Universal Telephone Alert is a telephone signal indicator designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This device alerts the user to incoming telephone calls through a variety of signaling options including horn, bell, chime, or vibrating chime. Other features include a loud electronic ringer and volume control. The unit can be plugged into an ordinary analog jack. It comes with a waterproof case and can be used indoors or out. POWER: Uses power from phone line. COLOR: Gray.

Universal Telephone Alert (Model Uta-1)

The Universal Telephone Alert, model UTA-1, is a telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are hard of hearing. This high volume telephone ringer offers four selectable sounds (horn, bell, vibrating chime, or single chime). Volume ranges from 94 to 107 decibels (dB) at three feet (one meter), depending on voltage and sound type selected. The ringer has a 109 dB piezo speaker with tamper resistant volume control, and is equipped with a weather resistant backbox for optional outdoor use

Universal Telephone Alert With Strobe (Model Uta-Wh-Vps)

The Universal Telephone Alert with Strobe, model UTA-WH-VPS, is a flashing telephone signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This telephone ringer has a high intensity 15-candela flashing strobe light for visual signaling, and a high volume ringer with four selectable sounds (horn, bell, vibrating chime, or single chime). Volume ranges from 94 to 109 decibels (dB) at three feet (one meter), depending on voltage and sound type selected. The ringer has a 109 dB piez

Universal Telephone Headset

The Universal Telephone Headset is a telephone headset designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. Designed for use with single- or multi-line phones, this unit includes a volume control, a mute/hold button, and a headset/handset selector switch. POWER: Uses two double-A batteries. DIMENSIONS: The headset cord is 80 inches long.

Universally Compatible Amplified Handset

The Universally Compatible Amplified Handset is a designed to increase incoming ans outgoing telephone volumes for individuals who are hard of hearing. The unit is equipped with a modular cord to enable replacement of the existing handset. Other standard features include fingertip volume control and an interface box. POWER: Uses an alternating current (AC) adapter (included).

Upright Take N' Talk (Models 8709, 8709-L, & 8709-A)

The Upright Take N' Talk is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. This device is in an upright configuration and is equipped with four square icon holders attached with Velcro. Removing or replacing the holder activates the corresponding messge. Model 8709 is the standard four-message version with five seconds of recording time per message.Mode 8709-L has 12 levels with six seconds of recording time per message. Model 8709-A is an age ap

Urgentys

The Urgentys GPS bracelet is a personal location finder and wandering patient system designed for use in residential and institutional settings with people who have autism, Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other cognitive disabilities that may cause wandering. The Urgentys system is a wireless transmitter and locator worn on the wrist with a lockable security wristband or worn a belt. The unit uses GPS and GSM positioning to determine the wearer's location and transmits that location to the bas

Using A Telephone

Using a Telephone is a telephone skills training system designed to teach people with cognitive disabilities how to place local and long distance phone calls, how to call community services, and how to make calls from pay phones. The complete program includes an instruction manual, five directories, and 15 certificates of completion. OPTIONS: Set of five directories ($21.95) and a set of fifteen certificates ($2.95).

Using the Cranmer Abacus for the Blind (Models 4-27110-00 & 6-50100-00)

"Using the Cranmer Abacus for the Blind," by Gissoni, is a Cranmer abacus instruction book designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It is available in a braille edition, no. 6-50100-00, and a large print edition, no. 4-27110-00.

Vacuum Wand

The Vacuum Wand is a mouthstick designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities, spinal cord injury, and severe physical disabilities. Made of aluminum and plastic, this device is designed for turning book or magazine pages. Features include a suction cup tip and two interchangeable ends that can be cut to the desired length. DIMENSIONS: The shaft is 18 inches long.

Vantage Triple Folding Pocket Magnifier

The Vantage Triple Folding Pocket Magnifier is designed for use by persons with low vision. This pocket-sized magnifier features three glass lenses in a black frame, with 5x, 10x, and 15x magnification. The lenses swing out of a protective holder.

Vari-Tone (Model 41013)

The Vari-Tone is telephone signal amplifier designed to amplify the ringer for individuals who are hard of hearing. It has three audio frequency ranges, ringer volume control, 500 Hz nominal tone output and integral modular jack for easy installation. Also included is a six foot hard wired line cord.

Variable Position Scanner

The Variable Position Scanner is a scanning communication training aid with six positions. The instructor activates the automatic scanning mode, and the lights for each position light sequentially until the student activates a single switch. The instructor must then restart the scanning. The Variable Position Scanner may be configured to scan three, four or six positions by turning a selector switch. Any desired symbols may be placed in each of the positions. The Variable Position Scanner is des

Vast Autism 1-Core

VAST Autism 1-Core is is a speech training program and an oral motor skills training program designed for use by people with speech or communication disabilities, autism or apraxia and by occupational and speech therapists working with people with these disabilities. This application (or app) combines the concept of video modeling with written words and auditory cues to help individuals acquire relevant words, phrases and sentences. VAST Autism's mirror feature promotes oral motor sequencing and

Vast Songs 1 - Intro

VAST Songs 1 – Intro is a speech training program and an oral motor skills training program designed for use by people with speech or communication disabilities, autism or apraxia and by occupational and speech therapists working with people with these disabilities. This application (or app) allows a person to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to facilitate and improve communication abilities. The app comes with a user guide and the following 10 songs: Happy Birthday, Row Your Boat, Twi

Vasttx - Key Words

VASTtx – Key Words is a speech training program and an oral motor skills training program designed for use by people with speech or communication disabilities, autism or apraxia and by occupational and speech therapists working with people with these disabilities. This application (or app) allows a person to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to learn and practice the basic motor speech patterns necessary to produce all of the consonant phonemes. The user can see close-up VAST videos of

Vasttx - Therapy Samples

VASTtx – Therapy Samples is a speech training program and an oral motor skills training program designed for use by people with speech or communication disabilities, autism or apraxia and by occupational and speech therapists working with people with these disabilities. This application (or app) allows a person to use their Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to facilitate oral motor skills development. The app provides a selection of VAST videos which illustrate simultaneous visual and auditory in

Vega

The Vega GPS bracelet is a personal location finder and wandering patient system designed for use in residential and institutional settings with people who have autism, Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other cognitive disabilities that may cause wandering. The Vega system is composed of two units - a wireless transmitter and locator worn on the wrist with a lockable security wristband, and a radio frequency base station. The wrist unit uses GPS and GSM positioning to determine the wearer's loca

Venti-Voice

Venti-Voice is a speaking aid designed for people dependent upon a ventilator. The user activates a flow of gas with a hand-held switch or a magnetic forehead switch (if lacking necessary muscle control). The gas flows to a tone generator; sound waves are produced and transmitted to a nasal or intraoral tube. The tone from this tube is articulated into speech. The system can also operate independent of a ventilator. DIMENSIONS: 5 x 4 x 2 inches. WEIGHT: 1 pound.

Verb Cards

Verb Cards are photo cards designed for use with children with cognitive and communication disabilities. This set of 35 cards can be used for reading skill development or communication and provides clear full-color photographs of children engaged in familiar activiities such as throwing balls, brushing hair, eating a popsicle, and more. DIMENSIONS: 4.5 x 5 inches

Verbal Victor

Verbal Victor is a direct selection communicator and voice output program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities. This application, or app, enables an Apple iPad to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The user associates actions with pictures of objects he or she is familiar with such as his or her bed, swing or toys and accompanied vocal output to express wan

Verilux Easy Read Natural Spectrum Illuminated Magnfier

The Verilux Easy Read Natural Spectrum Illuminated Magnifier is a portable hand magnifying lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. Designed with a solid metal frame and optical-quality glass, this magnifier is helpful for seeing details on maps or projects. Features include 12 super bright Natural Spectrum LED lights that provide even illuminated without glare to highlight the smallest detail, high or low light operation from an ergonomically positioned switch, and an optical quali

Verses From The Bible

Verses from the Bible is a large print book designed for individuals with cognitive disabilities, Alzheimer's disease, and low vision. This book offers high-contrast Christian-themed stained glass illustrations and a selection of favorite Bible verses in very large print.

VES Autofocus Telescope (Model VES-AF)

The VES Autofocus Telescope, model VES-AF, is a binocular magnifier for eyeglasses designed for use by individuals with low vision. Its four-times power lenses are automatically focused to magnify objects from infinity to as close as 12 inches. The telescope is worn attached to the top of an eyeglass frame, which also contains the wearer's regular eyeglass prescription. POWER: Uses rechargeable battery in separate battery pack.

Vibra-Call System

Vibra-Call is a telephone and doorbell signal system designed to alert deaf or deaf-blind persons to a variety of audio household stimuli. The user wears a small receiver unit that vibrates in response to a signal from any of several transmitters around the house or workplace. The user then presses each of the four push-button switches on the top panel of the receiver; this causes the receiver to revibrate to indicate which transmitter was activated. The system can be used with one receiver and

Vibrating Personal Pager

The Vibrating Personal Pager is a tactile paging system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This wireless system permits person-to-person paging or notification of the ringing of a doorbell or telephone within a 100-foot range. The compact, lightweight system is available with a choice of a push-button transmitter or a sound-activated transmitter. POWER: Battery operated.

Vibrating Personal Pager

The Vibrating Personal Pager is a tactile paging system for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, or individuals without disabilities who prefer a silent page signal. This wireless, battery-operated system consists of a small vibrating receiver and a choice of two different transmitters. It will work up to a range of about 100 feet both indoors and out, and through most barriers such as walls and doors. One transmitter is activated by a Push-Button ($79.95), the other by Sound ($89.95), s

Vibrating Personal Pager

The Vibrating Personal Pager is a tactile paging system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This wireless system permits person-to-person paging or notification of the ringing of a doorbell or telephone within a 100-foot range. The compact, lightweight system is available with a choice of a push-button transmitter or a sound-activated transmitter. POWER: Uses 2 double-A batteries. WARRANTY: One year.

Vibrating Personal Pager (Models 8001 & 8001A)

The Vibrating Personal Pager, model 8001, is a paging system designed for use by individuals with communication or mobility disabilities. This wireless system consists of a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter is small enough to be carried in a purse or a pocket and pressing the transmitter causes the receivcer to vibrate up to 50 feet away. Model 8001A is adapted for switch use (switch not included). POWER: Uses one 12-volt and two double-A batteries.

Vibrating Ring Extender (Model 8002)

The Vibrating Ring Extender, model 8002, is a signal amplifier designed to alert individuals with hearing disabilities to doorbells, ringing telephones, or other environmental sounds. The transmitter features an adjustable sensitivity level and causes a receiver to vibrate when a noise is detected. POWER: Requires one 12-volt and two double-A batteries.

