Blind Services Disability Determination Services (SSI) Early Childhood Services (ECI) Rehabilitation Services (Vocational Rehabilitation Services) --Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services http://www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs/ Judy Kurz Deafness RSs Hearing Loss RSs Edith Tillery Cynthia Maldonado Karen Moulder Esther Kelly Carol Johnson Gordon Greer Olivia Bills Teri Wathen Sara Fillippone Linda Belk Rebecca Hernandez Judy Kurz Deafness RSs Hearing Loss RSs Edith Tillery Cynthia Maldonado Karen Moulder Esther Kelly Carol Johnson Gordon Greer Olivia Bills Teri Wathen Sara Fillippone Linda Belk Rebecca Hernandez • F,S, Th, T, Sh, K • You can not say these sounds louder • When you shout, you emphasize the vowels, which have more power and are lower frequency. • There’s also more distortion when shouting, as well as the “emotion factor.” Retail $100 -$160 Great for the car or other noisy situations Recommended for elderly who need large item and inexpensive 5 year warranty Environmental Microphone Aux input-broadcast any sound WilliamsSound reliability $850.00 • Dual microphones • User has control over feature selection • Omni, directional mics .$900.00 Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com Vista Amplifier Plantronics H101N Speech Adjust-a-tone Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com & Radioshack.com Radio Shack Phone Adaptor # 43-1237 Vista Amplifier Plantronics H101N Speech Adjust-a-tone Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com & Radioshack.com Radio Shack Phone Adaptor # 43-1237 •Equipped with a hearing aid-compatible telecoil, suitable for all standard telecoilequipped hearing aids and fitted to the plain side of the earpiece. •Telecoil cancels out surrounding background noise and heightens the sound quality from the telephone for clearer, crisper phone conversations. •Can be used with GN Netcom GN 8050 TC Amplifier if sound from headset is not amplified enough. Photos courtesy of www.hellodirect.com Dealing with Office Telephones Oticon EPOQ Streamer Jabra A7010 Bluetooth Hub and JX10 Hub You can keep your Streamer paired to both the office phone and the cell phone at the same time. You just cannot turn off the Streamer. As long as it is kept on, it will automatically switch back and forth between the two as they come into range. You do have to turn off the BT on the cell so that the hub knows to ‘find’ the office phone, but you don’t have to ‘re-pair’. Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com Sprint WebCapTel is a FREE web-based service that allows a person who can speak but has difficulty hearing over the phone to read word-for-word captions of their call on a web browser during the call, while at the same time hearing the other person using any telephone. WebCapTel is a FREE web-based service that allows a person who can speak but has difficulty hearing over the phone to read word-for-word captions of their call on a web browser during the call, while at the same time hearing the other person using any telephone. A WebCapTel user would make or receive calls while logged into a website (www.sprintcaptel.com) and hear the person on the other line using their own cell phone, desk phone, cordless phone, or even an amplified phone. The user hears the person speaking through any telephone of their choice. During the call, captions appear on the user's web browser. Skilled human captioners use speech recognition software to relay what the other party is saying. English and Spanish captioning service is available. Cell phone options-wired Cell Phone Accessories HearBuddy DAI Geemarc Neckloop T-Link or NoizFree Hatis Freedom NEW CLA7-v2 Amplified Neckloop By ClearSounds Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com You know about these……. Cell Phone sends Bluetooth signal Siemens TEK Connect SmartLink transmitter Phonak receivers Oticon EPOQ Streamer Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com Don’t forget about these…’t forget about these…. Generic Bluetooth Products Texas STAP voucher can cover cost ClearSounds CLA7BT Bluetooth Wireless connectivity between your cell phone and hearing aid Amplified Neck Loop T-coil inductive neck loop and Bluetooth transceiver with built-in microphone and volume control Bluetooth -MaxIt Bluetooth Neckloop-Amplified Texas STAP voucher can cover cost -MaxIt Bluetooth Neckloop-Amplified Texas STAP voucher can cover cost • Allows for additional stronger microphone to be added Photos courtesy of http://www.tecear.com Technology Worth Talking About Hearing Protection Earmuffs Williams Sound HED008 Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com Technology Worth Talking About Stethoscope Options Photo courtesy of