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TITi ' Quick Information Sheets. 1988. INSTITUTION Wisconsin Univ., Madison. Trace Center. SPONS AGENCY National Inst. on Disability and Rehabilitation 124:Search (ED/OSERS), Washington, DC. PUB DATE 88 GRANT G008300045, NOTE 94p.; A product of the Trace Research and Development Center on Communication,'ControI4 and Computer Access for Handicapped Individuals. AVAILABLE FROMTrace Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Weisman Center, 1500 Highland Ave., Madison, WI 53705-2280 ($5.00). PUB TYPE Reference Materials - Bibliographies (131) -- Reference Materials - -Directories/Catalogs (132)
EDRS PRICE MFOI/PC04 Pius Postage. DESCRIPTORS Blindness; Communication (Thought Transfer); *CommUnication Aids (for Disabled); *Communication Disorders; Computer Networks; *Computer Peripherals; *Computers; Computer Software; Deafness; Hearing Impairments; Microcomputers; *Organizations (Groups); *Resource Materials; Speech Synthesizers; Technology; Toys; Training;- Visual Impairments IDENTIFIERS Augmentative Communication Systems
ABSTRACT The Trace Center gathers and organizes information on communication, control, and computer access for handicapped individuals. The information is disseminated in the form of brief sheets describing Print, nonprint, and organizational resources and listing addresses and telephone numbers for ordering or for additional information. This compilation of information sheets produced ,in 1988 covers the following topics: adaptive toys and toy modifications; books, pamphlets, and organizations; information resources for blind and visually impaired individuals; computer assessment and training prograMi for disabled individuals; information resources for deaf and hearing-impaired individuals; head pointers, light pointers, and mouthsticks; keyguards; keyboard modification programs; manufacturers of electronic communication aids; networks, bulletin boards, and databases; portable battery-operated printers; pointing, typing, and communication accessories; optical' character recognition scanners; training programs in technology for special- education; portable typewriters; newsletters and journals; associations, advocacy groups, and self-help groups; service centers for augmentative communication and computer access; software resources; speech input systems; speech output computer programs for communication; speech synthesizers; manufacturers of switches and controls; and videotapes on augmentative communication and computer access. (JDD)
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Adaptive Toys and Toy Modifications 1
Books, Pamphlets and Organizations 3
Information Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Individuals 15 Computer Assessment and Training Programs for Disabled Individuals 20
Information Resources for Deaf and Hearing Impaired Individuals 24 Head Pointers, Light Pointers, and-Mouthstialcs
Keyguards 29
Keyboard Modification Programs 31
Manufacturers of Electronic Communication Aids 35
Networks, Bulletin Boards and Databases 37
Portable Battery-Operated Printers 41
Pointing, Typing and Communication Accessories 42
Optical Character Recognition Scanners 43
Training Programs in Technology for Special Education 44
Portable Typewriter 47
Newsletters and Journals 48
Associations, Advocacy Groups and Self-Help Groups 55 Service Centers for Augmentatii. Communication and Computer Access 40*.** .59 Software Resources 67
Speech Input Systems 71
Speech Output Computer Programs for Communication 75
Speech Synthesizers 80
Manufacturers of Switches and Controls 83
Videotapes on Augmentative Communication and Computer Access 85 Triee Research and Development Center 'ace on Communiciition, Control & Computer ACcess for Handicapped Individuals enter WaismanCenter University of Wisconsin-Madison
1500 Highland Avenue Madison, Wisconsin 53705-2280 (608) 262-6966 TDD: (608) 263-5408
Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Adaptive Toys and Toy Modifications
This list contains information regarding adaptedtoys and toy modifications to allow single switch control. Included are books, pamphlets, catalogs, companies and organizations.No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact eachresource for more specific and up-to-date information.
Books and Pamphlets More'HOmemade Battery Devices for Severely Handicapped Children with Suggested Activities Switching'Mechanisins for Special Needs A Project 1982 Manual Lindx,J. Burkhardt William M. Lynn 8503! Rhode Island Avenue $650 Colhige Park, MD 20740 National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Materials 3131P45-9152 115 Old USDA.Building Oklahoma State University Usi4g Computers and Speech Synthesizers to Facilitate Stillwater, OK 74078 CoMmunication Interaction 405/624-7650 Linda J. Burkhardt This project manual first explains how switches work 8503 Rhode Island Avenue by presenting basic electronics principles, and then College `Park, MD 20740 provides step-by-step instructions for building several 301/345-9152 types of switches and accessories. Heinemade Switches and Toy Adaptations for Early Toys and Games for Educationally Handicapped Children Training with Nonspeaking Persons 1969 1954 iBuist, Charlotte & Schulman, Jayne Thomas Publishing Cincinnati Center for Developmental Disabilities P.O. Box 19265 3300 Elland Avenue 2600 South 1st Street Cincinnati, OH 45229 'Springfield, IL 62794-9265 513/559-4688 247/789-8980 LSHSS 15,1, pp.32-35 (Reprints)
Homemade Battery Powered Toys and Educational Devices Technology for Independent Living Sourcebook for Severely Handicapped Children Alexandra Enders (ed.) 1980 1984 Linda J. Burkhardt RESNA 8503 Rhode Island Avenue 1101 Connecticut Avenue College Park, MD 20740 Suite 700 301/345-9152 Washington, DC 20036 202/857-1199 This book contains a comprehensive listing of associations, toy libraries in each state, and manufacturers and distributors of special toys. It Adaptive Toys and Toy Modifications. 2'
Guidelines for Adapting Toys for the Physically Kaye's Kids Handicapped 1010 E. Pettigrew Street Jayne Higgins Durham, NC 27701-4299 1982 919/683-1051 California Avenue School 215 West California Avenue Vista, CA Handicapped Children's Technological Services. Inc. P.O. Box 7 Foster, RI 02825 T9uch Toys and How to Make Them- 4011397-7666 1984 $4.00 -1...69-for postage A Declaration of Independence Tour Toys Adaptive Aids P.O. Box 2224 P.O. Box 57640 Rockville, MD 20852 3865 East 34th Street iThis is an instruction book on how to makeover 100 Suite 109 toys for the,blind. Checks payable to: Touch Toys. Tucson, AZ 85713 602/881-6715 Toy Modification Note: Build-it-Yourself-Battery-Insert G.C. Vanderheiden Toys for Special Children 1932 (1986, revised) Steven Kanor, PhD Trace Center 8 Main Street 1500 Highland Avenue Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706 5-151 Waisman Center 914/478-0960 Madison, WI 53705 608/262-6966 Zygo Industries, Inc. Describes construction and operation of battery inserts P.O. Box 1008 to allow control of battery operated devices by Portland, OR 97297-1008 handicapped inilividuals without requiring modification 503/297-1724 of the toys themselves. Full diagrams and operating instructions included. The Able Child 1761 Stewart Avenue From Toys to Computers: Access for the Physically New Hyde Park, NY 11040 Disabled Child C.Nright and M. Nomura Revised 1987 Associations and Organizations $20.00 Christine Wright LEKOTEK P.O. Box 700242 2100 Ridge San Jose, CA 95170 Evanston, IL 60204 312/328-0001 Compu-Robot A non-profit resource center with specialized play $34.95 materials, therapy equipment, and books for loan. Comp Tech Systems Design P.O. Box 516 USA Toy Library Association (USA-TLA) Hastings, MN 55033 Judith Iacuzzi, Exec Director 612/437-1350 104 Wilmot Road An audio-controlled robot. Easy-to-use, programmable, Suite 201 remembers up to 48 commands, 3 speed, right and left Dearfield, IL 60115 turn, u-turn, pause. Uses 4 AA-batteries. 312/940-8800 Toy library, information on adaptive toys, newsletter. Catalogs
Arroyo & Associates 88-45 79th Avenue Glendale, NY 11385 718/849-9306
"Special Populations Catalog" Flaghouse, Inc. 150 N. MacQuesten Parkway Mt. Vernon, NY 10550 5 914/699-1900
2 Trace Reicarch and Development Center- on Communication, Control & Computer Accesi for' Handicapped Individuals enraceter Weisman Center University of Wisonsin-Madison-
1500Highland1500 Avenue Madison, Wisconsin 53705-2280 (608)262-6966 'TDD: (608)263-5408
Trace-Quick Sheets January, 1988 -Books, Pamphlets and Organizations
This resource list provides informationon books, pamphlets, and-organizations of interest to disabledpersons and those working with them. Particular emphasis has beenput on resources that "pertain to computer access for people with disabilities. No recommendations or endorsementsare implied by inclusion on this list. Contact each resource for more specific and-iv-to-date information.
Books and Pamphlets Ten Keys $198.00 (starter issue); $125.00 (renewal, supplements) Computer Technolegy for the Handicapped: Proceedings of Aids Unlimited, Inc. the Closing the Gap Conference 1101 North Calvert Street Grogan, M. and Hagen, D. Suite 405 Closing the Gap Baltimore MD 21202 P.O. Box 68 301/659-0232 Henderson, MN 56044 Set of notebooks with tabs, separated into five sections (612) 248-3294 including information on assistive devices, information These proceedings of the CTG Conference on implementation of 504, court decisions, books, presentations provide information on application of publications,-services and funding. Starter issue computers for disabled persons. (containing all previous suppkments) and 11 monthly supplements, $198.00. Renewal, 12 supplements, Special Education Applications for PowerPad $125.00 year. Dunamis, Inc. 3620 Highway 317 Quick Guide to Resources in Special Education Technology Suwanee, GA 30174 (Under revision/1987) 404/932-0485 Bob Reid and Diane Herera Shepard Utah State Office of Education Compilation of Clinical Software for Aphiiie Special Education Section Rehabilitation and Cognitive Retraining. Developmental Center for Handicapped Persons Brubaker, Susan Howell, and Rolnick, Michael I. Utah State University 1984 Logan, UT 569.95 This compilation provides descriptions of *software Programs and their characteristizs for use in microcomputer- assisted aphasia rehabilitation and cognitive retraining. Books, Pamphlets and Organizations 2
Considerations 3.0: Results of the Industry/Government Oakland Schools Picture Dictionary Cooperative, Effort on Computer Accessibility for Disabled- ,845.00 Persons Oakland Schools Vanderheiden, G.C, and Lee, C.C. (coordinators) CEC 1987 2100 Pontiac L't,,te Road $7.50 Pontiac, MI 48024 Trace Research and Development Center Over 500 simple line drawings divided into 20 S-151 Waisman Center categories; alphabetical and categorical indexes; line 1500 Highland Avenue drcnvings presented in 3 sizeg,sampk communication Madison, WI 53705; boards and grids - all compatible with commercially These Considerations are a result of available microcomputer interfaces. industry! government! Cefearcherlconsumer. cooperative effort to study the designs of computers and develop Electronic Communication Aids: Selection and Use recommendations for modifications to mkt them more Iris Fishman, M.A.; Augmentative Communication Specialist accessible. The partiCular focus of these 1987 Considerations is the abilitylor disabled persOns to use $1750 standard computers and`standard software. The 'College Hill Press Considerations are continually revised based upon the Division of Little Brown & Co. work of the committee. Anyone may participate by Boston securing a copy of the Guidelines, reviewing them, and Book providing a practical approach to understanding, sending in comments. selecting, and using electronic communication aids so that speech/writing impaired individuals can receive Effective ii.crocomputer Assisted InstruCtion for the maximum benefit from them. Vocations] Education, of Special Needs Students University r:f Wistioniin-Madison Occupational Therapy In Health Care PubliCationi Unit Haworth Press, Inc. 265 Educational Sciences Building 28 East 22nd Street 1025 West Johnson Street MI* York, NY 10010-6194 Madison, WI, 53706 608/263-4357 A Study of Communication Aid Research, Prescription, and Manual provides assistance io persons concerned with Commercialization in the United Kingdom and the the vocational and career education of handicapped Netherlands. youth. Contains microcomputer assisted instructional Richard A. Foulds programs, program name, developer, Contact person, $1.50 vocational area, and type of student for which the World Rehabilitation Fund, Inc. program was found effective. 400 East 34th Street New York, NY 10016 Using Authoring in Education: Customizing Computer Attn: Diane Wood, Project Director Based Lessons for Students 212/679-2934 $19.95 Includes service delivery models, aid demonstration Brook ling Books, Inc. centers, available communication aids, and P.O. Box 1046 micrOcomputer-based communication. Cambridge, MA 02238 Book designed for the educator who is serious about Communication Interaction Between Aided and Natural making maximum utilization of the computer in Speakers: A State-of-the-Art Report instruction! settings. Contains information on Arlene W. Kraat authoring systems, enhancements and special features $16.50 such as graphics, modified input devices, voice and Trace Research and Development Center speed synthesis. S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Express Yourself - Communication Disabilities Need Not Madison, WI 53705 Be Handicaps .608/262-6966 Peg L. Johnson A Gempilcition of published and unpublished research, 1986 clinksl observations and perspectives of aid users. $9.95 + $2.00 Sponsored by IPCAS: The International Project on Pegi john Communication Aids for the Speech Impaired 6432 5th Avenue South Richfield, MN 55423 This book demonstrates how individuals with communication disorders are currently achieving various degrees of self-expression through the use of portable electronic augmentative communication aids.
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UsedEquipment Marketplace: A-Strategy for Cutting A Guide to Controls: Selection, Mounting, Application Equipment Costs 1982 $9.00 $10.00 Metropolitan Center for Independent Living RESNA 1619 Dayton Ave. 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW St. Paul, MN 55104 Suite 700 612/646-8342 (voice) Washington DC 20036 612/6466048 (TDD) 202/857-1199 The Guide to Controls was compiled to hi4 users select Recognizing and Enhandng the Communication Skills of and locate the most useful switches and controls for Your Group Home Clients operating assistive devices. Beverly Vicker 1985 Access to Computeri for the Physically Handicapped Development Training Center Publication ACPH-4 2/84 Attn: DTC Library 1984 2853 East Tenth Street No charge for single copy Bloomington, IN 47405 Prentke Romich 812/33S-6508 1022 Heyl Road Wooster OH 44691 Computer Technology/Special Education Rehabilitation 216/2624984 Proceedings This product brochure attempts to promote a greater 1986 awareness of computer-related PRC products, which 51295 provide access to computers for disabled people. Office of Disabled Student Services California State University, Northridge Features of Commercially Available Communication Aids 1811 Nordhoff Street A. Kraat and M. Silver Northridge, CA 91330 Prentke Romich Company, 818/885-2869 1022 'Heyl Road Focuses on 27 of the presentations at the conference of Wooster OH 44691 the same name, held in October 1985. 216/262-1984 This chart visually displays functions of most of the Computers, Education, and Special Needs major commercially available aids; many are useful for E. Paul Goldenberg et al. computer access. Non-PRC aids are included. 1984 $14.95 Personal Computers and the DisabledA Resource Guide This book provides a practical introduction to the use No charge for a Single copy of the computer as a tool for special needs education Apple Computer as it relates to communication, access and motivation. 20525 Mariani Avenue Case studies and a guide for implementation are Cupertino CA 95014 included. 408/996-1010 Telex 171-576 Technology for Independent Living Sourcebook Alexandra Enders, OTR (Editor) Guide to Learning: Resources for Users of IBM Personal 1984 Computers $25.00 1984 RESNA Available from IBM, 1984. 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 700 I'm Handicapped! How Can I Use Computers? Washington DC 20036 The Handicapped's Source 202/857-1199 Computability This Sourcebook provides an exhaustive listing of 101 Route 46 E resources for individuals with disabilities and the Pine Brook NJ 07058 professionals working with dam. It also contains 201/882-0171 helpful brief articles explaining major concepts, 800/345-4076 (outside NJ) philosophies, and technical information of relevance to This pamphlet gives an introduction to the basic parts the areas covered. A new edition is due out for 1988. of a computer and how it can be used by disabled individuals. Boats, #antphieti and Organizations 4
Personal Computers and Special Needs Microcomputer Resource Book for Special Education Frank O. Bowe Dolores Hagen 1984 Bk. 4E 083-594-3453 Sybex, Inc. 1984 2021 Challenger Drive Prentice-Hall, Inc. Alemeda, CA 94501 200 Old Tappan Road 800/227-2346 Old Tappan NJ 07675 This book shows how computers can be' used by 201/767-5937 indiOiduals with different disabilities, in part by This book gives an overview of current applications for sharing the stories of people who are using computers individuals with disabilities. now. IBM Special Education Resources Guide to Adaptive Personal Computers and the Disabled Devices, Software, and Services for Special Education, Peter A. McWilliams Vocational Rehabilitation and Employers 1984 National Support Center for Persons with Disabilities Quantum Press P.O. Box 2150 Doubleday and Company, Inc. Atlanta GA 30055 '501 Franklin St. 404/238-3206 Garden City NY 11530 1-800-IBM-2133 516/294.4000 A listing of resources related to microcomputer use by This book gives an introduction and overview of the persons with disabilities. computer and its potential applications for disabled individuals. Includes comprehensive resource listings Computer Technology for the Handicapped in Special of associations, federal government agencies, state Education and Rehabilitation: Resource Guide I and II agencies, etc. ICCE (International Council for Computers in Education) University Of Oregon Handbook of Microcomputers in Special Education 1787 Agate Street Michael M. Berhmann Eugene OR 97403 1984 503/6864414 College Hill Press 4284 41st Street Software Selection, Evaluation and Organization San Diego CA 92105 ICCE (International Council for 800/3439204 Computers in Education) 800/238-2300 University of Oregon This book provides an overview of computer 1787 Agate Street applications in special education in a way that Eugene, OR 97403 generates enthusiasm and decreases the fear of using 503/6864414 compeers. Learning Disabled Students and Computers: A Teacher's Handbook of Microcomputer Applications in Guidebook Communication Disorders ICCE (International Council for Computers in Education) Arthur H. Schwartz University of Oregon College-Hill Press 1787 Agate Street 4284 41st Street Eugene, OR 97403 San Diego- CA 92105- 800/3439204 Interactive Video in Special and General Ed: A 800/238-2300 Development Manual This book focuses on the understanding and application ICCE (International Council for Computers in Education) of the computer by agencies, clinics, and clinicians. University of Oregon Included are evaluation measures for hardware and 1787 Agate Street software, steps in implementation, and possible funding Eugene, OR 97403 strategies.
Clinical Applications of Microcomputers in Communication Disorders James L. Fitch University of Southern Alabama, Mobile 1986 Harcourt Brace Jovanovich A comprehensive reference for the utilization of the microcomputer in the field of communication disorders. An approprlate text for courses on clinical management, as well as a resource for professionals in the field of communication disorders
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Indiana Assistive Device Resource Directory Programming Equity into Computer Education Instructional Materials Center 59.95 231E Ohio Street Project on Equal Education Rights 4th Floor 11th Floor Indianapolis IN 46204 1333 H Street, N.W., 317/269-9441 Washington, DC 20005 Directory to help Indiantrierviceproviders match those A kit to evaluate :he accessibility of computerresources needing assistance to people and product sources. to disabled students, girls, minorities and low-income Ressircelcontact persons for non-vocal communication students. in Indiana and a listing of the equipment they have are included. Revised 1987, available by mailat 229 State Paxeedinp of the National Conference on Microcomputers Hasse, Indianapolis, IN 46204 in Special Education Hartford, Coniectilut March 1983 Tell 'em Ware CEC (Council For Exceptional Children) 5512 $1595 (Apple Works Database) 1920 Association Drive 1714 Olson Way Restoo, VA 22901-1589 Marshalltown IA 50158 703/6204660 Over 400 addresses of sources useful in application of Apple computers with special education students;e.g, Micrixomputers in Special Education: An Introduction to suppliers of Apple compatible parts and accessories, Instructional Applications suppliers of software for the handicapped, Budoff, Milton Thorium organizations and individuals with further Information, 1985 collections of public domain educational software. $1995 This book introduces special education teachers and Computer Use in Cognitive Retraining administrators to microcomputers and how theycan be 1984 used in special education settings. $1.25 National Head Injury Foundation Computer Technology for the Handicapped in Special P.O. Box 567 Education and Rehabilitation Framington MA 01701 ICCE - International Council for 617/879-7473 Computers in Education Includes an overview and considerations for University of Oregon. determining appropriate use of computer technology in 1787 Agate Street cognitive retraining; a bibliography with informationon Eugene, OR 97403 software, computer adaptations, articles, resources. 503/686-4414
Cognitive Rehabilitation Resources for the Apple Ii Ortanizatioin Computer Jeffery S. Kreutur, Mark R. Hill, Catherine N. Morrison HEATH Resource Center Neuroscience Publishers 6555 Carrollton Avenue (Health Education and the Handicapped Center) Indianapolis, IN 46220 National Clearinghouse on Post-Secondary Education for Handicapped Individuals (317) 257-9672 1 Dupont Circle NW Contains information on setting up and using computers Washington, DC 20036 in cognitive rehabilitation, plus reviews of available software. 202/939-9320 800/54-HEATH Disseminates information about educational support Microcomputer Applications for Speech-Language Services services, policies, procedures, adaptations, and in Schools opportunities for disabled students. Prepares and Jan* Sanders, M.A. disseminates the HEATH Resource Directory and a Careers, Computers, and the Handicapped newsletter three times a year. Michael Bender, Nancy Pin-Milburn, Lee Richmond Pro-Ed Access Unlimited/SPEECH Enterprises Sherry Lowry, President Everybody's Technology: A Sharing of Ideas in P.O. Box 7986 Augmentative Communication Houston, TX 77270 Charles Goris-Monis 713/461-1666 Charlescoms Env. Information on large print and speech output. P,13. Box 419 Jean Talan Station Montreal, Quebec HIS 22.3
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Education Turnkey Institute Massadtusetts Rehabilitation Commission Library 256 N. Washington Street Room 331 Fa Us Church, VA 22091 20 Park Plan 703/536.2310 Boston, MA 02116 Provides information services and training on 617/727.1140 (voice and TDD) technology use in special education. Also conducts This library is dedicated exclusively to literature about surveys of state aid local education associations for disabled people. Information about computers and publishers and developers. adaptive devices is available free of ciargeto handicapped people. Computer Users in Speech and Hearing (CUSH) School of Speech and Hearing Seances First Dibs Ohio University Disability Information Brokerage System Athens, OH 45701 P.O. Box 1285 614/593-1407 TUesoo, AZ 85702.1285 CUSH isanorganisation of speech pathologists and 602/3274277 radio:otitis involved in the application of computer Aresource sharing network that' provides a wide range tederM:ogy in the communication sciences. Information of resource's including information on new technological is enhanged through journals and a software lending developments regarding computers as well as library. artemestathy communication and rehabilitation devices.
SEDURegional Rehabilitation Exchange Easter Seal Children's Center 211 E. 7th Street 2030 Towers Ferry Rd, Suite 140 Austin, TX 78701 Atlanta, pt 512/4764861 404/980.1744 This project identifies exemplary practices and Offers advice and training for computer use with pre- programs. The core area is "High Technology school handicapped children. Includes diagnostic Applications in the Vocational Rehabilitation Process." services for students regarding computers, peripherals Technical assistance in this area is provided. and appropriate software.
Fairfax County Public Schools Easter Seal Society 10310 Layton Hall Drive (Formerly Blissymbolics Communication Institute) Fairfax, VA 22030 350 Rumsey Road 703/691.2186 Toronto, Ontario, Canada M40 1R8 Resource center for technology for handicapped 416/424-3805 students in public schools. Have explored computer Support and educational group involved in the design applications in the following areas: computer literacy, of computrT programs using Blissymbols. Resource CAI, communication assistance and vocational training. center for the use of Blissymbols. Distribute programs using Blissymbols for augmentative communication. East Range Developmental Achievement 800 A Avenue Bureau of Education for Exceptional Students Eveleth, MN 55734 Florida Bureau of Education for Exceptional Students 218/744-5130 Knott Building An exchange network for information on the use of Tallahassee, FL 32301 microcomputers by persons with developmental 904/4884245 disabilities. State Education Agency providing hands-on training for microcomputer use to teachers and students. Acts Data Referral Network as a resource center for anyone wanting information Mobility Special Services, Inc. regarding technology and students with disabilities. 193 Sumner Street Bosicin, MA 02062 Acceu/Abilities 617/891-8858 P.O. Box 458 Data Referral Network provides "one-stop shopping" Mill Valley, CA 94942 for disabled individuals. (New York residents must 415/388-3250 call: 800/962 -1480, ext. 333) Access/Abilities maintains a data base of resources for physically impaired individuals. The data base Governor's Advocacy Council for Persons with Disabilities contains information on services, aids, and adaptive 1318 Dale Street devices. The data is not yet electronically accessible. Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27605 919/7339250 This organisation is a resource center for disabled persons in North Carolina.
