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Here are our suggestions for products for adults in a supported living environment, whether individuals with cognitive disabilities, Alzheimer’s, the frail elderly or in a rehabilitation hospital setting.
Care givers will find lots of products for home use, too.
Age neutral, for anyone from twenty to one hundred years old, these technologies, tools and materials support leisure, personal care, therapeutic and instructional activities, including:
- communication aids,
- simple environmental control,
- health and safety
Widgit Online for Organisations Annual Subscription
Subscription
Widgit Online for Organisations Annual Subscription
$90.00
Create, save, and share symbol documents between colleagues in community groups, departments, or small businesses. To purchase a monthly subscription, sign up at WidgitOnline.com Support communication by creating symbol documents, flashcards, activities, and time tables in your web browser, meaning there's no software for you to install! With...
Widgit Health First Aid Booklet
$12.00
This is an invaluable addition to any First Aid kit in a public place - library, school, arena, civic centre, theatre, museum etc. This Communication Tool, supported with the carefully crafted Widgit symbols, has the basics for calming an emergency situation and getting information vital for a 911 call or a first responder. Product Overview...
Look N Cook Introductory Kit
$592.00
Look 'n Cook is great for beginners! It features Look 'n Cook Cookbook with 62 step-by-step recipes and Look 'n Cook Lesson Plans, along with the two DVD Look 'n Cook DVD Set. Look 'n Cook Cookbook features recipe illustrations that are clear, concise and easy to "read." Each picture step has accompanying text. A color-coding system makes it ea...
Powerlink 4
Hardware
Powerlink 4
$332.00
With the PowerLink 4, switch users control up to 2 electrical appliances with a single switch. Features 6 unique modes of control that allows you to define exactly how, and for how long, appliances will be turned on. Easily turn on and off two separate A/C electrical appliances with the PowerLink 4. Each appliance can be controlled with one wire...
Patient Communication Sheets by Widgit Health (10 sheet pack)
$20.00
There are many patients who struggle to communicate in hospital, from those who already have a pre-existing communication challenge to those who have developed one as a result of treatment, illness, or injury. Every bedside in every hospital, clinic, school or care home needs a Patient Communication Sheet. With the symbols on this two-sided shee...
HOME COOKING CURRICULUM
Books
HOME COOKING CURRICULUM
$117.00
Home Cooking includes full-colour illustrated, step-by-step cookbook for non-readers using lots of fresh ingredients and an Instructor's Guide with lesson plans. The Cookbook includes 37 healthy, easy-to-prepare conventional and microwave recipes, printed in full color. Recipes are illustrated step-by-step in easy-to-follow one or two page forma...
Keeping House Curriculum
Books
Keeping House Curriculum
$135.00
Focus on step-by-step housekeeping tasks Keeping House presents housekeeping tasks, domestic or vocational, in a step-by-step illustrated format. Includes a 217 page instructor’s guide focusing on 48 housekeeping activities. Each activity is illustrated step-by-step in a reproducible format. Non-readers can follow the illustrated steps to comple...
Widgit Health First Response Communication Book
$50.00
Designed for EMS, nurses, doctors and other health professionals this 20 + page book can be used for providing personal information like medications recently taken, details of pain and injury, food consumed, describing an accident scene etc. Printed on washable, disinfect-able (we've wiped it down with alcohol, dish soap and a couple of commerci...
Picture Directions
Software
Picture Directions
$67.00
Many students can perform activities independently by following picture directions. This reproducible book features 46 lessons divided into five categories: Cooking, Crafts, Life Skills, Play and Discovery. Each lesson features an illustrated "You will need" checklist plus step-by-step instructions-four to a page. Teacher Tips help you plan...
Relax - Accessible IR Learning Remote
$553.00
The NEW Relax is an accessible infrared (IR) learning remote that comes with an updated modern design and provides simplified control of almost any IR device. With a light touch or with the use of one switch, an individual can control up to eight functions on their favorite IR device. Key Features: Switch Accessible Simplified Design Easi...