BeyondHearingAids.com STAP •A voucher program that providesfinancial assistance for the purchase of specialized assistiveequipment or services forindividuals whose disabilityinterferes with their ability toaccess the telephone network. www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs/stap.shtml Division for Rehabilitation Services Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Application for Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Application for Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) Step 1 Provide Applicant Information Applicant’s first name: Middle name: Last name: Street address (PO Box not acceptable): City: State: TX ZIP code: Home telephone number: ( ) Alternate telephone number: ( ) Social Security number: TX driver’s license number: Birth date: Email: Parent or legal guardian name: Mailing Address (if different from above) Name: Address: City: State: ZIP code: If you provide a different mailing address, or a parent or guardian signs the application, enter X to select one:1 Applicant (PO box) Guardian or family member Specify the person’s relationship to the applicant: Signature. Unless the applicant signs the application or provides proof of residency in the applicant’s name, the same person must both sign the application and provide proof of residency. This application must have an original signature—not a photocopy, facsimile, or stamped signature. If you are less than 18 years old, the parent or guardian must sign the application. The following statement must be signed before the application can be processed. I attest to the following: . The applicant is a Texas resident. . The applicant requires a specialized adaptive device(s) to access the telephone network. . The device selected will enable the applicant to access the telephone network. . I understand that STAP may request additional documentation as needed to confirm or supplement any information provided on the application, including physician’s statements, medical records, auditory-or vision-care professional’s records. . All information given on this application is true. Signature of applicant, parent, or legal guardian: X Printed name: Date: Step 2 Provide Proof of Residency Include a copy of one of the following as proof of your Texas residency: .Texas driver’s license .voter registration card .ID card with address .utility bill (showing address) .vehicle registration card .Medicaid ID .Medicare Summary .letter on official letterhead (signed by residential facility director or supervisor) Proof of residency must name the applicant, parent, or legal guardian signing the application and show the home address. Step 3 Select Device Select one device that you need for telephone access. Some individuals may require a combination of compatible devices to achieve basic phone access (for example, TTY and ring signaler). You must meet the established disability requirements for the device requested. Note: these disability requirements are defined in the instructions to this form . HH = Hard of hearing; D = Deaf; SI = Speech impaired; WS = Weak speech; B = Blind; VI = Visually impaired; UMI = Upper mobility impaired; LMI = Lower mobility impaired; CI = Cognitively impaired Telecommunication Device and/or Software Disability Requirements Devices with an asterisk (*) may require you to place calls through a relay service. Enter X to select device. Amplified phone HH or D A phone with volume control to adjust the loudness of the other person’s voice. May be cordless, include big buttons, and provide outgoing voice amplification. Must amplify by at least 30dB. (Some models amplify by up to 50dB.) Some amplified phones may not be compatible with digital phone lines. *TTY HH or D or SI A device with a keyboard and display screen tha t can be used to send and receive conversations with another TTY user. Calls to and from a non-TTY user may use a relay service. *Large Visual Display (LVD) VI or B A TTY-or VCO-compatible display screen that is larger and easier to read. *Voice Carry Over (VCO) HH or D A phone that allows the user to speak into the handset and read responses on a display screen. Some have a keyboard and handset and provide amplification and/or are available with a port for a printer or LVD. May include VCO printer. Different from a captioned phone, which uses Captel Relay Service. *Captioned Phone HH or D A phone that allows use of the Captel Relay Service, enabling user to listen through the handset an d simultaneously read the other person’s conversation on a display screen. Amplifies up to 35dB. Not available with stand-alone LVD. This is not the same thing as a VCO. *Two-Way Paging Device HH or D or SI A text messaging device that can send and receive wireless messages. Monthly fees and