Victor Reader Classic

Victor Reader Classic is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The Victor Reader Classic reads talking books recorded in digital format, which allows fast and easy navigation through the structure of a book. Unlike talking books on cassette, Victor Reader allows the reader to jump straight to a specific section or passage, skip from page to page, or consult the table of contents without rewinding and fast-forwarding to find a specific pas

Victor Reader Classic Plus With Recording

The Victor Reader Classic Plus with Recording is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This device plays digital talking books in DAISY format, with navigation by chapter, section, page, and paragraph. The player has variable speed playback with pitch compensation. Users can place multiple bookmarks and record spoken notes while reading. A Key Describer function announces the functions of each key. The device also

Victor Reader Soft

Victor Reader Soft is a software version of the Victor Reader digital talking book player (see separate entries), designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. Installed on a personal computer, Victor Reader Soft reads digital talking books from the computer's CD drive. It provides basic and advanced navigation features, including browsing the table of contents, skipping from section to section or returning quickly to a page, and inserting bookmarks to return to a spot or to mark

Victor Reader Stream

Victor Reader Stream is a handheld digital talking book and MP3 player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This DAISY, MP3, and NISO player enables the user to read and navigate through complex recorded books in DAISY format, including reference manuals, textbooks, and magazines. It can also play NLS download books and NLS book cartridges from the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, and can read books in text format such as Bookshare u

Victor Reader Stream Cd Edition

The Victor Reader Stream CD Edition is a handheld digital talking book and MP3 player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. It differs from the standard Victor Reader Stream (see separate entry) in that it does not require a PC for loading digital talking books and other content such as e-text files, music, podcasts, and voice recordings. The player comes with a CD player accessory that connects to the player via the included USB cable and can transfer DAISY books dir

Victor Reader Wave

Victor Reader Wave is a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or learning disabilities. This device plays DAISY format digital talking books, as well as MP3s and music CDs, and includes variable speed playback with auto-pitch compensation. It has a compact clamshell shape with a telephone-style keypad and tactile zones to aid users in identifying controls, and includes both audio and visual indicators for reading position (book title and sec

Vidatak E-Z Board

The Vidatak EZ Board is a communication board designed for use by medical patients who are unable to speak. This dry-erase board is two-sided. The front of the board is divided into categories such as I am, I want, I want to see, and I want to clean. Under each category is a list of words specific to that category, which the patient can point to, circle, or check. The front also includes a section of alphanumeric symbols. Attached to the front of the communication board is a pen holder and dry e

Video Sentry & Master Sentry

The Video Sentry and Master Sentry are closed circuit television security systems for homes and offices designed to allow the occupants to see who is at the door by means of a video display on a telephone console. This feature may be particularly useful to individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech disabilities and cannot use an intercom system. Cameras installed at the door(s) use infrared technology to capture images in bright daylight or complete darkness. These images are

Video Voice Speech Training System, Version 3.0

The Video Voice Speech Training System, Version 3.0 is a speech teaching software program designed for use with individuals with speech disabilities. The software provides graphic representations of vocal sounds on a color monitor. A variety of games and visual displays aid in vowel production, word articulation, pitch and volume control, duration, inflection, speaking rate, connected speech, and other elements of speech. The therapist controls the program content, reward levels, and other aspec

Videobrix Personal Video Communicator

VideoBrix is a personal video communicator designed for individuals who have a speech impediment, difficulty speaking, autism or cognitive disabilities. Records video messages or reminders for up to 90 seconds in length. The screen shows which button to press to play or record a message and has a built in camera and microphone. Features a built in magnet to attach anywhere. SIZE: 2.5 inches. BATTERY: Rechargeable with included USB cable. COLOR: White.

Videoeye Powerzoom System (Lcd System, Low Profile System, & Large Screen System)

The VideoEye PowerZoom System is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It includes the VideoEye PowerZoom magnification control box, with auto focus and focus lock, black and white and color controls, and a reverse image control; a sliding X/Y reading platform; and a display monitor. The LCD System includes a liquid crystal display (LCD) thin screen monitor with a tilt/swivel base, and the Low Profile and Large Screen Systems each include a Sony Wega color flat scree

Videolupe (Model 1657-104)

The Videolupe, model 1657-104, is a combination video magnifier and optical stand magnifier with light designed for use by individuals who have low vision. The magnifying lens provides 3X (7.6 diopter) magnification and the video magnifier provides magnification from 9X to 17.5X. The video magnifier can be connected to any television. No focusing is required. Objects are illuminated with a light emitting diode (LED) which provides unlimited bulb life. The choice of magnifying options makes it ea

Videomatic Ec-Autofocus

Videomatic EC-Autofocus is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a color CCD camera with infinitely variable magnification adjustment from approximately 4.5 to 40 times original size. Users can view magnified images in color or monochrome, and can vary background and foreground colors. Autofocus can be switched off. The monitor has an MPR II low radiation screen with anti-reflective and antistatic coating. DIMENSIONS: Screen is 17 inches diagonally.

Videomatic Md

Videomatic MD is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a monochrome black and white CCD camera with infinitely variable magnification adjustment from approximately five to 30 times original size. The monitor has an MPR II low radiation screen with anti-reflective and antistatic coating. DIMENSIONS: Screen measures 17 inches diagonally.

Videomatic S1-Vga

Videomatic S1-VGA is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It has a high resolution monochrome camera, and is designed for use with a personal computer (PC). It can also be connected directly to a VGA monitor for use as a stand-alone desktop video magnifier. The camera automatically adjusts to the graphics modes (maximum 800 x 600 pixels / 75 Hertz) of the PC's graphics card. The maximum resolution is comparable with Super VGA (SVGA) mode. Images can be displayed in

Videomatic Semi-S1

Videomatic Semi-S1 is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This system has an autofocus CCD camera that swivels for either close or distant viewing, and which can be connected to a VGA monitor or personal computer. The magnified image can be viewed in either full color or monochrome, with a selection of background and foreground colors and positive or negative display modes. Autofocus can switched on and off. Magnification ranges from approximately two to 48

Videomatic Uno

Videomatic UNO is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is a stand-alone desktop model with a TFT (thin film transistor) flat screen monitor and two cameras, for close and distance viewing. The distance camera can be used by a student to view a blackboard or a speaker such as a teacher or lecturer. Images are displayed in full color with high contrast.

Videotim

VideoTIM is a tactile reader and graphics display designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device combines a small handheld videocamera with a tactile display unit called TIM (tactile interactive monitor). The user puts one hand on the display unit and uses the other hand to move the camera unit, which resembles a computer mouse, over the document or picture to be examined. A tactile representation of the text or picture appears in real time on a piezoelectric displ

Videotty (Model Vc50Tty) & Videotty Deluxe (Model Vc55Tty)

The VideoTTY, model VC50TTY, is a video display telephone and text telephone (TT) designed for use by individuals with hearing and communication disabilities. Designed to work with readily-available in-home consumer electronics-- a television, a video camera or a camcorder, and a standard TTY (used only to initiate a call)--the system delivers full-color adjustable-quality video, audio, and text over standard phone lines. The system includes a wireless keyboard and an infrared receiver. These it

Videotty Deluxe (Model Vc55Tty)

The VideoTTY Deluxe, model VC55TTY, is a video display telephone and text telephone (TT) designed for use by individuals with hearing and communication disabilities. Designed to work with readily-available in-home consumer electronics-- a television, a video camera or a camcorder, and a standard TTY (used only to initiate a call)--the system delivers full-color adjustable-quality video, audio, and text over standard phone lines. The system includes a wireless keyboard and an infrared receiver. T

ViewPlus Cub Single-Sided Braille Embosser

The ViewPlus Cub Single-Sided Braille Embosser is designed for persons who are blind or have low vision. The Braille dot can be adjusted in height, allowing to adjust to the individual sensibility of the reader's fingertip. This makes extended Braille reading more enjoyable while maintaining unsurpassed detail in producing tactile graphics. Produces Braille text combined with tactile graphics. Unique feature of tactile graphics is touchable representation of colors through variable dot heights.

ViewPlus EmBraille Single-Sided Braille Embosser

The ViewPlus EmBraille Single-Sided Braille Embosser is a compact and lightweight Braille embosser designe for users who are blind or have low vision. The VP EmBraille can be used in the classroom, at work, or at home. The Braille dot can be adjusted in height, allowing to adjust to the individuals sensibility of the reader's fingertip allowing for extended Braille reading.

Vindicator

Vindicator is a light probe signal system designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision, or who are deaf or hard of hearing. This system is primarily used to make electronic equipment accessible to employees with sensory disabilities, enabling them to work independently in switchboard, security, and other technical and service-oriented environments. It uses optical and electrical sensors to automatically detect signals in security monitoring and other equipment, and provides c

Vip

VIP is an optical character recognition (OCR) program and low vision reading system designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The program scans printed documents, books, and magazines and reads them aloud. Text also appears on-screen in the user's choice of font, letter size, letter spacing, colors, format, and presentation. Once configured, the program is controlled with four large buttons on a trackball mouse. Presentation options include text filling the full screen (W

Visi-Pitch Ii (Model 3300)

The Visi Pitch II, model 3300, is a speech training and analysis program for individuals with voice disorders, motor speech disorders, or hearing-impaired speech. It has real-time capture of speech and biofeedback of speech parameters. The Visi-Pitch II is comprised of six modules. Pitch and Energy module extracts and displays fundamental frequency and relative intensity in real time. Pitch and Energy Games module provides the user with animated graphics to represent speech parameters in place o

Visio (Models 19 And 19+)

The Visio, models 19 and 19+, is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This unit features a full-color 19-inch TFT (thin film transistor) flat-panel monitor. Model 19 has a control panel with 4 buttons at the bottom of the screen; auto-focus; and the following viewing modes: full-color, inverse, and 7 artificial color combinations. Model 19+ has a control panel with 6 buttons; auto-focus that can be disengaged; and full-color and inverse viewing modes along with 14 a

Visiobook

The VisioBook is a video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The VisioBook is portable and folds into a shape and size similar to a laptop computer. When folded, it is designed to fit into a large briefcase or bag. It has a folding mechanism with three safe articulated joints. This video magnifier features a full-color, auto-focus high definition (HD) camera (1280 x 720 pixels) for both close range and distance viewing and a 12.5-inch widescreen TFT (thin film transistor)

Vision Vu Easel (Models 14Dc, 14Dc-Bb, 14Dc-Gr, 14Dc-Lm, 14Dc-St, & 14Dc-Tg)

The Vision Vu Easel is an adjustable height easel and copy stand designed to hold papers at a computer work station. The easel adjusts in angle and height, and drops below the desktop for keyboard systems. A clip and line guide are included. DIMENSIONS: 14 inches wide. COLOR: Clear (model 14DC), blueberry blue (model 14DC-BB), grape (model 14DC-GR), lime green (model 14DC-LM), strawberry red (model 14DC-ST), or tangerine (model 14DC-TG).

