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Selected Vendors and Resources |
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Updated: May 2006
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Selected Vendors and Manufacturers
Alphabetized by name: A B CDEFGHIJ K LM N OP Q RSTU V W X Y Z
Selected Books on Augmentative Communication and Adaptive Play
Selected Organizations and Publications
Selected Vendors and Manufacturers |
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| | ||Ability Research Inc.| | ||
- They produce the Hand Held Voice
| | ||Ablenet| | ||
1081 Tenth Ave. S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55414 (612) 379-0956
or (800) 322-0956 http://www.ablenetinc.com
- They sell: the Tango*, Flash, Talking Symbols notepads, SuperTalker communicator, Step by steps, iTalk2, Jelly Bean switches, Specs switches, Jelly Beamer wireless switch, battery device adapters and a variety of battery devices including a digital camera and the All Turn-It Spinner. They also have mounts, Powerlink control unit, books and curriculum resources.
*See Blink Twice for more info on the Tango: http://www.blink-twice.com/
| | ||ADAMLAB | | ||
- They sell the Super Hawk (digitized speech) Black Hawk, Light Hawk, and other Hawk communication devices
| | ||Adaptivation, Inc. | | ||
2225 W. 50th Street, Suite 100 Sioux Falls, SD 57105, 1-800-723-2783 or
605 335-4445, fax: 605 335-4446.
http://www.adaptivation.com/
- They sell the VoicePal, Sequencer, Chipper, Randomizer, FreeHand, FreeSwitch, Pal Pads, wireless Pal Pad, Taction Pads (Flexible Switches) and Battery Interrupters.
| | ||AlphaSmart, Inc.| | ||
973 University Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95032,
888-274-0680 or 408-355-1000, 408-355-1055 (fax) http://www.alphasmart.com/
- They sell the AlphaSmart, Dana, Dana Wireless, and the Neo - portable keyboards with a variety of editing and productivity functions. Connect to a computer or directly to a printer.
| | ||Applied Human Factors, Inc. | | ||
P.O. Box 228, Helotes, TX 78023, Phone: 888 243-0098 or 210 408-0098, Fax: 210 408-0098, http://www.ahf-net.com. They conduct research and sell REACH Interface Author, REACH with Smart Keys, REACH with Smart Lists, REACH Sound-It-Out Phonetic Keyboard, REACH Scan Plus, REACH Scan Plus Lists, SoothSayer Word Prediction, ScanBuddy, REACH Tablet, Mouse&Caret Buddy, Smart Speech, and the AHF User Bundle.
| | ||Assistive Technology, Inc. | | ||
http://www.assistivetech.com
- They sell the Mercury, MiniMerc™, LEO, Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices, the LinkPLUS™ Speech Generating Device (keyboard), and Stages software
| | ||Attainment Company | | ||
- They sell a variety of communication aids and devices including the GoTalks, Personal Talker (talking photo frames) and numerous resources.
| | ||Augmentative Resources Inc | | ||
- They sell a vast array of communication and literacy products made out Velcro-sensitive fabric.
| | ||CAST| | ||
40 Harvard Mills Square, Suite 3, Wakefield, MA 01880-3233 (781) 245-2212, (781) 245-5212 FAX http://www.cast.org
- They research Universal Design for Learning and publish articles and books.
| | ||Creative Communicating| | ||
- They sell the Storytime Series of products, teacher resource manuals, videos, puppets, software programs, adaptive equipment, engineering materials, online subscription to Adapted Stories to Go, and on-line courses.
| | ||Creative Educational Surplus / Discount School Supply| | ||
- This company sells lots of great teaching materials gathered from surplus markets. They have containers, parts for crafts, science supplies, etc. They also have an extensive line of Velcro products.
| | ||Crestwood Company| | ||
- They sell communication devices, adapted toys, switches, pictures symbol systems and a variety of parts for constructing manual communication systems.
| | ||Crick Software| | ||
-They sell Clicker, Penfriend, ClosePro and other software for literacy, multimedia, access, and communication. Check out their extensive shared resources at: http://www.learninggrids.com/us.
| | ||Don Johnston, Inc. | | ||
- They sell SOLO, which includes: Read:Outloud, Draft:Builder, Write:Outloud, and Co:Writer. They have several series of Start-to-Finsh books, and a variety of other resource materials and software for literacy.