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Ca mectiat Special Educadoa Resource Center FDLRS/EAST Hartford Oraduate Caster Sharon Tama 275 Wits hoe Strait 1450 Martin Blvd. Hartford, CT, 06120 Merritt Woad, Ft. .32952 20312464514 30S/63149W Offers iisservice training on microcomputer use is iDLRS/SOUTH special edricerion. Acts as a resource center for Dr. Mew Li Levine compeer software. professional books. tests, and 9220 S.W. 52nd Terrace instructional materials. Rims an mutual miluser Miami, Fifssida 33165 conference. 305/274-3%1
ABLENET SECTOR Project Cerebral Palsy Ceiter Kim Allard; Director Orip-Midway_ Building UMC 61 1821 University Avenue Utah State University St. Paul, MN 55104 -LAW. UT 84322 6121331-5058 801/750.1911 ARLENET provides inkrinntion on technological The Sector project has been terminated; because of this.. devices and support serVkes for children and adults .personal technical assistance is no longer available. wit?: severe or Profound disabilities. However, this project will still dliseminate information at associations, organisations, and government agende National Orpsizatioa as Disability (NOD) involved milk helping handicapped persons. 91016th St. NW Suite 600 Cotter for Miltisenaory Learning Washiagton, DC 20006 Linda De Lucebi 202/293568 (Voice or MD) Lawresa Hall of Science NOD offers information and referral serviceito all University of California handicapped individuals. The organization is Berkeley, CA 94720 community-based and supports a national network of 415/642.8941 disabled people working together for change. ERIC CIoriashouse on Handicapped and Gifted Children NIKE (National Institute foe Rehabilitation Engineering) The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) PA Box 841 1920 AssociationIirive Butler, NJ 074054841 Reston, VA 22091 201/8534585 703/620.3660 This organizaes4 is an information and referral center Disabled or Ailed children; produces one database, for disabled personi seeking rehabilitation with the ECER (research and related literature), and offers help of technology. searches of the ERIC database; publishes fact sheets and brief bibliographies on topics of current interest; Job Accommodation Network (JAN) respinds to information requests. University of West Virginia 1109 Allen Hall National Center for Health Statistics PA Boa 6122 3700 Fast-West Highway Morgantown, WV 265054122 Hyattsville, MD 20782 800/5267234 301/4364500 A service of the President's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped, operated by NIIIR (National Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC) of the US Institute of Handicapped Research) and RSA Bioengineering Program (Rehabilitation Services Administration). Provides a 2301 Avenue file information system for employers regarding job Arlington, 'TX 76006 modifications and accommodations. Includes 817/6400204 equipment iisodifications, site modifications, and Technology for mentally retarded pei sons. Adapts redesign of job functions to suit functional limitations. currently available assistive devices for use by re:arded persons; develops new assistive devices when needed; consolidates information at the use of technical aids into technology resource library. Books, Pamphlets and Organizations
Computer Options NEISS 85 Market Street New England Institute of Sensory Science Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 71 Pleasant Street 914/471-1765 Worcester, MA 01609 Workshops, service and consultation to schools, 617/791-4303 facilities and individuals interested in using computers Information center on technology for people with with handicapped children. Quarterly newsletter (free) hearing, visual, balance and touch disabilities. Also with new products, unique applications, and more. Also provides information on organizations and special has Educational Scftware Catalog (free)- 500 titles services for people with sensory disabilities. by subject area. Mill Neck Foundation, Inc. National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training P.O. Box 100 Materials (NCRTM) Mill Neck, NY 11765 Oklahoma State University 516/922-3880 115 Old U3DA Building Telecommunication van designed as a mobile learning Stillwater, OK 74078 lab and demonstration unit for TDDs. Travels in an 405/624 -5000. interstate area in the northeastern region. Provides information on rehabilitation with primary emphasis on training materials for use by educatorsor HELPLINE disabled peisons or counselors. Publishes the Pracon, Inc. NCHRTM Memo (quarterly) to help disseminate 10390 Democracy Lane information. Fairfax, VA 22030 703/6204400 Stout Vocational Rehabilitation Institute Prepares lists of assistive devices. Checklists Materia_x Development Center (MDC) distributed primarily to physicians' offices to be given University of Wisconsin-Stout to patients as needed. Lists are sent in response to the Menomonie, WI 54751 checklists received, with occasional further searches for 715/232-1342 special products. Free of charge, funded by Merck, Vocational evaluation and work adjustment; collects, Sharp, & Dahme. develops, and disseminates information and materials on vocational evaluation and work adjustment, Kinsmen Rehabilitation Foundation of British Columbia including the use of technology. 2256 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 2N5 National Information Center on Deafness Information center on resources for persons with Gallaudet College disabilities. KRIS database, soon to be available, will 800 Florida Avenue NE include information on technology, organizations and Washington, DC 2002 other resources. 202/651-5109 (voice/TDD) Deafness and hearing loss: centralized source of C-CAD (Center for Computer Assistance to the Disabled) information on deafness; responds to inquiries from 2501 Avenue J parents, professionals, and deaf individuals; Suite 100 disseminates fact sheets, resource listings, and other Arlington, TX 76006 materials. 817/640-6613 Generates the donation of computers, peripherals, and Tech-Tapes software from commercial organizations for placement Susan Elting (donation or on loan) to disabled clients. Maintains Council for Exceptional Children computer database of resources of information. 1920 Association Drive Consults and responds to requests for information Reston, VA 22091 about special adaptations or modifications to 8000/345-TECH computers for use by the disabled. Series of taped messages on special education technology. Tapes are available 6 PM to 1 PM AIDLINE Monday-Friday. Staff will answer and handle requests Associated Enterprise from 1 PM to 6 PM. Development, Inc. 120 Admiral Cochrane Drive Annapolis, MD 21401 301/841.6920 Taped messages about technology for people with disability. Suspended, but group is looking for funding to continue project. Books, Pamphlets and Organizations 9
The Technical Resource Center DADA (Designing Aids for Disabled Adults) 52511th Avenue S.W. 1024 Dupont Street Suite 100 Unit 5 Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2R 0C9 Toronto, Ontario, Canada M6H-2A2 4031262-9445 416/633-4494 Does assessments and provides technical aids to help Helps to train disabled adults and health care disabled d-persons better realize educational, vocational, professionals in the use of new and existing technology, social and independent living potentials. Consults on researches and develops low-cost technical aids, runs the selection, operation, and application of aids. workshops. Equipment is loaned for trial use and assessment. -Educates profesiknals. Maintains computerized P.H.I.R.S.T. LINK library of information. (Physically Handicapped Information Resource Service on Technology) National Technology Center Kitchener-Waterloo Seriices for the f-hysically Disabled American Foundation for the 75 King Street South -Blind, Inc. Suite 7, Lower Concourse 15 West 16th Street Waterloo, Ontario, Canada NU 1P2 New York, NY 10011 519/8856640 212/620-2000 Provides physically disabled individuals with The Center has three components: National Technology opportunities for hands-on computer experience and Data Base; Evaluations; Research and Development. up-to-date information on computers and technical aids Provides a resource for blind and visually impaired or devices. persons and professionals who work with them. Arkansas Rehabilitation Research and Training Center in NTID (National Technical Institute for the Deaf) Vocal Rehabilitation 1 Lomb Memorial Drive Publications Department Rochester, NY 14623- P.O. Box 1358 716/475-6400 Hot Springs,AR 71902 This organization of the U.S. Department of Education 501/624-4411 is a resource center for technical education for deaf Free description of research reports, reference and hearing impaired people. materials, and training programi 'ublished by the Center. Western Center for Microcomputers in Special Education 1259 El Camino Real TASH (The Association for the Severely Handicapped) Suite 275 7010 Roosevelt Way N.E. Menlo Park, CA 94025 Seattle, WA 98115 415/326-6997 206/523-8446 Publishes The Catalyst (quarterly). Provides information on computer peripherals for use by NASDSE (National Association of State Directors of Special handicapped individuals. Education) 2021 K Street NW Office of Special Education Suite 315 Apple Computer, Inc. Washington, DC 20006 20525 Mariani Avenue 202/296-1800 Cupertino, CA 95014 408/9964010 Special Education Software Center Through this office, Apple works with key education, Building 13, Room S312 rehabilitation and advocacy organizations nationwide to 333 Ravenswood Avenue identify the computer-related needs of disabled Menlo Park CA 94025 individuals and to assist in the development of 800/327-5892 (software information) responsive programs. 800/223-2711 (technical assistance) 800/435-7639 (TTY) Closing The Gap, Inc. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, P.O. Box 68 Special Education Programs, Division of Educational Henderson, MN 56044 Services 612/248-3294 National and regional conferences, workshops and training. Also operates a bookstore and publishes a newspaper dedicated to the latest in technology for disabled people. Books, Pamphlets and Organizations 10
LINC Resources, Inc. Indiana Department of Education 3857 N. High Street Instructional Materials Center/Handicapped Columbus, OH 43214 Special Education 614/263-5462 229 State House A market linkage special education project, LINK Indianapolis IN 46204 receives Office of Special Education Program 317/269-9441 products, evaluates them for commercial and not-for- Maintains an up-to-date listing of adaptive devices and profit distribution potential, and assists developers in service providers in Indiana. marketing. Examples: "We Are One," a video to increase sensitivity between physically handicapped and Missouri LINC nonhandicapped persons; "Education, Career Assistive Devices Service Development and the Physically Disabled; "It Takes 609 Maryland All Parts," a manual of activities for severely disabled Columbia MO- 65211 and sensory impaired preschoolers; "Optacon 800/392-0533 (in Missouri) Instruction Manual For Children; "Yes, You Can! The 314/882-2733 Severely Communicatively Impaired Child in the Provides information, technical assistance, inservice, Classroom," including 14 videotapes and manual. and materials pertaining to vocational education for individuals experiencing handicaps. The Assistive Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Device Servicelprovides information on adaptive Ted Brandhorst, Director equipment (computer access, switching devices; National Institute of Education communication aids, low-cost adaptations) forpersons Office of Educational Research and Improvement with handicaps in Missouri. 555 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20208-1235 PAMPhysically Impaired Association 202/3574289 (management) Assistance Center Education; collects and disseminates educational 601 W. Maple documents to teachers, administrators, researchers, Lansing MI 48906 students and other interested persons. Consists of 16 800/426-7426 (in Michigan) clearinghouses located across the country, each 517/371-5897 specializing in a particular subject area relatedto Provides information and technical assistance education. to disabled individuals and service 2roviders in the selection, development or adaptation of devices. NARICNational-Rehabilitation Information Center 8455 Colesville Road Center for Special Education Technology Suite 935 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Silver Spring, MD 20910 1920 Association Drive (301) 588-9284 Reston VA 22091 800/34-NARIC 703/620-3660 NARIC is a rehabilitation information service research 800/345-TECH library funded by the National Institute of Disability Special education group gathers and publishes and Rehabilitation Research, U.S. Department of information on handicapped children. Education, to provide access to NIDRR and RSA (Rehabilitation Services Administration) funded reports Division for Disorders of Development and Learning and information on assistive devices, and to disseminate University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill other rehabilitation related informationresources. Biological Sciences Research Center- 220 H Chapel Hill NC 27514 Project Threshold 919/966-5171 (clinic) Rancho Los Amigos Hospital National diagnostic & treatment center. Provides 7601 East Imperial Highway evaluations in many areas, including augmentative 500 HUT communication. Downey CA 90242 213/940-8116 Exceptional Technology Provides assessments & evaluations for the physically 9220 SW 52 Terrace disabled, including disabilities resulting from spinal cord injuries. Miami FL 33165 305/274-3501 Assistivc Device Information Network MECC Division of Developmental Disabilities University Hospital School (Minnesota Educational Computing Corporation) Iowa City IA 52242 3490 Lexington Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55126 319/356-0768 612/481-3500
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Project Learning Programs, Inc. National Information Center for Handicapped Children and P.O. Box 2002 Youth Chico CA 95927 P.O. Box 1492 916/893-4223 Washington DC 20013 703/522-3332 TAM Prepares News Digest, Transition Summary, and fact (Technology and Media for Exceptional Individuals) sheets. Responds to information requests and provides Institute for the Study of Exceptional Children names of local resources. Department of Special Education University of Maryland Computer Foundation for Handicapped Children College Park MD 20742 2645 East Southern A326 Tempe, AZ 85282 DCCG Resource Center 602/831-3519 (Disabled Children Computer Group) Organization to provide computer programs and 2095 Rose St. computers to needy handicapped children and adults Berkeley, CA 94709 whose ability to communicate is either nonexistent or 415/841-DCCG severely limited. Offers to loan adaptive software and hardware. Also has adaptive equipment on display with demos Trace Research and Development Center on available for families and teachers. Services also Communication, Control, and Computer Access for include a toy lending library", for adaptive toys. Handicapped Individuals 1500 Highland Avenue RESNA (Assocation for the Advancement of Rehabilitation S-151 Waisman Center Technology) Madison WI 53705 Suite 700 608/2626966 1101 Connecticut Avenue, NW 608/263-5408 (Information Resources) Washington, D.C. 20036 The Trace Center is a federally funded, non-profit 202/857-1199 organization which conducts research into the ways This organization is concerned with the exploitation of technology can help people with disabilities, science and technology in rehabilitation. Its particularly in the areas of communication, control and membership includes rehablilitation professionals, computer access. Services include up-to-date product providers, and consumers. Some of RESNA's goals are listings In many areas of adaptive equipment, and to promote interaction between the above groups, dissemination of information on products and service improve the quality of life for disabled people through providers. Free listing of research worts and the application of science and technology, and to reference materials published by the center: ask for influence policy relating to the delivery of technology "Information Available" Brochure. to disabled people. CITH International Society for Augmentative and Alternative (Center for Innovation in Teaching the Handicapped) Communication (ISAAC) Indiana University P.O. Box 1762 2805 East 10th Street Station R Room 150 Toronto, ON M4G 4A3 Bloomington IL 47405 CANADA 812/335-5847 This association's purpose is to advance augmentative A research and information center for new teaching and alternative communication, exchange information, materials in special education. and focus attention on work that is currently being conducted in the field. Sector Project Special Education Communication Technology On-Line Project ACT Resource 27 Horrabin Hall U.M.C. 68 Western Illinois University Utah State University. Macomb IL 61455 Logan, UT 84322 309/298-1072 801/753-7973 ACT trains special education teachers in computer 801/750-2087 applications. A computerized listing of special education resources and reviews of Computer Assisted Instruction materials. The Sector project has been discontinued, but will continue to distribute information on resources available to the physically handicapped. Books, Pamphlets and Organizations 12
Compute Able Network Kevin Mills, Dennis Kviz P.O. Doi 1706 Portlind OR 97207 503/644-2940 This organization prOvides information, training, ,problem-solving sessions, individual consultations, field testing, market research, conferences, and vendor training.
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Information Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Individuals
This list contains useful sources of information for blind and visually impairedcomputer users. The list is divided into four sections: Books and Publications, Newsletters and Other Periodicals, Organizations, and Companies.No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact each resource formore specific and up-to-date information.
Books and Publications The Ultimate Guide: Peripherals for Blind Computer Users 516.95 braille and cassette, $19.95 print Touch Toys and How to Make Them National Braille Press 1984 88 Saint Stephen Street 53.00 -+ .60 for postage Boston, MA 02115 Touch Toys Assists in selecting peripherals for blind computer P.O. Box 2224 users: modems, braille printers, inkprint printers, speech Rockville, MD 20852 synthesizers, paperless braille devices, odds and ends. This is an instruction book on how to make over 100 toys for the blind. Checks payable to: Touch Toy. The Resource Manual, 2nd Edition Project CABLE Computer Equipment and Aids for the Blind and Visually (Computer Access for the Blind in Education and Impaired Employment Computer Center for the Visually Impaired $25.00 Baruch College The Carroll Center for the Blind 17 Lexington Avenue Project CABLE Box 515 770 Centre Street New York, NY 10010 Newton, MA 02159 The result of eight years' experience educating blind This manual includes curriculum, evaluation forms, and visually impaired students in computer technology, lesson plans and resources to assist in setting up or the book lists kirdware, software, peripherals, running a program. Other topics covered include researchers, training, and demonstration centers, funding and staffing. products in development, and a Checklist of technical considerations and advice on how to select equipment The First and Second Beginner's Guides to Personal appropriate to specific needs. Computers for the Blind and Visually Impaired The National Braille Press The Future of Work for Disabled People: Employment and 88 Saint Stephen Street the New Technology Boston, MA 02115 $10.00 print or cassette 617/266-6160 Publications and Information Services The basic concepts, and reviews of popular systems by American Foundation for the Blind blind users. The second Guide is a continuation, not a 15 West 16th Street replaCement of the first. New York, NY 10011 A compilation of papers presented at the May, 1985 symposium of the same name, cosponsored by APB and the President's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped.
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How Can We Compute?, Raised Dot Computing Newsletter Kathe Nolan David Holladay/Caryn Navy $14.95 408 South Baldwin Street VTEK Madison, WI 53703 1625 Olympic Blvd. 608/257-9595 general Santa Monica, CA 90404 608/257-8833 te.chnical 800/345-2256 Monthly; explores microcomputer applications for the (CA)800/521 -5605 visually impaired. Canada, Alaska 213/452-5966 Cassette recordings of eight half-hour radio segments Microcomputer News for Teachers of Blind Students on the subject of computer access & adaptive devices Catherine Mack for blind & visually impaired people. The series is Florida School for the Bind directed toward the beginning, elementary-level 207 N. San Marco computer user & will cover baiic principles of St. AuPstine, FL 32084 computer use. Moderated by Jerry Kuns, program 904/8244654 director of C-T C (Computer Training and Evaluation Center). Talking Book and Braille Book Review Library of Congress Newsletters and Other Periodicals Washington, DC 20542 Contains descriptions of books newly printed in Braille Dialogue and a list of Braille magazines. Talking Book Topics is Dialogue Publications published bimonthly and distributed free to blind and 3100 Oak Park-Avenue physically impaired individuals. Berwyn, IL 60402 312/749-1908 Library of Congress This publication, available in Braille, large print, National Library Service for the Blind and Physically cassette, or recorded disk carries columns that highlight Handicapped computer and access technology for blind and visually 1291 Taylor Street impaired persons. Washington, DC 20542 202/287-9281 News & Views, RE NEWS Bimonthly. Free to the blind. VTEK 1625 Olympic Blvd. Aids and Appliances Review Santa Monica, CA 90404 Carroll Centre for the Blind 213/452-5966 770 Centre Street Newton, MA 02158 Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness 617/979-6200 Circulation Manager Quarterly; a comprehensive review of aids for the blind. MB Issues 9 and 10 covered voice output computer aids; 15 West 16th Street Issue 11 covered braille oriented computer aids. New York, NY 10011 Monthly, Sept-June; Research reviews, applications, and Softdisk Magazette crticles on special topics. P.O. Box 30008 Shreveport, LA 71130 The Communicator 318/221-8718 Route 4, Box 26 A magazine on Apple disks; features articles and Hillsville, VA 24343 programs, most usable with the Echo II speech 703/766.3869 synthesizer. A bimonthly newsletter designed to provide information to teachers of the visually handicapped. Emphasis is Apple Talk on advances in technology and how they are being used: Jeff Weiss Includes teaching hints, software reviews,user $15.00/year comments, and suggestions. Available in large or 3015 South Tyler Street regular print or on tape Little Rock, AR 72204 A quarterly magazine, available on disk, for computer Tactic users with speech synthesizers. Clovernook Printing House for the Blind 600 Hamilton Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45231 (513) 522-3866 International quarterly published in braille; offers ::formation and reviews on technology for visually impaired people. 19 16 Information Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Individuals 3
Technology Update New England Institute of Sensory Science Sensory Aids Foundation 71 Pleasant Street 399 Sherman Avenue, Suite 12 Worcester, MA 01609 Palo Alto, CA 94306 617/791-4303 415/329-0430 Technology information service offering practical up- Bimonthly Newsletter with information regarding to-date information on the latest sensory aids, agencies, technology and vision impairment. Includes new organizations and vendors who are of service to those product announcements, product reveiws and consumer with majorhearing or vision loss. information American Council of the Blind D-SNUO Newsletter 1010 Vermont'Avenue NW The Boston Computer Society Suite 1100 One Center Plaza Washington, D.C. 20005 Boston, MA 02108 202/393-3666 Newsletter of the Disabled /Special Needs Users Group. Free computer resource list about various devices and where to buy them. Fifteen mail-order houses from The Visual Field which to purchase special-needs equipment. Florida Instructional Materials Center 5002 North Lois Avenue American Foundation for the Blindly West 16th Street Tampa, FL 33614 New York, NY 10011 813/876-5016 212/620-2000 Quarterly newsletter on products, projects, conferences, Two free catalogs including books, periodicals and etc. public information material on educational policy, social and research aspects of blindness and visual AFB News impairment. American Foundation for the Blind 15 West 16th Street Associated Services for the Blind New York, NY 10011 919 Walnut Street 212/620-2020 Philadelphia, PA 19107 Monthly publication. Information on the field of 215/627-0600 blindness and low vision. Publishes a free catalog of items available in their store Sense*Sations. The store has a full line of vision aids, Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness electronic devices, kitchen aids and recorders. This American Federation for the Blind organization also has their own radio station providing 15 West 16th Street news and information to listeners. New York, NY 10011 212/620-2020 Texas Commission for the Blind Monthly September-June Criss Colo Rehabilitation Center 4800 North Lamai Organizations Austin, TX 78756-3198 Technology training unit for blind clients and stuff. Sherry Lowry This unit serves as a resource for obtaining information SPEECH Enterprises regarding technology for the blind. P.O. Box 7986 Houston, TX 77270 Braille Institute 713/461-1666 741 No. Vermont Avenue Distributes and develops large print and voice output Los Angeles, CA 90029 software for other products. Special Apple Speech- 213/663-1111 Large Print Resource List is available for $10.00. This organization acts as a technological resource Catalog of products available for $3.00 print, $5.00 cenfrr for both visually and physically handicapped disk, and $7.50 Braille. individuals.
American Printing House for the Blind Braille Board P.O. Box 6085 Nick Dotson Louisville, KY 40206 904/432-0894 502/895-2405 A computer bulletin board oriented toward blind Producers of software for visually handicapped computer users. children below college level. APII also published User Manuals in Braille for Apple computers. Information Resources for Blind and Visually ImpairedIndividuals 4
Home Study Computer Literacy Course Audio-Tech Laboratories Hadley School for the'Blind Larry Skutchan 7(X) Elm Street P.O. Box 6959 Wittnetka, IL 60093 Louisville, KY 40206 800/3214238 502/896-1288 (In Illinois, 312/446-8111) General computer magazine for blind computerusers.
C-TEC (Computer Training and Evaluation Center) Blind Apple Users Group Sensory Aids Foundation Helen Keller National Center 399 Sherman Avenue, Suite 12 111 Middleneck Road Palo Alto, CA 94306 Sand: Point, NY 11050 415/329-0430 516/944-8900 Teaches blind and visually impairedpersons to use compiaer access devices. Providesa center for Harvey Lauer equipment, resource lists, purchasing guidelines and Blind Rehabilitation Technology Specialist evaluations of specialized hardware and software. Blind Center 124 Veterans Hospital National Association of Blind and Visually Impaired Hines, IL 60141 Computer Users 312/343-7959 P.O. Box 1352 Information on various types of computer aids and Rcseville, CA 95661-1352 their application. 916/786-3923 (modem) 916/783-0364 (voice) Low Vision Services & Aids for the 80's A nonprofit, charitable corporation with thepurpose of American Foundation for the Blind gathering and sharing useful information for blind and 15 West 16th Street visually impaired computer users, and providinga New York, NY 10011 mechanism for ongoing exchange of data between manufacturers, self-help groups, interested parties, and Information on Blind Access the blind community. Also has developed the National Association for the Visually Handicapped International Blind Users Group, linking blindusers from all over the world, into one 22 West 21st Street users group. Runs New York, NY 10010 Compullelp database and bulletin board. (See 212/889-3141 Networks, Bulletin Boards and Databases.) Also a San Francisco office at 3201 Balboa Blvd. San Francisco, CA 94121. National Technology Center John DeWitt, Evaluation Coordinator National Braille Press, Inc. American Foundation for the Blind 88 S. Stephen Street 15 West 16th Street Boston, MA 02115 New York, :1Y '10011 617/266-6160 212/620-2051 Evaluates products; user network; database Beginner's guide to personal computers, many printer and modem manuals transcribed in Braille. information. A resource for blind and visually impaired persons and involved professionals. National Federation for the Blind Committee on Evaluation of Technology The Carroll Center for the Blind 1800 Johnston Street 770 Center Street Baltimore, MD 21230 Newton, MA 02158 301/659-9314 617/969-6200 Evaluates current & proposed technology for the blind. Varioui publications; computer training (Project Cable) and other educational programs. Sensory Aids Foundation 399 Sherman Avenue Suite 12 Computer Users of America Palo Alto, CA 94302 Duane Fischer 415/329-0430 5028 Merit Drive Flint, MI 48506 Compiles and publishes consumer information on technology, including computer adaptations, for blind 313/736-3774 and visually impaired people. 4 Sights Network National Information System for the Visually Impaired 16625 Grand River Detroit, MI 48227 313/272-3900 0 1
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SraititiCattlewell Eye Racer& Foundation Rehabilitation Engineering Center 2232;Webster Street San Francisco, CA 94115 415/5614619: Research and development center whosc products are not necessarily computer relitcd; hoivever, they have done some work on the development of ccoputer-based toYs, and computer access deqces.