Visionary Pc Black And White System (Models Exp14B, Exp17B, & Exp19B)

The Visionary PC Black and White System is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This desktop unit features a black-and-white camera mounted above a viewing tray, with a stand to support a monitor. The camera links to a VGA personal computer (PC) monitor, rather than a TV-style monitor. Models differ in the size of the stand that supports the computer monitor: Model EXP14B has a stand that supports a 15-inch VGA monitor, model EXP17B has a stand that supports

Visionary Pc Color System (Models Exp14C, Exp17C, & Exp19C)

The Visionary PC Color System is a computer-linked desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This desktop unit features a color camera mounted above a viewing tray, with a stand to support a monitor. The camera links to a personal computer (PC) with a VGA monitor. Models differ in the size of the stand that supports the computer monitor: Model EXP14C has a stand that supports a 15-inch VGA monitor, model EXP17C has a stand that supports a 17-inch VGA monitor, and m

Visionary Reader Black And White Auto Focus (Models Vis14Bf, Vis20Bf, & Vis25Bf)

The Visionary Reader Black and White Auto Focus is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Documents are placed on a viewing tray, and magnified images are viewed on a television-style monitor. This CCTV system provides sharp auto focus capabilities as well as manual focus for items that are hard to view. Freeze Image Mode allows the user to capture an image on screen, like a business card or phone number, and adjust its brightness and contrast. DIMENSIONS: The

Visionary Reader Black And White Manual Focus (Models Vis14B, Vis20B, & Vis25B)

The Visionary Reader Black and White Manual Focus is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Objects or documents are placed on a viewing tray, and magnified images are displayed on a television-style monitor. With the larger screen, objects are magnified up to 60 times. The screen can be viewed above the viewing table (the in-line configuration) or side by side. DIMENSIONS: The system is available with a 14-inch monitor (no. VIS14B), a 20-inch monitor (no.VIS2

Visionary Reader Color Auto Focus (Models Vis14Ac, Vis20Ac, & Vis25Ac)

The Visionary Reader Color Auto Focus is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Documents are placed on a viewing tray, and magnified color images are viewed on a television-style monitor. This CCTV system provides sharp auto focus capabilities as well as manual focus for items that are hard to view. Freeze Image Mode allows the user to capture an image on screen, like a business card or phone number, and adjust its brightness and contrast. DIMENSIONS: The sys

Visionary Reader Color Manual Focus (Models Vis14C, Vis20C, & Vis25C)

The Visionary Reader Color Manual Focus is a desktop video magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. Documents are placed on a viewing tray, and magnified images are displayed on a monitor, which can either be viewed above the tray (in-line) or side-by-side. With the larger screen, objects are magnified up to 60 times. DIMENSIONS: The system is available with 14-inch monitor (no. VIS14B), a 20-inch monitor (no. VIS20B), or a 25-inch monitor (no. VIS25B).

Visionkey

The VisionKey is an assistive speech device designed to increase the ability to communicate in the workplace, classroom, and at home for individuals with speech difficulties or deficient motor skills. Typical users include those with quadriplegia, amyolateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease), muscular dytrophy, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy. The basic concept of the device is that it works on eye position control. The user sees a square keychart before one eye, and selects a number, lett

Visiovoice

VisioVoice is a voice output screen reader and screen magnification program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The screen reader can be used to listen to selected text in any application or to text, Word, HTML, PDF, or RTF documents. It has play, pause, stop, rewind and fast forward functions, and can highlight words or sentences on screen as they are spoken. The content of buttons, menus, and text entry areas can be read in applications that support Apple's Access

Visit Alerting System

The Visit Alerting System is a doorbell and telephone signal system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The portable system notifies of a ringing doorbell by issuing a "ding dong" sound and long visual flashes; notification of a ringing telephone is provided with a wable sound and short visual flashes. The system features a volume control switch and operates at a maximum distance of 65 feet between the transmitter and receiver. System 1 includes a doorbell transmitter, a p

Visual Voice Tools

Visual Voice Tools is a speech training program designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities. It is a collection of seven tools that help users develop multiple aspects of voice control, starting with simple sound awareness. The program provides visual and auditory feedback to help users learn and practice fine control of pitch, loudness, voicing, and breath control for phonation. Activities include: Sound Presence (make sounds to see a dog wake up and move); Loudness Range (make a l

Visually Impaired Communicator (Models 2040, 2041, & 2042)

The Visually Impaired Communicator, models 2040, 2041, and 2042, are direct selection communicators designed for use by individuals with low vision. These units have two dimmable flourescent tubes which provide intensive background illumination. The icon holders are transparent, which allows a therapist or teacher to use clear or transparent icons (not included). The unit is wedge-shaped with square icon holders, and records 60 five-second messages (model 2042) or 48 6-second messages (models 20

Visually Speaking: A Visual Guide For Non-Verbal Patients

Visually Speaking: A Visual Guide for Non-Verbal Communication is a communications book designed for use by people with communication, speech, neurological or severe physical disabilities, autism, stroke or brain injury. This ring-bound book has a series of pages with captioned graphics to which the user can point to indicate his or her emotional state; what activities he or she would like to do; what activities of daily living he or she might need assistance with; what he or she may be worrying

Vital-Link Personal Medical Alarm System

The Vital-Link Personal Medical Alarm System is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by seniors and individuals with disabilities who are at risk for medical emergencies. The system includes a water-resistant transmitter and a console that plugs into a phone line. The transmitter is about the size of a matchbox and can be worn around the neck or on the wrist. Pressing a button on the transmitter sends a signal to the console and activates it. When activated, the con

Vlingo Virtual Assistant

Vlingo Virtual Assistant is a voice input program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, vision, or learning disabilities or spinal cord injury. This voice recognition software application (app) enables hands-free operation of an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android phone, BlackBerry phone, or Symbian phone. The user speaks to the device through InCar or types a command through the ActionBar and the program will perform the task. The program can be used to send text messages, s

Vm Voice Magnifier (Model Hga-Vm)

The VM (Voice Magnifier), model HGA-VM, is a voice amplifier designed for use by individuals who can only whisper or who have a very soft voice. Used with a telephone, this unit can add from 0 to 25 decibels of gain to the user’s voice. It is to be used with a standard phone equipped with modular connectors between the receiver and phone base. It comes with a telephone receiver cord. POWER: Uses a 9-volt battery (included). WARRANTY: 1-year repair or replace warranty.

Vocalic R To Go (Model 6-0760-2-Ws)

Vocalic R To Go, model 6-0760-2-WS, is a speech training and remediation proram designed for use by children with speech disabilities. This program focuses on the ability to articulate vocalic /r/ sounds in isolation; syllables; initial, medial, and final position of words; phrases; sentences; and in guided conversation. It covers stressed and unstressed er, air, or, air, ire, and rl sounds. The program includes practice opportunities for mastering articulatin patterns; a test to document progre

Vocalize! Wheelchair Cell Phone Voice Control System

The Vocalize! Wheelchair Cell Phone Voice Control System is a voice activated cell phone dialer with voice output cell phone caller identification designed for use by individuals with spinal cord injury or fine motor, upper extremity, or severe physical disabilities. The system mounts on a wheelchair and communicates wirelessly with a Bluetooth cell phone (not included). The user can call contacts, answer calls, and hang up with voice commands. The system provides natural voice prompts, and inte

Vocally Infinity

The Vocally Infinity Voice Activated Dialer is a voice activated telephone dialer designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury. This hardware accessory connects to a telephone and phone line. For up to 40 names entered into its directory, it dials the number when the name of the person to be called is spoken. This model also enables the user to dial to any number, simply by saying the digits to dial, digit by digit. When th

Voice / Tdd Power Phone

The Voice/TDD Power Phone is a full-featured telephone with speakerphone designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. The phone incorporates an answering machine with the capability to answer both voice and TTY calls (TTY required, but not included). Other features include a voice speakerphone, dialed number display, 20 auto dial numbers, automatic busy number redial, a hearing-aid compatible handset, TTY and voice conversation/memo recording, TTY and voice call screening, voice an

Voice / Tdd Powerphone

The Voice / TDD Powerphone is a telecommunications device designed to work like a standard telephone/answering machine with the additional capability of recording both voice and TTY (teletypewriter) calls for persons with hearing disabilities. It features Yes/No indicators designed to enable the user to communicate over the phone by prompting the calling party to use "yes" or "no" answers (if the other party does not have TTD); this is executed by using the * (star) and ## (pound) displays. A 91

Voice Activated Cordless Phone (Model Ap- 100)

The Voice Activated Cordless Phone, model AP-100 VCS, is a voice activated cordless telephone with headset intended for use by people with mobility and upper extremity disabilities. No manipulation or operation of switches or other mechanical devices is required for complete control of this telephone. To activate the voice dialing mode, the user whistles a note into the headset. A state-of-the-art tone detector responds to a range of frequencies, eliminating the need to whistle a particular pitc

Voice Activated Speakerphone (Model Ap-7000 Va)

The Voice Activated Speakerphone, model AP-7000 VA, is a voice activated speakerphone intended for use by people with mobility and upper extremity disabilities. No manipulation or operation of switches or other mechanical devices is required for complete control of this telephone. To activate the dialing mode and turn the speakerphone on, the user whistles a note. Once activated by a whistle, all functions of the phone are voice controlled. When the telephone rings, the user says "hello" or make

Voice Dictation

Voice Dictation™ is an iPhone / iPod touch / iPad app that allows users to use their voice to send SMS, Facebook, Tweeter, and e-mail messages. Voice Dictation™ utilizes advanced voice input technology. It offers a multi-language switch without any period, language or text LIMITS, and if users so choose, they can use their keyboard to make any changes. VERSION: 1.6 SIZE: 8.4 MB COMPATIBILITY: Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhon

Voice Dream Reading Application

Voice Dream is an accessible communication and reading application designed for those with hearing impairments and/or communication disabilities. With text-to-speech features and a configurable screen layout, the app can be tailored to suit mulitiple reading styles from completely auditory to completely visual, plus synchronized combination of both. Voice Dream Reader supports reading PDF and Word documents, DRM-free EPUB and DAISY eBooks, Web pages and more. It's directly integrated with Booksh

Voice Of Daisy (Vod)

Voice of DAISY (VOD) is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a voice output electronic book reader for books in the standard DAISY formats. The two formats that can be played with VOD are: DAISY 2.02 compliant audio and NCC only, and DAISY 2.02 compliant audio and full text. VOD cannot play DAISY digital talking books that are encrypted for copyr

Voice Of Daisy Lite (Vod Lite)

Voice of DAISY Lite (VOD LITE) is a digital talking book player program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This application (or app) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad to function as a voice output electronic book reader for books in the standard DAISY formats. The two formats that can be played with VOD are: DAISY 2.02 compliant audio and NCC only, and DAISY 2.02 compliant audio and full text. VOD cannot play DAISY digital talking books that are encrypted

Voice Switch

The Voice Switch is a sound-based control switch designed for use by individuals with neurological or severe physical disabilities, and a sound production training device designed for use by individuals with speech disabilities. This device provides a switch closure to control connected assistive technology in response to sound production, and it can be used to train sound production capability by persons with speech disabilities, including persons who have limited ability to produce sounds with

Voice Text Pro

Voice Text Pro is a voice input text message program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or learning disabilities, low vision, blindness or spinal cord injury. This voice recognition system enables hands-free operation of an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad to send send text messages. The program converts voice messages into text and send these messages to people in the contact list using the mobile telephone carrier's Email-SMS gateway. The user launches Voice Text Pro, says

Voice4U

Voice4U is a direct selection and symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This program enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad or an Android phone to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. The program comes with over 150 pre-loaded icons with voice in 9 categories. The user can also create his or her own icons and cate

Voiceannounce Caller Id (Model 9900Cw)

The VoiceAnnounce Caller ID, model 9900CW, is a voice output caller identification unit designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision or mobility disabilities. This device enables users to screen calls without having to read the caller ID display. The unit voice announces, in a choice of English or Spanish, the caller's identity by ten-digit telephone number or name when the phone rings; telemarketers and potentially unwanted callers are identified with the announcement of "nu

