Label Maker Label items in order of use, there things belong or steps in any other work related task. $20.00
Make Task Notes Write down information or create a picture book rather than giving it verbally. Use post-its, memo pads, email or other visual medium.
Memory Reminders These devices work as an individualized memory minder. It can include task steps, directions to/from places, personal information, reminders, prompts or cues that can be delivered at specified times or under specified conditions. $50.00 and up.
Picture Phone This phone has 9 programmable photo-dial memory buttons. Simply put a picture in a slot and program the number. All the user has to do is push the picture to call the person. $50.00
Slo-Mo This free software is downloadable from RJ Cooper (www.rjcooper.com). It slows down computer applications to increase accessibility. It lets the user control the operating speed for a specific application or all software on the computer.
ULTimate Reader ULTimate Reader is software that reads text on screen, while highlighting the words as it goes along, letting readers track the words better. The user can adjust the speed, volume, modulation and pitch. $200.00
Giant Wall & Calendar Clock An orientation clock helps the user keep abreast of the current time and day. The big numbers and letters make it easy to see. $60.00
Text Telephones or, TTY A TTY is a typewriter-style device that lets a deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired person to make phone calls without using another person to interpret. A person with a tty may call a person who uses a standard phone by calling the Illinois Relay Center at 711. $250/700.00

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