![]() Here in Oklahoma, we can typically only get funding once every 5 years for AAC (with very rare exceptions) so it’s very important to be able to get a good match for that individual’s needs. We are fortunate in Oklahoma that SoonerCare / Medicaid will consider funding an iPad with a robust AAC app in a durable case as a SGD / DME but they require us to try the full version of the app in order to do a complete feature-match, submit a video of the patient using it and extensive justification as to why that particular option us being recommended. The iOS version of the app: (+ extra cost of adding a high quality voice via in-app purchase) just putting together your own by buying an iPad, AAC app & case. Their website is geared towards private pay but be sure to compare the cost of what they offer vs. ![]() Based on my experience, that app is not very intuitive to program or to use but I am sharing the info here in case anyone is looking for a less expensive alternative in situations where a funding source isn’t available. Find the AT Lending Library in your state: Įven if your state’s program isn’t loaning out equipment due to the pandemic they might have the option to do a short term loan of the software/app.Īnother “bundled” option is the Talk Tablet. It’s a great way to try various options out before making purchasing decisions. If a particular company has a waiting list to borrow a loaner device to trial then you may want to also check with the AT Lending Program in your state.Īll states in the USA are supposed to have an Assistive Technology Lending Library program where parents & professionals can borrow AAC devices, iPads with AAC apps & other AT for short-term trial. See this post for info about how to find your local vendor rep: TD Pilot (eye gaze) – (TD Snap & TD Talk).I’ll be watching to see if we eventually get that option on the NovaChat 5 here in the USA. (UK) – It’s interesting that they offer a way to get LAMP Words for Life on a pocket-sized device (it’s a vocabulary option on the NovaChat 5: ). Those outside of the USA can check with these branches of the PRC company: Several companies that sell traditional SGDs also offer their own iOS-based devices: Logan Tech: Might be an option depending on your state & funding source: For more information, please visit PRC-Saltillo Authorized App Reseller. ![]() If you are considering one of the PRC- Saltillo apps (TouchChat with WordPower, LAMP Words for Life & Dialogue AAC), see this post about their authorized PRC-Saltillo app resellers. Talk to Me Technologies: the Wego A series of devices:.You’ll need to contact each company’s funding department to find out if they are in-network for the funding sources that you are considering. There are several companies that offer locked/managed/dedicated iOS based devices with a variety of iOS AAC apps as an option. Wanting to get a bundled iPad with a robust AAC app in a durable case funded as a “dedicated” SGD (speech generating device) / DME (durable medical equipment) through Medicaid or insurance? ![]()
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