Voiceannounce Communicator For Skype

VoiceAnnounce Communicator for Skype is a voice output caller identification and voice input program designed for use to make the SKYPE Internet Telephone service accessible to individuals with physical or visual disabilities. When a Skype call comes in, this software application announces the caller’s name or telephone number over the computer’s speakers, cordless headset, or handset. The user can record custom announcements associated with their Skype contacts, or let the software’s built-in t

Voicebt Switch Adapted Bluetooth Cell Voice Dialer

The VoiceBT Switch Adapted Bluetooth Cell Voice Dialer is a voice activated telephone dialer designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or amputation, neurological disabilities, or cerebral palsy (CP). This unit enables the user to call, answer, or hang up with an adaptive switch. The user activates the switch then says the name of the person to call. The unit communicates wirelessly with any Bluetooth cell phone or service provider. OPTIONS: Dual pushbutton feathertouch a

Voicecare Personal Emergency Response System

VoiceCare Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is an emergency alert system with monitoring service designed for use by senior citizens and individuals with disabilities in need of medical and personal assistance. The system is comprised a of two-way voice console unit that connects to an existing phone line, and a lightweight waterproof personal activator with an illuminated help button, worn around the neck or wrist. If assistance is needed, the user presses the button and the console uni

Voicenote Bt

VoiceNote BT is a braille notetaker designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Input is made through a nine-key braille keyboard while output is delivered through synthetic speech. The notetaker has a Windows CE operating system and a program suite that includes a word processor that can read and write files in Microsoft Word format; a planner with a calendar, scheduler, and diary with audible alarms; an address list manager; an e-mail program with POP3 access; a scientifi

Voicenote Qt

VoiceNote QT is an electronic notetaker designed for use by persons who are blind or have low vision. Input is made through a standard alphabetic (QWERTY) computer keyboard while output is delivered through synthetic speech. This notetaker has a Windows CE operating system and a program suite that includes a word processor that can read and write files in Microsoft Word format; a planner with a calendar, scheduler, and diary with audible alarms; an address list manager; an e-mail program with PO

Voicepal 8

The VoicePal 8 is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. Up to eight 11-second messages can be recorded and played back on this communication aid by touching a Taction Pad touch switch (included) (see separate entry) or any commercially available adaptive switch. Messages can be recorded in any order. The VoicePal 8 does not lose messages even if the batteries go completely dead. Other features include a repeat message mode i

Voicepal 8K

The VoicePal 8K is a direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive or communication disabilities. This communication aid plays up to 8 natural-voice recorded messages of up to 11 seconds each. Messages can be recorded in any order and played back using the VoicePal 8K's built-in keypad with eight keys or an external switch connected through one of the unit's eight jacks. Other features include a repeat message mode, delayed activation and an external speaker jack.

Voicepal Levels

VoicePal Levels is a direct selection or scanning communicator designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities. VoicePal Levels is a four-level, customizable, natural-voice communication aid that can adapt to the changing skills of the user. Each level carries up to 10 messages. Messages can be accessed by direct selection using the built-in keypad, by plugging adaptive switches into the 10 external switch jacks, or one of the six methods of scanning: positive and inverse scannin

Voicepod

VoicePod is a digital recorder and playback unit for direct selection communiction cards designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This portable recording and playback unit enables the user to create talking cards using photos, language cards and Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). It includes 36 reusable, two-sided sleeves for up to 72 stored messages, which can be up to nine seconds each. Messages can be erased and re-recorded. A record-lock featur

Voicette

Voicette is a small, portable, battery-operated audio amplifier. The user speaks into a microphone, and the voice comes out amplified through Voicette's speaker/amplifier. Voicette comes with a carrying case. POWER: Voicette can be powered by a rechargeable battery pack that can be charged on 120V AC (250V/50 cycle charger also available). DIMENSIONS: 6.5 x 6.5 x 3 inches. WEIGHT: 2 pounds.

Voiceye

VOICEYE is a voice output bar code reading program and video magnification program designed for use by people who are blind or have low vision and individuals with dyslexia and other reading disabilities. This application (or "app") allows a person to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad or any Android device to read data from VOICEYE bar codes and to magnify text and other printed content. VOICEYE bar codes contain up to two pages of text, and when the user reads the bar code with the device

Voiceye Maker For Adobe Indesign

VOICEYE Maker for Adobe InDesign is a voice output bar code creation program designed for use by people who are blind or have low vision and individuals with dyslexia and other reading disabilities. This plug-in for Adobe InDesign (not included) can create a graphic code that is added to the upper right corner of a Word document. This code can be read by the VOICEYE app for iPhone or Android (see separate entry), and it will read the text of the document aloud using Apple Voiceover (see separate

Voiceye Maker For Ms-Word

VOICEYE Maker for MS-Word is a voice output bar code creation program designed for use by people who are blind or have low vision and individuals with dyslexia and other reading disabilities. This plug-in for Microsoft Word (not included) can create a graphic code that is added to the upper right corner of a Word document. This code can be read by the VOICEYE app for iPhone or Android (see separate entry), and it will read the text of the document aloud using Apple Voiceover (see separate entry)

Voiceye Mate

The VOICEYE Mate is a voice output bar code reader, color identifier and a digital talking book player designed for use by individuals with blindness, low vision, dyslexia or other reading disabilities. This unit reads digital books aloud in a human-sounding voice. The VOICEYE Mate can read data from VOICEYE bar codes on printed content with its scanner. VOICEYE bar codes contain up to two pages of text, and when the user reads the bar code with the device's camera, the device will display the d

Voim

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype smart phone for individuals who are blind or with visual impairment. Voim, which means “seeing” in Korean, is a cell phone concept for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Voim is a cellular telephone and electronic navigation aid (GPS) that features voice input functionality and a braille display with a silicon screen. It also has a detachable Bluetooth headset through which audio cues can be transmitted. TITLE: It’s Time for a Br

Vois 160 With P.a.l.l.s. Software

VOIS 160 is an electronic communication aid that generates synthesized speech. Words and phrases can be typed in and may be saved under a specific key location or as a sequence of keys. The VOIS 160 has a flat membrane keyboard that can be configured to contain up to 104 keys; key size is variable. The device may also be attached to any computer that has an RS232 interface; commands from the computer for programming and saving vocabulary to a backup file can be accepted by the VOIS 160. Ther

Voisec Single Message

VoiSec is a single-message direct selection communicator designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This button-style communicator can be used to record, store, and play one 64-second message. The button can be attached to other objects. It comes with one attachment tray and five double-sided adhesive pads. OPTIONS: Neck Loop with holder; holder attachment; adhesive magnet; pin badge; adhesive badge; Velcro patch; and wrist strap. POWER: Uses two 1.5-v

Voisedit

VoisEdit software is a communication device accessory and vocabulary enhancement program designed to allow users of the VOIS 160 synthetic- speech generator (see separate entry) to create vocabulary independently of the VOIS unit. The entire program is downloaded into memory in 1 to 10 minutes. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM computers.

Voter's Choice Alert System 1000 (Model 1851)

The Voter's Choice Alert System 1000, model 1851, is a voter assistance call signal designed to notify poll workers that a curbside voter has arrived. This curbside notification system detects vehicles when they drive over its rubber hose located in the parking area reserved for curbside voters and transmits a signal to the receiver located in the polling place. The system includes one transmitter with exterior hose and one receiver. range of signal transmission to the receiver is up to 600 feet

Voter's Choice Alert System 1000-S (Model 2095)

The Voter's Choice Alert System 1000-S, model 2095, is a voter assistance call signal transmitter with access sign and parking area marker designed to provide voters with mobility disabilities with the means to notify poll workers that a curbside voter has arrived. This curbside notification system detects vehicles when they drive over a rubber hose. The system includes one transmitter with an exterior hose, one receiver, and one portable sign stand with a "Curbside Voters - Parking Only" sign t

Voter's Choice Wireless Alert System 2000 (Model 1899)

The Voter's Choice Wireless Alert System 2000, model 1899, is a voter assistance call signal and wireless signal transmitter designed for use to notify poll workers or precinct officials of the arrival of a voter with mobility disabilities needing curbside voting assistance. The system includes a passive infrared motion sensor that can detect a person or vehicle passing by up to about 50 feet away, depending on local terrain. Using a radio transmitter, the sensor sends a signal to a receiver up

Voxgames

VoxGames is a speech remediation and training program designed for use by children and teens with communication or speech disabilities. It includes 25 games specially developed for clinical therapy to stimulate the voice and speech modification. VoxGames is intended to transform therapy into a stimulating activity with the use of high resolutions games. VoxGames will collect and analyz the statistic data for each user and produce graphs and reports that can be printed. COMPATIBILITY: IBM PC or c

Voxgift Winston

Voxgift Winston is a voice output direct selection communicator program designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, learning, or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or “app”) enables an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, or Android phone or tablet computer to function as an alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) system for people who cannot speak or have difficulty speaking. Voxgift Winston can be used to communicate health treatment needs visually and audi

VoxSci

VoxSci transcribes voicemails into text and delivers them to mobile devices as a text (SMS) message and/or as an email with MP3 attachment. It is designed for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. There is a free trail and a monthly paid version. This product offers speech to text for voicemail of up to 5 minutes and unlimited length of transcription.

Vp-200 Videophone

The VP-200 Videophone is a video display telephone designed for use by people who are deaf or hard or hearing and use sign language to communicate. The VP-200 is designed to be used with the Sorenson Video Relay Service (SVRS), and it allows the user to place and receive SVRS calls to people who have a regular telephone as well as direct calls to people who have another videophone. This video telephone also provides access to SVRS’s SignMail service which delivers messages in ASL using video re

Vs Communicator

VS Communicator is a symbolic communicator program designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) software supports text- or symbol-based communication, and allows the user to access other software from within the program, including media player, text messaging (SMS), e-mail, chat, calendar, calculator, environmental control, lighting, and doors. The program is customizable to meet the user's evolving n

Vtouch

The VTouch is a braille telecommunication device for the deaf designed for use by individuals who are deaf blind and blind. This device enables the user to communicate with a Relay Operator, another TTY, or braille TTY. Face-to-face communication is enabled with the addition of a second keyboard The conversation is shown on the Braille display from the VTouch Braille Terminal. This device has a large conversation memory, holding up to 32,768 characters with four programmable buffers. It is suita

Vuryte (Model R7862)

The VuRyte, model R7862, is a copy holder designed to ergonomically position typing or data entry copy directly in front of the computer operator in line with the monitor screen. This reduces the motion required by the neck and eyes to perform daily data entry and keying functions, thereby reducing stress and muscle pain and increasing efficiency. The holder adapts to fit any workstation. The height may be adjusted to align the copy with the monitor for minimum head motion. Keeping the data at t

Vv-Talker

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: To design a prototype of a theurputic training aid to assist deaf/mute children to speak effectively. The VV-Talker is designed for children who are deaf and/or mute to assist them in overcoming difficulties in speaking effectively. Since they cannot hear the sounds a hearing person makes, it is difficult to know if they pronouncing words or sounds correctly. The VV-Talker has two components - a vibration detector that with a handle that fits around the front of

Wait 4It

The PECS® system is described as an aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system in which individuals exchange pictures of items to obtain tangibles and other needs. The Wait4it app is designed for use by individuals with communication and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) who have mastered Phases I and II of PECS. Its aim is to encourage waiting for a desired object or event. Many learners who encounter situations during which they must wait have difficulty with this concept. Th

Wallet Size Magnifier (Model 16H028)

The Wallet Size Magnifier, model 16H028, is a flexible plastic hand magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. The size of a credit card, this magnifier provides 2x magnification and can be carried in a wallet, pocket, or purse.