Volunteer Brailliats, Inc. 201 S. Gammon Madison, WI 53717 608/8334999 Will transcribe papers, books, etc. into Braille. Trace Research and Developme..it Center race on Communication, Control & Computer Access for Handicapped Individuals enter Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Computer Assessment and TrainingPrograms for Disabled Individuals This list contains Informationon programs and organizations that provide training for disabled persons, either children computer-oriented assessment and or adults, or that assess a person's computer-relatedskills and recommend adaptations. No recommendationsor endorsements are implied by inclusion resource for more specific and up-to-date information. on this list. Contact each
Cerebral Pa 1.4 Foundation of South Arizona John A. Coleman School 4710 E. 29th DAC W. New York Foundling Hospital Tucson, Arikona 85711 M. Michelle Hill 602/747-8609 Educational Therapist Involves bask remediation and rehabilitation,vocational 1175 Third Avenue counselling and research on theuse of technology with New York, NY 10032 individuals with severe and profoundhandicaps. 212/472-3322, ext. 629 The school uses computers daily with multiply Florida Diagnostic Learning ResourcesServices (FDLRS) handicapped children (ages 1-10) to achievea variety of 9220 SW 52 Terrace basic educational goals. Miami, FL, 33155 305/274-3501 Sister Kenny Institute Offers diagnostics for computercompatibiiity for 800 E. 28th Street at Chicago Avenue disabled people,inservice training,computer Minneapolis, MN 55407 information resources, as wellas software and 612/874-4175 hardware evalui:tion. This organization uses computerprograms to provide language and cognitive therapy to adults with Du Page Easter Treatment Center, Inc. neurologic injuries. 830 S. Addison Villa Park, IL 60131 Living Systems/ITD 312/620.4433 2160 S. Lamar The center specializes in theuse of perso,tal computers Oxford, Mississipi 38655 in therapy. 601/234-0158 Has a microcomputer laboratory equippedto evaluate Adaptive Computer Technology Center and to develop hardware and software whichwill Kennedy Memorial Hospital provide capability to disabled individuals. 30 Warren Street Brighton, MA 02135 Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio 617/254-3800 Miami Valley Hospital Utilizes and provides instruction in theuse of computer- One Wyoming Street based technology to enhance learning, leisure, Dayton, OH 45409 communication, prevocational skill development, 513/220-2063 independent living, and environmental control. The Institute uses computers to help brain injured individuals make maximum use of their abilities.Focus is on cognitive and linguistic retraining using microcomputers as therapeutic tools.
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Yaaktea Area Adjustrient Training Center Orange County Department of Education 909 W. 23rd Street 200 Kalnstu Drive Yasktoss,AD 57078, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 1105/865-2518 714/966-4140 l'roWdes conspsaer- assisted learning on the Apple Ile The Educational Technology/Special Schools' goal is to far area special education students. Focus includes job provide opportunities for students to learn how to skills, job readiness skills, math skills, time and money become more independent in their present and future skills, pedestrian safety, and motivation. environments.
Technical Resource Center Disabled Children's Computer Group 52511th Ave. SW Suite 100 2095 Rose Street Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2R 0C9 1st Floor East 403/262-9445 Berkeley, CA 94709 Provides information and one-month loan of devices in 415/841-DCCO (841-3224) the areas of adaptive toys, communication aids, daily Assiteince, Information, and equipment loan. living aids, inventory control and microcomputers It offers assessment and consultation. Los Angeles Unified School District 15530 Hesby Sunny Hill Hospital for Children Encino, CA 91436 3644 Slocan Street 818/997-2330 Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E8 Provides microcomputer training to special education 604/434-1331 students. Computers are adapted to meet individual Offers assessment and training of physically disabled special needs. Emphasis is on vocational, recreational, children for access to microcomputers for education, and /or independent living skills. recreation, and communication. Disabled Programmers, Inc. Valpar International Corporation 6840 Via Del Oro Box 5767 San Jose, CA 95119 Tucson, AZ 85703 408/629-3700 602/293-1510 DPI is an organization that trains disabled individuals Develops assessment equipment used by professionals to become computer programmers. DPI's Micro for working with people with various disabilities. Applications Development Lab develops and designs Offers vocational assessment using microcomputers. adaptive devices.
Resources for Living Independently Center Electronic University 4721 Pine Street TeleLe,arning Systems, Inc. Philadelphia, PA 19143-1809 1150 Sanson Street 215/471-2265, 2266 San Francisco, CA 94111 215/471-2267 (TDD) 415/928-2300 Provides computer training to disabled consumers as Offers home courses (including tutoring) on personal one of its services. improvement, busintss and professional skills, and credit/degree prog: 'aInt via computers. Provides Veterans Administration Information Technology Center counseling, an electronic library and a seminar series. (ITC) Veterans Administration Central Office BIPED Corporation (Business Information Processing 810 Vermont Avenue Education foe the Disabled) Room 237 26 Palmer's Hill Road Washington, D.C. 20420 Stanford, CT 06902 202/233-5525 203/324-3933 Provides hardware and software consultations, Teaches computer programming to physically disabled assistance with interfacing adaptive devices to individuals at two different locations (Stanford, CT, microcomputers, equipment evaluations, and exhibitions and White Plains, NY). Courses available tuition free of new technologies. to disabled individuals.
Pearson Society fns Assessment and Computer Training LIFT, Inc. 700 West 57th Avenue 350 Pfingsten Vancouver, BC CANADA V6P 1S1 Suite 103 604/321-3231 Northbrook, IL 60062 Three main objectives: provide assessment of aptitude 312/564-9005 and compatibility with computers, provide intensive Offers help and training in hiring handicapped training on the IBM-PC, and teach job search skills individuals as computer programmers. and provide employment assistance.
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Project CABLE Federation of the Handicapped, Inc. Carroll Centtz,for the Blind 211 W. 14th Street 770 Centre Street New York, NY 10011 Newton, MA 02158-2597 212/242-9050 617/9694200 The Federation trains disabled individuals in word Provides computer assessment, computer training (on processing and general education. adaptive devices), and software, professional training, resources (on devices), and word processing for STORER Computer Access Center visually impaired high schoo4tudents. Cleveland Society for the Blind 1909 E. 101st Street Association of Rehabilitation Programs in Data Processing Cleveland, OH 44106 P.O. Box 2404 216/7914118 Gaithersburg, MD 20679 Offers orientation, evaluation, training, engineering 301/468-6142 support and system.rental to blind or visually impaired Organization offering nationwide data processing Goals are to expand access to educational training to disabled people. and vocational opportunities through computer /print technology. Maryland Rehabilitation Center 2301 Argonne Drive Compute Able Network Baltimore, MD 21218 PA Box 1706 301/554-3000 Portland, OR 97207 Provides evaluation of computer applications best 503/644-2940 suited far enhancing a disabled person's vocation. Acts Assists individuals with various disabilities to adapt as a diagnostic resource center in setting disabled and utilize the ritpid advances in computer technology. students' vocational goal& Colorado Easter Seal Society Project Enhance Computer Resource Center Minneapolis Public Schools 5755 West Alameda Community Education Lakewood, CO 80226 1006 W. Lake Street 303/233-1666 Minneapolis, MN 55406 Services offered include training in available adaptive 612/3484799 equipment, training on the use of specific adaptive Offers beginning computer programming and word equipment, loan of equipment, and consulting. processing claws for physically disabled adults as well as beginning computer classes for mentally Variety Club retarded adults to reinforce academic skills and Warwick Hotel independent living skills. 17th and Locuit Streets Philadelphia, PA 19103 Handicapped Access Center 215/735-0803 Duluth Public Library This organization offers vocational and rehabilitation 520 W. Superior Street training on the use of microcomputers. Duluth, MN 55802 218/723-3809 Texas State Technical Institute Trains disabled persons in the use of the Apple Ile. Drafting and Design Applications include word processing, data base, TSTI Waco AppkSoft Basic, Logo, etc. Product information on 3801 Campus Drive software, hardware, and adaptations is available. Waco, TX 76705 817/799-3611, ext. 3200 L.D. College Writers Project TSTI offers a course ;n Computer Aided Drafting for University of Minnesota physically handicapped students. The objective is to 216 Pillsbury Drive SE help students prepare for careers in drafting and Minneapolis, MN 55455 industrial design. 612/625 -8384 Training and practice In word processing is provided to college-level learning disabled writers. A set of working papers on compiled research is distributed by mail at cost.
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°CAD (Cesta for Computer Assists = to the Disabled) PD. Don 19129 Arlisiton, TX 76019 $1712734964 This is an organisation that provides computer training and job placement for disabled persons.
Computers to Help People, Imes 1221 W. kiss* Street Madison, WI 53715 60S/25749V Provides disabled people with vocational training in computer operation. Also sells software designed for physically disabled people. Trace Research and Development Center ace on Communication, Control & Computer Access for Handicapped Individuals enter Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison
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The following list contains information resources for people who are deafor hearing impaired: books and printed materials, organizations, newsletters and periodicals, and companies. Check other lists in Appendix A for further information. No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact eachresource for more specific and up-to-date information.
Books and Other Printed Materials Ortanizations
A Catalog of Captioned Educational Videotapes National Association of the Deaf National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) 814 Mayer Ave. Rochester Institute of Technology Silver Spring, MD 20910 Division of Public Affairs, Department V 301/587-1788 (voice and TDD) One Lomb Memorial Drive P.O. Box 9887 National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NITD) Rochester, NY 14623-0887 Rochester Institute of Technology 716/475-6400 Division of Public Affairs, Department V One Lomb Memorial Drive Computer Terminology Volumes 1-3 P.O. Box 9887 National Association of the Deaf Rochester, NY 14623-0887 814 Thayer Avenue 716/475-6400 Silver Spring, MD 20910 The world's largest technical college for deaf students, Three video tapes on computer terminology. More than offering the opportunity for deaf students to go to 600 signs are contained on the tapes. college in a hearing environment to facilitate transition to a hear I:4 society (15,000 hearing students; 1,250 Signs for Computer Terminology manual college-age deaf students). Funded by the U.S. National Association of the Deaf Department of Education. 814 Thayer Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20910 Learning Resources Center Model Secondary School for the Deaf College and Career Programs for Deaf Students 800 Florida Avenue NE $5.00 (1 to 4 copies) Washington, DC 20002 Gallaudet College 202/651-5333 Center for Assessment and Demographic Studies Serves as an evaluation information clearinghouse and Kendall Green lending library of microcomputer software. Services Washington, DC 20002 available to schools and programs involved with the 202/651-5400 education of hearing impaired students. A guide to evaluating college programs, and information on more than 130 programs, including Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf available support services. 3417 Volta Place NW Washington, DC 20007 202/337-5220 National organization offering support services to deaf individuals. w7 24 Information Resources for Deaf and Hearing Impaired Individuals 2
National Information Center on Deafness Volta Review Gallaudet College Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf 800 Florida Avenue 3417 Volta Place NW Washington, DC 20002 Washington, DC 20007 202/651 ..5109 202/337-5220 Provideseither direct information or appropriate This journal for hearing impaired people reports on a references to deaf or hearing impaired individuals. The variety of technology-related topics and issues. center also publishes brief bibliographies and narrative fact sheets on requested topics free of charge. Companies
Newsletters and Other-Periodieak American Communications Corporation 180 Roberts Street The Voice East Hartford, CT 06108 11931 N. Central Express Way 203/289-3491 Suite 11 Manufacturer of TDD's (Telecommunication Devices Dallas, TX- 75243 for the Deaf) and signalling devices for deaf and 214/490-0860 (voice or TDD) hearing impaired people. National bimonthly publication. Information for hearing impaired people on adaptive devices and Audio Tone Company computer access equipment.lection. 2422 West Holly Phoenix AZ 85009 Metro-Voice (602) 254-5888 11931 N. Central Express Way Manufacturers a TDD that responds to touch tone Suite 11 signals from caller. Dallas, TX 75243 214/490.0860 (voice or TDD) Garid Local publication for hearing impaired people. 10180 Viking Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55?" Shhh (Self-Help for Hard of Hearing People) 612/941-5464 7800 Wisconsin Avenue 800/328-4827, ext. 1400 Bethesda, MD 20814 Medical products dishdor; manufactures voice 301/657-2248 (voice) output TDD. 301/657-2249 (TTY) Bimonthly. A journal about hearing loss. Including The Deaf Factory Store educational reports and case studies. 5010 Branchville Road College Park, MD 20740 American Annals of the Deaf 301/821-9137 800 Florida Avenue NE 301/722-2493 TDD Washington, DC 20002 Pm:acts include computer and TDD software. 202/651-5342 Journal for professionals working with deaf and Integrated Microcomputer Systems, Inc. hearing impaired individuals. #2 Research Place Rockville MD 20850 Hearing Instruments (301) 948-4790, TDD (301) 869-6391 131 West First Street Manufacturers hardware and software for TDD Duluth, MN 55802 communication via IBM-PC computer. Monthly business publication containing information on research and products designed to assist persons with Krown Research, Inc. hearing loss. 10371 W. Jefferson Boulevard Culver City, CA 90232 Newsounds 213/6414306 (Voice/TDD) Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf Manufacturer of TDD's and a TDD computer modem. 3417 Volta Place NW Washington, DC 20007 Palmetto Technologies 202/337-5220 P.O. Box 498 Newsounds is a newsletter for deaf and hearing Duncan, SC 29334 impaired individuals that is published alternately with 803/576-2886 (Voice or TDD) the Volta Review (see below). It contains information Manufacturer of assistive devices for the hearing on conferences concerning microcomputers. impaired, including a model of TDD. Information Resources for Deaf and Hearing Impaired Individuals 3
Phone Care 881 Stoneman Way El Dorado Hills CA 95630 (916) 933-0446 Distributor of TDD's and manufacturer of a TDD computer modem.
Precision Controls, Inc. P.O. Box 45, Haskell NJ 07465 (201) 835-5000 Manufacturer of TDD's and signalling devices.
Specialized Systems, Inc. 6350 Varrow Drive Suite B Carlsbad, CA 92009 619/438-880 Manufacturer of TDD's.
Telesensory Systems, Inc. 455 North Bernardo Avenue P.O. Box 7455 Mountain View CA 94039 (415) 960-0920 Makes a TDD for deaf-blind individuals.
Ultratec, Inc. 6442 Normandy Lane Madison, WI 53719 608/273-0707 Manufacturer of TDD's.
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Head Pointers, Light Pointers, and Mouthsticks
Below is a list of pointing devices, the manufacturers who make them, and their prices as of August, 1986, with a brief physical description of each device. No endorsements are intended, and the accuracy of the prices is not guaranteed. Please contact the manufacturer before placing any order.
Manufacturer Product Physical Description Cost
Adaptive Communication Systems, Inc. Light Pointer Attaches to head or other part of body $295.00 994 Broadhead Road with a strap, projects a red dot of light. Suite 202 Designed as input device for the PhotoPAC Coraopolis, PA 15108 electronic mnmunication aid; can also be (412) 264-2288 used by itself as a lightbeam head pointer.
Cleo, Inc. Adjustable Head Bendable foam-lined aluminum frame. $2350 3957 Mayfield Road Pointer Adjustable-length pointer projects from top Cleveland, OH 44121 of head. (216) 382-9700
Crestwood Company Talking Beam Light bulb is located at the end a a 10" $39.95 P.O. Box 04606 flexible rod that projects from the top of Milwaukee, WI 53204 the head. (414) 461-9876
Extensions for Independence Heyer-Abadie Modular Mouthstick with V-shaped mouthpiece $8750 757 Emory Street Mouthstick gripped with the molars. Various rod and up Suite 514 lengths and optional tips available. Imperial Beach (619) 426-8054
Fred Sammons, Inc. Adjustable Head Adjustable aluminum frame with elastic $18.95 Box 32 Pointer straps. Adjustable-length pointing rod Brookfield, IL projects from the top of the head. (800) 323-7305
Clear-View Head Pointing rod projects out and down at jaw $79.95 Pointer level. Frame is adjustable.
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Mouthsticks Available in 10" - 20" lengths. V-shaped $27.00 - mouthpiece. Various optional tips. $70.00
Maddak;kitc. Adjustable Head Plastic frame is adjustable for head size. 536.75 Pequannok, NJ 07440 Pointer Pointing rod projects from top of head; (201) 694-0500 offers adjustable length and angle. Ask about local distributor
Mouth Held Page Plastic rods with heart-shaped mouthpieces. $6.00 Turners Tips are designed for gripping pages. 56.45 Three widths available.
Prentke Romich Company Viewpoint Optical Small lightbeam projector mounts on user's $299.00 1022 Heyl Road Indicator 6 head with a band. Spot of light is 0.6" Wooster, OH 44691 diam. at 2 feet. Angle of pointer is (216) 262-1984 adjustable.
Zygo Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 1008 AD-1 Standard Pointer Pointer projects out from the chin; frame Portland, OR 97207 $115.00- adjustable to head sizes from 20 to 25 $16a00 (503) 297-1724 inches. A "Tiny Tot" model is also available.
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Keyguards
Keyguards are plastic or metal plates that fit over the keyboard and have a hole over each of the keys. Keyguards help prevent accidental keystrokes. They also provide the user a place to rest the hands for stability while typing. Some keyguards are provided with key latches: levers that can be used to hold down keys such as SHIFT and CONTROL, eliminating the need to press two keys-at-once.
Listed below are some manufacturers who make keyguards, the computers or other devices for which they make them, and the prices as of August, 1986. Some manufacturers will make custom keyguards for other types of computer keyboards. No endorsements are intended, and the accuracy of the prices is not guaranteed. Please contact the manufacturer for more informatiotfbefore placing any order.
Models of Kennard Cost Manufacturer
Adaptive Communication Systems, Inc. Epson HX-20 computer and ACS communication aids. $95.00 994 Broadhead Road Suite 202 Coraopolis, PA 15108 (412) 264-2288
Adaptive Technology, Inc. Apple II family, Apple Macintosh, IBM-PC and PCjr $15.00 - 5334 72nd Circle North $25.00 Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 (612) 560-0861
AT & T Standard Touch-Tone Phone No 2001 Route 46 charge Parsippany, NJ 07054 (800) 233-1222
ComputAbility Corporation Apple IIc and Ile $79.95 101 Route 46 East Pine Brook, NJ 07058 (201) 882-0171
COPH-2 Apple IIc and II+, TRS80 models 1 and 3 $30.00 2020 Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 866-8195
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Developmental Equipment Apple II family, Commodore 64 and VIC-20, IBM-PCjr 58950 981 Winetka Terrace Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (312) 438-3476
Prentke Romich Company Apple II family, Apple Macintosh, Commodore 64, IBM- $85.00 - 1022 Hey! Road PC, Franklin, Atari,Texas Instruments TI 99/4A, custom $100.00 Wooster, OH 44691 keyguards available (custom (216) 262-1984 extra)
TASH, Inc. Apple II family, Commodore 64 and VIC-20, IBM-PC $44.00 - 70 Gibson Drive $174.50 Unit 12 Markham, ON L3R 4C2 CANADA (416) 475-2212
Words+, Inc. Apple lIc and He, Epson HX-20, Grid, custom keyguards $50.00 - 1125 Stewart Court available $75.00 Suite D (custom Sunnyvale, CA 94086 extra)
Zygo Industries, Inc. Sharp Memowriter $100.00 P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207 (503) 297-1724
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Keyboard Modification Programs
All of the software listed below has certain features that modify the normal operation of the standard computer keyboard, in order to facilitate typing on the keyboard while running standard computer programs. These features fall into four categories:
1) Single-Finger Operation: KeYboard modifications that eliminate the need to press more than one key at a time. The typical single-finger program converts the action of keys such as SHIFT to latching; that is the key will In engaged by pressing it once, and then disengaged by pressing it again. In some cases the SHIFT key will hold only for the next keypress, after which it automatically releases. 2) Auto-Repeat Defeat: Most standard keyboards have a feature which causes a key to repeat after it is held down for a. certain length of time. This class of program disables or modifies that feature. This capability would be useful to any user who tends to trigger the auto-repeat unintentionally. 3) Abbreviation Expansion: Allows the user to create short sets of characters (the abbreviation) which will trigger longer sets of characters (the expansion). (These abbreviation- expansion combinations are sometimes known as "macros?) Some programs offer automatic expansion of abbreviations (they expand as soon as they are typed), and others require that a special key be pressed to expand the abbreviation. ,Abbreviation expansion would be useful to anyone who needs to speed up their typing rate on the computer. Contact the nsahroficturer of the program to make sure that abbreviations do not require two keys to be held down at the same time ("chorale abbreviations), if this is an important consideration for you. 4) Keyboard Redefinition: Provides the ability to redefine the position of some or all of the keys on the keyboard. This type of modification would be useful to anyone who needs an alternate keyboard layout.
Besides cost and computer compatibility, some major considerations in selecting one of these programs are: (1) Does the program best provide for the user's need? (2) What other features are offered and are they desirable? (Some of the programs listed have features in addition to the ones enumerated above.) (3) How compatible is the program with the software that the user will be running? (Some of the programs may not be fully "transparent.") Inclusion on this list does not constitute an endorsement, and the accuracy of the prices is not guaranteed. Always contact the manufacturer for more information about the product before placing any order.
Manufacturer Product Computer Description Cost
Adaptive Peripherals Adaptive Apple 11+, Be An internal circuit card that $400.00 4529 Bagley Avenue North Firmware Card fits in an expansion slot in Seattle, WA 98103 the Apple. The AFC offers (206) 633-2610 the capability of using up to 16 special input methods. Two of its features arc single-finger operation and auto-repeat defeat. Keyboard Modification Programs
.4ffinity Microsystems, LTD Tempo Apple Macintosh Abbreviation expansion. Contact 1050 Walnut Street Macros can include mouse manufac- Suitg; 425 movements as well as turer Boulder, CO 80302 keystrokes (303) 442-4840
Alpha Software Keyworks IBM-PC Abbreviation expansion $89.95 30 B Street capability. Abbreviation list Burlington, MA 01803 can be edited on-screen (617) 229-2924 while running another program..
Beagle Bros., Inc. MacroWorks Apple II family Allows abbreviation $34.95 3990 Old Town Avenue expansion to be used in Suite 102C AppleWorks programs. San Diego, CA 92110 Built in macros plus ability (619) 296-6400 to create custom. Three other AppleWorks utilities included.
Borland International SuperKey IBM-PC AbbreCiation expansion plus $69.95 4585 Scotts Valley Drive other utilities. Help screens Scotts Valley, CA 95066 can be made for each group (408) 438-8400 of macros.
Brown & Co, Inc. PC-Pedal IBM-PC Allows a pedal, or any single $79.95 P.O. Box 2443 switch, to be used in lieu of South Hamilton, MA 01982 the SHIFT, ALT, or (617) 468-7464 CONTROL keys. The "enhanced" version allows the pedal or switch to subtitute for any desired key.
Computers to Help People, Inc. CHPI Apple Tool Apple II family A braille-output program $15.00 1221 West Johnrn Street Kit designed to allow single- Madison, WI 53715 finger operation as well. (608) 257-5917, 257-1270 (TDD) Also provides morse code output.
Covington Group Keyer Tandy 100 and 200, Allows any desired amount $19.95 4519 Perry Avenue North NEC 8201A (on of keyboard redefinition: Minneapolis, MN 55422 cassette) any key can be "moved" to (612) 537-4910 any desired location.
Designing Aids for Disabled PC Assisted IBM-PC Allows single-finger $40.00 Adults Keyboard operation of SHIFT, ALT, 1024 Dupont Street and CONTROL keys, plus Toronto, ON M6H 2A2 keyboard redefinition. CANADA (416) 533-4494
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Desigeing Aids for Dilabled PC AID and PC IBM-PC Adaptive devices for the S150.00- Adults (coned) Serial AID IBM-PC that allow a number $200.00 of special input methods: single switch scanning, morse code, etc. Special input capabilities include assisted keyboard function with standard keyboard.
Dvorak International Dvorak Keyboard Apple II, Apple A number of programs for Various 11 Pearl Street Modification Macintosh, Commodore redefining the computer Brandon, VT 05733 Programs 64, IBM-PC keyboaid to the Dvorak two- (802) 247-6020 handed and one-handed layouts. Dvorak' International also maintains lists of keyboaid redefinition programs by other manufacturers.
EnterSet, Inc. QuickWord Apple Macintosh Abbreviation expansion, $59.00 410 Townsend Street allowing creation and editing San Fransisco, CA 94107 of custom abbreviation (415) 543-7644 tables while running another Program.
Kinetic Designs, Inc. Filch IBM-PC Auto:repeat defeat can be $89.00 4113C Bridgeport Way switched on and off. One- Tacoma, WA 98466 finger operation of SHIFT, (206) 565.6727 ALT and CONTROL keys includes latching plus assigning a diM---;.nt audio tone to each of these keys.
Life Science Associates Repeat Defeat Apple He A integrated circuit ("chip") $29.95 1 Fenimore Road socket that can be installed Bayport, NY 11705 by the user. Disables the (516) 472-2111 auto-repeat. Comes with on/off switch.
McCuiston, Ronald S. Handi-Keys TRS-80 Model 2 Allows keyboard $40.00 5795 Adelyn Road redefinition. A second Pcnascola, FL 32504 program will provide (904) 476-8916 statistical analysis of text.
Micro Connection, Inc. Hope Apple II, IBM-PC Allows single-finger $59.95 P.O. Box 198 operation of CONTROL, Bedford, MA 07130 ALT and SHIFT keys on the (617) 274-8112 IBM; ESCAPE and CONTROL keys on the Apple.
