In an emergency or safety situation, people who use AAC may need ways to get attention. They might use their voice, body language or speech generating device, call bell or alarm. Attention getting messages can be preprogrammed into speech generating devices. Click here to view a sample of some attention getting messages.
Participants in this project wanted to know about ways to get attention.
For information, contact your local AAC service, assistive technology services or disability organization.
The following is a list of sample devices for getting attention.
Item |
Description |
Sample(s) |
Source |
Alarm built into wheelchair armrest |
Don has an alarm built into the armrest of his wheelchair. The alarm works within a certain distance from his home. A sliding panel covers the button so that he does not accidentally hit it. |
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Contact local EADL services. |
Personal Alarm |
The Casper personal alarm is multi-functional; use it to protect your wheelchair bag while driving around, to guard a door or for your own personal safety. |
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The Source by Circuit City |
Chimes (such as 6-18VDC CHIME) |
A popular chime alarm. (Note: For switch adaptation contact local EADL services.) |
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The Source by Circuit City |
Single Message Device (BIGmack®) |
Record any message directly into this single message tool and press its large 5-inch activation surface for crystal-clear, single message playback. |
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Ablenet, Inc. |
Single Message Device (LITTLEmack™) |
Record any message (i.e. "Please come here", "I need help") directly into LITTLEmack for one-touch, single message playback. |
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Ablenet, Inc. |
Single Message Device (Slim Talker) |
A super slim high-quality single message device with 10 seconds of recording time. Protective compartment holds 2” x 3 1/4” picture. A record lock-out feature prevents accidental erasures. Easily fits in pocket or Velcros to desk, book or wall. (2 1/4” x 4 3/4” x 1/4”) |
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Attainment Company, Inc. |
Single Message Device (GoTalk Button) |
Records one 10-second message, and the large PLAY button ensures easy use. Its compact size (about 2” diameter) makes it easy to slip in your pocket, or use the built-in magnet to display on the fridge or any metal surface. Use several Buttons for multi-messages. |
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Attainment Company, Inc. |
Single Message Device (GoTalk One) |
An inexpensive, high-quality single message talker with a large picture display and a big, colorful play button. GoTalk One is super slim and light, weighing less than 2 oz. Records one 10-second message |
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Attainment Company, Inc. |
Single Message Device (Personal Talker) |
Push a large "press-and-play" button for a single message. Picture symbol or written information can be inserted in adjoining frame. The pocket-sized Personal Talker has 10 seconds of recording time. A pen point, eliminating accidental erasure, is needed to record. |
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Attainment Company, Inc. |
Single Message Device (Chipper) |
The Chipper is a single-message (up to 20 seconds) communication aid. It utilizes digital
recording technology to allow natural-voice communication. The Chipper has
excellent sound quality and long battery life. (3.5" x 3.5" x 2.25") |
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Adaptivation, Inc. |
Single Message Device (Partner/One) |
The Partner/One is a one-message augmentative and alternative communication device that enables the user to playback a single recording of up to 32 seconds in length. |
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Advanced Multimedia Devices, Inc. (AMDi) |
Single Message Device (Small Talk) |
Record your message and the user can play it back with the slightest touch on the small (2½") activation surface. Total record time is 20 seconds. |
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Enabling Devices |
Speech Generating Devices
Advanced Multimedia Devices, Inc. (AMDi): Tech/Speak, Tech/Talk, Tech/Touch, etc. |
Program attention getting messages into device. |
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Advanced Multimedia Devices, Inc. (AMDi) |
Speech Generating Devices
DynaVox Technologies: DV4, MT4, MightyMo, MiniMo, Palmtop2G, etc. |
Program attention getting messages into device. |
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DynaVox Technologies |
Speech Generating Devices
Prentke Romich Company: SpringBoard Plus, Pathfinder Plus, Vanguard Plus, etc. |
Program attention getting messages into device. |
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Prentke Romich Company |
Speech Generating Devices
Ablenet, Inc.: SuperTalker, Tango!, etc. |
Program attention getting messages into device. |
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Ablenet, Inc. |
Speech Generating Devices
Assistive Technology, Inc.: L*E*O, Mercury II, etc.
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Program attention getting messages into device. |
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Assistive Technology, Inc. |
Speech Generating Devices
Zygo Industries, Inc.: Macaw 5, Talara, etc. |
Program attention getting messages into device. |
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Zygo Industries, Inc. |
Speech Generating Devices
Enabling Devices: 32 Message Communicator, Talk 8, Cheap Talk 8, etc. |
Program attention getting messages into device. |
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Enabling Devices
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