Wanchik's Writer

The Wanchik's Writer is a pen or pencil holder and writing orthosis that attaches to the hand and index finger. Available in models for the right or left hand, the brace holds the writing instrument in three- point pinch. SIZES: Junior, Small (women), and Large (men).

Wave+Plus 5D Magnifier - Base Mount (Model 17947)

The Wave+Plus 5D Magnifier - Base Mount, model 17947, is a magnifying lens on stand with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This rectangular magnifier has a 5-diopter (2.25X) glass lens with a 13-inch focal length. Light is provided by two 13-watt compact fluorescent tubes with individual lamp switching. Indicator lights are located on either side of the magnifier head. The lens is mounted at the end of a heavy duty K-arm with steel tubing, which is adjustable to allow positi

Waveform Display System (Model 6091)

The Waveform Display System, model 6091, is a speech teaching device designed to work in conjunction with the Visi-Pitch Model 6087AT (see separate entry) for displaying LX waveforms on a computer. The system permits instantaneous display of phonatory changes in the LX waveform. A split screen permits comparison of the two waveforms. The system consists of a plug-in card for the computer plus software. COMPATIBILITY: For use on IBM PC computers.

Weather Alert

Weather Alert is a weather alert system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This device monitors all National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather bureau channels, as well as Canadian channels, to receive weather alerts. Standard features include 15 programmable state/county selections to screen false or other area warnings, three warning lights to indicate the level of the alert, an LCD readout of the type of alert, a full-featured LCD clock with alarm fu

Weather Radio With Light And Bed Shaker

This Midland Weather Alert Radio with Silent Call Light and Bed Shaker is designed for those with hearing impairments and also for the blind and or deaf. The flashing strobe light and the bed shaker are included. It gives alerts,both visual and audible to hazardous weather conditions at all times. It uses Specific Alert Message Encoding (SAME) technology. Has 7 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) channels. Public Alert certified. Selectable warning system. Voice, siren, and tone

Web Lv

Web LV is a voice output Internet access device and word processor designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This device allows the user to access the Internet and do personal computer functions such as e-mail and word processing without a personal computer. Commands are entered through a keyboard and Pick `n Click (PnC) menus. Using a phone line or network connection, the device provides e-mail and Internet access through speech synthesis and screen enlargement. It can b

Webber Photo Cards - Animals (Model Wfc-03)

Webber Photo Cards - Animals, model WFC-03, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The deck can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games, and includes content/game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). A total of 62 cards in 31 pairs depict the following animals: lion; tiger; elephant; zebra; giraffe; kangaroo; monkey; alligator; bear; raccoon; owl; frog; butterfly; horse; rabbit; goat; penguin; spider;

Webber Photo Cards - Around The Home (Model Wfc-06)

Webber Photo Cards - Around the Home, model WFC-06, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The deck has card pairs that can be used for memory, match-up, and "Go Fish" games. The deck has 62 cards in 31 pairs, showing stove; chair; towels; refrigerator; toilet; laundry; telephone; television; computer; tricycle; clock; cat; dog; sink; vacuum cleaner; flowers; hammer; breakfast; garbage can; clothes; shoes; salt and pepper; frying pan; hair dryer; groceries; rug

Webber Photo Cards - Everyday Go-Togethers (Model Wfc-08)

Webber Photo Cards - Everyday Go-Togethers, model WFC-08, are photo cards designed for use by individuals with cognitive disabilities. The deck has 62 cards in 31 pairs consisting of a scene card and a match-up object card. The cards can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games. The deck includes content / game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). Scene / match-up pairs include baby - bottle; groceries - cart; monkey - banana; mouse - ch

Webber Photo Cards - Foods (Model Wfc-04)

Webber Photo Cards - Foods, model WFC-04, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The deck can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games, and includes content / game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). A total of 62 cards in 31 pairs depict the following foods: pineapple, bananas, fruit bowl, apples, oranges, strawberries, popcorn, tomatoes, cucumbers, corn, carrots, grapes, broccoli, mushrooms, potato,

Webber Photo Cards - Occupations (Model Wfc-01)

Webber Photo Cards - Occupations, model WFC-01, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The deck can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games, and includes content/game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). A total of 62 cards in 31 pairs depict the following occupations: chef; photographer; barber; veterinarian; fire fighter; mother; father; gardener; carpenter; dentist; teacher; food worker; dancer; cro

Webber Photo Cards - Sports Go-Togethers (Model Wfc-05)

Webber Photo Cards - Sports Go-Togethers, model WFC-05, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The deck has a total of 60 cards showing 15 athletes and 15 related sports objects. The cards can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games (for example, match the helmet to the football player). The deck includes content / game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). Cards show baseball player - ball, glove and b

Webber Photo Cards - Things To Wear (Model Wfc-07)

Webber Photo Cards - Things to Wear, model WFC-07, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The deck can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games, and includes content/game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). A total of 62 cards in 31 pairs depict the following clothes: gloves; sweater; winter coat; shorts; t-shirt; blouse; skirt; dress; shoes; tights; underwear; scarf; slippers; galoshes; diaper; neckla

Webber Photo Cards - Verbs (Model Wfc-02)

Webber Photo Cards - Verbs, model WFC-02, are photo cards designed for use by children with cognitive disabilities. The cards can be used for Memory, Match-up, and "Go Fish" games. Two decks include 124 action word cards in 62 pairs, with content / game idea cards in six languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese). Activities depicted include watering, ironing, eating, skiing, selling, changing, brushing, smelling, running, flying kite, reading, playing violin, blowing,

Webber Photo Cards Social Issues

Webber Photo Cards Social Issues contains 262 large color photo cards to encourage individual or group discussions about important social issues that impact daily lives. This product can be used by individuals with ADHD, Autism. This set is ideal for anyone working with students or adults that need high level, interesting subjects to write about and discuss. The back of each card has a definition of the topic, three facts about the topic, and five open-ended questions that require more than a ye

Webber Photo Cards-Verbs, 2nd Edition

Webber Photo Cards-Verbs, 2nd Edition helps children expand their vocabulary and increase language development. It is designed to be used by children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and cognitive disabilities. It includes 62 photo card pairs that depict children and adults doing a wide range of actions such as eating, hugging, and swimming. This product includes a storage tin. 

Webster's New Explorer Large Print Dictionary

Webster's New Explorer Large Print Dictionary is a large print book designed for use by individuals with low vision. This 768-page hardcover volume contains more than 40,000 large type entries with clear, concise definitions of the core vocabulary of the English language. ISBN: 978-1-59695-001-6. DIMENSIONS: 7.25 x 9.25 inches.

Webster's New World Portable Large Print Dictionary

The Webster's New World Portable Large Print Dictionary is a large print book designed for use by individuals with low vision. Based on Webster's New World Dictionary, Fourth College Edition, this 936-page softcover dictionary contains more than 35,000 entries covering the most commonly used words in American English.

Weighted Animals

The Weighted Animals are weighted shapes designed for use by individuals with neurological, sensory processing or self-regulation disabilties. These cuddly weighted toys are designed to provide calming deep pressure input for children and adults. Kitty Cuddles comes with fur with a fun print on its belly; the dolphin is made of soft fleece with a flannel tummy; Puppy Hugs is made with extra-soft fur with a fun doggy print on its belly; and Moose Masseuses is the largest and furriest of these plu

Weighted Base Document Holder (Model Dhwb06)

The Weighted Base Document Holder, model DHWB06, is a copy stand designed to reduce eye, back and neck strain for individuals who spend a lot of time typing. It has an adjustable viewing angle which allows the user to tilt the document holder forward or backward and swivel it left and right to suit his or her needs. A moveable paper grip with built in digital clock holds the document securely in place as it rest on the deep paper ledge. A transparent line guide mounts on eitherside and adjusts t

Weighted Pen (Models 79200 & 79201)

The Weighted Pen is designed for use by individuals with arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson disase, and other fine motor, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities. This pen has a large barrel with five weights in it. By adding or removing weights, the weight of the pen can be adjusted from 2.1 to 3.7 ounces to meet individual needs in order to write without pressure. The pen uses standard ballpoint refills. COLOR: Model 79200 has a blue barrel and blue ink. Model 79201 has a black bar

Weighted Pen or Pencil with Pencil Grip

Weighted Pen or Pencil with Pencil Grip are balanced writing tools to aid individuals to improve control, reduce fatigue, and increase muscle strength. Rests effortlessly in the hand and decreases the need for downward pressure for writing. Increased weight (approximately 4 ounces) encourages using larger muscles in the arm, reducing strain on smaller, more sensitive hand muscles. Built-in pencil grip provides optimal ergonomic gripping for both right and left handed users. Improves legibility,

Weighted Writing Utensil Holder

This weighted holder sets out to solve several writing problems. For starters, it makes various writing utensils easier to grip. It’s also weighted. The additional weight aids in stabilizing the hand for those with hand trembling. The weight also helps users with weaker hands by reducing the amount of pressure they need to apply when bearing down with the writing utensil. DIMENSIONS: 3.5 inches length; 5/8 inch diameter. WEIGHT: 3.75 ounces. COLOR: Grey. WARRANTY/GUARANTEE: As stated by the manu

Wellness Wizard

The Wellness Wizard is an emergency alert system and prompter designed for use by seniors and individuals with cognitive disabilities or Alzheimer's disease. This electronic unit can be used to remind users to take medications, perform specific tasks at pre-defined times, pay bills, or to remember birthdays and aniversaries, and to enable family members or caregivers to check on well-being. Caregivers can record customized reminder messages in their voice on the Wellness Wizard and specify when

Weon Glasses

---- PROTOTYPE --------- PURPOSE: WeOn Glasses are optic glasses which have an electronic device in the frame that interacts with smartphones, tablets and personal computers. WeOn Glasses are compatible with prescription or sunglasses lenses. They are capable of imperceptibly interacting with the wearer and notifying them of any kind of notice, as well as many other functions which include the remote activation of the photo camera, controlling slide presentations, playing music, skipping tracks

Wh Questions At Home Fun Deck

WH Questions at Home Fun Deck is a speech training flash card program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech and language therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad or any Android smartphone or tablet computer to answer "WH" questions such as "Who are your neighbors?" or "Where do you keep your clothes?" in portrait or landscape orien

Wh Questions At School Fun Deck

WH Questions at School Fun Deck is a speech training flash card program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech and language therapists and teachers working with children who have communication or speech disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad to answer questions such as "Who is your principal?" or "When do you eat lunch?" The program can be viewed in portrait or landscape mode. It includes 56 illustrated pic

What is the Main Idea Super Fun Deck

What Rhymes

What Rhymes is an auditory perceptual and behavior training program and a language, reading and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision or learning, communication, developmental, cognitive, hearing or learning disabilities or autism. This application (or app) is intended for use with the Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch. What Rhymes contains 118 images and the child can be shown four objects at a time and asked which two rhyme. F

What's In Your Home? & What's In Your Community?

