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

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