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Augmentative and alternative communication includes communication boards (low tech) as well as devices (high tech). There are advantages to each, and often they are used in combination.
A communication device will provide scanning or direct selection to access pictures, words, and/or voice. This is a non-inclusive listing of devices that are in use in the Lake Washington School District.
| Big Mac
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A single message communicator with 20 seconds of memory. It is easy to record, or to change the recording throughout the day. The Big Mac can be used to activate a toy or appliance. It is battery operated. |
| AbleLink
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A medium size single message communication aid with 20 seconds of memory; can connect to a toy or appliance. AbleLinks can be linked for a series of messages. It is also available with "levels" for different messages on one device. AbleLinks are battery operated. |
| Cheap Talk 4 or Cheap Talk 8
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This portable, lightweight communicator with 2" touch sensitive keypads allows 5 seconds of recorded speech per key. Both scan and switch methods of input and are easy to record. The Cheap Talk comes in both a linear and two-row configuration; 4 or 8 keypads. Multiple levels are available. |
| Message Mate 20 or 40
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Keypads are adjustable from full surface to 3/4" squares. MessageMate is available with multiple levels and extended recording times. It is portable and extremely durable. MM can be operated through scan, switch or direct access. |
| Speaking Dynamically
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Create dynamic communication screens with text and/or picture symbols. Communication boards are linked, allow visual and auditory scanning, switch, or keyboard selection. This software runs on a Mac operating system. |