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Murray, Fr. Bradley (for CTRL & ALT Key IBM-PC One-finger operation for 310.00 information) Adaptive Program these two keys plus SHIFT. 19 I Street Northwest Pressing the key latches it Washington, DC 20001 for the next keystroke only. (202) 842-1650 CONTROL-ALT-DELETE (system re-boot) can also be executed sequentially.
Rose Soft, Inc. Pro Key IBM-PC Abbreviation expansion. $129.95 4710 University Way Northeast Macro lists can be created Suite 601 and edited while running Seattle, WA 98105 another program. Also (206) 524-2350 includes single-finger for SHIFT and CONTROL keys.
Software Research Technologies Smart Key IBM-PC Abbreviation expansion. $49.95 - 2130 South Vermont Avenue Macro lists can be created 359.95 Los'Angeles, CA 90007 and edited while running (213) 737-7663 another program. Single- finger operation of SHIFT and CONTROL keys. Keyboard redefinition capability.
Trace Center One Finger IBM-PC and PCjr One-finger operation of $10.00 S-151 Waisman Center SHIFT, ALT and 1500 Highland Avenue CONTROL keys. Pressing Madison, WI 53705 the key once latches it for (608) 262-6966 the next keystroke only; twice latches it until it is released. Audio tones indicate operation.
Washington Research Foundation Special Inputs Disk Apple II family Allows many special input $25.00 Suite 322, U-District Building methods, like the Adaptive 1107 Northeast 45th Street Firmware Card (above). Seattle, WA 98105 Includes option to use (206) 633-3569 switches for the SHIFT and CONTROL keys.
Xpert Software XtraKey Any using CP/M Abbreviation expansion. 325.00- 8865 Pol land Avenue operating system Each key on the keyboard $29.95 San Diego, CA 92123 can have one macro defined (619) 268-0112 for it.
Zygo Industries, Inc. Abbreviation/ Apple He Functions as a text editor $75.00 P.O. Box 1008 Expansion (very simple word processor) Portland, OR 97207 in its own right; has (503) 297-1724 abbreviation expansion capability plus single-finger operation
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Manufacturers of Electronic Communication Aids
Below is a list of companies which manufacture stand-alone electronic communication aids: portable devices with printed and /or synthesized voice output. Some of these devices require the ability to-FFess keys on a keyboard; others operate by scanning (sequential presentation of choices wherein the user selects with a switch), morse code input.o_r optical head pointing devices.
This list includes North American manufacturers only, and is intended as a reference for those who want an overview of the electronic communication aid marketplace. Inclusion on this list is not intended as an endorsement. Contact the manufacturers for more specific information on the systems they produce.
Computers for the Physically ETI Corporation Adaptive Communication Systems, Inc. Handicapped 1000 Long Boulevard 994 Broadhead Road 7602 Talbert Avenue Suite 5 Suite 202 Suite 5 Lansing MI 48911 Coraopolis, PA 15108 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (517) 694-9737 (412) 264-2288 (714) 848-1122 [Switchboard] [SpecchPAC/Epson] [TIM System] Furalletech Systems, Inc. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Crabapple Systems P.O. Box 190 One Canon Plaza 118 Commercial Street Liberty IA 52358 Success NY 11042 Portland ME 04101 (319) 626-6101 (516) 488-6740 (207) 772.8610 [Flexcom] [Canon Communicator) [Speech Pad] Garid, Inc. Commctrics, LTD Developmental Equipment 9313 Valley View Road P.O. Box 278 981 Winnctka Terrace Eden Praric MN 55344 St. Lambert PQ 341) 3N8 Lake Zurich IL 60047 (612) 941-5464 CANADA (312) 438-3476 [Personal Communicator) (514) 672-4534 [Audio Scan) [Talking 100]
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Texas Instruments, Inc. Innocomp Attention: Parts Innovative Computer Applications P.O. Box 53 33195 Wagon Wheel Lubbock TX 79408 Solon OH 44139 (800) 842-2737 (216) 248-6206 (Vocaid] (Say-It-All] VTEK latex Micro Systems Corporation 1625 Olympic Boulevard 725 South Adams Road Santa Monica CA 90404 Suite LE (213) 452-5966, (800) 345-2256 Birmingham MI 48011 (Small Talk] (313) 540.7601 (ICOMMI Wayne County Intermediate School District Phonic Ear, Inc. Attend= GregTurner. 250 Camino Alto 33500 Van Born Road Mill Valley CA 94941 Wayne MI 48184 (415) 3134000 (313) 467-1415 (VOIS Series) (WOLF end SeanWOLF)
Prentke Radek Company Words+, Inc. 1022 Heyl Road 1125 Stewart Court Wooster OH 44691 Suite D (216) 262-1984 Sunnyvale CA 94086 (Touch Talker, Light Talker) (408) 730-9588 (Equalizer, Trine System] Shea Products, Inc. 1042 West Hamlin Road Rochester MI 48063 (313) 656.2281 Zygo Industries, Inc. (Special Friend] P.O, Box 1008 Portland OR 97207 SoftCap Company (503) 297-1724 P.O. Box 7113 (ScanWRrIER, Zygo Notebook] Rochester MN 55903 (507) 2884729 (Timothy System]
Sonoma State Hospital/Development Center Communication Engineering P.O. Box 1493 Eldridge CA 95431 (707) 93846306 (Sonoma Voice)
TASH, Inc. 70 Gibson Gibe Unit 12 Markham ON L3R 4C2 CANADA (416) 475.2212 (Talking 100 Communicator]
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Networks, Bulletin Boards andDatabases This lc a summary of databases and computerized networks of interestto people with disabilities and those working with them. Guides to databasesare ',/so included. No recommendations on this list. Contact each resource for or endorsements are implied by inclusion more specific and up-to-date information beforegoing on line.
kin-Line Microcomputer Guide andDirectory Robotics Information (BRS) (BRS) Online, Inc EIC/Intelligence, Inc. 11 Tannery Lane 48 West 38th Street Weston, cr. 06883 New York, NY 10018 203/2274466 2121944-8500 Database with listings of software,including descri paves, reviews. and producer Database with journals, books, technicalreports, and comment.No conference proceedings dealing with gamelentertaissment software. robotics.
4 Sights Network ARTN (Advanced Rehabilitation TechnologyNetwork) ACS Medicate National Information System for theVisually Impaired 25825 Eshelman Avenue 16625/Grand River Lomita, CA 90717 Detroit, MI 48227 213/325-3055 313/272-3900 A network for rehab centers in N.America designed Teleconferencing, bulletin board, anddatabase for and managed by ACS Medicom. Intended blind persons and those working to provide a with them. Database key to more effective use of all rehab informations is available on rehabilitation databases. resources, Information is available on research &technical public policy. calendar ofevents, software descriptions and reviews, a nudtlhandkapped information, product information & testresults, blind conference. funding, legislativeilegal efforts, education, specialized training facilities, low vision, Job exchange. employment. As well as electronic mail anddata, technological aids and assistive devices,and ARTN stations will be able to occupational information. run and use any program on the ftleserver (e.g., Lotus 1.2-3 and DOase 111 Plus. etc.). 25 round one sites began using ARTNin June Kendall NET 1986. Kendall Demonstration Elementary School 800 Florida Avenue NE CTG Solutions Washington, DC 20002 Closing the Gap 202/6514035 (voice or TDD) P.O. Box 68 A computer network developed specifically forschools Henderson, MN 56044 and programs serving hearing impairedstudents. 612/248-3294 Electra& bulletin boards on new hardware, solutions A database with informationon computer technology to seekakai problems, what works well with deaf for persons with disabilities. Informationon hardware. students, discussions of trends. An educational software, publications, organizations, and software clearinghouse listingprograms in use or under practices/procedures is available at a cost of $10.00 evaluation at KDES or other schools and programs for per inquiry. Annual membership fee will be initiated in the deaf. Electronic mail system, computer pen pal October, 1986. Mail or phone inquiries;operator sends project. a printed document.
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Apple Cider BBS JAN (Job Accommodation Network) Greg Trobaugh West Virginia University 39-44 24th Street, Apt. 3B 809 Allen Hall Long Island City, NY 11101 P.O. Box 6122 718/482-0088 (voice) Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 718/482-0089 (modem) 304/293-7186 (general information) A bulletin board service designed to provide support to 304/526.4698 (W.V. residents) all computer users, with special emphasis on ?flaking 800/526-7234 information available to disabled persons regarding the A computerized catalog of solutions to accommodate use of the computer for productive work and functional access limitations in work environments. It rehabilitation. was developed to promote the hiring and advancement of people with organizations. CompuHelp National Association oi Blind and Visually Impaired The Disability Forum Computer Users Diveed Mandell P.O. Box 1352 P.O. Box 3557 Roseville, CA 95661-1352 Berkeley, CA 94703 916/786-3923, modem Information'iharing, experience sharing. Also The 916/783-0364, voice Mainstream Center, Round Hill Road, Northhampton, A menu-driven database and bulletin board foruse by MA 01060-2199. blind and visually impaired computer users. Information on hardware, software, publications in ABLEDATA braille or tape, self-help groups, blind computeruser A computerized listing if commercially available groups, etc. No charge; .510.00 /year donation is products for reheilitation and independent living. The requested. 24 hours per day. base of operations for this database is currently in transition. Rare Disease Database NORD Accent on Information Box 8923 P.O. Box 700 New Fairfield, CI' 06812 Bloomington, IL 61702 203/7466518 309/378-2961 This is a searchable database on CompuServe, A computeiized product database organized by accessible with a PC and a modem. Contains health categories of equipment and by disability function. related information with resources thatcan be ,contacted for further assistance. ADDS (Assistive Device Database System) American International Data Search, Inc. CompuServe 650 University Avenue P.O. Box 20212 Suite 101 B 5000 Arlington Centre Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95825 Columbus, OH 43220 916/924-0280 800/818-8199, A source of information on adaptive equipment A nationwide database with bulletin boards that programs and other resources. Requests can be made provide information on handicapped persons, issues, via computer, mail, or the toll free number. technology, and statistics, among other things. AdvocNet Rural Rehabilitation Technologies Database The National Center for Research in Vocational Education University of North Dakota Ohio State University Medical Center, Rehabilitation Hospital 1960 Kenny Road Box 8202 Columbus, GI 43210 -Grand Forks, ND 58202 800/848-4815 701/780-2489 614/486-3655 (in Ohio) This organization maintains a database eontaining A communications network for vocational educators; information about technological devices of interest to includes The Vocational Education Special Needs disabled people. Newswire.
CONFER Blissymbolics Communication Institute 350 Rumsey Road Toronto, Ontario M4G 1R8 406/424-3806 A computer conferencing network that enables users to establish and participate in technology-related forums and conferences regarding individuals. 41 33 Networks, Bulletin Boards and Databases 3
CRISP (Computer Retrieval of Information on Scientific NTIS (National Technical Information Service) Projects) Department of Commerce National Institute of Health 5285 Port Royal Road Westwood Building, Room 148 Springfield, VA 22161-2200 5333 Westbard Avenue 703/487-4600 general information Betbeada, MD 20205 703/487-4642 computer searches 30U/96-7543 703/487-4650 documents Ascientific base of information developed from recent Aleading source for government research and reports. government health research. Data searches on topics are published and available for order. CUSSNet (Computer Use in Social Services Network) Dick Schoech, School of Social Work, University of Texas at REHABDATA Arlington,F.O. Box 19129, Arlington, TX 76019 Adatabase of rehabilitation-related literature. The 8171273-2011 base of operations for this database is currently in Computerized Inventory of commercially available and transition. pioNic domain human services softitare. One component specializes in info on computers and SpecialNet handicapped users. Classification by special interest National Association of State Directors of Special Education group available. Local and national bulletin boards, 2021 K.Street NW, Suite 315 downloading of public domain software, skills bank, Washington, DC 20006 special interest groupi. Teaching materials, reports, 202/296-1800 literature concerned with the education of disabled This network features telephone access, electronic mail, children and adults. bulletin and,data collection in the area of special education. DEAF-NET Hal Huntley UNET SRI International The M.U.SE User's Network 333 Ravenswood Avenue Melinda Rauschert, Coordinator Menlo Park, CA 94025 Western Illinois University 415/859-2236 Macomb IL 61455 ProVictis information on DEAF-NET. Nota vendor, 309/298-1634 but cal,answer questions regarding this computer An electronic bulletin board for computer users, network designed for but not limited to the hearing prograin developers, and educators; information on impaired. For information contact Hal HuntleY. computer use in special education, forum for information and idea sharing, and access to public EIES (Electronic Information Exchange System) domain software relevant to the field. On-line 24 Computerized Conferencing and Communications Center hoursIday,7 days /week. No membership charge. New Jersey Institute of Technology Martin Luther King Boulevard Well-Net (CHIP - Community Health Information Project) Newark, NJ 07102 Dan Van Horn 201/596/3000 Sensory Aids Foundation Currently investigating the use of the EIES System to 399 Sherman Ave. allow people with disabilities, the homebound, and Suite 12 senior citizens to communicate among themselves and Palo Alto, CA 94306 with others. 415/329-0430 Anationwide electronic bulletinboar_d for the disabled. ECER, ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) No membership fee. Council for Exceptional Children 1920 Association Drive TECH LINE Reston, VA 22091 Center for Special Education Technology 703/620-3660 Technology Information Exchange ECER is the ERIC database. It has educational Council for Exceptional Children materials (including special education), reports, 1920 Association Drive bibliographic information, available via computer, Reston, VA 22091 microfiche, or paper copy. 800/345-8324 One electronic bulletin board offering news about special education technology and information from other special educators. Information is primarily on how the technology is used, rather than on the products. Information and fact sheets available at no charge. Networks, Bulletin Boards and Databases 4
EQUAL BBS Direct Link Michael Bowen P.O. Box 6762 3535 S. Wilmington Street Santa Barbara, CA 93160 Office 205 (805) 964-5708 Raleigh, NC 27603 Information and referral service. Links disabled 919/772-7513 people with providers of direct services. Can be :Offers 20 databases, generally catagorized by contacted directly by phone (voice not modem). disability type. Focus is on hardware, software, aids and adaptations to help persons with disabilities live HELPNET more independently. Special Education Software Center Building B, Room S312 HEX(TEX) 333 Ravenswood Avenue Mike Hales Menlo Park, CA 800/435-7639 (access) (except Alaska and Route 1 Hawaii) Box 30-W 800/223-2711 (technical information) San Juan, TX 78589 800/327-5892 (software information) 512/383-5860 On-line access to the Special Education Software Bulletin board, database, and electronic mail ,dealing Center. With a modem and telecommunications with use of technology by the deafcommunity. software, the center can be contacted via a toll free number. Future plans include bulletin boards where SCAN (Shared Communication and Assistance Network) software subroutines developed as a part of technical Larry Searcy, Director assistance activities are made available. No charge. 8605 Cameron Street Suite 406 Tell 'ern Ware Database Silver Spring, MD 20910 Tell 'em Ware 301/588-8252 1714 Olson Way Electronic mail, bulleting boards forpersons with Marshalltown, IA 50158 developmental disabilities. (515) 752-9667 AppleWorks database of organizations, companies and [INC Resources, Inc. individuals offering assistance, informationor products 3857 N. High Street to assist school-age special needs computer users. Columbus, OH 43214 Mostly Apple computer information, butsome IBM and 614/263-5462 generic application information as well. A computerized database of the software for instruction, personal assistance, administration, and CompuPlay Database testi. Free searches. National Lekotek Center 2100 Ridge Avenue Modular Student Management System (MSMS) Evanston, IL 60204 256 North Washington Street (312) 328-0001 Falls Church, VA 22091 Database of software for students with special needs. 703/536.2310 Available on disk (as AppleWorks file) oron paper. A network for special educators and administrative Entries are reviewed by CompuPlay instructors, applications. Designed to assist administrators develop teachers and parents. and update IEP and general reports for use at the building district and state level. Sources of Additional Information
C-CAD Online The Complete Handbook of Personal Computer Center for Computer Assistance to the Disabled Communication: Everything You Need to Know to Go 2501 Avenue J. #100 Online with the World Arlington, TX 76006 St. Martin's Press Bulletin board for the elderly and handicapped. 175 5th Avenue New York NY 10010 TRAIN 212/674-5151 Suite 101 Neshaminy Plaza II National Computer Bulletin Board Directory Bensalem, PA 19020 Thomas Wnorowski 215/639-1513 62.00 -A database of testing, training resources, assessment, 3352 Chelsea Circle and workshop materials used in special education. Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Inservice Network for professionals in special Lists more than 1400 bibliographies. education.
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 198S Portable Battery-Operated Printers
This list contains information on portable, battery-operableprinters that could be used with communication aids with RS232 output. No recommendationsor endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact individual manufacturers for current price and other information.
Axonix Thin Print 80 Laptopp On-the-Go Portable Printer $279.00 $14995 Axonix Corporation Laptopp Systems 417 Wakara Way 515 Calle San Pablo Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Department 1 800/821-7093 Camarillo, CA 93010 80 or 136 columns /line; 4 lbs; rechargeable battery and 800/LAP-TOPP AC adaptor; serial or parallel interface; thermal 805/482-9699 (in California) printing. Less than 3 lbs. (with batteries); gt. is 2 hourson battery power; 4 character types; thermal printing; parallel Epson HS-80 Letter Jet Portable Printer interface. Epson America, Inc. 23610 Telo Street Hush-80 Printer Torrance, CA 90505 Ergo Systems, Inc. 213/534-4234 303-3 Convention Way Lightweight; rechargeable battery and 6 volt adaptor Redwood City, CA 94063 to allow printing during recharging; variety of print 800/222-HUSH styles and features; ink jet printing; parallel interface. 415/363-5966 25 dz.; 80-column; rechargeable battery option. This TTXpress printer is on longer being manufactured, but may still $129.00 be available from some sources. ZYGO Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 1008 Diconix 150 Portland, OR 97207-1008 Diconix 503/297-1724 3100 Research Boulevard Works with ZYGO notebook. Prints 40 characteriper Dayton, OH 45420 second, and up to 160 characters across an 8 112"page. (800) 342-6649
NEC PC-8221A Contact for more information: ZYGO Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 1008 Portland, OR 97207 503/297-1724 Small, 40-column printer (4" x 6") Trace Research and Development Center race on Communication, Control & Computer Access for Handicapped Individuals enter Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Pointing, Typing and Communication Accessories
The following is, a list of companies that manufacturer or sell products designed to aid in the process of augmentative communication or computer access. This includes pointing and typing aids plus accessories for communication systems, including laptrays and lapboards for wheelchairs. No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact each company for more specific and up-to-date information.
ADL Catalog Fred Sammons, Inc. Heartland, Inc. Box 32 P.O. Box 1151 Brookfield, IL 60513 Sterling, IL 61081 (800) 323-7305
Ali-Med, Inc. Kviz Enterprises Rehab-Ortho Plus P.O. Box 1706 297 High Street Fqrtland, OR 97207 Dedham, MA 02026 (563) 644-2940
Bruce Maddak, Inc. 411 WaVerly Oaks Pequannock, NJ 07440 Waltham, MA 02254 (201) 694-0500
Cleo, Inc. North Coast Medical Cleo, Inc. 450 Salmar Avenue 3957 Mayfield Road Campbell, CA 95008 Clevelacti, OH 44121 (216) 382-9700 J.A. Preston Corporation 60 Page Road Crestwood Company Clifton, NJ 07012 P.O. Box 04606 (201) 777-2700 Milwaukee, WI 53204 (414) 461-9876 Rifton Equipment for the Handicapped Route 213 Dixson, Inc. Rifton, NY 12471 Health Care Products (914) 658-3141 P.O. Box 1449 Grand Junction, CO 81502 Thera/fin 3800 South Union Avenue FashionAble Steger, IL 60475 5 Crescent Avenue Box S Rocky Hill, NJ 08553 (609) 921-2563
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Optical Character Recognition Scanners
OCR scanners allow computer users to enter printed documents into the computer without retyping. The traditional application of scanners has been to prevent rekeying documents such as insurance forms, legal materials, medical charts, or books. However they can also be useful to blind computer users, providing a way of translating print material into an lectronic text file. Once the text is in electronic form, it can be read with some,special device such as a speech synthesizer or an electronic braille display. Unless' otherwise noted, the scanners do not actually produce voice Or braille output, only transfer a printed document to a computer. Generally, the devices listed below must be connected to a personal computer to be operated. An overview of developments in OCR scanning technology can be found in the August, 1986 issue of PC World'rSainners: Gaining Recognition"). No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact each company for more information.
Abaton Technology Corporation Kurzweil Computer Products, Inc. 7901 Stoiieridge Drive 185,Albany Street Suite 500 Cambridge, MA 0213S Pleasanton, CA 94566 (617) 864-4700 (415)'463-8822 Kurzweil Reading Machine (a complete system for Scan 300 Series translating printed text to synthesized speech; designed for blind users.) Canon USA, Inc. 1 Canon Plaza Microtek Lab, Inc Lake Success, NY 11042 16901 S. Western Avenue 516/488-67001systems division) Gardena, CA 90247 IX-12, IX-8 -(213) 321-2121 MS-300A, Smart Reader Compuscan, Inc. 81 Two Bridges Road Totec Company, LTD Building 2 19151 Parthenia Street Fairfield, NJ 07006 Northridge, CA 91324 (800) 631-0951, (201) 575-0500 703/486-2724 Persunal Computer Scanners (PCS) Words-to-Voice (a complete system with voice output, consisting of OCR device, personal computer, and Datacopy Corporation software for computer). 1215 Terra Bella Avenue Mountain View, CA 94043 Other companies working on low-cost sheet scanners costing (415) 965-7900 51,50042,000: Datacopy Model 730, JetReader Sharp Electronics Corporation Ricoh Corporation DEST Corporation 1201 Cadillac Court 11Elpitas, CA 95035 ((.406) 946-7100 IC-Scan
Electronic Information Technology, Inc. 25 Just Road Fairfield, NJ 07006 (201) 227-1447 PS-2000 46 43 Trace Research and Development Center ace on Communication, Control & Computer Access for Handicapped Individuals enter Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Training Programs in Technology for Special Education
This list contains information on both degreeprograms and workshopltraining opportunities in the area of computer applications for disabled persons. No recommendationsor endorsements are implied by i4clusion on this list. Contact each resource for more specific and up-to -date information.
ACTT Curriculum (Activating Children Through Computer and Information Science Department Technology) University of Massachusetts 27 Horrabin Hall A305 Graduate Research Center Western Illinois University Amherst, MA 01003 Macomb, IL 61455 413/545-2744 309/298-1014 Conducts research in design of single-switch scanning Model demonstration project funded in 1983to systems. Involved in the development and application develop a microcomputer curriculum model forages of microcomputer programs for single-switch scanning. birth-6. Program uses computers and special Evaluates soft: are systems for the disabled. peripherals for environmental control, communication, drawing, writing, and teaching. Computer Resource Center 207 N. San Marco Avenue Carroll Center for the Blind St. Augustine, FL 32084 770 Centre Street 904/824-1654, ext. 581 Newton, MA 02158-2597 Provides computer training and technical support to Annual summer training program for special educators teachers of blind students and teachers of deaf (introductions to computers and access devices) and students. blind teenagers (word processing). Department of Special Education Center for Learning & Technology David Malouf, PhD. State University of New York at Buffalo University of Maryland 217 Baldy Hall College Park, MD 20742 Buffalo, NY 14260 301/454-6921 716/636-2110 Computer technology in special education doctoral incorporates an interdisciplinary approach to program. integrating new technology into education. Goals include investigating fundamental questions, Department of Special Education constructing prototypes and establishing relationships Dr. Robert Kretschmer between industry and education. Box 223 Teachers College Columbia University New York, NY 10027 212/678-3880 In cooperation with the College's Department of Communication, Computing, and Technology in Education,-an M.A. in Learning Disabilities or Ed.D. in Special Education, involving the application and development of technology. 47 44 Training. Programs in Technology for Special Education 2
'Department of Special Education Institute on Learning-Based Tools for Special Populations University of Arkansas-Little Rock University of Virginia Dr. Calvin Jones 132 Emmet Street 2801 South University Box 9022 Little Rode, AR 72204 Charlottesville, VA 22906-9022 501/569-3335 804/924-7107 Teaches future rehabilitation and special education The Institute was held June 16- July 5,1986. Activities professionals computer use for a wide range of to enhance use of computer applications and purposes. Involved in a variety of research projects, technology in special education and clinical settings particularly regarding the use of bar code technology. included use of learner-based software suchas 1000, MPAL (a LOGO-like language tyhkh permitsuse of Division of Rehabilitation Services (TN) interactive vieeodisk, speech synthesizer and animation), 400 Deaderick Street PC Storyboard, and Listen to Learn (a talking word Suite 1100 processor). Participants have the use of a computer Nashville, TN 37219 and modem during the following year to exchange 615/741-5644 ideas and information. The division is on-line with SpecialNet, RehabNet, DeafNet, SCAN, HEX, and ABLEDATA. It provides Lesley CollegeGraduate,School statewide staff training in the uses of microcomputers Rebecca Corwin, Assistant Professor in rehabilitation for vocational rehabilitation counselors. Computers and Education: Focus on Learners with Special Needs Easter Seal Children's Center Division of EducatiOn and Special Education 2030 Towers Ferry Road 29 Everett Street Suite 140 Cambridge, MA 02138-2790 Atlanta, GA 30339 617/868-9600, ext. 371 404/980-1744 Courses blend theoretical and field-based work; Offers advice and training for computer use with pre- Master's Degree or Certificate of Advanced Graduate school handicapped children. Includes diagnostic Study. Program includes introductory level services for students regarding computers, peripherals programming languages, software evaluation, and appropriate software. applications for special needs learners, and curriculum integration. EduCation Dividon Johns Hopkins University Micro Abilities 100 WhiteWarlHall 98 Main Street Baltimore, MD 21045 Suite 232 3011338-8273 Tiburon, CA 94920 johns Hopkins offers both a Masters anda Doctoral 415/415-2966 program in Special Education Tecluwlogy. The Offers training to education and rehabilitation Education Division conducts research on integrating professionals and prer'des appropriate computer- microcomputers into the special education classroom. related devices to work directly with clients.