What's In Your Home? and What's In Your Community? are language tutorial programs and communication books designed to supplement communication and independent living classes for students who need practice with such skills as symbol identification, association, matching, workbook skills (drawing, circling, cutting, and pasting), and working independently. Symbols are presented that students need to use in everyday living, such as "chair", "store", and "bedroom". Illustrations are also included to

Wheelchair Mounting Kit (Wcmk)

The Wheelchair Mounting Kit (WCMK) is a wheelchair mounting kit for communicators designed for use by individuals with communication disabilities who use wheelchairs. This stong, durable mounting systemcan be attached to either side of the wheelchair and uses a Daessy mounting clamp making the entire assembly removable as needed. The included collar allows the mount to rotate and lock to the front and side when not in use. Tubing styles include round, square, and 525 Quickie. DIMENSIONS: The ava

Wheelchair Reading Board.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Wheelchair tray with a hinged section that tilts up to support reading material; can be swung out of the way or easily removed. Lists materials needed and provides drawing and diagram for a wheelchair reading tray, made of wood with aluminum bar stock and pipe tube. COMMENTS: For information contact: Dr Ken Bruwelheide, Department of Agricultural and Industrial Education, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana 59717. SKILLS REQUIRED: Woodworking. M

Wheelchair Tray Easel (Models 31140 & 31141)

The Wheelchair Tray Easel, Models 31140 and 31141, is a bookholder with lapboard and an easel designed for use by people who use wheelchairs. The adjustable angle easel attaches to any lapboard with a front rim. Model 31140 is made of clear polycarbonate, and Model 31141 is fabricated of Melamine-impregnated fiberboard. Both models have a hinged, adjustable length leg brace for setting the angle of the easel. The easel includes a 1.5-inch front edge or lip. WARRANTY: The manufacturer warrants th

Whelen Portable Visual Smoke Alarm System (Model Sm0760)

The Whelen Smoke Alarm System, model SM0760, is a smoke alarm designed to be portable and visual for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. It provides a powerful flashing strobe light and a FIRE sign. It is ideal for travel, home or office because it is compact and easy to install. POWER: Plugs into standard AC wall outlet.

Which Does Not Belong

Which Does Not Belong is an auditory perceptual and behavior training program and a language and reading tutorial program designed for use with children with low vision or learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to teach children to discriminate which items do not belong in a group as well as introduce them to the negative concept of “not.” The app contains 120 images

Which Go Together

Which Go Together is an auditory perceptual and behavior training program and a language and reading tutorial program designed for use with children with low vision or learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities or autism. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use their Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help children develop visual discrimination skills and understand different objects and events. The app contains 120 images. For visual learners, the child can

Whistle Kit

The Whistle Kit is an oral motor planning activity kit designed for use with children with speech and oral motor disabilities. This set includes nine whistles, most with moving parts to stimulate both occular and oral motor skills, and one long tube whistle. DIMENSIONS: The tube is one foot long. COLOR: The tube is silver.

Whistlestop

The Whistlestop is a telephone adapter for hearing aid users designed to eliminate the whistle-squeal feedback that occurs with hearing aids. The adapter snaps onto the telephone to hold the hearing aid away from the telephone. The Whistlestop is constructed of durable plastic, and is designed to work well with most styles of hearing instruments. Clean with soap and water-- the adapter uses no batteries and has no moving parts. Works especially well with in-the-ear hearing aids, but will work we

Whistling Straws

Whistling Straws are drinking straws designed for use by children with oral motor disabilities. These plastic straws (sold in sets of six) can be used for drinking and for whistling to aid in developing oral motor control.

White Fanfold Tractor-Feed Transcribing Paper, 19-Hole Punch

White Fanfold Tractor-feed Transcribing Paper, 19-hole Punch, is designed for use with computer-driven Braille embossing devices. The paper has a smooth surface, and the tractor-feed holes may be torn off. Two paper weights are available: 80-pound (no. 1-04141-00, $41.35) and 100-pound (no. 1-04140-00, $37.50). Each comes in reams of 1000 sheets. DIMENSIONS: 11.5 x 11 inches.

Who Do-What Where

Who Do-What Where is a writing and reading skills training program designed for use by children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The program includes eight educational games with progressive activities to help children learn basic sentence parts and sentence structure, leading to success in building and analyzing simple sentences. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Apple Macintosh and IBM or compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: For Macintosh computers, System 7 through 9 or OS X is required; for IB

Whquestions

WhQuestions is a speech training program and a language tutorial program designed for use by speech and language therapists and parents working with children who have communication or speech disabilities or autism. The program allows a child to use an Apple iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad to answer “Wh” questions such as “What is your name?” or “What is it?”. The program comes with 300 questions in the following formats: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, HOW, and WHY. Each question comes with an audio recording, pi

Wide View Lighted Magnifier

The Wide View Magnifier is a hand magnifier with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This lighted magnifying glass has an oversized lens that allows an expansive view of fine details. The optical-quality, scratch-resistant and shatterproof acrylic lens provides 2X magnification, with a 6X bifocal insert near the bottom of the lens that allows a close-in look in a small area. The magnifier is equipped with a bright LED light mounted at the base of the magnifying lens in the han

Wide-Line And Narrow-Line Spacing Paper

The Wide-line and Narrow-line Spacing Paper is designed for use with children with fine motor or eye hand coordination disabilities. Printed in a three-line, four-space format, this paper provides a guide for writing letters that extend below the baseline. Internal broken lines serve as a reference for writing half-space letters. Shading between the writing strips further demarcates the writing area. Lightly shaded vertical lines teach line orientation and cue correct letter and word spacing. DI

Wide-Line And Narrow-Line Writing Paper

The Wide-line and Narrow-line Writing Paper is designed for use with children with fine motor or eye hand coordination disabilities. Printed in a three-line, four-space format, this paper provides a guide for writing letters that extend below the baseline. Internal broken lines serve as a reference for writing half-space letters. Shading between the writing strips further demarcates the writing area. DIMENSIONS: The lines on the wide-lined paper are 1.5 inches wide and the lines on the narrow-li

Widgit Literacy Symbols With Boardmaker

Widgit Literacy Symbols with Boardmaker is a symbolic language picture library designed for use by individuals with cognitive, communication, or speech disabilities. This collection includes the Widgit Literacy Symbols (WLS) set, consisting of over 8,000 symbols, covering a vocabulary of over 24,000 words, as a Boardmaker Addendum. Widgit Literacy Symbols have been developed to support literacy and to help make information accessible to those struggling with traditional orthography. The symbols

Wikki Stix

Wikki Stix are an eye hand coordination activity designed for use by children with neurological and physical disabilities. Wikki Stix can also function as tactile, raised-line markers for individuals who are blind or have low vision. These non-toxic wax-coated strands can be bent and manipulated to form designs, figures, etc. Wikki Stix are available in a primary color set (48 strands), a rainbow set (24 strands), and a neon color set (48 strands); each set is sold separately. Also available are

Wild Animals: An Interactive Book For Memory Impaired Adults

Wild Animals, written by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, is one of a collection of eight interactive books designed specifically to enhance the quality of communication between caregivers and adults experiencing memory loss. Through its vivid photography and large-print text written in clear, concise, and easy-to-read sentences, these books have been developed to evoke memories, initiate conversation, and supply mental and physical stimulation. Each book is comprised of three unique sectio

Windowpane Page Holder

The Windowpane Page Holder is a bookholder designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities or arthritis. Made of solid alder, this bookholder adjusts to four angles or folds flat for storage. A large lip at the base of the support keeps book pages open. OPTIONS: Personalization is available. DIMENSIONS (WxDxH): 7 x 6.75 x 5 to 6.25 inches. COLOR: Natural or dark cherry.

Wire Book Holder

Wire book holders and stands for use on tables. Variety of models and sizes. Electroplated in zinc, nickel, or nickel chrome.

Wireless Chime (Model Dm-Rc3700)

The Wireless Chime is a doorbell signal indicator designed to provide sound enhancement and signaling for persons with hearing disabilities. The unit consists of a chime button and remote chime receiver. The chime button can be mounted next to the entry door and the remote chime receiver can be plugged into any indoor AC outlet. Extra remote receivers are available. RANGE: The chime button will transmit the signal up to 50 feet. WARRANTY: 1-year limited.

Wireless Doorbell With Strobe Receiver

The Wireless Doorbell with Strobe Receiver is a doorbell signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The system comprises a pushbutton transmitter that activates a bright strobe light on the receiver when pressed. This system has an operational range of 50 meters between the pushbutton and the receiver. POWER: Uses two C batteries (not included) and one 12-volt battery (included). An optional 12-volt power pack is available. WARRANTY: 12-month warranty.

Wireless Emergency Call Systems

The Wireless Emergency Call Systems is designed for use by seniors or individuals with severe physical disabilities in hospitals, long term care facilities, or residential facilities. The Button-Mate is designed for facilities that have a push-button call system. The standard model has a 1/4 inch plug which is inserted into the call system wall jack. It includes a Y-adapter with a 1/4 inch jack. The existing wired button can be inserted into the Y-adapter. The alarm system can then be activated

Wireless Laser Mouse 7000 (Model Kxa-00001)

The Wireless Laser Mouse 7000, model KXA-00001, is an ergonomic mouse and screen magnifier designed for use by individuals with low vision. This right-handed rechargeable laser mouse has a 2.4 gigahertz (GHz) wireless transceiver with a range of up to 30 feet. A magnifier button on mouse allows the user to point and click to enlarge and edit onscreen details. The Windows Flip feature allows the user to switch between open windows by clicking a button. The scroll wheel allows four-way scrolling.

Wireless Mail Chime (Model 1200)

The Wireless Mail Chime, model 1200, is a mailbox signal designed for use by individuals with mobility, hearing, or vision disabilities, or seniors. The unit notifies the users when mail has been delivered and comprises a sensor which is mounted on the mailbox door with the included double-sided tape and a receiver. When the mailbox door is opened, the Mail Chime will beep four times and a bright red LED light will light on the receiver. The unit is equipped with a volume control, works for a di

Wireless Portable Doorbell

The Wireless Portable Doorbell is a doorbell signal designed for individuals who are hard of hearing. This portable doorbell enables the user to place the chime unit wherver it can be heard; the doorbell transmits up to 100 feet through walls, doors, and floors. The system includes the chime unit and a waterproofed doorbell button with a low battery indicator. POWER: The chime unit uses 2 C batteries (not included). The battery is included for the doorbell button.

Wireless Strobe And Door Chime

The Wireless Strobe and Door Chime is a doorbell signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. This portable device features a choice of an eight note Westminster chime with a coordinating eight-flash strobe or a "ding-dong" chime with a two-flash strobe, volume control, a receptacle for other appliances, an on-off switch, and 64-chanel selectability to prevent false signaling. This unit has a 100-foot operating range.