| | ||Dunamis Inc. | | ||
3545 Cruse Road, Suite 312, Lawrenceville, Ga 30044 800-828-2443 or 770-279-1144. Fax: 770-279-0809
http://dunamisinc.com
- They sell a wide range of assistive technology, augmentative communication and learning products from a broad range of manufacturers. They also do consulting, trainings and custom software design.
| | ||Dynavox Systems LLC | | ||
http://www.dynavoxsys.com email: sales@dynavoxsys.com
- They sell the DynaVox, Dynamite, Dyanwrite, Dynamo, MIGHTYmo, MINImo, Enkidu devices as well as communication software that will run on Windows computers.
| | ||Educational Resources| | ||
- They are a discount supplier of software and hardware from many companies.
| | ||Enabling Devices / Toys for Special Children| | ||
- (Steven Kanor Ph.D., Biomedical Engineer) He sells a wide variety of innovative adapted toys and switches, Cheap Talks, Say-it, Shadow Talker, Adapted TV Remote Control, and Nintendo Interface Module.
| | ||Exceptional Computing| | ||
http://www.exceptionalcomputing.com/
- They sell a No-Contact switch, Magnet Switch, Latch Switch, adapted music products, and adapted products from a variety of companies.
| | ||Feelings, Inc.| | ||
- They sell communication vests and toys made from Tempo Loop Display fabric.
| | ||Frame Technologies| | ||
- They sell inexpensive digitized voice-output devices: Voice-in-a Box, TalkPad and MicroVoice.
| | ||Gallaudet University Bookstore | | ||
- They sell the Comprehensive Signed English Dictionary and numerous children's books in Sign.
| | ||The Great Talking Box Company | | ||
- They sell the E-Talker, Dynamic Display Augmentative Communication device, the EasyTalk and Digicom-2000.
| | ||Gus Communications, Inc. | | ||
- The sell Gus! Communicators, SpeechPRO and Communicator dynamic display software for Windows.
| | ||Hach| | ||
- They sell integrated touch screens for IBM and Macintosh, programmable switch interface for IBM and a variety of software and hardware for both platforms.
| | ||Inclusive TLC, Inc| | ||
- They sell a variety of adapted inputs as well as software designed to be used with one or two swtiches.
| | ||IntelliTools| | ||
- They sell IntelliKeys (with cables to IBM, Macintosh and Apple IIGS and IIe with a card), Overlay Maker , IntelliTalk , IntelliPics and ClickIt .
| | ||Judy Lynn Software| | ||
http://www.judylynn.com
- Single switch software for IBM PC and Compatibles and a switch interface.
| | ||LAB Resources| | ||
- They carry a variety of adapted devices from many companies at reasonable prices.
| | ||Lekotek| | ||
1955 Cliff Valley Way, Atlanta, Georgia 30329 (404) 633-3430
http://www.lekotekga.org/
- They sell switch adapted trackballs for Macintosh an PC computers, the Switch
Power Pad, shareware and public domain software for Macintosh, PCs and Apple
2 line.
| | ||Learning Magic, Inc.| | ||
- They have a variety of creative software activities that work with IntelliTools Classroom Suite and Player, as well some that work with My Own Bookshelf, from SoftTouch. Activities have been created by Byron Wilkes, Ann Brundige and others. They also have free downloadable activities on their website.
| | ||Linda J. Burkhart| | ||
- Software, handouts, and books for children who face significant challenges.
| | ||Lockfast, Inc.| | ||
- They sell Velcro sensitive Tempo Loop Display fabric and Velcro. Ask for Educational Seconds.
| | ||Madentec | | ||
- They sell a variety of computer access products such as Discover®, IntelliSwitch, and Tracker.
| | ||Mayer-Johnson Co.| | ||
- They sell Picture Communication Symbols, Boardmaker (for making overlays on the Macintosh or IBM computer), Speaking Dynamically Pro (for making a picture based Dynamic communication display with voice-output on the Macintosh), Writing with Symbols 2000, other software, the Hand Held Voice, resource books and activity books for using Picture Communication symbols.
| | ||Modular Hose| | ||
1108 Front Street - Lisle Illinois 60532 - USA - 1-630-852-1699, 1-800-759-2839 http://modularhose.com/
- They sell Loc-Line and the tool to assemble the links. The 3/4 inch Loc-Line is the size often used to construct switch mounts.