possible credit deposit are not included. Some vendors may require a credit check before activating service . Hearing Carry Over (HCO) SI User types on a keyboard and hears the response on a handset. May have a display or amplifier. Braille Telecommunication Device (HH or D or SI) and (VI or B) Same as the TTY with an attached device that allows the user to read conversations in braille. Speakerphone VI or B or HH or D or UMI or CI A phone with a speaker built into the base. Big Button Telephone VI or B or UMI or CI A phone with large dialing numbers. Available with braille numbers and slots for picture insert dialing . Step 2 Provide Proof of Residency Include a copy of one of the following as proof of your Texas residency: .Texas driver’s license .voter registration card .ID card with address .utility bill (showing address) .vehicle registration card .Medicaid ID .Medicare Summary .letter on official letterhead (signed by residential facility director or supervisor) Proof of residency must name the applicant, parent, or legal guardian signing the application and show the home address. Step 3 Select Device Select one device that you need for telephone access. Some individuals may require a combination of compatible devices to achieve basic phone access (for example, TTY and ring signaler). You must meet the established disability requirements for the device requested. Note: these disability requirements are defined in the instructions to this form . HH = Hard of hearing; D = Deaf; SI = Speech impaired; WS = Weak speech; B = Blind; VI = Visually impaired; UMI = Upper mobility impaired; LMI = Lower mobility impaired; CI = Cognitively impaired Telecommunication Device and/or Software Disability Requirements Devices with an asterisk (*) may require you to place calls through a relay service. Enter X to select device. Amplified phone HH or D A phone with volume control to adjust the loudness of the other person’s voice. May be cordless, include big buttons, and provide outgoing voice amplification. Must amplify by at least 30dB. (Some models amplify by up to 50dB.) Some amplified phones may not be compatible with digital phone lines. *TTY HH or D or SI A device with a keyboard and display screen tha t can be used to send and receive conversations with another TTY user. Calls to and from a non-TTY user may use a relay service. *Large Visual Display (LVD) VI or B A TTY-or VCO-compatible display screen that is larger and easier to read. *Voice Carry Over (VCO) HH or D A phone that allows the user to speak into the handset and read responses on a display screen. Some have a keyboard and handset and provide amplification and/or are available with a port for a printer or LVD. May include VCO printer. Different from a captioned phone, which uses Captel Relay Service. *Captioned Phone HH or D A phone that allows use of the Captel Relay Service, enabling user to listen through the handset an d simultaneously read the other person’s conversation on a display screen. Amplifies up to 35dB. Not available with stand-alone LVD. This is not the same thing as a VCO. *Two-Way Paging Device HH or D or SI A text messaging device that can send and receive wireless messages. Monthly fees and possible credit deposit are not included. Some vendors may require a credit check before activating service . Hearing Carry Over (HCO) SI User types on a keyboard and hears the response on a handset. May have a display or amplifier. Braille Telecommunication Device (HH or D or SI) and (VI or B) Same as the TTY with an attached device that allows the user to read conversations in braille. Speakerphone VI or B or HH or D or UMI or CI A phone with a speaker built into the base. Big Button Telephone VI or B or UMI or CI A phone with large dialing numbers. Available with braille numbers and slots for picture insert dialing . Talks Back Number Dialed Telephone VI or B or UMI A phone that vocalizes the numbers being dialed. May have large numbers and/or a volume control and/or Talks Back software. Remote Controlled Telephone VI or B or UMI or CI A phone that allows the user to dial preprogrammed numbers in sequence and answer calls using a remote. May have safety response features. Hands Free Activated Phone UMI or VI A phone that allows the user to dial preprogrammed numbers and answer calls using a remote or soft touch or air switch (may have amplification). When used with a voice dialer, the phone becomes a voice-operated system. (This device is not an answering machine.) Switch UMI For users needing a switch to operate a Hands Free Activated Phone. Lapel Microphone WS and UMI For users with weak speech needing the Hands Free Activated Phone. Outgoing Voice Amplification Telephone WS A phone with volume control capabilities to increase