Wireless Super Bed Shaker Bluetooth Alarm Clock

The Wireless Super Bed Shaker Bluetooth Alarm Clock is designed for users who are elderly, heavy sleepers, hard of hearing, deaf and more. The device allows the user to set alarms or smart phone notifications for calls, texts, messages and social media using the included App. Sleek unit slides under a pillow and attaches with a clip to keep stationary while sleeping. Internal memory retains time and preset alarms independent. Set up to 8 individual alarms for multiple days and times. Battery las

Wireless Vibration/sound Sensor Door Light

The Wireless Vibration/ Sound Sensor Door Light is a flashing light signal designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The unit is designed to be hung on a doorknob, and when someone knocks on the door or turns the doorknob, the unit lights in response. This unit may also be used with either a telephone or an alarm clock. POWER: Uses three double-A batteries (not included).

Wl-Led Lighted Magnifier

The WL-LED Lighted Magnifier is a handheld bifocal magnifying lens with light designed for use by individuals with low vision. This wallet magnifier has an unbreakable, scratch-resistant, distortion-free optical-quality lens. The magnifier provides 2X magnification with a 6X power insert bifocal lens. It has a built-in light emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark or low lighted areas. The light is operated with an on/off button. A carry case is included. POWER: Uses 2 button cell batteries (

Wl-Ledc Lighted Magnifier

The WL-LEDC Lighted Magnifier is a handheld magnifier lens designed for use by individuals with low vision. This wallet magnifier provides 2X magnification with a 6X power insert bifocal lens. It has a built-in light emitting diode (LED) light for use in dark or low lighted areas. The light is operated with an on/off button. A carry case is included. POWER: Uses 2 button cell batteries (included). DIMENSIONS (LxWxD): 6 x 3.25 x 0.5 inches. WARRANTY: Limited lifetime warranty.

Wonder-Flo Vacuum Cup, Model 1252

Wonder-Flo Vacuum Cup is made of durable molded polypropylene, consisting of a tumbler, a tight fitting top with spout and a rubber button used for controlled feeding, if needed. It is designed for people suffering from Dysphasia and to those individuals who are unable of drawing the liquid out by themselves. It is microwaveable and contains latex.

Wooden Braille Eraser (Model 1-00270-00)

The Wooden Braille Eraser, model 1-00270-00, is a braille eraser for individuals who are visually impaired. It is made of maple with a natural finish. It has a round tip on one end; and on the other, a handle with a flattened side to prevent the eraser from rolling away. DIMENSIONS: 2.5 inches long.

Word Building with LEGOS

Word Building with LEGOS is a do it yourself activity for children learning to write to practice sounding out words, creating an ending and adding different letters to the beginning of words to "build words". Legos are small enough to encourage a tripod grasp, resistive enough to work the intrinsic muscles of the hands, and open-ended enough to encourage problem-solving and creativity in play.

Word Maker

Word Maker is a reading tutorial program designed for use with children who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities. This program consists of 149 alphabet pictogram cards in five ring-bound packs with a stand. In addition to single consonants and vowels, the system presents diagraphs, blends, silent combinations, and suffixes. Each card features color coded letters and a corresponding pictogram. An unlimited number of words may be created by flipping the cards. DIMENSIONS: Letters are 2.5

Word Tracking High Frequency Words (Model Brw2)

Word Tracking High Frequency Words, model BRW2, is a braille training program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. This courseware package is designed to be used with the SAL Speech Assisted Learning System (see separate entry). This training program contains worksheets with exercises on the 500 most frequently used words in the English language in fully contracted (grade 2) braille. The package contains 63 pages. Each page contains a specific braille word for the st

Word Window Reading Guide

The Word Window Reading Guide is a line marker designed for use by individuals with perceptual or attending disabilities. This device looks like a bookmark with a transparent strip and functions like a highlighter. It features a narrow sentence-highlighter strip with a narrow, word-window-highlighter strip below it. DIMENSIONS: The sentence highlighting strip is 6 inches long and the word-window strip is 1 inch. COLOR: Black with yellow highlighter strips.

Word Wizard

Word Wizard is a language, reading, spelling and vocabulary tutorial program designed for use by parents and teachers working with children with low vision, learning, communication, cognitive or hearing disabilities. This application (or app) allows a parent or teacher to use an Apple iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to help children learn word and sentence structure and spelling. Word Wizard contains 173 word lists of 10 words and available categories include: Dolch Words, 1000 most frequently used w

Word-Family Fun

Word-Family Fun is a cued speech auditory-visual sign language training and program designed for use by individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or have communication or speech disabilities. This set of 10 CD-ROMs enables children to play with 45 word families and more than 300 words. Students learn common spelling patterns and vocabulary in groups such as the "at" family, which includes "cat," hat," and "bat." This educational software teaches common spelling patterns and vocabulary. The use

Wordq Writing Aid Software

WordQ is a word prediction program designed for use by individuals with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. This software works in conjunction with standard Windows and Macintosh word processors and other applications, using state-of-the-art word prediction to provide suggested word options. Text-to-speech capability provides cues. The software continuously provides word lists as the user types and combines visual and speech feedback to aid the user in appropriate word selection and in sel

Wordread

WordRead is a screen reader program designed for use by individuals who need assistance reading text from a computer. It speaks text on the computer screen using ScanSoft RealSpeak, including Word documents, e-mail, web pages, spreadsheets, presentations, and accessible PDF files. In Microsoft Word or web pages viewed with Internet Explorer, the user clicks the mouse at any starting point and presses the "play" button. The program reads from that point onward, highlighting each sentence as it is

Words & Concepts I

Words & Concepts I is a language and vocabulary tutorial program designed to enrich vocabulary, strengthen language comprehension, increase understanding of word relationships and encourage concept development for individuals with developmental, cognitive, physical, visual, hearing, and language learning disabilities, and autism. The program offers the following activities using a 40 noun core vocabulary and pictures, usually at three levels of difficulty: Vocabulary, Categorization, Word Id

Words Around Me

Words Around Me is a language tutorial program designed to teach vocabulary words grouped according to theme for pre-kindergarten thourgh sixth grade children with a developmental or physical disability. Words are represented with realistic on-screen photographs, animated graphics and human voices, and introduced by a humorous character who provides plenty of positive reinforcement. A flexible student management system allows teachers to record student progress and customize the progress for ind

Wordwise Intellikeys Bundle

The WordWise IntelliKeys Bundle is a vocabulary tutorial program and keytop overlay set designed for use with children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. The set includes the WordWise software (see separate entry) with six sets of 80 words from Attainment Company on a Macintosh/ Windows CD-ROM and the appropriate IntelliKeys (see separate entry) overlay that works with all word sets. COMPATIBILITY: For use on Macintosh or IBM and compatible computers. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: The

Wordwise Software Series

WordWise Software Series is a collection of vocabulary enhancement programs designed to combine words, pictures and two-way speech for individuals who have difficulty with communication. The programs have realistic and contemporary graphics that stress everyday vocabulary. The series is broken up into the six programs featuring 80 words a piece: People, Community, House, Outdoor, Actions, and Adjectives. Other features include attractive art, voice recording, human quality speech, and quiz, pres

Wordwise Sticker Set

WordWise Sticker Set are symbolic language pictures designed for use with communication boards and books or to teach everyday vocabulary for individuals with cognitive disabilities. The stickers in this package duplicate the pictures found in the WordWise Language Cards and the WordWise Master Cards (see separate entries). The stickers, with their realistic illustrations, may be used to create communication board and book layouts, flash cards, illustrated worksheets, and student word lists. The

Workbook Window

The Workbook Window is an educational aid and communication board designed for use by individuals with communication, speech or cognitive disabilities. The Workbook Window transforms any workbook into a write-on wipe-off Practice Book. To use, slide an open workbook into the clear vinyl sleeve. It can be used with dry erase markers or wipe-off crayons and accommodates standard size workbooks as well as single worksheets. The lapboard construction allows tabletop or lap use. The revrse side ha

Workcam

WorkCam is a video magnifier designed for use in an industrial workplace by individuals with low vision. It provides optical and digital magnification of equipment and materials so that employees with low vision can perform hands-on work with small scale components. It features a digital camera mounted on a flexible or articulating arm and interfaced to a video monitor or computer system to provide a live, high-resolution, high-magnification display. The magnifier is available with color or mono

Working4

The PECS system is described as an aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system in which individuals exchange pictures of items to obtain tangibles and other needs. The Working4 app is designed for use by individuals with communication and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) who are using a visual reinforcement system. This app visually reminds the user what they are working for, how much work needs to be done and how close they are to earning a reward for that work. This app can b

Wrist Hold-Down (Model 5395)

The Wrist Hold-Down, model 5395, is designed to stabilize the user's wrist and hand to prevent excessive movement while writing. The system includes a metal plate with a painted surface, and three plastic cups that are attached to the user's wrist on a wristband with Velcro closures. The user selects the cup that provides the amount of friction desired when writing. Magnetic power is 35 pounds. DIMENSIONS: Metal plate is 12 x 18 inches.

Wristtalker

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable a child with communication disabilities to say when she needs to go to the washroom. A small recorder, available at Radio Shack, was used to pre-record the statement "I need to go to the washroom." A recorded doorbell sound was added as an attention-getter. To enable the girl to control playback, the device was adapted with a bonded-on, wrap-around plastic pad, which in turn had a small nipple bonded on the underside that engages the "play" button only

Write Slant Boards

The Write Slant Boards are a low angle, 20 Degree surface made of lightweight plexiglass designed for individuals in wheelchairs or with upper extremity disabilities to encourage better posture and positioning while writing or reading. Has a large metal clip to hold paper and non-slip discs to prevent sliding.

Writeonline

WriteOnline is a voice output word processor program, word prediction program and on-screen keyboard program designed for individuals at all ability levels, including people with learning disabilities, dyslexia, low vision, or cognitive disabilities. It has a wide range of accessibility options for users who cannot use a mouse or keyboard, including individuals with upper extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. The user can install the program from CD or access the program over the Interne

Writer's Block

Writer's Block is a game that helps creativity for individuals with autism, ADHD, or a variety of diagnoses. The player reaches in and grab a card to spark creativity early in the writing or oral storytelling process. This game features 86 double-sided prompt cards color-coded by subject (language, math, science, social studies) with real-life photographs on front and writing prompts on reverse.

Writing Aids.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Increase grasp on writing implement. Five drawings of adaptations for pens and pencils including a foam curler slipped over the writing implement and secured with tape; a pen or pencil pushed through a practice golf ball to create a larger grasping surface; corrugated rubber tubing slipped over implement to increase friction; a rectangular block with angled opening for pen or pencil; and a suggestion for using a regular large diameter pen (1-2 inches).

Writing Bird

The Writing Bird is a pen or pencil holder designed for persons with limited hand coordination or dexterity, arthritis, neurological disabilities, and weak thumb to fingertip pinch. This writing aid requires using an arm to shoulder motion rather than wrist movement with the fingers in any position, and is used by sliding the unit over the paper. The device comes with a retractable pen held in place at the top of the unit. The device may benefit individuals who need to learn to write with the no

Writing C.l.a.w.