Gallaudet College Microcomputer Rosource Center Mrs. Karen Simpson St. Martin's College Graduate Admissions Counselor Lacey, WA 98503, 800 Florida Avenue NE 206/438-4334 Washington, DC 20002 Provides the opportunity for educators and others to 202/651-1070 review and evaluate different computer systems, 800/672-7620, etc. 5070 software and other instructional materials. A variety of Master of Science in Educational Technology: Special clasies are offered related to new uses of technology. Education/Deafness. Rehabilitation Research and Training Center University of Oregon 217 Clinical Services Building Eugene, OR 97405 503/686-3585 Administers the "Community Living' Bulletin Board on SpecialNet. Develops interactive video for mildly handier-i-ed individuals. Organizes the local Special lnteres. .froup for Special Educators of 1CCE.
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Resource Center Colorado Easter Seal Society, Inc. 5755 W. Alameda Street Lakewood, CO 80226 303/233-1666 Offers a variety of computer services for disabled people, including computer camps, workshops for disabled, individuals, teachers and therapists, and information on computers and adaptive equipment.
Special Education Technology Resource Emmanuel College Library Third Floor 400 The Fenway Boston, MA 02115 617/232-7913 The center maintains a software lending library, model adaptive hardware learning lab, and a variety of 'teacher training opportunities for special educators.
Trace Research and Development Center S-151 Waisman Center 1500 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 262-6966 Advanced Workshop in Computer Access and Use for Disabled Pe -sons' sponsored by the Trace Center several times each year at various locations around the country. Inquire for brochure, dates and locations. Trace Research and Development Center race on Communication, Control & Computer Access for Handicapped Individuals enter Waisman Center University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Portable Typewriter
This is a kstiag of cammerciaily istaniefactured portable typewriters(weighing less than 10 pounds). A list of these devices has been inclnded because of their potential usefulnessas writing systems. No recommendations or endorsentents my implied by inclusion on this list. Contact eachresource for more specific and up-to-date information.
Royal Alpha 100 Brother EP-22 $199199 $129.00; $99.00 No LCD; 32-character recall; standard typingpaper, 16-character LCD; 2K memory; uses single sheets of single sheets only; uvight 10 lbs.; 1-year parts warranty bond or thermal paper; roll attachments are available. entfy. 90-day labor warranty, 1-year parts warranty;some parts guaranteed longer. Scarp PA woo 13-t.00- Canon Typestar 5 87 ,1wharaision (5 112:Pagrs);uses thermal or bond $225.00 -paper sin* sheets Osfy; weight 8.4 lbi; 26 15 character display;, one-line memory, 30-character key ablweriadani. 90-day ports&labor warranty, buffer; automatic return, underlining; uses standard jaaerY? Xerox or similar.paper; no roll attachments; 90-day factory warranty. Silver Reed RR-300 $795110: Canna Typestar 7 Prints 16 clearactersizcotid ; typei in pica, elite, mini; $350.00 81 neesnary; can en into any computer and actus 32 character display; 6K memory; accepts 9 112" wide :letter quility printer. 6-month warranty. paper, correctiar.: ribbon, 44 key keyboard, extended memory cartridge:m*11(4Se. Sihu Reed EXD-10 S19100 155charatler line; minimal memory; weight 5 lbs.; uses tgk sheets of thermal or bond paper; .lot matrix :pint. 6 nand warranty.
Sears P5394 $11904 WAND Sink page memory; weight 4 lbs.; uses single sheets of band orthermal paper; made by Brother. 1-year parts and labor warranty.
Brother EP-44 $200.00 16-character LCD; 37K memory (11/2; pages); uses singk sheets of bond or thermal paper; roll attachment included. 90-day labor warranty. 1-year parts warranty; some parts gtharanteed longer.
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Newsletters and Journals
This list is divided into two sections. The first contains publications withinformation for computer users with disabilities, and those using computers to teach persons with disabilities. The secondsection lists publications with information in the area of augmentative communication.
No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion in this list. Contact eachresource for specific, up-to- date information.
Computer Use Electronic Education Electronic Communications, Inc. Journal for Computer Users in Speech and Hearing 1311 Executive Center Drive Computer Users,in Speech and Hearing (CUSH) Suite 220 Mary V. Dickerson Tallahassee, FL 32301 San Jose State University 904/878-4178 Communication Disorders and Sciences Electronic Education features educational uses of the 1 Washington Square microcomputer. Has carried articles on computer San Jose, CA 95192 applications in special education. 408/277-290k- Publishes tniznuscripts, during May and November, Rehabilitation Gazette dealing with computer applications in diagnosis, Gazette International Networking Institute treatment, and delivery of services to communicatively 4502 Maryland .-,venue handicapped persons. Includes software /hardware St. Louis, MO 63108 reviews, new product announcements and summaries. 314/361-0475 A bi-annual international journal on the subject of American Journal of Occupational Therapy independent living. Publi.rhed by disabled individuals, American Occupational Therapy Association it features articles on travel, book reviews, technological 1383 Piccard Drive equipment and friends around the world. Rockville, MD 20850 301/948-9626 TRAINING, The Magazine of Human Re:,-.:rce Publication that tos new approaches, practices, Development research, educational activities and professional trends Lakewood Publications, Inc. in occupational therapy. The Lakewood Building 50 S. 9th Street SERC Newsletter Minneapolis, MN 55402 Special Education Resource Center 612/333-0471 25 Industrial Pirk Road Articles concerning training disabled employees to do Middletown, CT 06457 their jobs in corporate and industrial settings as well as 203/6324485 making jobs accessible to disabled people. Outlines the Special Education Resource Center's Concentrates on adapting existing business equipment. inservire activities, and lists new acquisitions, including prolekienal books; instructional materials and microcomputer software. J1
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Ruts liak The Source ACRES Family Publications of Wisconsin, Inc. 349 Miller Hall P.O. Box 4073 W. WA Usivessity Madison, WI 53711 liellisalows, WA 91225 (608) 274-5200 2011M-35M Monthly free-subicription newspaper for people with Each lour contains a section on technology. disabilities and professionals working with them. Aiditionotly. name' se other sections report later Carries a monthly colomn on technology. Regional technological mod adaptive devices for rural disabled editions published in a number of states.
MAINSTREAM, Magazine of the Able Disabled Anal Spetiel Edeeatimei Technology Exploding Myths, Inc. Notion Rural Development Innibite 2913 i3eech Street 359 Miller 11.11 -Sae Diego, CA 92102 W. WA Umivessity 619/134-3138 WA 911225 Covers independent living and employment related 2061616-33711 technology. Also carries feature articleson individuals Each ism contain seam as resources, problems and with various handicapping conditions. Monthly, sermegies. many of which are related to technology for excepting January and June. is mlicapped person. A recent issuewas devoted exclaslrely ter technology. BYTE 101 Phoenix Mill Lane Eddins Gumpulor New Peterborough, NH 03458 Ihniates Pablikkieg,Inc 603/924-9281 951 Pallas Amon BYTE is a mon:hly magazine coveeng generalcomputer Saws Spring, MD 20910 applications. The magazine has occasional articleson 30115117-63010 computer errplicotions for disabled individuals. 1114nonthly newsletter that reports oncomputer advances la edacation. Reports on teacher training, Education Update software ?waning, obsolescence, new products, Association for Retarded Citizens of Georgia research. legislation, state and local news, meetings and 1851 Ram Runway #102 conventions. College Park, OA 30337 404/761-2745 irwroScope Bimonthly. Contains articles relevant to paients Melnik:sue at the Handicapped Children's Computer educating each other. Technological aids and assistive Cospesitive Project devices are frequently featured. 193110sedent Kamm 01y, MO 64132 Rehabilitation Dirst Nlidseell Reds, PkD. Canadian Rehabilitation Council for the Disabled Dlatienal newsletter One Yonge Street Suite 2110 Apple Talk Toronto, Ontario Canada MSE 1E5 9815 So o& Tyler Stoxt 416/862-0340 Little Reck, AK 72204 Quarterly. Each issue contains the feature, "Let's Get attertely inagernine for blind persons whouse Apple Technical; highlighting technology and aidsto daily Computers with Echo speech synthesizers. living. Additionally, computer technology isa regular feature. Cognitive Rehshilitatian MSS Cartolho, Arcane The Exceptional Parent lederpolie, IN 46220 Pay Ed Corporation 3171257-9672 605 Commonwealth Avenue ifunontkly that includes articles on the use of Boston, MA 02215 composers in cognitive retraining, software reviews, and 617/536.8961 plated source code to allow readers topogrom new This publication is printed 8 times a year andcot 1-s applications. technology and exceptional children as wellas new technological developments. Devotes one issue each year strictly to tecimology. Newsletters and Journals 3
Education of the Handicapped Professional Services Journal Capitol Publications United Cerebral Palsy Association 1101 King Street 66 East 34th Street Suite 444 New York, NY 10016 Alexandria, VA 22314 212/481-6300 7031683-4100 Journal providing a source of information about ideas, Bimonthly newsletter containing current information concerns, and services for people with disabilities. about federal, state, and local efforts to educate handicapped children. Covers new laws and Washington Apple Pi Journal regulations, court cases and funding. Washington Apple Pi 8227 Woodmoot Avenue Input/Output Suite 201 669 Cas leton Avenue Bethesda, MD 20814 Staten Island, NY 10301 301/654-8060 7W984-1526 Feature reviews of microcomputer hardware and TM: quarterly periodical is published by emotionally software, monthly. It also serves as a type of computer handicapped students in the New York City Public bulletin board for individuals wishing to meet and /or Schools. Itservii as a clearinghouse for technology in help other computer users. Special Education. Viewpoint D/SNUO Center for Information Resources Boston Computer Society University of Pennsylvania One Center Plaza 4025 Chestnut Street, 3rd Floor Boston, MA 02108 Philadelphia, PA 19104-3054 Quarterly newsletter of the Disabkdapecial Need 215/898-8108 Users Group A quarterly publication designed to address the community of individuals interested in trabsing and Newsletter: Microcomputer Technology for Disabled placement of handicapped personAn the area of data Individuals in Post-Secondary Education processing. Tom Morton SBS Lab Paraplegia News University of South Carolina 5201 N. 19th Avenue Columbia, SC 29206 Suite 111 (803) 777-7840 -Phoenix, AZ 85015 Covers computer topics in secondary education, 602/246-9426 including product reviews. Monthly. Offers information on spinal cord injury issues to disabled individuals and to the professional Special Services In The Schools community. Includes articles on accessibility, research, Bill Cohen recreation, legislation, and new products. The Haworth Press 12 West 32nd Street Challenged American - National Newspaper for the New York, NY 10001 Disabled 212/228-2800 - P.O. Box 4310 Quarterly monograph concentration on special Sunland, CA 91040 education topics. 818/3534380 Monthly newspaper featuring social events and issues Achievement affecting the developmentally and functionally 925 N.E. 122nd Street disabled. No(i) Miami, FL 33161.5727 30E-15-0153 Accent on Living Mathly newsletter for the disabled. P.O. Box 700 Bloomington, IL 61702 SAINT 309/378-2961 Leader's Digest, Inc. Quarterly. Information for physically disabled 6803 Whittier Avenue individuals, their family members, and professionals. Suite 200 New products listings and analysis included. McLean, VA 22101 Monthly consumer newsletter providing up-to-date information on ways technology helps disabled people. Newsletters and Journals 4
Usk-and-00 loader COPH Bulletin CW Communications/Peterborough COPH-2 PA Box 911 2030 IrvIa Park Road Farmingdale, NY 11737-9611 43,keso. II. 616111 5161665-3232 312/477413 Monthly magazine that deals with the Apple ll series Periodicals dedicated to handicappedpersons who use of computers. Ankle :, reviews. including educational personal computers. software.
On-Line Today Counterpoint CompuServe, I= 9618 Perennial' Way Arlicgtoa Centre Blvd. Vienna, VA 02190 Columbus, OH 43220 703/2813601 614/457-8600 Quarterly newspaper spoasored by the National This periodkal informs subscribers to CompuServe's Association of State Directors of Special Education. Handicapped User's Database aboutnew technologies Pracikes, research outcomes, trends and advancements and services available on the database. in special education.
Bits sad Pieces The Disabled Challenger Mamachnsetts Rehabilitation Commission Library Maddest Coosultants, Inc. Room 331 1615 South Fourth 20 Park Plan Apt. #4-3210 Boston,- MA 02116 Minneapolis, MN 55454 617/727440 (voice and TDD) 612/332-564 A bi-monthly newsletter, and acquisitions list of the Quarterly newslever. Each issue featuresone disabled liasstidassetts Rehabilitation Commission Library. The person and one nondisabkd person with positive Library has a largicollection of disability and outlooks. rehabilitation information. SENSUS The Disability Rig Sensory Aids Foundation The Advocado Press, Inc. 399 Sherman Avenue, Suite 12 Box 145 Palo Alto, CA 94306 Louisville, KY 40201 415/3294430 502/459-5343 Quarterly Journal for the blind which focuseson a Deals with social change and political issues affecting specific topic each issue. Hardware evaluations the disability rights movement. Frequently contains included. arils*: regarding the relevance of technology and announcements about new technology. Technology Update Sensory Aids Foundation CoonSENSE Bulletin 399 Sherman Avenue, Suite 12 Free Palo Alto, CA 94306 Dr. Chauncy Rucker 415/329-0430 University of Connecticut A monthly newsletter on technology for blind and Box U44 partially sighted people. 249 Gleebrook Road Storrs, CT 0626$ The Catalyst 203/46-4034 1259 El Camino Real Contains reviews of software as they apply to special Suite 271 needs students. Lists upcoming events and Menlo Park, CA 94025 technological breakthroughs for people with disabilities 415/3264997 as well as resource and reference information. Bimonthly; Newsletter of the Western Center for Microcomputers in Special Education, Inc.; Information Bright'Futures on products, research, and applications. Easter Seal Children's Center 2030 Towers Ferry Road Closing the Gap Suite 140 P.O. Box 6$ Atlanta, OA 30339 Henderson, MN 56044 404/903-1744 612/24-3294 Offers advice for pre-school computing. including Bimonthly. Information on the use of computers in articles on successful software utilised both in therapy special education and rehabilitation. including software and the classroom. Also covers questions and answers and hardware reviews, user comments, articles, and derived from letters to the editor. suggestions.
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Computer Disability News Classroom Computer Learning Free Of charge. 2451 East River Road National Easter Seal Society Dayton, OH 45439 2023 W. Ogden Ave. 800/543-4383 Chicago, IL 60612 Newsletter aimed toward the education and 312/243-8400 administration of K-12 and college schools. Quarterly; Announcements regarding products, software, meetings, grants; interviews with leaders in The Computing Teacher the field. 1787 Agate Street University of Oregon COPH Bulletin Eugene, OR 97403 2030 Irving Park Rod 503/686-4414 Chicago, IL 60618 9 issueslyr (August-June). The journal of ICCE Committee on Personal Computers and the (International Council of Computers in Education). Handicapped; Quarterly. Articles, columns of various interest areas (logo, math, language arts, sciences) software reviews, new FDLRS-South products, calendarslupdates. Exceptional Technology 9220 SW 52 Terrace .Educational Technology Miami, FL 33615 Educational Technology Publications 305/274-3501 720 Palisade Avenue -Newsletter printed 8 times during the school year Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 handling Itinis of special interest for special education 201/871-4007 Specifically for the Dane and Monroe county school Monthly. Articles dealing with the application of systems. computers for education, literature and product reviews, and abstract.siof documents from the ERIC Network Clearinghouse of Information Resources. No charge. 2520 Broadvisiy Drive Electronic Learning Minneapolis, MN 55110 Scholastic, Inc. 612/481-3500 P.O. Box 644 Instructional newsletter listing materials available from Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium. 201/939-8050 Published only during the school year. Monthly professional magazine designed for those who have a computer. Included are planning guides, Rehabilitation Technology Review software and hardware buyers guides, and teacher RESNA training curriculum. 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 700 Journal of Educational Technology Systems Washington, DC 20036 Baywood Publishing Company, Inc. 202/857-1199 120 Marine Street "Left to Our Own Devices° Farmingdale, NY 11735
The Sloane Report Journal of Special Education Technology P.O. Box 561689 Managing Editor Miami, FL 33256 Peabody College of Vanderbilt University 305/251-2199 Box 328 Bimonthly. Information on the computer industry, Nashville, TN 37203 software and hardware reviews, consumer tips, and Quarterly; Information, research, and reports of product information. innovative practices applicable to educational technology. Teaching Research Newsletter Special Education Department Education News Service Monmouth, OR 97361 P.O.13ox 1789 503/838-1220 Carmichael, CA 95609 Quarterly newsletter dealing with specific projects on v16/483-6159 different areas of special education. 916/488-4623 7 issueslyr, Sept-May; yearly index. Articles, news VME (Volunteers for Medical Engineering, Inc.) briefs, new products and resources, software 11728 Mays Chapel Road evaluations. Lutherville, MD 21093 301/252-7834 55 52 Newsletters and Journals 6
Computers and the OT Student International Rehabilitation Review Creative Computer Enterprises Rehabilitation International $12.00/yr. 25 East 21st St. 3002 Roanoke Circle New York, NY 10010 Lafayette,!, IN 47905 212/420-1500 Quarterly; software reviews, articles, Q 4 A column, Rehabilitation International is a federation of national, classroom management tips and hints. regional, and international organizations and agencies working together to improve the lives of people with SIG Bulletin disabilities. Alio publishliiternational Journal of ICCE Rehabilitation Research'. University of Oregon 1787 Agate Street The Advocate Eugene, OR 97403 NSAC 563/6864414 1234 Massachusetts Avenne NW ,Quarterly; is a forum for ICCE special interestgroups Suite 1017 to exchange information. One SIG is the SIGSPED Washington, DC 20005 for SPedid Edueation. 202/783-0125 Contains current infointation relating microcomputers Software in the Classroom, A Newsletter for Social Studies to the teaching of autistic children. Also lists Teachers information concerning conferences relating to Judith Waite camputers and autism. Quarterly. Free Focus Media, Inc. Journal of Learning Disability 839 Stewart-Avenuer. do PRO ED Inc. P.O. Box 86S 5341 Industrial Oaks Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530 Austin, TX 28735 800/645 -8989 Includes section on computers in the schools. 516/794-8900 (NY) Quarterly. Aurmentative Communication Update Current Expressions ERIC Prentke Romich Company Council for Exceptional Children 1022 Heyl Road 1920 Akociation Drive Wooster, pH 44691 Reston, VA 22091 216/262-1984 703/620-3660 Quarterly; Product information, articles on system Semi-annual. List of products, current information, and users. tips. Augment:five and Alternative Communication Rehab Brief Williams and Wilkins PSI International 428 E Preston Street 510 North Washington Street Baltimore, MD 21202 Falls Church, VA 22046 301/528-4116 703/534-7591 Quarterly. Journal focuses on non-verbal Monthly newsletter each focusing on a specific topic communication, integration theory,,technology, systems development, assessment, treatment and education of The Compu-Tech Connection alternative systems users. Research and Training_ Center Stout Vocational Rehabilitation ALS Association Newsletter School of Education & Human Services ALS Association University of 15300 Ventura-Boulevard Menomonie, WI 54751 Suite 315 715/232-1389 Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 Biannual newsletter; Product and resource descriptions. 818/990-2151 Contains summaries of available computer-assisted Disabled USA communication appliances and devices. New president's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped developments in the computer-assisted communication 1111 20th Street NW field are covered in each issue. 6 times a year. Washington, DC 20210 202/653-5044 A quarterly Pit:Scation, scheduled for revisions including a name change in September, 1987.
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Communi-Collegist Blindness and Vision Impairments Caller Center for Communication Disorders 1966 Inwoo4, Road See "Information Resources for Blind and Visually Universityof Texas Impaired Individuals." Dallas, TX 75225 214/783-3000 Deafness and Hearing Impairments -Provides current information on augmentative communication Materials, equipment, and literature. See "Information Resources for Deaf and Hearing Impaired Individuals." Communicating Together Easter Seals Communication Institute 24 Ferand Drive Don Mills , Ontario, Canada M3C 3N2 416/4214377 Comm isnicating Together is a quarterly journal published by the-Blisiymbolies Cinismunication Institute. Application of Blissymboli and information useful in implementing all augmentative communication systemi are provided.
Assistive Devices News Penniylvanii Aisistive Device Center Elizabethtown Hospital and Rehabilitation Center Elizabethtown, PA 17022 717/367 -1161 800/642-7734(fOr Penn. residents) ,Quaiterly; Provides product information, announcenseists, and conference reports. .Focuses on augmentative communication, and includes information on` computer access peripherals.)
:Communicatioa Outlook Circulation Manager Michigan State University 405 Computer Center East Lansing, MI 48824-104 517/353-0870 Quarterly; Focuses exclusively on communication aids and techniques.
Friends 'Special Children's Friends, Inc. RD 1, Box 84 Surry, ME 04684 Quarterly magazine for school aged children with language, delays and other disabilities. Includes photo essays, interviews, and a pen pal service
Talking Bars Newsletter Learning Express, Inc. 8029 Danwood St. Little Rock, AR 72204 501/565-8208 Biannual. Bar code talking technology in augmentative communication and special education.
Developmental Equipment Newsletter 900 Winnetka Terrace Lake Zurich, IL 60047 312/438-3476 Product updates on augmentative communication and computer access devices (34 times a year); articles sharing useful equiyment applications.
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 AssociationS, Advocacy Groups-and Self-Help Groups
The groups and organizations listed beloware concernedibiththe education, rehabilitation, and employment of severely disabled individuals. The list is not romprehensive: statesand communities may have agencies thatcan provide some of the same information and services. Norecommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list. Contact each resource for more Specific and up-to-date information.
A Chance to Gtow American Occupational Therapy Association 5034 Oliver Avenue North 1383 Piacard Drive Minneapolis, MN 55430 Rockville, MD 20850 612/521-2266 301/948-9626 (ACTG) is a.parent self help organization dedicatedto AOTA is a nationiwde organization of professionals the rehabilitation of brain injured children, and offers concerned with all aspects of the occupational therapy a sensory-motor home treatment program. field. The organization publishes the American Journal of Occupational Therapy. The ALS Association 15300 Ventura Blvd. Suite 315 ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 10801 Rockville Pike 818/990-2151 Rockville, MD 20852 This national organization acts as a referral service for 301/897-5700 computers and computer assisted communication ASHA is involved in a number of different applications devices to ALS patients. Most such patients dependon of computer technology, including administrative, computers taenable them to communicate with others. clinical, therapeutic, educational, and research-oriented.
American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Association of Electronic Cottagers Medicine Organization designed to support people who work in 2315 Westwood Avenue their homes with personal computers. Members can P.O. Box 11086 obtain marketing assistance and business consultation. Richmond, VA 23230 Information can be obtained electronically, via a 804/355-0147 modem, through CompuServe. Professional organization concentratingon the latest developments in the treatment of cerebral palsy. Association of Computer Educators, Inc. 751 Bard Avenue Association for the Development of Computer-Based Staten Island NY 10310 Education and Training 718/935-4030 Western Washington University New York `state area. Facilitates information sharing, 409 Miller Hall promoks equitable use of computers by all students. Bellingham, WA 98225 Serves as job placement organization for metropolitan 206/676-2860 area computer educators. Association for professionals involved in computer- based education and training. Membership benefits include annual conference, newsletter, quarterly journal and local chapters.