the loudness of the user’s weak voice. Some models may also provide incoming volume amplification. Voice Amplification System WS and UMI A hands-free device with volume control capabilities to adjust the loudness of the user’s weak voice. Cordless Telephone VI or B or LMI A telephone that allows the user telephone access without being restricted to a single location. Artificial Larynx SI A device placed on the user’s neck or in the mouth that produces sound when the user speaks. Voice Dialer VI or B or UMI A device that allows the user to dial preprogrammed numbers by a voice command. Headset, Neck Loop, or Cochlear Cord HH or D or UMI for headset Any one of the following: A telephone compatible headset or a cord that transmits the other person’s voice directly to a T-coil in the user’s hearing aid, or a cochlear implant device. Amplified Headset System or Amplified Neck Loop HH or D A headset or neck loop with volume control that adjusts the loudness of the other person’s voice. Some may be cell-phone compatible. Bluetooth-Compatible Phone Device HH or D A wireless device that can be used with Bluetooth-compatible mobile phones. Contact your audiologist or hearing aid dispenser to determine compatibility. May not be combined with any other voucher. Ring Signaler HH or D A device that alerts the user of an incoming call by causing an attached lamp to flash on and off as the telephone rings and/or increases the loudness of a telephone ring by up to 95 decibels. Tactile Ring Signaler (HH or D) and (VI or B) A device that vibrates when the telephone rings. T-Coil Compatible Phone HH or D A phone that transmits incoming sound directly to a t-coil in the users’ hearing aid. May not be combined with any voucher other than a ring signaler. s Back Number Dialed Telephone VI or B or UMI A phone that vocalizes the numbers being dialed. May have large numbers and/or a volume control and/or Talks Back software. Remote Controlled Telephone VI or B or UMI or CI A phone that allows the user to dial preprogrammed numbers in sequence and answer calls using a remote. May have safety response features. Hands Free Activated Phone UMI or VI A phone that allows the user to dial preprogrammed numbers and answer calls using a remote or soft touch or air switch (may have amplification). When used with a voice dialer, the phone becomes a voice-operated system. (This device is not an answering machine.) Switch UMI For users needing a switch to operate a Hands Free Activated Phone. Lapel Microphone WS and UMI For users with weak speech needing the Hands Free Activated Phone. Outgoing Voice Amplification Telephone WS A phone with volume control capabilities to increase the loudness of the user’s weak voice. Some models may also provide incoming volume amplification. Voice Amplification System WS and UMI A hands-free device with volume control capabilities to adjust the loudness of the user’s weak voice. Cordless Telephone VI or B or LMI A telephone that allows the user telephone access without being restricted to a single location. Artificial Larynx SI A device placed on the user’s neck or in the mouth that produces sound when the user speaks. Voice Dialer VI or B or UMI A device that allows the user to dial preprogrammed numbers by a voice command. Headset, Neck Loop, or Cochlear Cord HH or D or UMI for headset Any one of the following: A telephone compatible headset or a cord that transmits the other person’s voice directly to a T-coil in the user’s hearing aid, or a cochlear implant device. Amplified Headset System or Amplified Neck Loop HH or D A headset or neck loop with volume control that adjusts the loudness of the other person’s voice. Some may be cell-phone compatible. Bluetooth-Compatible Phone Device HH or D A wireless device that can be used with Bluetooth-compatible mobile phones. Contact your audiologist or hearing aid dispenser to determine compatibility. May not be combined with any other voucher. Ring Signaler HH or D A device that alerts the user of an incoming call by causing an attached lamp to flash on and off as the telephone rings and/or increases the loudness of a telephone ring by up to 95 decibels. Tactile Ring Signaler (HH or D) and (VI or B) A device that vibrates when the telephone rings. T-Coil Compatible Phone HH or D A phone that transmits incoming sound directly to a t-coil in the users’ hearing aid. May not be combined with any voucher other than a ring signaler. Contact DHHS for an application for augmentative communication or anti-stuttering devices. Step 4 Provide a Professional Certification of Your Disability Applicant’s name: Application number (for DHHS use only): This part of the application must be completed and signed by one of the fol lowing professionals. The type of professional certifying this application (Enter X to select one): Licensed Hearing Aid Fitter and Dispenser Licensed Audiologist Licensed Speech Pathologist Licensed Social Worker Licensed Physician State-Certified Teacher of Blind and Visually Impaired, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Speech Impaired, or Special Education DARS Rehabilitation Counselor DHHS-Approved Resource Specialist or STAP Specialist DHHS-Approved State or Federal Employee DHHS-Approved State or Federal Contractor Print clearly. Do not use abbreviations or acronyms for disabilities or conditions. 