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AbleNet Inc. Announces the NEW QuickTalker Freestyle Speech Generating Device
AbleNet Inc. introduces the new QuickTalker Freestyle a highly customizable iPad-based speech generating device (SGD) for individuals who are unable to speak for themselves.
St. Paul MN – MAY 8 2015 – AbleNet Inc. a world leader in assistive technology curriculum and services for persons with disabilities announces today the new QuickTalker Freestyle an iPad-based SGD with the critical options necessary for speech-language pathologists to better meet the needs of their clients.
Unlike other dedicated speech generating devices available today QuickTalker Freestyle provides greater customization by harnessing the power of the iPad Air or iPad mini providing opportunity to prescribe nearly any augmentative and alternative communication app and choose from a selection of protective cases. QuickTalker Freestyle leverages great consumer technology with custom configuration exceptional sound output switch access and durability to meet the unique needs of people with communication disabilities. Additionally AbleNet Funding Service provides access to funding options for the QuickTalker Freestyle SGD creating an unprecedented opportunity for people with communication disabilities to get what they need.
“For years clinicians have struggled to provide an SGD that was flexible enough to meet the needs of a wide variety of people with communication impairments” said Chris Gibbons Director of Funding Services at AbleNet. “Using iPads as a platform for SGDs we have seen greater success meeting the needs of a range of clients. Now QuickTalker Freestyle allows therapists to more easily choose the best communication app and device options. This puts the person’s needs in the driver’s seat with the SGD specifically configured to meet their needs.”
In addition AbleNet is assisting individuals with disabilities to determine their eligibility to fund their QuickTalker Freestyle through Medicare Medicaid or private insurance. For many individuals with disabilities funding plays a critical role in their ability to obtain the appropriate device for them to effectively communicate with others in a variety of scenarios throughout the day.
To learn more about QuickTalker Freestyle or dedicated speech generating device funding visit https://www.ablenetinc.com.
About AbleNet
AbleNet is an international company and industry leader in providing educational and technical solutions to help children and adults with disabilities lead productive and fulfilled lives. This includes a complete line of communication aids for nonverbal individuals; access aids such as switches and wheelchair-mounting devices for people who require physical supports; special education classroom curriculum and software that both enhance and help ensure learning progress; and services to get your devices funded and ensure IDEA compliance. Our products are used in hundreds of thousands of homes clinics and classrooms in the United States and across the globe. AbleNet is an ESOP company located in Roseville Minnesota. For more information visit https://www.ablenetinc.com.
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