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BMUG Council for Exceptional Children 1442 A Walnut Street #62 1920 Association Drive Berkeley CA 94709 Reston, VA 22091-1589 Macintosh Users Group; one of the Group's SIGs is 703/620.3660 cower:41d with educational applications. $401year; The major national association of special education includes bi-annual newsletter, help-line. teachers, administrators, and univer.:iy students training to be teachers. Publishes "Exceptional Boston Computer Society Children" and 'Teaching Exceptional Children." 1 Center Plaza Boston MA 02108 Disabled Children's Computer Group 617/367-8080 2095 Rose St. Non-profit educators of those who use personal First Floor,East compater& Membership includes a newsletter, Berkeley, CA 94709 magazine, and access to various resources. 415/841-DCCO Provides information and training in the area of California Governor's Committee for Employment of the computer use by disabled school children. Members Handicapped have access to equipment. MIC 41 P.O. Box 942880 Disabled Interest Group of the San Diego Computer Society Sacramento CA 94280-0001 (DIGSIG) 916/323-2545 Milton Blackstone 1301 Dell Crest Lane Center for Computer Assistance to the Disabled (C-CAD) La Jolla CA 92037 P.O. Box 19129 619/459-8255 (Voice) Arlington, TX 76019 619/454-8078 817/273-3964 Maintains 24 hour Bulletin Board which provides information on associations, agencies, and services for Committee on Personal Computers and the Handicapped people with disabilities. Also features public domain (COPH -2) files for downloading, listing of aslistive devices and 2030 W. hiring Park Road other computer accessing aids. Full message system Chicago IL 60619, online. No fees involved. Information and technical consultation. Easter Sell Systems Community Health Information Project (CHIP) 2023 W. Ogden Dan Van Horn Chicago, IL 60512 Sensory Aids Foundation 312/2438400 399 Sherman Ave. This organization sponsors grants for software Suite 12 development for disabled persons, and is developing Palo Alto, CA 94306 regional adaptive device centers. Provides education, 415/329-0430 training, and discounts on sele.led computer systems.
Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center Fedeiation for Children with Special Needs Mohegan Community College 312 Stuart Street Norwich, CT 06360 Second Floor 203/886-5250 Boston, MA 02116 This organization acts as a referral agency for people 617/482-n15 needing information about services for handicapped CoaliEbn of parent organizations offering technical people. assistance and resource information on children with various disabilities. Coordinating Council for Handicapped Children 20 East Jackson Blvct Georgia Computer Programmer Group Room 900 2291 Glenwood Avenue SE Chicago, IL 60604 Atlanta, GA 30316 312/939-3513 404/894-3972 Provides training programs on special education rights 404/874-8371 and services for parents and professionals. Train disabled to use computers, primarily for self- employment. Also will help disabled individuals find employment.
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ISAAC (International SoCiety for Augmentative and National Information Center For Children and Youth Alternative Communication) P.O. Box 1492 P. O. Box 1762 Washington, D.C. 20013 -StatiOn R- 703/522-3332 Toronto, Ontario M4G 4A3 Afree information service that assists parents, 416/421-8377' educators, care-givers, and others in ensuring that The purpose of ISAAC is to advance the field of children and youth with disabilities have better augoilentOt4; and alternative communication, to opportunities facilitate information exchange, and to focus attention on work inthe field: Membership is international. National Parent Chain, Inc. _Activities include bininitial and regional conferences. 90 E. Wilson Bridge Road .Membership includes regUlar issues of "The ISAAC Suite 297 Bulletin"- and.rednced rates to ISAAC's official journal Worthington, OH 43805 "Augmentative and Alternative Communication" and 614/431-1911 affiliated publications "Communication Outlook" and This organization operates a SpecialNet Bulletin Board "Communicating Together". dedicated to information about special education.
Josephine Kretsch Brain Injury Resource Library National PC JR Users Group 5034 Oliver Avenue North P.O..Box 701618 Minneapolis, MN 55430 Tulsa- OK 74170 612/521-4245 918/747-2208 A membership library offering reference and lending services on topics related to brain injury. Produces National Spinal Cord Injury Association bibliographies, pathfinders, kits, and other materials. 149 California Street Newton, MA 02158 LIFT, Inc. 617/964-0521 350 Pfingsten Provides information or referrals for the direct care of Suite 103 pars- or quadriplegic persons. Publishes a variety of North Brook IL 60062 materials for rehabilitation professionals and perions 312/5644005 with spinal cord injuries. Not-for-profit contract prog"amming company that identifies, trains, and hires physically handicapped individuals for major corporations. NSAC (National Society for Children and Adults with Autism) 1234 Massachusetts Avenue NW Muscular Dystrophy A.w.lciation Suite 1017 810 7th Avenue Washington, DC 20005 New York, NY 10019 202/783-0125 21215860808 NSAC is a national service and advocacy organization Provides services for disabled people into sted in for people with autism. Special services are offeredon computer-generated music systems. Services include a local level as well as public policy advocacy and consulting and system set-up. information and referral services being offeredon a national scale. This organization provides information NAHSA (National Association of Hearing and Speech. relating to computers and autistic children. Action) 10801 Rockville Pike Ohio Coalition for the Education of the Handicapped Rockville, MD 20852 933 High Street 301/897-5700 Suite 106 Aconsumer advocacy group for speech and hearing Worthington, OH 43085 impaired persons and for deaf persons. 614/431-1307 Currently developing a statewide database of agencies National Down Syndrome Congress serving handicapped children. 1800 Dempster Park Ridge, IL 60068-1146 PACER 800/232-6372 (outside Illinois) 4826 Chicago Avenue South 32/823.7550 Minneapolis, MN 55417 An organization of parents and professionals that 612/827-2966 provides information on services for persons with Down PACER provides information, training and assistance Syndrome. to parents of handicapped children. Advice is offered in the areas of appropriate education and National Head Injury Foundation, 333 Turnpike Road interpretation of legal rights. Southboro, MA. 01772 617/879-7473
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Quadriplegics Communications Group, Inc. Washington Apple Pi 407-333 Stradbrook 8227 Woodmont Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R31.035 Suite 201 This group is an organ4iation representing and Bethesda, MD 20814 represented by Canadians with various disabilities. The 301/654-8060 group's goals include: access to technology, Organization of Apple computer users who meet and information,-publishing, and public awareness for the diicuss all aspects of Apple computers. Many of the disabled. topics are applicable to disabled individuals. The organization publishes Washington Apple Pi Journal. RESNA (The Asiociation for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology) Suite 700 1101 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20036 202/857-1199 This organization is concerned with the exploitation of science and-technology in rehabilitation. Its membership includes rehabilitation professionals, providers, and consumers. Sonse of RESNA's goals are to promote interaction between the above groups, improve the quality of life for ,dilabled people through the application of science and technology, and to influence policy relating to the delivery of technology "to people with disabilities. RESNAlas a Special interest group on computer applications.
SIGSPED Inter-national Council for Computers in Education 1787-Agate Street Eugene OR 97403-1923 503/686.4414 Special interest group for computers in special edlication.
Special Interest Group for Computers and Physically Handicapped (SIGCAPH) do Association for Computing Machinery 11 West 42nd Street New York NY 10036 212/869-7440 A quarterly publication. For information contact Ross Lambert, Chairperson, Wheaton, IL 3121462-4205.
TASH (The Association for Persons with Severe Handicaps) 7010 Roosevelt Way NE Seattle, WA 98115 206/523-8446. Offers information on severe-profound disabilities (particularly severe retardation). Maintains an extensive bookstore of books and papers regarding persons with severe handicaP1.- Prodeces assistive devices.
VIEWPOINT do Physically Handicapped Training Center University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia PA 19104 215/898-8108
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Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Service Centers for Augmentative Communicationand Computer Access
This list includes basic Information on clinicalprograms that provide services in the areas of computeraccess for disabled persons and augmentative communication for non-vocalpersons. The list is organized by state. Contact particular centers to determine if their services will suityour needs. No recommendations or endorsements are implied by inclusion on this list.
Alabama Children's Achievement Center for Developmental Delays 3825 East Second Street Pam Elder, MA CCC Tucson, AZ 85716 201 Sleepy Hollow Circle 602/325 -1517 Birmingham, AL 35216 This center is primarily for preschool aged children 205/967-2050 with neuromuscular and developmental delays. Based An independent consultant, may be able to provide on the child's needs an individual program is devised in assistance and /or injOrmation in the area of the arias of physical and occvpational therapy, speech augmentative communication. and larguage, and special education.
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Cerebral Palsy Foundation of South Arizona Assistive Device Center, California State University- 4710 E 29th DAC W. Sacramento Tucson, AZ 85711 Colette Coleman, PhD., Co-Director 602/747-8609 Albert M. Cook, Ph.D., Co-Director Involves basic remediation and rehabilitation, vocational o5I3 University Ave. counselling and research on the use of technology with Suite 101B individuals with severe and profound handicaps. Sacramento, CA 95825 916/924-0280 The SFEAC Center Services inclUde evaluation, fitting of equipment and Mary Christen, MA training. All ages are served by this center. 6306 North Seventh Street Phoenix, AZ 85014 Children's Hospital & Health Center 602/263-0770 Speech, Hearing, & Neurosensory Center Evaluation; done on children with special needs; Chris Hagen, Ph.D, Director including augmentative communication. Speech-Language Pathology Department 8001 Frost Street Arizona Training Program San Diego, CA 92123 Susan Neidlinger 6191576-58'37 Auxiliary Communication Assessment Speech evaluation for all disorders, oral rehabilitation, 3727 East McDowall Road and augmentative communication aids. Phoenix, AZ 95008 602/275-7821, "ext. 357 Accepts referrals and students within Maricopa county schools - especially those with cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities. Services provided in the field of augmentative communication. 62 59 Service Centers for Augmentative Comminication and Computer Access 2
Children's Wapiti' at Stanford Rancho Los Amigos Hospital Rehabilitation Engineering Center Frank DeRuy. .tr, PhD., Director Mariaiet R. Barker, MS Communication Disorders Department 520 Sand Hill`Road 7601 East Imperial Highway Palo Alto; CA 94304 Downey, CA 90242 415/327-4800, ext. 345 213/940-7682 Offers A'sfrvices including wheel chair mobility and This department gives evaluations and involves itself commulticiyion aids clinic. with audiology and speech/language therapy. A program called transition in living is also offered to UCLA Intervention Program ease the shock of clients who underwent therapy. Dr. Judy Howard, Medical Director 23-10 Rehabilitation Center White Memorial Medical Center 1000 Veteran Avenue 1720 Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90024 Los Angeles, CA 90033-2481 213/825-4821 213/268-5000 This program works with young children (18 mo.- Syrs.) Offers diagnostics for speech/language therapy. who are either physically or mentally, handicapped. A team of specialists work in all rehabilitation areas SDSU Assistive Device Assessment Program including computer instruction. Clinical Training Center College of Human Services Glendale Adventist Hospital San Diego State University Rhonni Greig, Supervisor of Department of Communicative San Diego, CA 92182-0446 Disorders 619/265-6121 Non-Speech Comminication Program This organization runs tests and makes referrals 1509 Wilson Terrace covering all the bases on physical/mental disabilities Glendale, CA 91026 and development. 818/409.8023 Services include evaluation, and custom fitting of Non-Oral Communication Service= Community Based equipment. All ages are served by this clinic. Service Marilyn J. Buzo lich, Ph.D. Non-Oral Communication Center Director Judy Montgomery, MA, CCC 443-7 Grafi Ridge 9675 Warner Avenue Daly City, CA 94014 Fotintailk7ulley, CA 92708 415/664-2274 714/964-2014 Non oral children are assessed by an interdisciplinary Colorado team to determine their language skills, learning style and motor abilities. Rocky Mountain Regional Center Boulder- Memorial Hospital Non-Verbal Assessment Program Fflene Hoff, Coordinator Sally Cook, MA, CCC, Teacher 311 Mapleton Coordinator Boulder, CO 80302 Los Angeles Unified School District 303/441-0431 do Widney High School This center accepts inpatients and outpatients; 2302 South Gramercy Place deals with disabilities caused through physical injury Los Angeles, CA 90018 (i.e. head treuma, stroke, and spinal injury). 213/732-1976 This program serves individuals aged 3-21 yrs. A full Fitnimmons Army Hospital team of specia lists perform evaluations, and fitting Fran Romero and training of equipment. do Speech/Audiology Department East Colfax Avenue Northridge Hospital Medical Center Aurora, CO 80045-5001 Gail I.. Pickering, Program Coordinator 303/361-8241 Innovative Communications Aids for the Non Verbal Provides diagnostic services to all ages. Services (ICAN) include rehabilitation engineering. 18300 RoV.3 Boulevard Northridge, CA 91328 Poudre Valley Hospital 818/885-8500 1024 Lemay Avenue A team of professionals perform evaluations, fitting Fort Collins, CO 80524 and training of equipment. Also provide seating and 303/482-4111 positioning training. Provides diagnostic services to all ages. 63 60 Service Centerl for Augmeittativc Coinminication-and Computer Access 3
Candied The Communication System Evaluation Center Edythe F. Finkley, Evaluation Team Leader Newington Children's Hospital Sandra °shwa, Senior Presentor Lynn Graff, Speech and Hearing P.O. Box 271 181 East Cedar,Street 434 N. Tampa Avenue Newington, CT 06111 Orliiido, FL 32802 203/667-5200 305/423-9212 Availablefor on-site evaluations. Augmentative 305/422-3200, ext. 692 communication catering mainly to adults. A department Statewide center serving students ages 3-21 in specializing in seating and positioning interfaced with augmentative communication. adaptive equipment Is also offered. 14.1 Connecticut Center foi the Non-Vocal Iris Fishman Du Page Easter Seal Treatmeut Center, Inc. 130 Hunting Street. 830 S. Addison Bridgeport, CT 06606 Villa Park, IL 60181 203P-34-2118 312/620-4433 Special needs center giving on-site evaluations. An The center specializes in the use of personalcomputers under 3 day program and an adult day programare in therapy. available. Alan J. Brown Center of Alternative Communication d_ Environmental Control Jerri Voda, MS, CCC-SP University of Delaware Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Assistive Device Center 345 East Superior Street 12 Willard Hall Chicago, IL 60611 Newark, DE 19716 312/908-2556 302/451-2084 Center for augmentative communication, offering Provides centralized housing of diagnostic/prescriptive evaluation and training. assistive devices that can be used on site or requested by outlying areas for short term loan. Technical Aids and Assistance for the Disabled Center (TAAD) District of Columbhk 1950 West Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL 60608 Communication Aids Education Software 312/421-3373 Susan A. Brummell, MS. Walk-incenter containing consumer accessible Speech & Language Pathologist technologies and related information. 3177 18th Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20010 Oottfreid Speech Association 202/462-1187 Ann B. Kanter, MA, CCC-Sp 202/899-5891 (Messages) Center for Non-speech Communication 1535 Lake Cook Road Florida Northbrook, IL 60062 312/564-9230 Florida Diagnostic Learning Resources Services (FDLRS) Evaluations given; 1D speech/language pathologistson 9220 SW 52 Terrace staff. Specialize in various areas including non -vocal Miami, FL 33165 communication aids. 305/274-3501 Offers diagnostics for computer compatibility for State of Illinois disabled people, inservice training, computer Anna Mental Health and Development Center information resources, as well as software and Rehabilitation Services hardware evaluation. Those individuals who live in the clo Speech/Hearing Dept. southern or eastern portion of the state can inquire 1000 North Main Street about FDLRS /South & FDLRS /EAST. Anna, IL 63906 618/833-5161 Inpatient services only. Screening, evaluations, and speech/language therapy.
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Center for Communication Disorders Ltd. Kansas 18141 Dixie Highway Homewood, IL 60430 Institute of Logopedics 312/799.7520 Augmentative Communication Program Evaluations, involvement in assessment, and work with 2400 Jardine Drive electronic communication aids are part of this center's Wichita, KS 67219 services. 316/262-8271 800/835-1043 Indiana -Evaluation and assessment; program includes communication aids. Rehabilitation Technology Center Lan) Whitehead Kentucky 615 North Michigan Street South Bend, IN 46601 Redwood School and Rehabilitation Center 219/284-7134 Debra Maly, MA., CCC, Speech Dept. Head This center works with seating and positioning, 71 Orphanage Road environmental modifications, and computer access. At Fort Mitchell, KY 41017 job /home evaluations given. 606/331:0880 A diagnostic center serving all ages; offers special help Rehabilitation Technology Center to children ages 0 -S yrs. 6535 East 82nd Street, Suite 102 Indianapolis, IN 46250 Lodikma (317) 845-3408 Provides services in: augmentative communication, LSU Medical Center seating 4.4 positioning, mobility, environmental control, Diane Bristow computer access, and home and job site modification. Louisiana State University Shreveport, LA Fort Wayne State Hospital & Training Center (504) 568.4348 Julie 1Catchum Augmentative communication ....ervices. Speech and Hearing Department 4900 St. Joe Road LSU Children's Center Ft. Wayne, IN 46815 Clydie Mitchell 219/485-7554, ext. 647 Louisiana State University This department deals with augmentative 3730 Blair communication; only inpatients accepted. Shreveport, LA 71103 Augmentative communication services. Porter County Special Education Coop Neil Carpenter a in 750 Ransom Road Valparaiso, IN 46383 219/464-9607 United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland Provides diagnostic evaluations for students in the area Sue Cohen, Director of speech & languag,, including augmentative Non-Vocal Communication communication. Derry Preschool 18 Delrey Avenue Catonsville, MD 21228 Memorial Hospital 301/744-3151 Mark Russel Evaluations for augmentative communication. Assistive Device Resource Center 615 North Michigan South Bend, IN 46601 Maryland Rehabilitation Center 219/2847134 2301 Argonne Drive A diagnostic center whose services include: computer Baltimore, MD 21218 access, seating & positioning, and fob /home site 301/554-3000 evaluations. Comprehensive vocational rehabilitation center for the deaf and non-vocal; computer access. Center for technology for human disabilities.
Kennedy Institute Sarah Blackstone, PhD. 707 North Broadway Baltimore, MD 21205 3011522-5450 Providing diagnostic services to ages 0-21 yrs. Also offers dissemination of information. 65 62 Service Centers' for Augmentative Comminication and ComputerAccess
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Adaptive Computer Technology Center Oakland Schools Learning Assessment Clinic Kennedy Memorial Hospital Ina Kirstein, Communization Consultant/Clinician XI Warren Street Communication Enhancement Center Brighton, MA 02135 2100 Pontiac Lake Road 617/254-3800 Pontiac, MI 48054 Utilises and provides instruction in the use of computer- 313/858-1901 based technology to enhance learning, leisure, Educational evaluations, student assessment, classroom communication, prevocational skill development, observation - an adult program is also offered. independent living, and environmental control. Jackson County Intermediate School District Children's Hospital Medical Center Dianne Taulbee, Supervisor Howard Shane, Ph.D. 6700 Browns Lake Road Communication Enhancement Clinic Jackson, MI 49201 300 Longwood Avenue 517/787-2800 Boston, MA 02115 617/735-6466 Communication Enrichment Resource Center (CERC) Evaluations for the non-vocal including spinal cord John Smallwood / Bill Caster injured clients and the speech impaired. Incorporate Northville Public Schools therapy with voice activated computer, systems. 501 West Main Street Northville, MI 48167 Massadtu7-lts Hospital School 313/3494210 Carol Sargent, OTR/L This Center serves multiply handicapped; public school Adaptive Equipment students (ages 8-24 yrs.); federally funded. 3 Rando If Street Canton, MA 02021 Mott Children's Health Center 617/828.2440 Pamela Demerit "Project Access World"; Outpatient clinic; adaptive 806 Tauri Road design. Flint, MI 48503 313/767-5750 Non-Speech Communication Program Speech therapy and evaluations for school aged Ellen Kravitz children. Speech and Hearing Department Fernald State School Ming Box 158 Belmont, MA 02178 Sister Kenny Institute 617/894-3600, ext 2352 or 2285 800 E 28tlt Street at Chicago Avenue Coordinated program offering strictly inhouse services. Minneapolis, MN 55407 No evaluations given, but consultation and orientational 612/874-4175 information is provided. This organization uses computer programs to provide language and cognitive therapy to adults with Speech, Hearing, Language neurologic injuries. Ncw England Medical Center 750 Washington United Cerebral Palsy of Minnesota, Inc. Boston, MA 02111 1821 University Avenue S. 223 617/956-5300 St. Paul, MN 55104 Evaluations for the non-vocal. 612/646-7588 No evaluations, but operates a loan bank of New England Medical Center, Inc. communication equipment for professionals in the area Dr. Bruce Gans I Robin Low to dlow assessment of the appropriateness of a device Special Equipment Clinic for a client. Box 387 Boston, MA 02111 Creative Communication and Rehab Systems 617/956.5625 10416 Boundary Creek Terrace Twice monthly this center offers day-long evaluations Maple Grove, MN 55369 by a team of specialists in the following rehabilitation 612/424-5591 areas: communication, mobility, seating, etc. Offers a wide range of augmentative communication devices, accessories, and environmental controls for non-speaking, physically disabled persons. Services include loaner /rental, dealer support, training, and funding rcommendations. Service Centers for Augmentative Comminicationand Computer Access 6
Rum River New inzx Special Education Cooperative 430 N.W. Eighth Avenue Cerebral Palsy Association of Middlesex County Cambridge, MN 55008 Travis M. Tallman, CCC-Sp 612/689-3603 Director, Speech Pathology Oak Drive Courage Center Roosevelt Park Diane Cross Edison, NJ 08837 3915 Golden Valley Road 201/549-5580 Golden Valley, MN 55422 Comprehensive program that operatesaprivate school 612/588-0811 and an infant progrant. Computer access available. 72 diffRrent programs. Computer access. augmentative communication, speech/language therapyreamong the Children's Seashore House 72 offered. Evaluations given. Joan Bruno, MS, CCC 4100 Atlantic Avenue noising Atlantic City, NJ 08404 609/345.519i Living Systems/TTD Evaluations for augmentative communication. 428 N. Lamar Boulevard Speech/language therapy and computer access offered. Oxford, MS 3865.1 601234-0158 Children's Specialised Hospital Hasa microcomputer laboratory equipped to evalurue -Kim kite, MA, CCC-SP and to develop hardware andloftware which will Augmentative Communication Services provide capability to disabled individuals. 150 New Providence Road Westfield-Mountainside,,N3 07091 Mead 201/233-3720 Comprehensive rehabilitation hospital specializing in JewishHospital physical therapy. Involves evaluations for Occupational Therapy Department augmentative conununkai:zn, audiology. and 216 S. Kings Highway speech/language therapy as well. St. Louis, MO 63110 314/454-7752 New Mexico Using microcomputer technology, the Jewish Hospital offers complete assessment and treatment for disabled Clinical Microcomputer Laboratory people. Teaches microcomputer raze as a tool for Department of Speech rehabilitation as well as for vocational training. New Mexico State University Las Cruces, NM 88003 Center for Assistive Communication 505/646-2402 Hearing and Speech Department Diagnostic and clinical report center. Menorah Medical Center 4949 Rock Hill Road New York Kansas City, MO 64110 816/276.8225 John A. Coleman School Provides evaluations for augmentative communication New York Foundling Hospital systems. 1175 Third Avenue New York, NY 10032 =Ncbragkg 212/472-3322, ext. 629 The School uses computers daily with multiply Barkley Speech-Langtuze and Hearing Clinic handicapped children (ages 140) to achievea variety of University of Nebraska-Lincoln basic educational goals. 253 Barkley Memorial Center Lincoln, NE 68583-0731 The Burke RehabLuation Center 402/4724459 7ES Mamaroneck Avenuo Evaluationi for aug...-;marive communication; White Plains, NY 10605 speech/language therapy. 914/948-0050 Cerebral PalsyCenter Physical rehabilitation center dealing with problems such as: cardiac and pulminary diseases, head trauma, spinal cord injury, and arthritis. Evaluation on referral.
