Feb/March 2020 Closing The Gap Resource Directory

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The provide you with multiple options to fit your needs, your aac device, and wheelchair. Mountbatten HumanWare Price: $2750 - $4595 Device: braille input, braille output Disability: vision The Mountbatten Writer and Mountbatten Learning System have been designed to introduce students to Braille literacy in a fun and inclusive manner.The Mountbat- ten Whisperer Writer and Learning System is not available as well

switch interface, dedicated communicator, environmental control, speech output Disability: cognitive, hearing, learning, physical, speech For people who have physical disabili- ties which affect all their limbs it can be difficult to control a computer. Nous: lets people control assistive software by blink- ing. It only uses your intentional blinks, so you can still blink comfortably.

screen.This means you can use lots of your favorite software programs.

allowing it to be worn for extended periods of time.

NeuroNode Control Bionics Inc. Price: $13500 - $13500

ONYX Deskset HD Freedom Scientific, Inc.

Price: $2295 - $2695 Device: large print Disability: vision The ONYX Deskset HD lets you read what you want, across the room or at your desk.The 3-in-1 flexible camera provides document reading, distance viewing, and self-viewing modes, with 125x magnifica- tion, 33 high-contrast color modes, and advanced features like Freeze Frame, Focus Lock, and a unique RF remote control.

Device: alternative keyboard, keyboard emulator, mouse emulator, switch, switch interface, dedicated communicator, environmental control, speech output Disability: physical, speech, vision The NeuroNode is the world’s first wearable and wireless EMG assistive com- munication and control device for those living with paralysis and loss of speech. Small and non-invasive, the NeuroNode wireless sensor is placed on the skin over the muscle chosen to be the switch.When you attempt to move that muscle, the Neu- roNode detects your bioelectrical (EMG) signals, even if there is no visible muscle movement, and uses these signals to allow you to control your computer, tablet, or cellular device. Ni-Yon Compusult Limited Price: $299 Device: switch interface, environmental control Disability: physical Ni-Yon allows a physical disabled person to independently and simultaneously control a computer one or two external devices via dual switch input and output ports. It has a timed control system for switching be- tween device and a smart battery backup system for controlling external devices if the computer shuts down. No Touch Talker Attainment Company, Inc. Price: $49 Device: speech output Disability: cognitive, learning, physical, speech, vision No Touch Talker is a single message device that is activated by motion. It has 10 sec- onds of record time and a sensitive motion detector. Examples of uses: announcing safety issues (e.g. wet floor, need help, stairs ahead).Three AAA batteries included. Non Adjustable Proximity Switch Adaptive Switch Laboratories, Inc. Price: $660 Device: switch Disability: physical The ASL 204 is a single function switch with an activation range of touch to 1/4 inch. Activation occurs when it senses a hand or another part of the body in the activation area. It can be built with a mono port and be either 12 or 24 volt. nous: wearable blink switch Thought-Wired Price: $1500 - $1500 Device: alternative keyboard, switch,

NOVA Chat 10 Saltillo Corporation Price: $3895 - $5395 Device: speech output Disability: speech

NOVA Chat 10 has the largest display of any Chat communication device. It offers the Chat Software on an Android platform. Like all Chats, NOVA Chat 10 offers a durable yet sleek portable design, with features that include switch scanning, Social Chat and many other features.

Mouse Emulator Adaptive Switch Laboratories, Inc. Price: $846 Device: mouse emulator Disability: physical

ONYX Portable HD Freedom Scientific, Inc.

Price: $2495 - $2495 Device: large print Disability: vision

The ASL 553 is available in a three switch or five switch configuration and can be used with Mac or PC computers. It has six mono ports, which include left and right click, up/down/left/right mouse move- ment, that switches can be plugged into for computer access through a USB port. Multi-user Sip/Puff Switch Origin Instruments Corp. Price: $399 Device: switch Disability: physical A multi-user version of the popular Sip/ Puff switch designed for multiple users incorporates a special, disposable mouth- piece eliminating concerns over sanitation. Perfect for assessment centers, healthcare facilities and hospitals. Comes in a plastic case for secure storage and convenient transport.

This compact, portable video magnifier is designed for busy students and profes- sionals who have trouble reading printed text and distant objects.The 3-in-1 video magnifier connects to a monitor or PC and is foldable and lightweight so you can take it to work or school and anywhere in your home.

NOVA Chat 5 Saltillo Corporation Price: $2995 - $4495 Device: speech output Disability: speech

NOVA Chat 5 is the smallest of the NOVA chats with a 5.0 inch display and weighing in at only 0.95 pounds. NOVA Chat 5 offers a durable yet sleek design, with features that include switch scanning, Social Chat, IVONA speech synthesizer and many other Chat features. NOVA Chat 8 Saltillo Corporation Price: $3495 - $4995 Device: dedicated communicator, speech output Disability: speech NOVA chat 8 is a communication system that offers the well-known Chat software on an Android platform. Like all “Chats,” NOVA chat 8 offers a durable yet sleek por- table design, with features that include an 8” display, switch scanning,IVONA speech synthesizer, and many other Chat features. NuEyes e2 NuEyes Technologies Price: $2795 Device: optical character recognition, speech output Disability: vision Headworn Electronic Magnifier for Low Vision that is Evenly Balanced and Com- fortable to Wear. Unlike other products that are simply a VR headset smartphone holder, the e2 was designed from the ground up to be evenly balanced on your face for maximum comfort. Because the e2 is a self-contained device, it eliminates the added weight and heat of a smartphone that is simply inside a VR holder.We are the only all-in-one device designed to help the visually impaired with maximum comfort

Orby Switch Origin Instruments Corp. Price: $39.95 Device: switch Disability: physical

Orby is a colorful adaptive switch featur- ing a smooth, and contoured 2.5-inch diameter design that is less than 1-inch tall. Orby has a smooth and consistent actua- tion across the entire switch surface with clear tactile and audible feedback.Two year warranty and available in red, green, blue and yellow. Outspoken Communicator Mobile Bundle Compusult Limited Price: $1099 - $1399 Device: alternative keyboard, dedicated communicator Disability: speech Compusult’s Outspoken Communicator Mobile Bundle is a high-quality portable Augmentative and Alternative Commu- nication (AAC) solution. It includes your choice of AAC apps, pre-installed on an Apple or Android tablet, plus accessories such as external speaker, protective case, and documentation. AAC options include AssistiveWare’s Proloquo2Go,Therapy Box’s Predictable and several others.

MyBoard-lc AbleNet, Inc. Price: $55

Device: alternative keyboard, large print Disability: cognitive, learning, physical, vision The MyBoard-lc, with large 1-inch keys and lower-case lettering and color-coded vowels, consonants, numbers and function keys, allows kids to use a computer key- board with better control, while develop- ing fine motor skills and learning to type. The MyBoard-lc is also a great keyboard for children with vision or motor-skill impairment.

MyGaze Eye Tracker Inclusive TLC Price: $1495 - $1495 Device: mouse emulator Disability: cognitive, physical

Pal Pad Adaptivation, Inc.

The myGaze Eye Tracker will follow your eye movements so that you can move the cursor around the screen, select or ‘click’ on images by looking at them a little longer and drag the cursor around the

Price: $39 - $49 Device: switch Disability: cognitive, learning, physical, speech, vision

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