| | ||Options by Infogrip| | ||
- This company sells adapted computer access products from a wide range of manufactures. They also have a few augmentative communication devices. They sell Y cables for mice and keyboards for both Macintosh and PC computers that can be used for partner activities at the computer.
| | ||Origin Instruments Corp. | | ||
- They sell the Head Mouse and software for computer access.
| | ||Prentke Romich Company| | ||
- They sell: Vanguard, Vantage, AlphaTalker, PathFinder, Springboard, WordPower, Picture Word Power, switches, and other products for communication, computer access, and environmental control.
| | ||R.J. Cooper and Associates| | ||
- They sell the Switch Hopper and Switcheroo switch interfaces. They also have single switch software programs, Cross Scanner, Biggy and a variety of other products.
| | ||Saltillo Corporation| | ||
- The sell the ChatPC, the ChatBox, Bluebird, Hummingbird, Cardinal, and a variety of other Augmentative Communication Devices
| | ||Simtech Publications| | ||
- They sell software specifically designed for single switch use, such as Switch Kids, One Switch Picasso, Scanning Picasso, Single Switch Software for Teens, Switch Puzzles, etc.
| | ||Simtech Publications| | ||
- They sell software specifically designed for single switch use, such as Switch Kids, One Switch Picasso, Scanning Picasso, Single Switch Software for Teens, Switch Puzzles, etc.
| | ||Slater Software, Inc.| | ||
- They sell a line of picture writing software and applications such as PixWriter, Picture it and Read and Tell. Software works on both Windows and Mac.
| | ||SoftTocuh, Inc.| | ||
- The sell a variety of software with adapted access, such as My Own Bookshelf, Songs I Sing in Preschool, Wheels on the Bus, etc.
| | ||Software for Sam| | ||
- They sell the Wolf Edit software program for programming the Wolf on an IBM computer. They also sell good quality tactile symbols and related communication information.
| | ||TASH Inc. | | ||
- They have a large variety of computer related products including keyguards, expanded keyboards, switches, Scanmate and Switchmate 4.
| | ||Technology For Education Inc. | | ||
http://www.tfeinc.com/
- They have a large variety of assistive technology products including the Stealth Switch Interface.
| | ||Troll Touch| | ||
25020 W. Avenue, Stanford, Suite 110 Valencia, California 91355 (805) 295-0770
http://www.trolltouch.com/
- They sell integrated touch windows for PowerBooks and touch monitors for
Macs and PCs
| | || Turning Point Therapy & Technology, Inc. | | ||
PO Box 310751, New Braunfels, TX 78131-0751 Toll free: 877-608-9812, Phone:
830-608-9812 Fax: 830-606-3810 http://www.turningpointtechnology.com/
-They sell standard and custom keyguards for a variety of desktop computers,
laptops, alternative keyboards, and communication devices. They are willing
to create custom keyguards for any applications.
| | ||Words+, Inc.| | ||
P.O. Box 1229, Lancaster, CA 93584 (800) 869-8521 (805) 949-8331
http://www.words-plus.com
-They sell Say-it SAM, TuffTalker, Freedom Toughtalker, and a variety of software and access technology.
| | ||Zygo Industries, Inc.| | ||
- They sell the Macaw, Light Writer, Polyanna, Optimist communication device, the Grid and other software. They also carry a variety of switches, mounting hardware and access products.
Selected Books on Augmentative Communication and Adaptive Play |
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Acredolo, Linda & Goodwyn, Susan, Baby Signs 1996. McGraw Hill, and Baby Minds
2000, Bantam Doubleday Dell Pub. Order from http://babysigns.com/
Beukelman, D., and Mirenda, P. (1998) Augmentative and Alternative Communication:
Management of Severe communication Disorders in Children and Adults. Baltimore,
MD -Order from: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co. P.O. Box 10624, Baltimore,
MD 21285 (800) 638-3775
Burkhart, Linda. (1993) Total Augmentative Communication in the Early Childhood
Classroom. Eldersburg, MD
- Order from: Linda Burkhart 6201 Candle Court Eldersburg, MD 21784 http://www.lburkhart.com/product_LJB.htm
Durand, V.M. (1990), Severe Behavior Problems: A Functional Communication
Training Approach. NY: Guilford Press.
- Order from: Guilford Publications, Inc., Dept 42 72 Spring Street, New York,
NY 10012
Frost, L. & Bondy, A. (1994) The Picture Exchange Communication System
Training Manual. Cherry Hill, N.J. PEC's Inc.