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Carol Cohen, Director United Cerebral Palsy Center 1603 Court Street Good Samaritan Hospital Syracuse, NY 13208 Margaret Russitano, MA 315/455.7591 1015 N.W. 22nd Avenue Portland, OR 97210 Non-Vocal Communication Group of Greater New York 503/229-7711 Arlene Kraut Many diagnostic programs offered. Evaluations and Queen's College computer access. 65.30 Kilo= Boulevard Flushing, NY 11367 718/U0-7000 hanntasia 718/520-735e Evaluations for augmentative communication, Pennsylvania Astistive Device Center Mary Brady speech/language therapy, computer access, and treaiment for MS patients. Elizabethtown Rehabilitation Hospital Elizabethtown, LA 17022 717/3674161, eat. 315 Rochester's f. iltitute of Technology Providing information and services to the physically The Moe ik`Special Services handicapped. This assistive device center offers 1 Lomb Memorial Drive equipment In the area of computer access and P.O . Box 96117 augmentative communication for students ages 3-21 yrs., Rochester, NY 14623-0687 inPennsylvania. 716/473432 Nnagadlsa finallena Yankton Area AdjUstment Training Center Division of Disorders of Development and Learning 909 W. 23tc: Street Patricia Porter/Kay Heins Yankton, SD 57078 University of North Carolina Chapel Hilt 603/665-2318 -Biological Science Research 220H Peovides computer-assisted learningon the Apple 1E1 C801233 for area :Pedal education students. ,Focus includes job CliiPel Hill, NC 27514 skills, job readiness skills, math skills, time andmoney 919/966-5171 skills, pedestrian safety, and motivation. Clinical center for the study of development and learning. Crippled Children's Hospital and aol 2301 Wait 26th Street Qh& Sioux Falls, SD 57105 605/336.1840 Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio Serving ages 0.21 yrs., the program offers diagnostic Miami Valley Hospital evaluations and services. One Wyoming Street Dayton, OH 45409 513/220-2063 Tim The Institute uses com.nuters to help brain injured University of Tennessee individuals make 144XiltadM use of their abilities. Focus Elaine Trefler, OTR Is on cognitive and linguistic retraining using Microcomputers as therapeutic tools. Rehabilitation Engineering Center 6a2 Court Avenue Memphis, TN 38163 Prentice Rolnick Company 901/528-6445 1022 Hey! Road Wooster, OH 44691 216/262-1964 A manufacturer of products for the non-vocal, also offers evaluations and clinical services. Callier Center for Communication Disorders Delve Culp 1966 Inwood Road Dallas, TX 75235 214/7833033
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Education Service Center, Region 20 Canada Dennis Di Idy. Community Based Services Technical Resource Center 1314 Hines Avenue 300:525-11th Avenue S.W. San Antonio, TX 78208 Calgary. Alberta T2R 0C9 512/271-7611 403/262 -9445 Provides information and one-month loan of devices in The Freedom Center the areas ofadaptive,toys; communication aids, daily 2219 Babcock Road living aids, inventory control and microcomputers. It San Antonio, TX 78229 offers assessment and muultation. (512) 696-0281, 696-1910 Augmentativecommunication evaluations and training, Sunny Hill Hospital for Children plus training in other areas such as mobility, self-care, 3644 Slocan Street work and leisure. Vancouver, British Columbia. V5M 3E8 604/434-1331 Washington Offers assessment and training of physically disabled children for access io microcomputers for educatioi., Gordon R. HaucleSchool recreation, and communication. Like'Washington School District 11133N.W. 65th Bloorview Children's Hospital Kirkland, WA 98033 Bill limes 204/822-9588 25 Buchan Court Willowdale, Ontario M2J 459 Children's Orthopedic Hospital and Medical Center 416/494-2222 Myra Isaman Communicative Disorders The Hugh MacMillan Medical Centre 4800 Sand Point Way N.E Penny Parnes, Director Seattle, WA 98105 350 Rumsey Road 206/526-2191 or 52.?)/2104. Toronto, Ontario M4G4R8 Providing services in augmentd five communication. 4161425-6220 Mailing address is P.O. Box C5371, Seattle WA 98105. Special programs of the Medical Center include assessment for augmentative communication devices. University of Washington Hospital Also operate .a microcomputer training program for the Communication Auilnentation Center physically disabled. BB 919 Health Sciencei Building RJ-30 Seattle, WA 9E195 The Kinsman Rehabilitation Foundation 206/543-3674 Technical Aids Program 2256 West 12th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 2N5 604/736-8841 Communication Aid, and Systems Clinic Rehabilitation center with many programs for the Donna DePape physically handicapped. Evaluation and computer S-120 Waisinan Center access available. 1500 Highland Avenue Madisr, WI 53705 Gorge Road Hospital 608/263 -2522 63 Gorge Road East Clinical assessment and evaluations for all ages. Victoria, British Columbia V9A 1L2 604/386-2464 Trace Center Communication Development Program Extended care and rehabilitation hospital. Julie Gamradt Speech/language th7rapy, augmentative communication, S-157 Waisman Center and training for disabled individuals. 1500 Highland Avcm!: Madison, WI 53705 608/263-5697
Curative Rehabilitation Center 1000 North 92nd Street Wauwatosa, WI 53226 414/2594414 Offers equipment loaning and diagnostic assessment in a variety of areas, including augmentative communication. 69
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1500 Highland Avenue Madison, Wisconsin 53705-2280 (608) 262-6966 TDD: (608) 263-5408
Trace Quick Sheets January, 1988 Software Resources
This list provides additional suggestions aboutwhere to look for information on software for special educationand rehabilitation. It contains two sections,one listing Software Directories and one listing Software Information Services. No recommendations or endorsementsare implied,b-y inclusion on this list. Contact each resource for .more specific and up-to-date inforneaticn.
Software Directories-and Guides Catalogue: Special Access Catalogue $500 Special Times Access Unlimited Speech Enterprises Free P.O. Box 7986 COL Houston, TX 77270 Dept. C' 713/461-1666 Cambridge Development Laboratory Over 45 speciality developers listed; 300+ software P.O. Box 605 and periferals products mostly, for the. Apple. Newton Lower Falls, MA 02162 800/637-0047 Software Recommended for Special Population's Free catalog of software selected. specifically for Dr. Eydie Sloane children with learning disabilities. Over 100programs, FDLRS-South by subject area. 9220 SW 52nd Terrace Miami,'FL 33165 The Educational Software Catalog 3051274-3501 ComputerOptioni Alphabetically lists programs in major curriculum 85 Mirket Street areas (language arts, math, social studies, science, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 career /vocational educatiOn, speech/language, 914/471-2765 survival /independent living skills, leisure activities,word 100 pages ; current educational software for Apple, processing /utilities; computer science /technology and IBM, and Commodore, by subjectarea; 500+ titles. recommends for (1) hearing impaired, vision impaired, motor impaired, mentally retarded or learning disabled Public Domain Software on File, Apple 11 Series Collection and (2) ability /interest level- preschool; elementary, F'cts on File Publications junior, senior and adult. 460 Park Avenue South New York, NY 10016 Family Guide to Educational Software 212/683-2244 L.F. Garlinghouse, Inc. Currently gathering and evaluating public domain 34 Industrial Park Place software for IBM, Macintosh, and CPI.'4. Middletown, CT 06457 203/632-0500 Software Directory of Free Educational Material and Special Education Software $30.00 Education Associates P.O. Bok,35221 Phoeniic; ;AZ 85069 602/234-i7ti2 Softwarse Resources 2
LAUSD/UCLA Microcomputer Team Handout The 1986 Educational Software Preview Guide 52.00 donation requested. ICCE (International Council for Computers in Education) 23-10 Rehabilitation Center University of Oregon 1000 Veteran Avenue 1787 Agate Street Los Angelis, CA} 90024 Eugene, OR 97403-9905 (213) 825.4821 503/686-4414 Lists hardware, software and books used by the Lists over 400 titles of favorably reviewed software LAUSDIUCLA Microcomputer Team Software is for 1C-12 classroom use by curriculum area. categorized and has brief descriptions. Only the Best The Discriminating Software Guide The Specialware Directory: A Guide to Software For For Preschool-Grade 12 Special Education 1986 edition 522.50 Education News Service (see Publications section) The Oryx Press P.O. Box 1789 2214 N. Central at Encanto Carmichael, CA 95609 Suite:I03 916/483-6159 Phoenix, AZ. 85044 916/488-4623 602/254-6156. An annual report by the editors of School Tech News. Comprehensive reference of programs from more than riescriptions of 168 new programs that received highest 100 coinpanies. Programs are indexed by curriculum agreement of top quality from 22 evaluation services, area (further divided into specific skill areas), and a listing of S4 runners-up programs and the 113 excePaonality, hardwire, nse' of special-peripherals for highest rated programs from 1985. input and output, level (early childhood; primary, intermediate jr. high, sr. high,,adult basic education, Technology in Curriculum (TIC) Project professiciital).. Programs for special education admin. Technology Unit' are included (authoring systems, learner evaluation and California Dept. of Echication assessment, records maintenance /general administration 721 Capitol Mall cuyi nianagement, teacher utilities). Sacramento, CA 95814 916/324-1961 Directory of Software Preview Centers 4 resource guides (math, tang. arts, science, S10.00 (ILIA members; non-members $25.00) history /social id.) which explain how 100 video and 500 Internitional Communication Industries As..ociation software program fit into the curriculum with specified 3150 Spring Street learning objectives. 5-10 detailed lesion plans using Pairfax, VA 22031-2399 programs for different grades in each subject area. 703/273-7200 beta related software (Apple 4) merges information in the resource guideselectronically. This is expected to Software Reports: The Guide to Evaluated Educational be a model for other states; each public school in Calif. Software received a copy. A limited number are available for 1;39.95 (seasonal issue) other educators. $149.50 (biweekly loose!, update issues) Trade Service Corporation Computer Use in Social Services 10996 Torreyana Road Network. Software Clearinghouse San Diego, CA 92138 The Graduate School of Social Work Nearly 1,800 program evaluations arranged underone University of Denver of twenty different subject areas. Ratings are based Denver, CO 80208-0274 on-program: documentation, et-se of use, content, 303/871/2915 instructional techniques, and educational usefulness. Software for use in human services.
Computer Equipment & Aids for the Blind and Visually Survey of Existing Courseware Ithpaired Education Turnkey Systems, Inc. S24.50 256 N. Washington Street Computer Center for the Visually Impaired Falls Church, VA 22046 Baruch College 703/536-2310 17 Lexington Avenue Box 515 The Special Directory New York, NY 10010 LINC Resources Up- to-date directory containing more than 150 entries. 3857 North High Street Included are hardware and software suppliers, Columbus, OH 43214 peripherals, researchers, training and demonstratioa 614/263-2123 centers. To order the directory contact 2214 N. Central, Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85004. Software Resources 3
Microgram Courseware for Special Education, ordering #50584 $40.00 (subscription', $15.00 Educational Products Information Exchange School Book Branch P.O. Box 839 Alberta Education Water Mill, NY 11976 12360 -142 Street 516/283-4922 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5N 1L2 October through June monthly publication of 403/427-2767 educational software and updated listings of select Available on diskette, usable with DB Masterpmgram. current software. CompuPlay Databize IBM Special Education Resources Guide to Adaptive $5.00 printed Devices, Software, and Services for Special Education, $1000 disk (AppleWorks) Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employers National Lekotek Center National Support Center for Persons with Disabilities 2100 Ridge Avenue P.O. Box 2150 Evanstiin, IL 60204 Atlanta, GA 30055 (312) 328-0001 404/238-3206 Descriptions and reviews of software for children with 800/426-2133 disabilities, including: subject, content, age level, exceptionality, hardware, peripherals, description, The Rehab/Education Resoiircebook Series: Resourcebook comments, price, graphics, animation, and sound. 3, Software and Hardware Software reviewed by staff and National Lekotek 1986 flipdate available Fall 1987) Center. Trice Research and Development Center 1500 Highland Avenue Personal Computer Software S-151 Wiisman IBM National Support Center for Persons with Disabilities Madison, WI 53705 P.O. Box 2150 608/262-6%6 Atlanta, GA 30055 A computer softviare,and hardware listing withspecial 404/238-3206 emphasis on products which make computers more 800/426-2133 accessible to the physically disabled user. Includes a Spread and accumulate information on computeraccess description ofsoftware,in the following are= for the physically disabled. Administration & Management, Assessment,Education, Trainit,& Therapy; Recreation, and Personal Toolor Aid. Apple k-12 Curriculum Software Reference Guides curriculum Software Group Apple Computer, Inc. P.O. Box 189 20525 Mariani Avenue Selma, OR 97538 Cupertino, CA 95014 503/597-2424 Oi contact local sales representative Software for special education. Directories of software for education for Apple CompUters. Cross indexed by curriculum." skills. Custom Software For Use in Rehabilitation Facilities The Sheltered. Workshop, Inc. Special Education Software Review P.O. Box 1205 Dea Pfeiffer (editor) 208 N. 4th Street 3807 Northwood Avenue West Memphis, AR 72301 Peoria, IL 61614 501/732-2750 309/685-8262 Programs include: Individual Program Planning, ob/Client Matching, Piece Rate Payroll, Contribution Closing the Gap Recording System, Leave Record, and Client Data $2100/year (US) Management. The Digest of Software Reviews: Education 3999 N. Chestnut Streit Closing the Gap Suite 333 P.O. Box 68 Fresno, CA 93726 Henderson, MN 56044 209/431-8300 612/24:,=3294 1000+ review extracts from 150 journals and `Bimonthly magazine. Information on the use of magazines; monthly issues and circulation indexes by ,:lmputers in special education au' rehabilitation, title, subject, publisher and computer(Ap,Ct, Com, including "Software Previews" column, user comments, 1BM, DEC, TRS-80; articles, and suggestions. Educational Software First Software Corporation Available at computer dealers A quarterly catalog of bestselling educational products for Apple, IBM and Commander 64 computers.
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Software Reports: The Guide to Evaluated Educational Software Information Services Software 539.95/seasonal issue Connecticut Special Education Network/Seware 8149.50/bIweekly looseleaf issues Evaluation Trade Service Corporation ConnSENSE 10996 Torreyana Road Box U-64 San Diego, CA 92138 249 Glenbtook Road Directory of educational software, including evaluative University of Connecticut reviews done by a network of volunteer reviewers. Storrs, CT 06268 Available as biweekly loase-leaf updatesor collected 203/486-4034 seasonal editions. Concerned with evaluating courseware for disabled students. Has telecommunications system for special The Educational Software Selectrw (TESS) education administrators, and a telecommunication $49.95 (price of '84 edition) project for disabled students. Teacheri College Press P.O. BoX 1540 Hageritown, MD 21741 National Lekotek Center Directory of software for education. Provides 2100 Ridge Avenue descriptions, review sources, and information on Evanston, IL 60204 required hisrdware. 312/328-0001 Database of software appropriate for children with MicroSIFT Ouarterly,Reports mental, physical, behavioral, sensory, and learning 'Technologyyrogr- am impairments. Updated bimonthly. Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory OneMain Place Special Education Software Center 101 SW Main Street .FOr Technical Assistance: 800/223-2711 Portland, OR 97204 For Technical Assistance (City): 800/435-7639 Reviews of microcomputer products for education. For Software Information: 800/3275892 -Issues organized by-topic. Organization also has a This service center is expecting a name and address demonstration and training center. change in OCtober_of 1987, as part of a new project. In the past this center provided free access to the Churchill Forum Center's software database and information services. December 1986 Issue Can retrieve by any or all of these categories: Contribution requested for reprint curriculum or skill term; academic /ready or interest_ Churchill Forum level; handicapping condition; type of computer, 22 East 95th Stiem peripherals required; primary users; type of instruction. New Yolk, NY 10128 Center staff mail out a printout of all fieferenoes The December '86 issue of this riewletter on learning found, or can send electronically to SpecialNet, disabilitiei was devoted to the topic of computer CompuServe, or HelpNet (see "Network?). An info software for college students with learning disabilities. sheet listing hands-on evaluation of products civaildble. Funded by US Dept. of Education An Update on Software in Cognitive Rehabilitation Sandy Owen V0.00/yr. Cognitive Rehabilitation 6555 Carrollton Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 317/257-9672 Publication for therapists, family, and patients. Relevant information on the rehabilitation of impairments resulting from brain injury. Best of available technology, programs, and t -w methods.
Directory of Software Preview Centers $10.00 members, $25.00 non-members International Communicatiun Industries Association 3150 Spring Street Fairfax, VA 22031 (703) 273-7200
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1500 Highland Avenue Madison, Wisconsin 53705-2280 (608) 262-6966 TDD: (608) 263-5408
Trace Quick Sheets February, 1988
Speech Input Systems
The systems listed below are designed to allow spoken utterances (letters, words, phrases, etc.) to serve as input toa computer or other electronic deVice sueli as a telephone: These systems operate by voice recognition; The user "trains" the system,..o recognize certain utterances by speaking them into a microphone connected to the system. Once the system is trained, it is possible to program the system to associate-each recognized utterance with a particular character or string of characters. When the system"hears" a trained utterance; it Sends the programmed characters to the computer as input. Most companies pro-,ide-SOftware to help with training and programming the system.
The spoken utterances can be words Or other keyboard commands. Right now none of the systems can understand individual spOken letters. Any spelling must_be done by having whole,words stand for individual letter"; (e.g., H-E-L-L-0 might be Harry, Ellen, Long, Long, Orange). The maximum length of a single recognized word or- phrase possible with today's technology is about two seconds; for some syStems the Maximum is, less.. There is no such thing as a system that can. interpolate recognition of unknown uords: all utterances to be recognized, must first be individually trained.
Some specifications that vary from system to system are: maximum length of utterance; number of-trained utterances ina single vocabulary;.fitimber of vocabularies that can be stored in the systeM; whether vocdbularies can be stored on disk:, whether the system_ can-recognize more than one speaker; the percent recogiiition accuracy; the amount of background noise .the system can tolerate; the amount of the computer's memory that the system consumes; and the type andamount of software that is available for vocabulary training and management.
Inclusion on this list is not intended as an endorsement, and the accuracy of the prices is not guaranteed. Contact the manufacturer before placing any order.
Manufacturer Product Compatible With Cost
ACS Telecom ACS Mcdicom IBM,PC $5,00,.00- 25825 Eshelman Avenue Computer System $19,000.00 Lomita, CA 90717 (complete turnkey (213) 325-3055 system including other input types)
Command Telephone System Commmand Tcicphone Telephone (included) Contact 5600 North Antioch Road System manufac- Kansas City, MO 64119 turer (816) 453-2010
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Covox, Inc Voice Master Apple II family, Commodore 128, 589.95 .675-D Conger. Street Commodore 64, Atari Eugene, OR 97402 (503) 342-1271
Drigon Systems, Inc. DART-5000 IBM-PC 85,995.00 55 Chapel Street Newton, MA 02158 (617) 965-5200
Voicescribe-1000 IBM-PC XT and AT $995.00
Voicescribe 20000 IBM-PC XT and AT Contact manufac- turer
IBM Entry Syste. i Division Voice Communications IBM-PC XT and-AT $1,295.00 11400 Buinett Road Option Austin, TX 18758 (512) 823-2252
TIT Information Systems Voice :ommunications ITT XTRA $1,350.00 2350 Qume Drive System San Jose, CA 95131 000 945-8950
Interstate Voice Products VocaLink CeUular Standard cellular telephones $395.00 1849 West Sequoia Avenue Module Orange, CA- 92668 (714) 937-9010
VocaLink CSRB-LC IBM-PC $1,250.00
VocaLink Series 4000 DEC, IBM-PC $5,200.00
VocaLink SYS300 Various terminals $1,495.00
VocaLink VRT300 DEC rr103, C. Itoh CIT 101, Plessy PT $1,1310.0 100-B terminals
Key Tronic Speech Rztognition IBM-PC $995.00 P.O. Box 14687 Keyboard Spokane, WA 99214 (509) 928-8000
Kurzweil Applied Intelligences K_ urzweil Voicesystem Various Computers $6,500.00 411 Waver1 ?ales Waltham, MA 02154 (617) 893-5151
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Microphopics Technology Corporation Pronounce IBM-PC 25 37th Street Northeast $695.00 Suite B' Auburn, Wk. 98002 (800) 325-9206
NEC America, Inc. DP-200 Connected Various computers $7,500.00 8 Old Sod Farm Road Speech Recognizer 'Melville, NY 11747 (516) 753-7361
SAR-10 Voice Plus IBM-PC 1599.00
SR-100 Voice Input Various computers $2,000.00. Terminal
Scott Instruments Coretechs VETS Various Computers 1111 Willow Drive $8,99510 Denton, TX 76201 (817) 387-9514
Speech Systems (of Illinois) Ears Tandy Color Computer 715 West Main greet $99.95 Bata Via, IL 60510 (312) 879-6880
SRI Distribution, Inc. Voice Systems Package IBM-PC $11,350.00 2691 Dow Avariue (also voice output) Suite F Tustin, CA 92680 (714) 544-9941
Texas Instruments, Inc. TI-Speech IBM-PC Attention: Parts $1,150.00 P.O. Box 53 Lubbock, TX 79408 (800) 842-2737
Voice Connection Intro Voice I and II Apple II family $795.00- 17835 Skypark Circle Suite C $995.00 Irvine, CA 92714 (714) 261-2366
Intro Voice III IBM-PC $995.00
Intro Vol::: V IBM-PC $495.00
Voice,Recognition Systems Voice Driver Apple II family, IBM-PC $995.00- 550 Battery Street $1,395.00 Suite 1716 San Francisco, CA 94111 (415) 788-2007
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Votan Voice Card IBM-PC $1,200.00- 4487 Technology Drive $2,700.00 Fremont, CA 94538 (415) 490-7600
VTR 6050 Series II Various computers 53,500.00- $4,800.00
Words+, Inc. Voice Command System IBM-PC $995.00 1125 Stewart Court Suite D Sunnyvale, CA 94086 (408) 730-9588
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Speech Output Computer Programs for Communication
The programs Bated below allow the user to Communicate vocally by selecting symbols, letters, words or phrases, which the program then "speaks" using a speech synthesizer. They accomplish baiically the-same functions as a portable stand-alone VOCA (Voice Output Communication Aid), but require a computer and a speech synthesizer. Ho Weyer, unless the computer used is portable or the user is immobile, these systems are siverelylimited as aids' for general communication.
Some-of these programs are designed primarily for'communication training, and do not offer the size and flexibility of vocabulary that the typical VOCA provides. Some are designed for teaching techniques (such as scanning), for evaluation, for teaching vocabulary, or for communication by a person whose vocabulary is necessarily liniited. A brief description of the program is included, explaining where possible the method of se iwthe symbol system, and the size of potential vocabulary that the prograin offers. "Auditory presentation" refers to a program which presents choices sequentially using the synthesized voice. (This method of presentelli..n makes scanning possible for those who cannot see a display.)
Inclusion on this list does not constitute an endorsement, and the accuracy of prices is not guaranteed. Always contact the manufacturer before placing any order. Switch-operated scanning programs will require some sort of switch interface.
Manufacturer Prezram Computer (Speech Description Cost Synthesizer)
Adaptive° Peripherals Talking Word Apple 11e, II+ (Echo) Program is used with Compli- 4529 Bagley Avenue North Board Unicorn Keyboard and mentary Seattle, WA. 98103 Adaptive Firmware Card to .(206) 633 -.i10 allow the Unicorn Board to be used as a "talking communication board." Direct selection. Symbols and output user-specifiable.
Communication Enhancement Message Maker Apple II-, II+ (Echo), User - definable vocabulary of 550.00 - Clinic Apple He (Cricket) up to 20,000 characters total. $75.00 Children's Hospital Medical Individual messages are Center composed from word and 300 Longwood Avenue phrase lists, and can be Boston, MA 02115 spoken and printed. (617) 735-6466 Keyboard selection or single- switch sea wing.
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Communication Enhancement Scan and Speak Apple II family (Echo Single switch is used to $75.00 Clinic (cont'd) II or +, Votrax Type- select from set of user- 'N-Talk, Votrax PSS) definable phrases, which are then spoken by the synthesizer or printed. Scanning selection.
Touch & Speak Apple II family (Echo, Direct selection on standard, $75.00 Cricket, Votrax expanded or membrane DECtalk) keyboard. Up to 600 message locations are user- programmable. Messages can also be spelled out. Some additonal hardware may be required.
Type & Speak Apple II family (Echo, Messages arctyped in letter- $50.0C Cricket, Votrax PSS, by-letter, spoken once `DECtalk) composed, and then erased by the next message. Direct selection of letters on keyboard, or an optional scanning array.
Computerized Enabling Systems Computerized Commodore 64 In addition to $1,500- 409 South Whitehall Avenue Enabling System communication, the program $4,400 Allentown, PA 18104 includes capabilities for (215) 820-4065 phone control, environmental control, word processing, and computer programming. All selection.: can be made and all data entered by scanning with single switch or joystick.
Computers to Help P..,3ple, Inc. Sentence-Sa.n Apple II family (contact Up to 20 lists of words can $25.00 1221 West Johnson Street CHPI) be stored, displayed in large Madison, WI 53719 print on screen. Selection is (608) 257-5917, TDD 257-1270 made by keyboard, or single or dual switch scanning. Messages can be composed, printed, spoken.
Talking Atari (contact CHPI) Package includes program $15.00 Wheelchair and plans for complete wheelchair-based communication aid. All selections made with single keystrokes. Estimated cost of system $1,400.
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Computers to Help People Write Apple II (contact CHPI) Educational program in $25.00 (coned) which the student builds up sentences from words displayed sequentially on the screen. Output can be speech or print.
Developmental Equipment Audio Scan Apple II family (Echo) Selection by scanning with a $99.50 981 Winnetka Terrace single switch. Auditory Lake Zurich, IL 60047 presentation. (312) 438-3476
Touch Com Apple II family (Echo) Designed to train a person $128.60 who is going, to use an electronic Comm. aid. User presses areas of the Power Pad (not incl. in price of program), and words or phrases are spoken through the speech synthesizer.
Dunands, Inc. Simple Com I. Apple II family (Echo) Program designed to teach $49.95 3620 Highway 317 Yds. lo the communication of daily Suwane,e,-OA 30174 Communication needs and other early (404) 932-0485 communication skills. Rt. uires Power Pad membrane keyboard.
Simple Com IL Apple II family (Echo) The user selects symbols for $49.95 'Needs/Wants basic needs by pressing areas Communitation on the 'owerPad (not incl. with program). Program contains list of 10 basic needs; others can be added.
J. Jordan & Associates Control without Apple II+, Ile (Echo) Allows the Power Pad (not 1127 Oxford Court Keyboards incl.) to be used as a direct- Neenah, WI 54456 selection communication aid. (414) 725-9046 Various custom layouts can be created and stored. Output can be speech or print.
Laureate Learning Systems, Inc. Fast Access Scan Apple II family (Echo, Allows the Apple to be used $100.00 110 East Spring Street Talker Cricket) as a scanning communication Winooski, VT 05404 aid. Vocabularies can be (802) 655-4755 customized. Used with Speak Up, another Laureate program. Speech Output Communication Programs 4
Laureate Learning 4stems Speak Up Apple II family (Echo, Allows the Apple to be used $95.00 (coned) Cricket) as a scanning communication aid. Preprogrammed and customized words may be used The basic form of the program, for which Fast Access Scan Talker is an enhancement.