ICE Card 20 Pack
Books
ICE Card 20 Pack
$25.00
Paramedics and other first responders are trained to look for important information in a wallet. On the Widgit In Case of Emergency (ICE), card you can write all necessary health, personal and contact information, but it folds flat and thin to fit in a credit card slot of most wallets. On the reverse side is a diagram for quick essential non-ver...
Building Life Skill Portfolios
$67.00
A highly structured, comprehensive curriculum that allows students to work toward independence by learning functional life and academic skills. Following this program, students build a portfolio they take with them through the grades as they approach graduation. Each of five sections contains 25-40 skill areas which vary in difficulty from 1-5. ...
QuickTalker 7, 12, and 23
Hardware
QuickTalker 7, 12, and 23
$215.00
Introducing AbleNet's new easy-to-use, go-anywhere communicator, QuickTalker. QuickTalker features a modern design - ideal for girls or boys of any age in the classroom - yet rugged enough for everyday use. The variety of message locations and five available levels on the QuickTalker™ provide the flexibility you need to customize the learning ou...
QuickTalker 1
Hardware
QuickTalker 1
$98.00
The new QuickTalker 1 joins the larger size QuickTalker series but in a smaller package that features a proximity sensor activation surface. The switch activation surface measures 4.25" in diameter and features a built-in picture symbol holder. Record and playback one message of up to 30 seconds in length. Includes built-in microphone and volume...
Key Chain Talker
Hardware
Key Chain Talker
$82.60
Ideal for remembering parking places, shopping items or a personal agenda. Features an easy-to-touch play button, a convenient play/record switch and an LED that lights when you record. Its size makes it ideal as a handheld communication device. Batteries included. Size: 1½ x 2½ x ½ inches. Buy them individually or buy 6 and save!
QuickTalker S
Hardware
QuickTalker S
$124.00
The QuickTalker S provides simple sequential communication with a modern look, and proximity sensor activation surface that can be activated with a very light touch or by waving a hand within 10-mm of it. Simply activate QuickTalker S to play the first message, then activate again to play each additional message. Technical Specifications: M...
PikoButton Water-resistant Switch, 50 mm or 30 mm
$185.00
The PikoButton Waterproof is a durable, waterproof switch from Finland.It comes in several colours and two sizes: thumb sized button (just under 3cm diameter) and the 5 cm diameter button. When we ran across these switches, we were immediately impressed by their thoughtful design. To say they're shock and cold resistant is not doing them justice...
Buddy Button Switch
Hardware
Buddy Button Switch
$85.00
A wired switch featuring a 2.5-in/6.35-cm activation surface that provides an auditory click and tactile feedback. Requires 3.5-oz/100-g of force to activate. The Buddy Button is a durable and reliable single switch that requires only the slightest touch of its 2.5-in/6.4-cm surface for activation. Made for persons with moderate to severe upper...
n-Abler Joystick USB
Hardware
n-Abler Joystick USB
$631.00
A highly adaptable mouse alternative. n-ABLER's large, free moving trackball requires only a light touch. Together with the five sub-flush, colour-coded function buttons, it makes for easy navigation and manipulation of objects on the screen. n-ABLER allows fingertip control with only minimal hand movement, reducing elbow and wrist fatigue. The ...
Optimax Wireless Joystick
Hardware
Optimax Wireless Joystick
$596.00
A unique wireless joystick, ideal for users with motor skill difficulties. OPTIMAX Wireless Joystick is the first wireless joystick specifically designed for users with motor skill difficulties. With an operating range in excess of 32 feet, it is ideal for use with groups or in the classroom to ensure that everyone can join in! The OPTIMAX Wirel...
GoTalk Button
Hardware
GoTalk Button
$17.00
Records one 10-second message, large PLAY button for easy use in a compact size (about 2" diameter). Built-in magnet to display on the fridge or any metal surface. Use several Buttons for multi-messages.