- Order from: Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc. 226 West Park Place, Suite
#1 Newark, DE 19711
Goossens', Carol, and Crain, Sharon, (1992). Utilizing Switch Interfaces With
Children Who Are Severely Physically Challenged
- Order from: Southeast Augmentative Communication Conference 2430 11th Ave.
North Birmingham, AL 35234
Goossens', Carol, Crain, Sharon, and Elder, Pam. (1992). Engineering the Classroom
Environment for Interactive Symbolic Communication -
- An Emphasis on the Developmental Period, 18 Months to Five Years.
- Order from: Southeast Augmentative Communication Conference 2430 11th Ave.
North Birmingham, AL 35234
Goossens', Carol, and Elder, Pam. (1994). Engineering Training Environment
for Interactive Augmentative Communication -
- Strategies for Adolescents and Adults who are Moderately/Severely Developmentally
Delayed
- Order from: Southeast Augmentative Communication Conference (same as above)
King-DeBaun, Pati. STORYTIME: Stories, Symbols and Emergent Literacy Activities
for Young, Special Needs Children.
- Order from: Pati King-DeBaun, Creative Communicating P.O. Box 3358 Park
City, Utah 84060 http://www.creative-comm.com/
Mervine, Pat, Mark, Marie, and Burton, Michele, I Can Cook Too!.
- Order from: Mayer-Johnson Co., PO Box 1579 Solana Beach, CA 92075 619 550-0084
(fax) 619 550-0449
Musselwhite, Caroline, Ed. (1993- 2002) R.E.A.D.! Really Easy Activities for
Do It Yourselfers!, W.R.I.T.E.! Writing with Really Innovative Tools for Everyone.,
S.T.U.D.Y!, SONGBOOK: Signs & Symbols for Children., Singing to Read: Songs
for Favorite Children's Books, SOUND BOX SONGBOOK: Symbolized Songs For Vowels
and Consonants, SYMBOL SONGBOOK: Older Students Sing Out, R.A.P.S.: Reading
Activities Project For Older Students, By Southwest Human Development (edited
by Nlusselwhite), RA.P.S. Songbook and Tape Set
- Order from: Caroline Ramsey Musselwhite 916 West Castillo Dr., Litchfield
Park, AZ 85340 http://aacintervention.com/caroline.htm
Musselwhite, Caroline, Burkhart, Linda (2002) Can we Chat? Sequences Social
Sripts book and CD.
- Order from: Linda Burkhart 6201 Candle Court Eldersburg, MD 21784 http://www.lburkhart.com/product_LJB.htm
Musselwhite, Caroline, King-DeBaun, Pati,(1997) Emergent Literacy Success:
Merging Technology with Whole Language for Students with Disabilities
- Order from: Southeast Augmentative Communication Conference 2430 11th Ave.,
N. Birmingham, AL 35234
Gayle Porter’s information can be found in: Students with Physical Impairment:
Augmentative and Alternative Communication Module (CD, written material and
also a video - but the video is in PAL format) The cost is $88 Australian
Dollars
- To purchase the package contact: Learning & Development Foundation, Education
Queensland, Floor 19 Education House, PO Box 33, Brisbane, Qld 4002 Australia
Telephone: (07) 3237 0659 Access the order forms online: http://education.qld.gov.au/learning_ent/ldf/html/multipackage.html
See Also Books and Products for Sale
Selected Organizations and Publications |
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Augmentative Communication News http://www.augcominc.com/
One Surf Way, Monterey, CA 93940
- Each issue focuses on one augmentative communication topic with current
best practices, research and equipment. New! Talking Photo Album and Idea
Book: http://www.augcominc.com/book_details.html
Closing The Gap http://www.closingthegap.com/
P.O. Boc 68
Henderson, MN 56044
ISAAC http://www.isaac-online.org/
ISAAC,49 The Donway West Suite 308 Toronto, ON M3C 3M9 Canada
- The International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Including three excellent publications
USSAAC - U.S. Chapter
c/o Beatrice Bruno Acting Managing Director P.O. Box 21418 Sarasota, FL 34276,
USA Tel/Fax: +1 941 312 0992 Email: USSAAC@aol.com http://www.ussaac.org/
Trace Research & Development Center University of Wisconsin-Madison http://trace.wisc.edu/
5901 Research Park Boulevard Madison, WI 53719-1252 Telephone: (608) 262-6966
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