Signalers for Deaf and Hearing Impaired
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You may choose your signalers by brand (above). Not sure what to get? Consult our Product Wizard or use the Quick Guide! Need more information? Read on... Certain things that hearing people take for granted present a great deal of difficulty for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing. For example, how does a person with a hearing impairment know when the phone or doorbell is ringing? The solution may be simpler than you thought and it's within most people's reach. I'm talking about signalers--also known as signaling or alerting devices--which can be used to notify you of everyday sounds, such as the doorbell, the telephone ring, or a baby's cry, by turning on and off lamps in your home or signaling a vibrator to alert you. Some models have a built-in lamp while others may require that you plug one of your own lamps. Often, the light on/off pattern will help you identify which sound is present. Signalers may also be used to indicate the presence of smoke or carbon monoxide, loud sirens (such as from emergency vehicles), and for weather conditions. All these options are available in our online store. THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A SIGNALER: How big is your home?You'll want a different type of signaler in a dorm-room than would be needed in a 2-bedroom home. In smaller areas, individual signalers (especially with small strobe options) work best. In multi-room homes, consider remote receivers that allow you to be notified throughout your house. Some signaling systems are even designed to allow you the flexibility to add on components as your needs change. Do you want to choose individual signalers to fit your specific needs or would you prefer an all-in-one system? Individual signalers may be less cost-effective, whereas all-in-one systems offer the flexibility to add other types of signalers. Consider what sounds you want to be alerted to, then choose specific signalers or an all-in-one system that matches. Don't forget those little areas like hallways or bathrooms! Look for signalers that can alert you no matter where you are. Options available Currently, we offer signalers from Sonic Alert, Global Assistive, Ameriphone, and Others. Using the chart below, choose your desired signaler by clicking on the checkmark. You may also find it helpful to use our Product Wizard. QUICK GUIDE TO ALERTING SYSTEMS:
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