LARGE BUTTON UNIVERSAL REMOTE

Description:  Universal Remote Control for use with TV.  Six large buttons control power, channel change and volume control. Uses 2 AAA batteries.

To Operate: Use manual to program TV to respond to the remote control.

Application:  Large buttons are easier to locate and identify for individuals with limited vision and  memory/organization. May be helpful for some individuals with limited hand use.  Remote control unit is also helpful for users with limited reaching/lifting and mobility/balance who may be unable to access the TV itself.

Vendor(s):  Independent Living Aids   Approximate Cost: $11.00
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library

ONE SWITCH SINGLE-APPLIANCE UNIT

Description:  Cordless control unit for enabling switch users.  Provides remote, on/off operation of an AC appliance of up to 600 watts (lamp, fan, food blender, hair dryer, etc) from a distance of up to 20 feet.  Comes with receiver and a transmitter that accepts an adapted switch.  Requires 2 AA batteries.

To Operate: Plug the appliance into the receiver and the receiver into a wall outlet.  Plug the enabling switch into the transmitter.  Activating the switch will run the appliance until the user turns it off by activating the switch again.  Transmitter does not have to be pointed directly at the device to turn it on/off.

Application:  Gives enabling switch users with  limited hand use the opportunity to turn on/off a wide variety of AC appliances and equipment.  Simple to operate transmitter may be helpful for individuals with limited memory/organization or limited vision.

Vendor(s):  Enabling Devices   Approximate Cost: $83.00
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library

SONY DREAM MACHINE WITH REMOTE

Description:  Stereo AM/FM clock radio with built-in CD player.  Comes with 4 button remote control (snooze, radio, CD, on/off).  CD, radio and on/off buttons are 3/8" wide.

To Operate: Press buttons on remote or on top of unit to operate functions.  Remote control does not need to be pointed at the unit to work.  One-step, press of radio or CD button will turn them on directly; third button turns them off.

Application:  Simplified remote control provides easy way to turn on/off favorite CD or preset radio station for users with limited memory/organization and vision.  Differentiating the buttons by using nail polish or texture is also helpful.  Remote control is useful for individuals with limited mobility/balance and reaching/lifting, who may be unable to access the unit itself.

Vendor(s):  LS&S Group   Approximate Cost: $96.00
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library

TOUCH TRONIC LAMP CONVERTER

Description:  Device turns any metal lamp into a touch activated lamp, and any light bulb into a three-way bulb.

To Operate: Simply screw the converter into place between the lamp and bulb.  Touch any metal part of the lamp to turn it on and off and to adjust the brightness.

Application:  Allows those with limited hand use, poor reaching/lifting skills or mobility/balance issues to operate lamps without needing to turn a small knob or access wall switches. It gives those with limited vision an easier target to locate for operating a lamp.

Vendor(s):  Sammons/Preston    Approximate Cost:  $18.50
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library

WAKE ASSURE- BUZZING/BED SHAKING ALARM  CLOCK

Description:  Alarm clock with a 2 inch digital number display and a  buzzer with adjustable volume and tone.  Includes a bed shaker.

To Operate: Operates like a standard alarm clock with the addition of a bed shaker attachment which slips under a pillow.

Application: Loud buzzer and/or strong bed shaker are useful for waking those with limited or no hearing.  Large numbers on the clock are helpful for those with limited vision.

Vendor(s):  Independent Living Aids, Maxi Aids   Approximate Cost:  $70.00
Available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library