communication device

I would love to see this go to a family who truly needs it but cannot afford to buy one new. This is in like new condition and valued at over $7,000.00. Can be used via mouse, keyboard, or touch screen. There are hundreds of page options and the tabs within each page may vary from large view to...

My Pals has a eyegaze, guess what the the camera went out, and it is out of warranty. Does anyone know of anything out there that can be installed on a regular comupter that will allow him to use his ability to talk to type on his facebook. I am at a loss. He is grumpy because he can't use...

Just wanted to share our experience with Dynavox for anyone who is trying to decide on a communication device. Since my mom has only had a Dynavox and can't give recommendations for anything else but I can just say that our experience with customer service has been horrible. My mom's Dynavox...

I am looking for a simple in home alert or notification device for my Dad. My Dad is in late stage of ALS. He cannot move any his extremities, arms, hands, fingers, or legs, so push button type of device is not useful. He cannot talk or make loud enough sound. He could whisper in very faint...

Not sure where I should put this thread but here is what happened..... I am so so aggreviated and frustrated. Mom's Dynoavox got a virus. We have a friend who is a computer tech for a living and so he tried to fix it. He tried contacting the Dynavox people many times by phone and email. He...

I am selling a DynaVox DV4 communication device. It comes with everything you need: DC power adapter/charger, carrying bag with shoulder strap, quick start manual, stylus for making touch screen selections, USB cable, CDs with software and searchable help, keyguard and mount. This device is...

Hi folks, Here's a tip that has worked for me a number of times. Purchase a small wallet with lots of those clear plastic credit card flaps. Then get some blank business cards from Staples or some other stationary store. Sit at your computer and come up different common...

I came across a futuristic type of communication device that is AMAZING and thought I would share ... I found it when diversifying some investments and figure it might be something my ALS family would be interested in learning about. I'm sure it is cost prohibitive for most of us and doubt...

My husband has Bulbar ALS and FTD. He is speaking less and less. I've read the threads on the different devices, pros and cons. I would love to have him try the iPhone with the Proloquo2go app but am afraid it may be too difficult mentally. His dexterity is fine. Or the FTD may have robbed him...

Were you guys already aware of this website? CINI.org (outdated site) "Founded by speech pathologists, people with ALS and family members, Communication Independence for the Neurologically Impaired (CINI) is the only not-for-profit organization solely devoted to improving the quality of life...