When you can not talk there is a small electronic device which has gone by the wayside called a Tru Tone Electrolarynx. Computers of course have swooped in and taken over the day. But what if you can not use a computer? What if you want to speak to the person next to your or across the room. What do you usually do?
(1) First you jump up and down.
(2) Wave your arms.
(3) Or drop a book on the floor.
WHEN YOU FINALLY GET THE PERSON’S ATTENTION:
(a) Use sign language
(b) Use the finger alphabet
(c) Gel pen for best results on paper.
I am going to describe to you this small electronic device which might give you a voice and a chance to be heard once again.
(1) You hold it in one hand and place it against your neck.
(2) You mouth the words.
(3) The electronic device vibrates and out comes your words.
Yes, I would say it is a miracle, especially if you have suddenly become unable to speak or if you have been unable to speak for years.
Your family and friends will have to adjust their hearing and really listen to your new electronic voice. But once they get used to it they will find they really missed hearing your spoken word.
It is hard for the person who can not speak to try and understand what you are trying to convey to them. It leads to frustration on both sides.
PROBLEM:
(1) You may have a problem with people understanding you on the telephone but do not stop trying to reach them.
(2) Your neck will get sore from pushing the device against it.
(3) It takes some practice to find the best placement on your throat.
Linda is the author of her first published book, “Ghost Kids Trilogy. “Christy, 12 and her Brother Brad, 16 moves into an old house on top of a mountain and meet two Ghost Kids.
Then we have a mysterious, magical Blue Vase where Uncle Charlie the villain is trapped. He wants out of the Blue Vase and exchange he will tell Christy and Brad where Pirates’ Treasure is Hidden.
Take a walk with Christy and Brad down a dark hall hunting for Pirates” Treasure. You will think were you there right there with them.
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You can receive this device free through the California Access Program.
A Program of the California Public Utilities Commission. or call 1800-806-1191 or check out their website at http://www.ddtp.org
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Copyright Linda E. Meckler 2007
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