House and Car Key Holders
These holders can carry up to four keys in a plastic or acrylic frame. They make gripping and turning a small individual key easier due to their increased size and ergonomic shape. Approximate price is $15.
Available from Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Telephone: 1-800-522-6294
Fax: 1-631-752-0689
https://www.maxiaids.com
Big Button Talking Calculator
This big button talking calculator allows you to go back and listen to the data functions. Easy to use with color coded buttons, this calculator is easy to see and hear for both hard of hearing and low vision users. Approximate price is $15.
Features:
- Repeat allows you to listen to most recent entry
- Auto replay for the whole function
- 3 volume settings
- Earphone jack
- Unit or digit reporting
Available from LS&S Products
145 River Rock Drive
Buffalo, NY 14207
Telephone: 1-800-468-4789
Fax: 877-498-1482
www.lssproducts.com
Page Magnifier
This page magnifier offers 1.5x magnification for use on maps, timetables, telephone directories and more. This magnifier measures 6 inches x 8.5 inches with a black vinyl frame and is great for low vision users. Approximate price is $2 each.
Available from LS&S Products
145 River Rock Drive
Buffalo, NY 14207
Telephone: 1-800-468-4789
Fax: 877-498-1482
www.lssproducts.com
iBill Talking Banknote Identifier
Discrete bill identifier that can identify all U.S. bills in circulation from $1 to $100. The results can be announced verbally, by tone, or by vibration, making the product perfect for those of low vision or hearing. The product also features an earphone jack for privacy. Available free of charge from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
Available from Bureau of Engraving and Printing
14th and C Streets
Washington, D.C. 20228
Telephone: 1-844-815-9388
www.bep.gov
Easi-Grip Scissors
Designed for those that have difficulties operating scissors, the Easi-Grip Spring Scissors require only half the effort of normal scissors. Operated by squeezing gently using thumb and fingers, the continuous plastic handled automatically reopens the scissor when pressure is released. Approximate price is $15.
Available from Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Telephone: 1-800-522-6294
Fax: 1-631-752-0689
https://www.maxiaids.com
VoiLa Voiced Label Reader
This portable, handheld device with only two buttons is capable of reading and recording hundreds of labels. The VoiLa works on all labels from food products to medicine. Available in multiple languages. Approximate price is $140.
Available from Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Telephone: 1-800-522-6294
Fax: 1-631-752-0689
https://www.maxiaids.com
Type Aid
This device helps people with limited function hand skills to accurately depress keys. Can be used on keyboards, calculators and telephones; will not damage machine keys. Approximate price is $20.
Available from Maddak Inc.
661 Route 23 South
Wayne, NJ 07470
Telephone: 1-800-443-4926
Fax: 973-305-0841
http://www.maddak.com
Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser
Helps to ensure that medications are taken properly and on time. Schedule up to 6 daily doses with the built-in programmable timer. This easy to use medication management system will dispense the right dosage of the right pills at the right time. Approximate price is $75.
Features:
- Audible and visual signals at dose time
- Up to 6 alarms
- Holds doses for up to two weeks
- Secured locking system
- Interchangeable solid and clear covers
- Low battery alert
Available from Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Telephone: 1-800-522-6294
Fax: 1-631-752-0689
https://www.maxiaids.com
Talking Rx
Helps patients identify their medications and understand physician directions for taking them properly. The device attaches to a common-sized prescription bottle and contains a memo recorder that allows a physician, pharmacist, caregiver, etc. to record necessary information about the medication. Approximate price is $25.
Available from Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
Telephone: 1-800-522-6294
Fax: 1-631-752-0689
https://www.maxiaids.com
Object Locator
Helps keep track of items that like to wander. By attaching the color coded received to an item, you can press the corresponding button and the transmitter pager will emit a high pitched beeping pattern. Approximate price is $20 for a set of 3.
Available from LS&S Products
145 River Rock Drive
Buffalo, NY 14207
Telephone: 1-800-468-4789
Fax: 877-498-1482
www.lssproducts.com
Colorino Color Identifier
Color identifier that can distinguish and announce over 150 different shades, getting as specific as light red and vivid red. It is very accurate and easy to use, making it perfect for people with low vision to pick out clothes, sort laundry, match colors, etc. Approximate price is $180.
Available from LS&S Products
145 River Rock Drive
Buffalo, NY 14207
Telephone: 1-800-468-4789
Fax: 877-498-1482
www.lssproducts.com
Reader Pen
Stand alone digital pen designed to help individuals read. Available in English and Spanish this device has four main features: (1) text reading using a high quality natural speaking voice, (2) a Collins English dictionary, (3) an English/Spanish Oxford dictionary and (4) capturing text remotely to file or directly to a cursor point on any computer. To use, one simply scans words to hear them spoken aloud. Current price is $250.
Available from C-Pen
Telephone: 727-316-8101
Fax: 617-341-8201
www.readerpen.com
WEAR: Revolutionary Assistive Listening Device
Product that is designed to be used when an individual who is experiencing hearing loss wants a quality conversation in very noisy environmental. The WEAR amplifies sound directly in the circular zone, about 5-6 feet in front of the user, while reducing noise outside of the zone. Current price is $200.
Available from ActiVocal
290 Andrews Road
Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053
Telephone: 888-246-5984
Email: info@activocal.com
www.activocal.com