GoTalk Card Single
Hardware
GoTalk Card Single
$11.00
A talking greeting card that you program yourself! The GoTalk Card holds a picture on the front and one inside. Open the Card and press PLAY to hear the recorded message. Great for curriculum adaptations, communication between home and school, and talking booklets with text and speech. Features 10 seconds of recording time; made with laminated c...
Talking Brix - 3 pkg
Hardware
Talking Brix - 3 pkg
$189.00
Simple to use, compact, integrated rechargeable batteries, and 10-seconds of record time in each TalkingBrix. Connect all three to form a multi-message dedicated speech generating device or break them apart to use individually. Use one Brix for personal reminders, or attach as many as you like, creating simple, scalable communication grids. Tal...
Jobs Literacy Starter
Books
Jobs Literacy Starter
$139.00
Start-to-Finish Literacy Starters Complete SetStart-to-Finish Literacy Starters is a book series designed to develop word knowledge and comprehension skills of students with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities. The series helps students move toward early conventional reading with content and graphics for older beginning readers. M...
Widgit Online for Schools Annual Subscription
Subscription
Widgit Online for Schools Annual Subscription
$90.00
Create, save, and share symbol documents between colleagues and students. Perfect for the ESL classroom. Sign up for a monthly subscription at WidgitOnline.com Support communication by creating symbol documents, flashcards, activities, and time tables in your web browser, meaning there's no software for you to install! With over 70 templates to...
Snap&Read Universal - Monthly Subscription
Subscription
Snap&Read Universal - Monthly Subscription
$3.99
*Note: if your organization has restrictions on out-of-country purchases, or other considerations, please contact Bridges to facilitate your purchase. Looking to purchase a district or site license? Contact Bridges for bigger discounts and a detailed proposal. Snap&Read is your Next-Generation reading tool for Google Chrome, covering th...
InPrint 3
Software
InPrint 3
$345.00
Create better symbol resources, faster with InPrint 3, from Widgit Create accessible symbolized materials for school, home, business or community in minutes: including books, flashcards, worksheets, and accessible documents. Our Canadian version features French symbolizing and templates plus Canadian specific vocabulary -- geographic features, c...
Snap&Read Universal - 1 Year Subscription, 20+ Seats
Subscription
Snap&Read Universal - 1 Year Subscription, 20+ Seats
$68.00
*Note: if your organization has restrictions on out-of-country purchases, or other considerations, please contact Bridges to facilitate your purchase. Looking to purchase a district or site license? Contact Bridges for bigger discounts and a detailed proposal. Snap&Read is your Next-Generation reading tool for Google Chrome, covering th...
Squease Pressure Vest
$389.00
For Deep Pressure Therapy Squease is designed for people of all ages, who have difficulties processing sensory information. The lightweight, air-filled vest applies just the right amount of therapeutic pressure when the wearer needs sensory input. The hug-like pressure helps to encourage calming and self-regulation. Squease’s unique design...
Empower Communication Board
$53.00
Communicate & participate directly in medical discussions with this researched and field-tested AAC board, developed specially for healthcare. The empowerment communication board enables people with communication challenges to discuss health needs during a medical encounter. This communication board features overlay designs for a variety ...
Mind Your Mind
Books
Mind Your Mind
$46.00
A mental fitness guide with exercises for improving mental prowess, memory skills, flexible thinking, perception, and reasoning. Product Features: Provides support strategies for coping with memory loss and other cognitive disabilities Includes information about brain research and Alzheimer’s Disease Offers dozens of worksheets in nine skill ...
Art Touch CD
Software
Art Touch CD
$134.00
Accessible (single switch, mouse or touch screen) simple drawing program for all ages. Choose from dozens of backgrounds, or start with a clean tablet. 100's of stencils of people, animals, shapes. Select colour, texture and intensity and add text and highlights. Save in a personal portfolio, print or email. Software is Windows XP or higher, Mac...