Augmentative Communication Augmentative Communication may consist of a variety of means for an individual to communicate effectively with others. There are many high technology and low technology solutions now available for persons with these needs. This page will briefly discuss some types of solutions available to you. For specific questions you may want to contact us directly. Low Technology Solutions | Tips to Consider | Picture Boards Picture Wallets Sign-Language Switch Adapted Toys Switch Adapted Tape Recorder Power Links Object Communicators Crestalks Tech Speak Talkers Step Communicators Cheap Talks Talking Photo Frames PEC-Picture Exchange Communication Adapted Storybooks SuperTalker | Cognitive Ability Vision Motor Skills Portability/Accessibility Heirarchy of Display Items Communication Boards: - Actual Boards
- Photographs (Color or B/W)
- Picture Symbols (How abstract)
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High Technology Solutions | Tips to Consider | Dynavox-Series IV Freedom 2000 Laptop Computers w/ Speaking Software Say It-Sam by Words Plus Chat PC by Enkidu Enkide Portable Impact Devices TechTouch Mercury Springboard by Prentke Romich
| Environment it be used. Portability of Device Level of Complication Needs of Individual May Be Constantly Changing Durability of Device If Just Beginning, May Need Prerequisite Skills and Consistent Training Before Progress Will be Noticed. Amount of training and support in order to use.
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