The writing C.L.A.W. is a writing tool designed to teach individuals how to write properly, encourages proper muscle placement and aids those with dexterity issues. Provides comfort and fits left or right hand. To use, simply slide a writing instrument into center circle. Place thumb into largest opening, followed by forefinger and middle finger. The writing instrument rests in the proper tripod position. Fits pens, pencils, crayons and markers. Recommended by occupational therapists and teacher

Writing Grip

DO IT YOURSELF ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To make a pencil easier to grasp for a person with grasping disabilities. With scissors, cut strips from a section of rubber pipe insulation. Glue the strips to a pencil. MATERIALS: pencil; rubber pipe insulation; glue. TOOLS: Scissors. SKILLS REQUIRED: Cutting. TITLE: Doing It Yourself. AUTHOR: Wechsler, K. JOURNAL: Quest. WEB SITE: http://www.mdausa.org/publications/Quest/q111diy.cfm. REF: Vol. 11, No. 1, January/February 2004.

Writing Grips (Nc21021)

Writing Grips, model NC21021, are pen and pencil holders and triangular finger grips designed to facilitate writing for people who have difficulty grasping writing utensils. The soft plastic grips slide over the barrel of any standard pen or pencil and the bulb design provides a built-up grasping area and encourages proper finger positioning.

Writing Guide

"DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY --- PURPOSE: To enable individuals with fine motor or vision disabilities to stay within lines on a tablet or write in straight lines. To make the guide, place a sheet of card stock on flat surface. Use a color that will create contrast between the writing surface and the guide. Using a ruler, measure one-half inch from left side of card stock at top and bottom and mark with a dot. Do the same on the right side. Place ruler along both dots and draw a connecting line from

Writing Rascal

Writing rascal is a new character-face writing tool that facilitates a proper grasp with molded finger indentations that naturally promote a functional tripod grasp, with three different grasping positions. Made of soft, rubbery material. Intended for use by children ages 5 and up who are learning hand-writing. Comes in right and left hand options.

Writing Template For The Blind.

--- "DO IT YOURSELF" ENTRY ------- PURPOSE: Template designed to enable a blind employment interviewer to fill out standard forms. Describes need for and development of a copper-laminate template using standard methods for producing printed circuit boards, involving development of positive and reverse films and photochemical etching. Described as being more expensive than hand cutting plastic or cardboard forms, but easier to duplicate for mass production. COMMENTS: For information contact the a

Wyndtell Wireless Messaging Service

Wyndtell wireless messaging service is a paging system designed for use by individuals with hearing disabilities. This mobile paging system enables the user to send and receive e-mail, send and receive telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD) messages, send faxes, send a text-to-speech message to any telephone, receive a speech-to-text message, and send a message to any one-way alpha-numeric pager. Two pager models and three service plans are available to meet user communication needs. A one-

Wynn Wizard & Wynn Reader

WYNN Wizard and WYNN Reader are voice output, web browser, and text editor programs intended to help individuals with learning disabilities to read, write, study, and comprehend text more effectively. WYNN can read aloud ASCII text files, standard word processing files, digital talking books (DAISY and NIMAS), PDF files, web pages, and e-mail using RealSpeak Solo, which offers multiple voices and languages. Text is highlighted as it is read, and the user can control the speed at which text is re

X-10 Phone Module

The X-10 Phone Module is a telephone signal indicator designed to provide visual signaling to persons with hearing disabilities. The module directly connects to an existing phone line. A lamp, which is plugged into the module, will flash when the phone rings. The X-10 Phone Module can also be used as a pager.

X-10 Powerflash Interface (Model Pf284)

Burglar alarm interface. Connects to standard burglar alarm. When set off will flash lights or blast stereo or television to frighten intruder. Must be used in combination with X-10 modules.

X-Base Table Top Mount

The X-Base Table Top Mount is a table mount for communicator designed for use by individuals with speech or communication disabilities and severe physical or neurological disabilities. Each of the X-base's four legs is adjustable by loosening the center knob to accommodate uneven surfaces. The communicator attachment provides vertical adjustment, 360-degree rotation, and tilt control.

X10 Universal Module (Model Um506)

The X10 Universal Module, model UM506, is an environmental control switch module designed to switch any low voltage load for individuals with physical disabilities. The module responds to X10 (sold separately) command signals which originate from environmental controls and other remote controls. This module uses isolated contacts to control such low voltage devices as sprinkler systems, drapery controls, garage door openers, and yard lighting. It can be set for momentary or sustained contact clo

Xtrakey

XtraKey is a program that allows "macros" to be defined for keys on the computer keyboard. A macro is a string of characters which can be activated by typing one character. The user can assign up to seven different macros to each key, and by selecting the macro set and then depressing a key, the user selects that string of characters for that key. The length of each character string is limited only by the amount of memory the user wishes to consume. Defined macros can also be set up so as to act

Yikes!

Yikes! are easy grasp pencils designed for use by individuals with upper extremity fine motor disabilities. These colorful number 2 pencils are triangular in shape to encourage proper hand positioning.

Yoropen

Yoropen is an ergonomic pen, pencil or crayon designed for use by individuals with arthritis, multiple sclerosis, repetitive stain injury, or grasping disabilities. This writing instrument has an adjustable grasp to reduce writing strain and cramp. COLORS: Blue or pink pen with blue ink, black pen with black ink, blue pencil, or multi-colored crayon.

Zacc

ZACC is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. This CCTV is a high-resolution full color desktop video magnifier with a ball bearing mounted X-Y table for positioning of material to be viewed. It can be used for reading text or multicolor magazines, looking at photographs, or doing hand work such as small repairs, crafts, writing cards and letters, or doing crossword puzzles. The unit is controlled with a small four-button keypad that can be conveniently placed where the

Zacc-Bw

ZACC-BW is a desktop CCTV designed for use by individuals with low vision. It is a high-resolution black and white desktop video magnifier with a ball bearing mounted X-Y table for positioning of material to be viewed. It can be used for reading text or doing handwork such as small repairs, crafts, writing cards and letters, or doing crossword puzzles. The unit is controlled using three pushbuttons on a small keypad that can be conveniently placed where the user wishes. Two buttons control the m

Zaner Bloser Utensils

Zaner Bloser Utensils are easy grasp pens and pencils designed for use by individuals with upper extremity disabilities. This pen and pencil (sold separately) have built-up barrel shafts with ridges surfaces for an easier, less fatiguing grasp. The pencil is slightly weighted. OPTIONS: A set of 36 pencil refils and a pen refill are available. COLOR: The ink is blue.

Zavox Speech Amplifier

ZaVox is a small, portable speech amplifier designed for use by people with speech disabilities. It can be worn around the waist on a belt. A small multi-directional microphone can be held in a variety of positions. However, better results are achieved when the microphone is closest to the mouth. The voice is amplified through the main unit amplifier, and the speaker cone is constructed of durable polyester. One push-button turns the unit on and off, and two push-buttons control the output volum

Zbs Audio

ZBS Audio CDs are recorded books designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The catalog features books and radio/audio stories on CD in categories that include science fiction, mystery, humor, and children's books. Many of the radio/audio productions were originally broadcast on National Public Radio, the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation), or the CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation). Titles and authors include The Complete Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy, by Dougl

Zingui

Zingui is a dynamic tool for augmentative communication designed for use by individuals with communication, cognitive, learning or speech disabilities. Zingui allows users to make recordings and store them into message cells. It comes with ready-made vocabulary that can be personalized. The Zingui can be operated via touch screen, through one or two switches, a USB mouse or any other USB access method. Zingui Plus offers all the features of Zingui, but with added text-to-speech software featurin

Zoo Kit

The Zoo Kit is a set of symbolic language pictures designed for teaching basic language skills to nonspeech or limited speech students. The kit focuses on 53 zoo animal nouns, descriptors, and verbs. Included are 44 or 88 stamps for each symbol, two decks of 54 playing cards with 2-inch versions of the picture symbol set, masters of duplicable worksheets, large stimulus cards to promote discussion of themes, suggestions for adapting materials, masters of symbols, and instructions for suggested a

Zoom-Ex

Zoom-Ex is a portable low vision reading system designed for use by individuals with low vision. The device connects to an available USB port of an IBM or compatible computer (not included) to display magnified reading material on the monitor. Because the magnified lines wrap rather than run off the screen, the system does not require an X-Y table. Reading is accomplished by scrolling down the page. Once a page is scanned with Zoom-Ex, it stores the whole page in memory. It can be saved for fut

Zoom-Twix

The Zoom-Twix is a video magnifier and optical character recognition (OCR) device designed for use by individuals with low vision. This system combines a digital scanner and OCR with a zoomable long distance camera to capture and magnify what's on a blackboard or whiteboard or on a desk, all controlled from a laptop computer keyboard. The foldable stand holds two autofocus cameras, while the edges of the stand and its anodized aluminum support legs act as an alignment guide for material to be sc

Zoomate

ZOOMATE is a switch adapted Bluetooth device designed for use by individuals with upper extremity, fine motor, or severe physical disabilities. This cellular phone speaker add on allows any adaptive switch with an 1/8-inch plug (not included)to enable the user to answer, end, and initiate calls using the voice dialing software of the existing cell phone. OPTIONS: Adapter that Bluetooth-enables an existing cell phone.

Zoomcontacts

ZoomContacts is a large print contacts database program designed for use by individuals who have low vision. The program enables an Apple iPad to display contacts in large print for people who have difficulty seeing. ZoomContacts uses the iPad’s internal contact database to store and manage information but presents the data using multiple font size and color combination choices. The user can use the “+” button to add contacts to the database. The user also can search for contacts by typing direc

Zoomreader

ZoomReader is a video magnification program and a voice output optical character recognition (OCR) program designed for use by people with low vision. This program enables an Apple iPhone 4 to function as a magnifier and to read text out loud for people who have difficulty seeing enlarged text. The program takes a picture of the item the user wants to see magnified, then converts the image into text using OCR technology. The user can read the magnified text or listen to it as ZoomReader reads th

ZoomText Express

The ZoomText Express is a screen magnifier designed for those who have low vision and need larger print when using a computer screen and lean in to read the fine print. It provides a gentle boost of magnification (up to 2 times) so that hard to read text is larger, clearer, and easier to see. The user can also apply a soft tint to white areas of the screen or reverse all colors to eliminate that familiar blinding glare.

Zoomtext Magnifier

ZoomText Magnifier is a screen magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program provides magnification of up to 16 times and enhances the entire screen. Features include features all color smoothing, for clear and sharp text at all magnification levels, pointer and cursor enhancements that make it easy to find the mouse pointer and text cursor, and color filtering that enables users to change screen colors. Other features include Web Finder, Desktop Finder, Zoo

Zoomtext Magnifier / Screen Reader

ZoomText Magnifier/Screen Reader is a screen reader and magnification program designed for use by individuals with low vision. This program provides all the features of ZoomText Magnifier (see separate entry) plus screen reading capability. In addition to the screen magnification features, this program also provides screen reading that echoes typing, reads information pointed to by the mouse, and speaks program events as they occur. Flexible verbosity settings gives the user complete control ove

Zurk's Rainforest Lab

Zurk's Rainforest Lab is an academic tutorial program designed to develop language, life science, math and thinking skills for individuals with a developmental or physical disability. Through exploring the Central American rainforest, students will sharpen reading, writing and critical thinking skills, while learning basic math, geometry and life science. On their adventures, students engage in five activities including completing pattern puzzles, classifying animals, and searching for camouflag