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Hrbek-Sing Communication & Assistive DevicesThe Hrbek-Sing Communication & Assistive Device Program helps people with ALS maintain their independence by providing communication equip-ment, computer access equipment, and/or environmental control devices.

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Rapid Access Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Voice/Message Banking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Speech generating devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Voice Amplification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Environmental Adaptations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Alternative Computer Accesss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Tablets and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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E-Tran Board

Rapid Access Communication

A basic eye gaze communi-cation board that enables people with severe speech impairments to communi-cate by focusing their gaze on selected items displayed on the board.

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Communication SheetsSimple partner-assist-ed communication tool used by pointing or with laser pointer.

Boogie Board An LCD tablet provides a writing alternative to a paper/pencil.

Switch adapted laser pointer

Laser is mounted to glasses or a cap

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Sennheiser USB Microphone

Voice/Message Banking

Used to save phrases on a desktop or laptop computer using Model Talker or Acapela program.

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Tobii DynavoxDedicated* speech generating device that can be controlled through eye gaze.

VisuALS Windows-based eye gaze tablet (not dedicated).

Speech Generating Devices

VisuALS

*It is recommended that insurance is pursued for dedicated SGD’s.

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Voice Amplifier

Voice Amplification

Projects voice and conserves energy (used and pictured with a microphone).

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Collar Microphone

Unidirectional mic on a bendable gooseneck that wraps easily around the neck and allows you to bend the mic element up to the side of the mouth.

3-Way Microphone

Versatile mic offers even better pick-up than the pre-vious version for very weak, breathy or wispy voices. Mounted on a thin, flexible spring steel headband.

Super-Lite Microphone

This tan flesh-tone mic has supports that hook around both ears to keep the microphone close to the lips for maximum output.

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Throat (Transdermal) Microphone

Voice Amplification (cont.)

Absorbs vibrations directly from the wearer’s throat by way of sensors.

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Plantronics Bluetooth Headset

Hands-free voice activated cell phone accessory.

Future Call

Phones

Hands-free switch activated phone.

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Smart Speaker

Environmental Adaptations

Cloud based, voice/tablet activated smart speaker.

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Smart Light BulbsLED bulbs that can be controlled with Apple or Androids apps.

Remote SpeakerVoice controlled remote speaker.

Smart Plugs

Small devices that plug into any outlet and allow you to control the con-nected appliance wire-lessly through an app.

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Amazon Echo Connect

Environmental Adaptations (cont.)

Echo Connect uses your existing home phone service (landline) to make and receive calls in collaboration with your smart speaker.

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Amazon Fire CubeEntertainment control unit used to control the television.

WyzePersonal security camera with two-way audio. Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

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Spec/Jelly Bean Switch

Switches

Light-touch finger activated switch.

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Pillow SwitchSoft switch that can be activated with gen-tle pressure.

Tent SwitchSensitive switch plate on a wedge platform that can be clipped on to bedding.

Buddy Button Button switch that re-quires only the slight-est touch for activation.

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Microlight Switch

Switches (cont.)

Switch can activate a device with feather-weight touch.

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Honey Bee SwitchSwitch can be activated touch-free at 3 and 6 inch distances.

Candy Corn SwitchHighly sensitive touch-free switch that can be activated with just a wave.

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Switch-Adapted Chime Alert

AlertsBattery powered porta-ble alarm used to notify caregiver when assis-tance is needed.

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Ergo MiceReduces hand movement required to control the mouse.

Trackball Mice

Audio (Baby) Monitor

Used to amplify sounds in another room.

Alternative Computer Access

Requires much less wrist movement than a traditional mouse.

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Ergo Rest

Alternative Computer Access (Cont.)

Supports forearm while typing.

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Key GuardRigid cover that covers keyboard and simpli-fies typing.

Typing AidsHelps people with limited functional hand skills to accu-rately depress keys.

GlassOuse

GlassOuse is worn like a pair of glasses and connects to mobile phones, computers, tablets and Smart TVs via Bluetooth.

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Speech Assistant Text to speech; customizable

PredictableText to Speech, can hand-write or type. Use with Model Talker and Acapela.

Applications

Verbally Robust text to speech app

Learn more about these and other apps available through the program here.

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Tablets

Tablets & Accessories

Mac, Android, or Windows.

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Bluetooth SwitchesBluetooth switch provides dual switchaccess.

Bluetooth Speakers Used to amplify sound.

Foam HandleUsed to build up handles.

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Standard Stylus

Tablets & Accessories (Cont.)

Used to write on a touch screen tablet.

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Flexible Stylus

The ifaraday stylus can wrap around the hand and eliminates the need to grip the stylus.

Telescoping Stylus Extended length stylus.

Universal Cuff Designed to give peo-ple with limited grip or dexterity controlled use of items.

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Tabletop/Desk Clamp

Mounts

Holds tablets & AAC devices.

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Tablet & SGD Floor Mount

Upright stand used to support a tablet or speech generating device.

Tablet Tray Used to support a tablet.

Wheelchair Mount

Attaches to a wheelchair for hands free access to cellphones or tablets. Heavier duty mounts available for SGDs,