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NOVA CHAT 5

This communication device is created by Saltillo and is a portable device with a 5 inch display. It includes chat software that has multiple vocabulary configurations and several voices to chose from. The device is touchscreen and can be accessible by finger tough or with a stylus that is included. It also has a unique design that allows it to stand up for easy use. This device is for individuals that have varying medical impairments

NOVA CHAT 8This communication device is also made by Saltillo and is portable with an 8 inch display. It uses the same chat software that the NOVA chat 5 uses and its also accessible by finger touch or a stylus that is included. This device can be used in the landscape or portrait orientation and comes with a built in stand and handle at the top. A fixed or hinged keyboard is also available to attach to the device to dissociate the boxes on the screen for easier use.

NOVA CHAT 10

This communication device is the same to the previous two devices; however, the screen is 10.1 inches. It is still accessible by finger touch or the stylus that is included. This device can also be used in the landscape or portrait orientation and has a built in stand and handle for easy access as well. It also comes with the fixed or hinged keyguard to dissociate the boxes on the screen.

MOBI TWO WITH EYE GAZE ACCESS

This communication device has a 12 inch screen and is built with a purposeful tablet computer system and can be portable. It supports both touch and eye gaze interaction and can be mounted on a wheelchair, table or any other furniture with the correct built-in stand. A stand and mounting plate are included. This device is designed for individuals that have ALS, aphasia, cerebral palsy or Rhett Syndrome, along with other conditions, and it helps them communicate on a daily basis. Patients that use this device are able to communicate by facing the device and choosing what they want to say from the word tiles that are listed on the page. By placing their eyes over their word choices, the computer system can compile their sentences or phrases so they are able to communicate their daily needs and wants.

TOBII DYNAVOX T-10This communication device is made by Tobii and is 10.15 inches by 7.67 inches. it is portable with a touch screen and can be carried or mounted, depending on its use. The vocabulary and communication tools on the device can be set at different levels depending on age and communication ability. This device also comes with several voice choices. It is designed for patients that have

TOBII DYNAVOX I-15 SERIES WITH EYE GAZE ACCESS

This communication device is made by Tobii and facilitates computer access, environmental controls, speech and long distance communication. This device supports both touch and eye gaze interaction as it has a built-in eye tracker. This device is designed for individuals that have ALS, aphasia, cerebral palsy or Rhett Syndrome, along with other conditions and it helps them communicate on a daily basis.

IPAD WITH AUGMENTATIVE COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE

This iPad has software installed on it to assist patients in communicating and practicing sounds in order to better their speech. With different applications and programs, patients can communicate and learn how to correct their speech in order to be better understood and able to communicate easier.

CHEAP TALK This device can be programmed using voice recordings to allow patients to communication. Each color can have a saying or phrase recorded and the patient can communicate by choosing the button and best suits what they are trying to say. The recordings can be changed to fit the needs for communication during therapy or everyday life.

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THERAPY COMMUNICATION BOARDS

These therapy communication boards can be created to fit the needs of an individual patient. They are used to address various topics and allow for easy use by the patient. On this communication board, the patient could discuss his or her body parts and animal sounds by moving the various pieces around the board. If asked about which body parts hurt a patient could move the piece that depicts the body part that hurts. For the animal sounds, if a therapist asks which animal makes a certain sound, the patient can choose the picture of the animal that correlates to the question asked.

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