We are finished with our dynabeam and would be happy to give it to anyone who could use it. (A dynabeam allows older dynavox to interface with computer.) ...
Bill, I've used, and assessed for a variety of word prediction/completion programs and find that WordQ2 tends to be a little bit better than others. It's...
I've used Co:Writer, and WordQ on my own at various points, and also had students use those two programs, and the word prediction features that are part of...
Not quite clear what the needs are. Word/phrase expansion, type-ahead, styles, and macros in the newer word processers can be edited and offer some...
Bayle Emlein
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Aug 2, 2007 1:58 am
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Thank you everyone for your replies. The individual who requested the softwar is cognitively intact with a physical disability, however, this may open doors...
Pam, Thank you for the info. Regards, Gino J. Piazza Port Chester, NY ... more than 8 years now on both DynaVox and PRC devices. ... well-planned tools. Check...
Hello all, I'm wondering if anyone out there has experience with the Dynavox 5 with access via scanning with a zoom. I'm working with a client and One thing...
Bob, Just a thought - the screen is larger and because it is a 'computer' the resolution may also vary resulting in a more visible difference. Nettie ... -- ...
Nettie Fischer
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Aug 3, 2007 7:11 pm
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I want to introduce a person to you. Her name is Yvonne Singer . Please take a moment to read her story. Her life story and passion is a personal view of what...
I recently heard a man with ALS speaking using his AAC device (can't remember his name.... he had previously worked in the AAC industry) talk about wishing he...
Yes, there are ways to bank your voice. You can bank your voice within your computer There is software that is being developed and already on the market to do...
ALS is something that moves differently in different people. I know someone with ALS who is using a power wheelchair to move and a ventilator to move, but she...
Does his device allow him to use more natual voice (i.e., AT&T) If so, he could use a voice that is closer to his own voice or, he can begin to train his...
Nettie Fischer
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Aug 5, 2007 11:49 pm
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Needs collaboration to retrain the dogs to understand his "new voice." and
that he is still the leader of the pack? Start with a collaborator to retrain basic...
I might be off base on this observation but I don't believe Laurie works or knows the person. "I recently heard a man with ALS speaking using his AAC device...
I thought that I would inform everyone on PACT that my decision has been made on what augmentative communications device I am going to get. My choice for an...
Dear Gino; Thank you for taking us along on your journey as you explore the possibilities with communication devices. I think we all have a more profound...
Just wanted to introduce myself to the group. My daughter became a Dynavox V user 11 days ago. The hot pink color matches her wheelchair EXACTLY! Way to go...
Unfortunately, I've been to far too many conferences and workshops specifically related to ALS where the team speech pathologist doesn't even refer to an AAC...
Dear Canase & Justice: Welcome! I am glad that you both like the V so far. We have just come out with a new software release - v1.03 in both English and...
Dear Canase & Justice, Hi. Just as I was welcomed to the group, let me welcome the two of you! I hope that you find this group as informative and helpful as I...
Yes, Jeannette, that is what I was asking,..... thank you for clarifying.... and thanks for responses. Laurie ... I might be off base on this observation but I...
Hi Everybody Take a minute, please watch the following video clip. It's a great story of Johnny, the grocery store bagger. It's very short, but what a big...
Hi there, We are new to the group! My daughter, Ellie (www.caringbridge.org/visit/ellie) has Mitochondrial Disease, specifically Leigh's Disease, and...
Hi, Kris! I don't know much about Leigh's disease, so I can't really make a recommendation for a specific device. I'd suggest that you call the companies and...
Hi Kris, I just went to Ellie's site and "How FUN!!" What a great support group you have there. In response to your question regarding a communication...
Nettie Fischer
nettiet@...
Aug 13, 2007 11:28 pm
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From what you have written, it appears that she may also lose some of her current abilities. My suggestion would be to make sure that whatever device you do...