Rehabilitation Institute of RIC Easy Talker Apple II (Votrax PSS) User creates messages by Chicago $135.00 selecting from alphanumeric Alan J. Brown Center or word/phrase menus via 345 East Superior Street scanning. Auditory Chicago, IL 60611 presentation of choices. (312) 908-2556 Vocabulary can be customized. Rusbfko 0.E. Talk II :,pple II family (Echo) User selects from word, Clinical Microcomputer phrase and sentence menus Laboratory by scanning. Vocabulary can Box 3W, Department of Speech be customized by the user. New Mexico State University Printed or speech output. Las Cruces, NM 88003 (505) 646-2801
Schneier Communication Unit Magic Cymbals Apple II family (Echo, User selects from sets of Cerebral Palsy Center $125.00 Cricket) symbols by scanning with 1603 Court Street single switch. Words for the Syracuse, NY 13208 symbols are spoken by the (315) 455-7591 synthesizer.
Quick Talk Apple II family (Eche, Allows Apple to function as $45.00 Cricket, Votrax PSS and direct selection Type-'N-Talk, latex- communication aid. Custom Talker) vocabulary is recalled by three-digit number codes. Phone control possible with modem.
Say It Apple II family (Echo, Allows Apple to be uncd as $40.00 Cricket, Votrax PSS and a scanning communication Type-II-Talk, lutes- aid. Auditory scanning of Talker) choices in lower tone of voice. Vocabulary can be customized from the keyboard.
Soft Cole I Can Talk Apple II(Echo, 16-squase grid appears on $74.95 1804 Mississippi Cricket) screen, the user selects Lawrence, KS 66044 words, phrases, or symbols (913) 842-6085 by scanning. Teaching option requires user to match target phra.;,.
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-Race Center Talking BiinApple A Votrax Usirez, single switch, $37.10 S451 Waisman Center Talk) IC41.....lard or certain 1500 Highland Avenue communication aids, the user Madison, WI 53705 can select, disP11% speak. (608) 2624966 ind.print Bliss symbols and corresponding menages.
Words+, Inc. _alti-Scan fOily, IBM- An instructor places a $80.00 1125 Stewart Court PC and PiTir(Votrax transparent overlay with Suite D PSS) symbols over the screen, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 Which displays a scanning OW 730.9588 grid. Vocabulary is -7ogrammable. Single switch
Equalizer IBM-PC and portables Program providez scanning 53995.00 (Voice software; no menus of words aid phraseg and up hardware required the user can select with a with switch. Also word computer processing, games, and 4. "awing.
Living Center IBM-PC, Apple Ile and User selects letters, words, 5695.00- '1c (Votrax PSS) phrases tun on-screen $995.00 menus by single-switch without scanning. IBM version computer includes word processing.
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Speech Synthesizers
Below is a list of commercially available speech synthesizers. .Speech synthesizers z4ce artificial speech based upon signals-sent to them by a computer. Most'offer a"text-to-speech" program as well: a program that automatically converts normal English spelling to correct English pronunciation, based-upon programtheet, pkonetiC rules.
Some speech synthesizeri are internal circuit cards which fit into expansion slots in the computer; Someare external units that connect to some inputloutput port. Someare compatible with only one particular computer; others can be connected via standard interfaces such as RS-232 serial. Thoie listed as "various". in the computer columnare of thirlatter type. Be sure to inquire of the manufacturer whether the sr:11;0=r will work with the particular computer you want-to use it with. Other useful inquirierto make are:
1) Is, software available which is:suited-to your purposes and compatible with the synthesizer? 2) Now high quality do you want the speech to be? You may consider requesting a demonstration of the synthesizer (keeping in mind'tharthe quality of sound .transmitted over phone lines is fairly low). 3) slow many:tbices does the synthesizer offer, and how many do you need? Saine synthesizers offer several voices, Each with different chcfracteristics such as different pitches. These are frequently deSignated as "male," "female," "child,' etc.
Inclusion on this list is not intended as an endorsement, and the accuracy of the prices is not guaranteed. Contact the manufacturer for more information before placing any order.
Manufacturer Product Computer Cost
Antic Technologies SynPhonix 100 Apple II family $155.00 2234 Star Court Auburn Heights, MI 48057 (313) 435-4222
SynPhonix 200 IBMPC, XT, AT $225.00
SynPhonix jr IBM-PCjr $175.00
Digital,Equipment Corporation DECtalk Various $4,000.00' Terminals Business Unit '129 Parkcr Street Maynard, MA--01754 (603) 884-8991
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First Byte, Inc. SnioothTalker Apple Macintosh $99.95 2845 Temple Avenue, Long CA 90806 (213) 595-1006
Intex Micro Systems Corporation bitex-Taiker Various $345.00 725 South Adams Road Suite L8 Birmingham, M.; 48011 (313) 540-7601
JOSten's Learning Systems Ufonic Vc.ict System Apple II family $350.00 - 800 EastRtisinesi Center Drive $495.00 Mt.,Prospect, IL 60056 (312) 296-0510
'RC Systems, Inc. Slotbuster Apple II, II+, He $179.95 - 121 West Winesap Road $229.95 Bothell, WA 98012 (206) 672-6909
Speeth-Plus, Inc. CallText 5000 IBM-PC $3,225.00 461 **tit' Bernardo Avenue Mountain View, CA ,94043 (415) 964-7023
CallText 5050 Various $3,900.00
Spe-ch Systems (of Illinois) Super Voice Tandy Color Computer $79.95 715 West Main Street Batavia, IL 60510 (312) 8794880
Street Electronics Cricket Apple IIc $149.95 P.O. Box:50220 Santa Barba'r'a, CA 93150 (805) 565-1612
Iseho + Apple 0+, Re $149.00
Echo GP Vat ioui $249.95
Echo PC2 IBM-PC $149.95
Sweet Micro Systems Mockingboard Apple II family $124.95'= 50 Freeway Drive $195.00 Cranston, RI 02920 (800) 341-8001
Tronix publishing, Inc. Software Automatic Apple II family, Commode= 64, Atari 800 $59.95 - .8295 South La Cienega Boulevard Mouth $99.95 Inglciiood, CA '90301 (213) 215-0529
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Votrax International, Inc. Personal Speech Synem Various $449.00 1394 Rankin Drive Tray, MI 48083 (800) 521-1350
Type-'N-Talk Various 3299.00
Votalker AP Apple II, II+, Re $179.00
Votalker C-64 Commodore 64 $99.95
VOtalker lB IBM-PC $249.00
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Manufacturers of Switches and Controls
Listed below are compaities that make or-sell switches or eo. trols which can be used' for control of coininunication devices, envii-Immental control systems, or.s-Witch-based computer adaptations. All Switches-perform basically the sable function: thel,open and close-an electrical circuit. They ray be:single; dual, or multiple; and they maybe momentary iontact,(the circuit remains closed only as long as the switch is activated) or latching (activating the switch once clad 'the circuit; activating it again opens it).' The ternti7contror applies to a prcziortionallor analog) device: one whose control capabilites more spohisticatedthan just opening-and closing an electrical circuit or circuits. -Many joysticks usedito control electric wheelchairs are proportional conti -14
This liit includes North American manufacturers only, and is not intended to be all=inclusive Or to imply my recommendations. Contact the manufacturers for more information on types of switches, prices. etc.
Dickey Engineering Handicapped Children's Technological AbInNet S Angel Road Services, Inc. Cerebral Palsy Center, Ina North Reading MA 01864 P.O. Box 7 366-Hoover Street (617) 657-3460 Foster RI 02825 Minneapolis MN- 55413 (401) 861-6128 (612) 331-5958 DU-IT Control Systems Group, Inc. &765 Township Road #513 Hugh MacMillan Medical Centre ComputAbility Corporation Shreve OH 44676 350 Rumsey Rd. A Division of Preston (216) 567-2906 Toronto ON M4G 1R8 101 Route 46 East CANADA Pine Brook NJ 07058 EKEG Electronics Company LTD (416) 425-6220 (201) 8824)171 P.O. Box 46199, Station G Vancouver BC V6R 4G5 Luminaud, Inc. Creative Switch Industries CANADA 8688 Tyler Boulevard P.O. Box 5256 A-2 (604) 685-7817 Mentor OH 44060 Des Moines, IA- 50316 (216) 255-9082 (515) 287-5748 Fred Sammons, Inc. Box 32 Maddak, Inc. Developmental Equipment Brookfield IL 60513 Pcquannock NJ 07440 981 Winnctka Terrace (800) 323-7305 (201) 694-0500 Lake Zurich IL 60047 (312) 438-347' 8 83 Manufacturers of Switches and Controls 2
Medical Equipment Distributdri, Inc. 3223 South Loop 289 Suite 150 Lubbock TX, (806) 793-8421'
Prentice Romich Corny-any 1022 Heyl Road Wooster 011 44691 (216) 262-1984
Steven E ICanorcph.D., Inc. ".:Main Street Histingt-on-Htidson NY 10706 i(914) 471,-0960
TASH, 70 Gibson Drive Unit 1 Maikhadi ON L3R 4C2 CANADA (416) 475=2212i_
Worch+, Inc. 1125 Stewart Criu;:t- Suite D Sunnyvale CA 94086 (408) 730-9588
Zygo Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 1008 Portland OR 97207 (503) 297-1724
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Trace Quick *Sheets, January, 198g Videotapes on AugmentativeCommunication and Computer Access
This liltwal originally prepared* for the Trace ReiourceBookSeriei by Beverly Vicker at the Institute for the Study of 'Developmental DiSahilities, Indiana University. Thelist hal been updated by the Trace Center for ResourceBook 4. All of the tapes listed in this bibliography have not:beenpersonally reviewed, so the information in the.abitt reflects, in many Cases, a descr;ption of content by theproducing organiz4.on. ,Mtieh of the information Was gathered through telephone contacts. An apology isextended to anyindividual or organization whose ildeo -production(s) were overlooked and subsequently not listed.Please lend the appropriate inforniationto-the Trace -Center_ for inclusion on future lists.
Symbol Roy, PM Magazine's ".:FaniiroOlci" Blissymbolics Oimmunication Institute PM. Magazine VHS; -5 minute 1981 Lauren iioduCtiona VHS, 3/4"; 6 minutes 56 Shaftibury Avenue Artificial Language Laboratory Toronto, Or:Orio, Canada M4E1A3, 405 Computer Center _This-animated video demonstrates the usage of East Lansing, MI 48824-1042 Blissymbols for preschooler:. This tape segment shows an interview with IfBrooks, who was a client at the Artificial Language Laboratory. ID PVT -3 The tape-is,available as,a separate tapeor on Prentki_Romich Company combination tape _with"Finding a Voice' and "A Gift VHS; 55 minutes Jur Serena." Prentke Romich Company 1022 Heyl-Read Miiispeak Wooster, OH 44591 Connell for Exceptional Children 216/262 -1984 1984 Prentke Romich is -a distributor of trainingtapes, VHS; 17 minutes including the use of Electronic communication aids. Prentke Romich CoMpany Contact Prentke.Romich for a current. listing of video 1022 Hey! Road tapes, al,revisions of the current library-ere inprogress Wooster, OH 44691 (summer 1987). 216/262 -1984 BrUce Baker, the lir guist who developed Minspeak, is Access interviewed about me conceptual deilopmentof it Free loan; 10 minutes 45 sec. Nis (On tape with VT-1 with the Lainey system and "A Apple Computer, Inc Special Magic:' Office of Special Education 2052.5 Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014 408/973-3854 A demonstration of how computers are affecting the lives of disabled children and adults.
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Lee Kweller's Bar Mitivah Disabled Acceis to Technologiusl Advances CNN/T_ V and NBC Access to Independence, Inc. 1985 1986 VHS, 3/4"; 30 Minutes VHS, Beta; 23 minutes Artificial Language Laboratory Access to Independence, Inc. 405 Computer Center 1954 East_WaShington Menne East Lansing, MI 488244042 Madison, WI 53704 This,taPe.consists of several short clips of tapes that 608/251-7575 appeared oil the above listed TV networks. The tapes This videotape shims how comp.er technologycan be Include aninterview with Lee and his ',Other, and shows used to enhance employment options in a variety of hint Using his voice. output communication device at his fields for persons with severe physical disabilities. Bar-Mitzvah. Featured are three, people using compeer technology to help achieve their employment goals:a counselor using K6124-Sattelite Teleconference computer retraining drills and training in word V143,=-3/41 3 tapei processing:, a planner using a lap computer with a ',Great iPlains National Instructional TV Library speech synthesizer for communication and as a PA-HOS 80669 keyboard emulator to access the office computer;a law ',Lincoln, NE 68501 student describing how word proceisingand,access to 800/228 -4630 legal databases will makelim More productive. NCO close=eaption. Bilingual Augmentative_Cornunication bya Cerebral Lainey Palsied Adolescent UniVersity of Tennessee Brown Center for Alterniiive Communication and 1985 Environmental Control VHS; 131/2 minutes 1984 ,Prentie Romich Company 3/4"; 12 minutes. 1022 HeYPRoad Research Dissemination; Education and Training Wooster,-Oti- 44691 Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago 216/2624984, 345 E. Superior Street Theta'tape shirivs altimegiated_syStem of techniCal aids Chicago, IL 60611 in the areas of conmumication, computer access and 312/908/6184 mobility The system is in use by tainey Marty,a- Can alsO be available in 112" format with sufficient -sizteen=year-old,pUblic school Student. Ontape VT -1 ..idvance notice. This videotape focuses on a unique with "A Spedid Magic" and Bike Baker on Minspeak. solution to a cerebral palsied adolescent's need and .Tape also available in 314 or 112r tape from University desire to aimmunicate to his friends in Spanish ae.well of Tennessee Rehabilitation Department, 682 Court as inEngliih yia'his newly acquired electronic Avenue, Memphis TN 38163. communication device with'synthesiied speech. It encompasses not only evaluation and selection -ye Scan procedure for use and prescription of the Artificial Language Laboratory communication system, but also the hierarchy involved 1984 in the training stages. VHS, 3/4"; 30 minutes Artificial Language Laboratory 405 Computer Center EastLansing, MI 48824-1042 This video docaments the evaluation of a 6-year-old Wing an eye scanning device.
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Ave Augmentative Communication Training Strategies for To Say I Am Fostering Early Communicative Interactions. KOCE TV; Judy Montgomery, Consultant VAS, 1/2", 25 minutes 1980 1987 VHS, Betamax, 3/4"; 36 minutes Mary Blake Auer add. .Lawren Productions, Inc. Katherine Priddy Stewart P.O. Box 666 University of -Wisconsin-Whitewater Mendocino, CA 95460 Department of Communication/Communicative Disorders This tape originally aired on PBS stations asa general Roseinan 1020 public awareness tape. It includes a'20-page viewers Whitewter, Wisconsin "53190 guide., It presents introductory information about 414/472-1485 assessment and programming, and depicts some Avidebtape presenteda the 1987 ASHA convention. augmentative communication devices such as,the ZYGO The objective of this videotape is to demonstrateth'j 100. The tap,ivas made at Plavan School, Anaheim, effectivenees of five trrnIng Strategies for fostering California. early, communicative interactions. The videotape 'provides a "how to demonstration of the specialized To Be Like Anyone Else the rapeutkprocedures:reiently 'published* Crippled Children's Hospital and Sciuth Dakota Dept. Of augmentative cainnutnication: Actual VideOta,-;td Education segments from pre- and post- treatment with children 1984 having different diagnaies are presented for VHS, 3/41.29 minutes to "See! what is written in the textboo:. Speech Department References for each strategy,-goals for the treatment Crippled Children's Halpital and School presented; and other resources are provided for 2501 We 26th Street viewers. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 This video demonstrates the usage of _augmentative A'SpecialKagic comntunication devices by multiply handioapped University of Tennessee Rehabilitation Engineering Center children in a variety of real-life situations. 1979 VAS; 20 minutes. Talk li-Nota Four-Letter Word Prentke Mulch Coinpany Sally Blackstone and Lucinda Cassatt-Jones 1622:,,HeY1 Road 1986 WoosterOH 44691 VHS, 3/4 ";16 minute 216/262-1944 Publications Departinert or from the REC at-Memphis, 682 Court, Memphis TN American Speech-Language Hearing Asiociation (ASHA) 38163;901/528-6445. 10801 Rockville Pike This tape Shows Lainey Martz from the videotape Rockville, MD 20852 "Lainey" as a nine-Year-old. The central theme of the 301/891-5700 tapelnyolVes an introduction to the field of This video presents an overviety of the area of rehabilitation engineering. This tapemay be out-of- augmentative'cOminunication and illustrates the date, please contact:distributor for further information. diversity of individuals with severe expreisive communication disorders, and the variety of techniques, A Gift for Serena strategies and aids used to circumvent the WDIV TV, Detroit communication problem. An instructional guide is also 1982 included. VHS, 3/4"; 20 minute Artificial Language Laboratory System for Augmentative Communication 405 Computer Center. Elaine Heaton and Barbara Strohback East Liinsing, MI 486244042 VHS, Beta, 3/4"; 57 minutes ThiStape documents the search of-a family for a Purchase Only communication :enhancement *tent for 9-year-old VTI (Voice Tapes, Inc.) Serena. John Eulenbirg describes the various The target audience for this tape, which includes a approaches taken at the Artificial Language packet of discussion materials, includes pre-service Laboratory -to help provide Serena with an students and professionals with minimal exposure to augmentative ii:earis for coinminication. The tape is this area. The content includes a discussion of systems available separately or on a coinbination ape with for augmentative written and spoken communication as Nova's '!Finding a Voice; (a BBC documentary on the well as a discussion of low technology systems and a Artifidal:Language :aboratory) and PM Magazine's Philosophical overview of concepts involved in segment on Jim Brooks. augmentative programming.
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'Personal Computing Help for the Handicapped Mr. Symbol Man "i'atil-Hazan Canadian Broadcasting System (Consultant, Shirley 1981 McNaughton) 1/4", VHS, Betimiz 1975 Paul Hazan VHS, Beta; 50 minutes Applied Physics Laboratory National Film Board of Canada Johns- Hopkins Road 1251 Avetiu: Of the Americas Johns Hopkins' University New York, NY 10020 Laurel, MD, _20707 Also from: Benchmark Films, Inc. 301/953.5364 145 Scarborough Road This captioned tape outlines_the potentials of the Briarcliff Manor, NY' 10510 microcomputer to aid blind, deaf, and physically The video describes the life and work of Charles K. disabled individuals in everyday situations.brief Bliss. It also shows segments demonstrating Bliss review of microcomputer uses is presented. symbol user:* duking the early stages of the Ontario Crippled Children's Centre Project. Personal-Ceinputing Help for the HandicappedThe National,Fair Dependence to Independence Paul Hazan Elaine Trend, UniVettit7 of Tennessee Rehabilitation 1981 Engineering Betimmo 9.4i minutes 1986 Paul Hazan VHS, Beta, 3/41 15 minutes APplied Physics Laboratory .Assoation for Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology 'Johns Hopkins Road (RESNA) Johns Hopkins University Suite 700 Laurel, MD .20707 1101 Connecticut Avenue NW 301/953-5364 Washington, DC .20036 This is a videotape of the 1981. Johns Hopkins 202/857-1199 University National Fair. The tape includES: This videotape presenti a broader view of rehabilitation .demonstration of an eyetraeker cOmmunicationsysta technology as it applies !t) communication, etc. An a pocket telecommunicator for the deaf, overview of nation-wide research projects and service lipReaderiTrainer program package,a reading related i-sues are presented. macktii for the blind and dyilexic, a minor handicapped support System, programs for the From Silence to Solist learning disabled, Microbraille system (a software 1982 program). VHS, 3/4"; 2,.mutes Media Resource Center Now I Can Speak Meyers Children's Rehabilitation Institute_ Blissymbolics Communication Institute- 444 S. 44th.Street 1981, Omaha, NE 68131 VHS,-Beta; 20 minutes 402/559-7467 Lauren Productions This videotape follows the development of 56 Shaftsbury Avenue communication skills,,bo4 oral speech and Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4T 1A3 augnientative skills, of a boy from age 4 toage 11. The The videotape shows the versatility of Communication tape dentOnstrates for parents, etc., that the use of and interaction styles of adults and children who use augmentative devices, neither manual communication Bliss symbale. Fourteen different' variations of use are boards nor electronic devices, prevent the child from shown, i.e., use of eye gaze, use with signing, etc. developing oral speech skills that are possible within the parameters of his neurological abilities. Hullaballo at High Rock Crippled Children's School and Hospital Finding a Voice 1986 Nova Series VHS, 3/41'42 minutes- 1982 Speech Department 3/4", VHS, Betzromo 60 minutes Crippled Children's Hospital and School Time-Life Videos 2501-West,26th Street- -WGBH Educational Foundation Sioux Fills, SD 57105 100 Eisenhower Drive 605/336.1840 Paramis, NJ 07652 This videotape demonstrates the creative process of This tape shoWs several augmentative systemusers. The producing a play by communication handicapped focus of this tape is on the development of one system children using augmentative devices. The tape shows for an indiv:ilnal, and a demonstration of it. A the students and _interviews with the various service description of other systems is presented, as well as an staff who were insiolvetin the proceis. interview with John Eulenberg. 91
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Augmentative Coiamunication Trp':.inv Action Modules Computer Access for Disabled Individuals VHS, 6 tapes; 20-30 minutes each Trace R&D Center 1987 1986 Dr. Albert COok VHS; leSininutes; $15.00 Assistive Device Center Trace R&D Center 650 University Ave. S-151 Waltman Center Suite 1610 1500 Highland Avenue Sacramento, CA 95825 Madison,NI 53705 916/924-020 608/262-6966 This will be commercially available by the spring of This open captioned videotape demonstrates current 1988; the distributor has not yet been identified. A computer access techniques for physically disabled, :companion syllibus will accompany each of the six blind, and visually impaired individuals. The impact of tapes in this serie:.: The tapes will cover the topic of an the ability to use computers and the importanceof overview of the field of augmentative and 'alternative ensuring easy access to future comPuter systems is communication, evaluation of physical, Cognitive, and discussed. Prepared for the NIHR -OSERS Initiative language abilities, decision-making, i.e., achievingan on Computer Access. interface-between needs and abilities, different types of options, and training clients to use a system. Computer Programmer Training for eat Handicapped TODpCOM'P Aaron 1979, 1983 1914 VHS, Betamax, 3/4"; 24 minutes AESIR SOftware Engineering Dr: Wilson -P.O. Doi 5383- TODDCOMP Pinedale, CA 93650 108 Whitten Hall Jacqueline Able, director of Speech 'Pathology at.St. thaversitY.of Missouri Extension Agnes Hospital, Freino, California, discusses different Columbus, Missouri 65211 needs for augmentative communicatioasYstenss within 314/882-2394 the hospital for both short-term-and long-term patients. This tape is directed at business and industry Steve Able, a software engineer for Aesir software employers, demonstrating the qualifications of the engineering, demonstrates the Aaron software system, disabled in the area of compitter progrOn'.4. It which inns on an IBM /PC and presentsa scanning analyzes several training programs-4' ous . iidate keyboardscreen. The user must be able to controla selection to job placement, emphasizing tht goal switch; the program "learns" from past experience (i.e., independence for the,disabkd. Attitudinal barriers, user'slatiguage style). The software packagc is however, need to be changed, according to the text,so $350.00' that the disabled-an have appropriate opportunities for education and employment. BreakThru Blissymbolics Communicati. .1 Institute Feeling Fret 1981 575.00/tspe to purchase, $25.00 to rent VHS; 50 minutes NCHRTM Lauren Productions Oklahoma State University 56 Shaftsbury Avenue 115 Old USDA Building Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4T1A3 Stillwater, OK 74078 This video documents the lives of three nonspeaking 405/624:7650 persons within the context of their families and /or 6,112-videotapes to help others share the lives and residentialleducational facility. Although all three feelings of handicapped children. Originally shownon people (a 9-year-old, an 18-year-old, and a 30-year-old) public television. use Blissymbols this is incidental to the thrust of the videotape. Videotapes Available from IBM IBM Spe,cial Educatiso Programs 1300 Rockville Vice Rockville Pike, MD 20852 301/897-3859 At My Fingertips (Telesensory Systems, Inc.); Equal to the Task (Telesensory Systems, Inc.); tree I Am: The International Games for the Disablea, IBM; Writing to Read; 1984 Easter Seal Computer Camp; Visualtek Product Demonstration Video Videotapes on Augmentative Communicationand Computer Access 6
Autistic Education Progriun "?ideotape $4995 14.,SIEPEducation,Company :P.O. Box 12147 Portisind, OR 97212' SO/2364317 A 25-minute color videotape showing how to teach nonverbal students usin: a communication focused language curriculum. Includes how to teach sitnuse, signspeech procedures, how to teach sign and sound pairing, how to teach speech initiation, and how touse peer tutors.
Oh Say What They Sec, An Introduction to Indirect Language Stimulation Techniques 1/2" VHS, 1/2" Beta, 3/4"; $295.00 ASIEP Education Company Box 12147 Portland, OR 97212 503/2364317 Animationand.adultIchild interactions are used to explain and demonstrate indirect language stimulation technique& Model training sessions show staff, 'parents, and adult caregivers how to incorporate' techniquel with daily routines. A viewer's guide reviews- each language development technique demonstrated in the videotape.
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