RESTAURANT CARD PACKAGE

Description:  Versatile package of laminated cards and stickers that include common food items found in restaurants.  Does not label food specifically (i.e. “Whopper”) to increase flexibility.

To Operate:  Use stickers and cards to plan, remember, customize (ie. condiments) and communicate food orders.

Application:  Allows those with poor memory/organization skills to pre-plan meals with care givers, especially important for those with restricted diets.  Also allows those with speech and/or hearing issues to communicate  their orders to restaurant staff.

Vendor(s):  Attainment Company   Approximate Cost:  $17.00
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library

WIRELESS PERSONAL PAGER

Description:  Compact, wireless pager system allows an individual to contact caretaker within a 100 foot range. Caretaker wears receiver module which chimes or vibrates (depending on the model) when the individual pushes a button on the transmitter. Switch adapted transmitter version also available.  Uses a 12V and 2 “AA” batteries.

To Operate: Press the button on the transmitter or use an enabling switch (adapted version).  The receiver will then sound or vibrate, depending on the model.

Application: Useful way for individuals with limited mobility/balance, speech and memory/organization to call for assistance.  Switch adapted transmitter is useful for someone with limited hand use or reaching/lifting ability. Vibrating model is helpful for caregiver with limited hearing.

Vendor(s):  Enabling Devices (adapted version), LS&S Group  
Approximate Cost:  Auditory Pager- $34.00; Adapted Auditory Pager $41.00; Vibrating Pager- $40.00
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library