SHOPPING SMART CURRICULUM

Description:  Set includes 1) 288 color laminated picture cards of grocery items; 2) a small folder with clear pockets for organizing and carrying selected cards; 3) marking pens to change or highlight items on the cards; 4) task sequence pages; 5) an Instructor's guide.

To Operate: Laminated cards are easy to organize and keep clean.

Application:  The cards can be used both at home to plan a grocery list and at the store to remember items to purchase.  This is useful for those with limited memory/organization and/or reading and writing skills. Cards aid in communicating with store employees for those with limited or no speech and/or hearing.

Vendor(s): Attainment Company    Approximate Cost:  $99.00 ($50.00 without task sequencing pages and instructor's guide.)
Picture cards are available to borrow from the Adapted Activities Library

TIME TIMER

Description:  A "visual timer" that displays elapsed time. Eight inches in diameter.  Available in additional sizes.

To Operate: Set the timer for 1 to 60 minutes by moving the translucent red disc to the desired time.  As the time elapses, the red disc slowly disappears.  The time is over when the red display is gone.  The timer has no final auditory signal.

Application:  Provides a concrete representation of the passing of time which is helpful for those with poor memory/organization.   Unlike most timers, it provides a visual rather than an auditory signal when the "time is up", beneficial for people with limited or no hearing.  Good contrasting colors are helpful for those with limited vision.

Vendor(s): North Coast Medical, Nasco    Approximate Cost:  $25.00
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

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