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AAC iPad App for Children with Special Needs – Giving Christmas #1
Amazing iPad APP for Children with Autism, Aphasia, or Other Problems Speaking!
I’m leading off the Giving Christmas Giveaways with this amazing APP for children with special needs that include problems speaking. My review is yet to come on this since I want to spend more time reviewing all the features, but I have to say – I am impressed!
Normally a $99 app – even with the cost of the iPad, this means families who need a communication device for their children with mild to severe speech issues have found a great deal! (To put this in perspective, 3 years ago we used a grant to purchase a communication device for Logan, for $350 – and it’s sat in the closet since because it was difficult to use for him!).
You can add any vocabulary item, organize any of them into groups, organize words or groups by location, Sync with the web interface, and literally have an amazing tool at your disposal!
Why This is a PERFECT Gift for a Special Needs Family…
There are many reasons – but because of this app’s versatility, you can literally help anyone with speech problems, from children with speech delays to adults with speech issues. You can take photos, use Google Images, use any of your own images as well – so you aren’t limited by only having or using PECs or baby-ish pictures.
While the $99 price tag seems steep for an app, consider the cost of a similar device – which could run anywhere from a few hundred to a few THOUSAND dollars – and this one has been tested by well over 13,000 users with all range of speech issues, including professionals. It’s an amazing tool for that $99 price tag.
How else could you give someone their voice back for Christmas?
Unsure how to give the gift of an app using your iOS device? Read for instructions here: http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Guide/ss/How-To-Gift-An-Ipad-App.htm
Now for the Chance to Win Talk Rocket Go!
One very special Kat’s Cafe reader (or reader of the helpful blogs promoting this!) will be able to WIN their own copy of Talk Rocket Go. The only caveat is that you also meet with Tony Gross, Community Director MyVoice and TalkRocket Go, via Skype (or phone?) so that he can give you a personal introduction to Talk Rocket Go! Talk about an amazing opportunity to start using this app’s amazing features!
Wanna Win? Just Enter the Rafflecopter below! And Don’t forget to SHARE this post so an amazing family who really needs this app could win!
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Katrina Moody
Graphic Designer, Wordpress Addict, Blogger at Kat's Media & More
I'm a special needs parent before just about everything else in life, but also a passionate advocate for my three boys and husband, who all have a bit of awesomeness about them. Awesomeness = Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome, Autism, Epilepsy, Dyslexia, Cerebral Palsy, and more. It all adds up to some awesome kids and an amazing family.
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Wife; Mom to 3 guys w/ARS, autism, epilepsy & awesomeness; Advocate. Writer, Graphic Designer, Wordpress addict, social media nut. Site: http://katsmedia.com &
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Wow…this will be wonderful for so many families! And, to have a personal tutorial from Tony Gross?! VERY cool!
~Honey
I present on apps for many special needs groups in FL so would like to check this out in detail.
Hey Jill!
I bet you would love this one up close. I’ve been so impressed with it’s functionality and the advanced features available. If you don’t end up winning send me a message and I’ll see if we can’t hook you up with Tony directly.
Hi everyone,
I will help the winner install the app, create an account(s) for a user of any age and ability and give a tour of features. Honestly, it’s very easy to use and manage content and we are here to support anyone using TalkRocket Go.
Happy Holidays!
Tony Gross
TalkRocket Go
Tony I can’t WAIT to see who wins and how they are able to make use of this app – we’ve already have fun helping Bobby use a few of the features – awesome app!
Hi Kat,
Great to hear you are having fun using TalkRocket Go. Anyone can contact me with questions or comments:tony@myvoiceaac.com.
Happy New Year!
Tony Gross
Community Director
MyVoice and TalkRocket Go
Tony is always true to his word., Support for TalkRocket is excellent,(very prompt response) and that is so very important when you purchase an app. and are in the midst of using it. Actually, TRocket is simple to use, and Tony will help to keep it that way for you. Love it!
Hi Everyone,
I am looking forward to setting up the winner and connecting with anyone else interested.Cynthia: great to hear things are well, I would love to hear more from you.
Tony Gross
tony@myvoiceaac.com
Community Director
TalkRocket Go AAC app
Hi Everyone,
I’ll be meeting the family of a young man who was awarded the Free TalkRocket Go in the Giveaway, next week.This young man has profound physical, hearing, vision and other challenges and is truly deserving. I can’t wait to hear his first words.
Thanks,
Tony
Community Director
http://myvoiceaac.com/videos/talkrocketgo/