1. Name all disabilities that apply to the applicant and restrict the applicant’s telephone access and describe the severity of the disability(ies). (Refer to the disability definitions in the Instructions form for disability criteria). 2. What is the cause of the disability(ies) named above? 3. Change of Disability Is the applicant reapplying for a voucher because of a change of disability? Yes No If yes, name the STAP device purchased and explain why the applicant cannot use the previous device : Certification As the certifier, I attest to the following: .I am eligible to certify under the provisions of STAP. .The device selected on this form is needed to provide the applicant with access to the telephone network. .I have personally met with the applicant I am certifying and am aware of the extent of the applicant’s disability, which is consistent with the requirements of STAP. .The applicant’s age and/or disability do not prevent the applicant from using the selected specialized devices to gain access to the telephone network. .I understand that STAP may request additional documentation as needed to confirm or supplement any information provided on the application, including physician’s statements, medical records, auditoryand/ or vision-care professional’s records. .All information I have provided on this application is valid and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Printed name of certifier: Name of business: Title: Certification or license number: Street address: City: State: ZIP code: Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Email: Signature of certifier (must be original, not a photocopy, facsimile, or stamp): X Date: Step 4 Provide a Professional Certification of Your Disability Applicant’s name: Application number (for DHHS use only): This part of the application must be completed and signed by one of the fol lowing professionals. The type of professional certifying this application (Enter X to select one): Licensed Hearing Aid Fitter and Dispenser Licensed Audiologist Licensed Speech Pathologist Licensed Social Worker Licensed Physician State-Certified Teacher of Blind and Visually Impaired, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Speech Impaired, or Special Education DARS Rehabilitation Counselor DHHS-Approved Resource Specialist or STAP Specialist DHHS-Approved State or Federal Employee DHHS-Approved State or Federal Contractor Print clearly. Do not use abbreviations or acronyms for disabilities or conditions. 1. Name all disabilities that apply to the applicant and restrict the applicant’s telephone access and describe the severity of the disability(ies). (Refer to the disability definitions in the Instructions form for disability criteria). 2. What is the cause of the disability(ies) named above? 3. Change of Disability Is the applicant reapplying for a voucher because of a change of disability? Yes No If yes, name the STAP device purchased and explain why the applicant cannot use the previous device : Certification As the certifier, I attest to the following: .I am eligible to certify under the provisions of STAP. .The device selected on this form is needed to provide the applicant with access to the telephone network. .I have personally met with the applicant I am certifying and am aware of the extent of the applicant’s disability, which is consistent with the requirements of STAP. .The applicant’s age and/or disability do not prevent the applicant from using the selected specialized devices to gain access to the telephone network. .I understand that STAP may request additional documentation as needed to confirm or supplement any information provided on the application, including physician’s statements, medical records, auditoryand/ or vision-care professional’s records. .All information I have provided on this application is valid and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Printed name of certifier: Name of business: Title: Certification or license number: Street address: City: State: ZIP code: Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Email: Signature of certifier (must be original, not a photocopy, facsimile, or stamp): X Date: Rose Aird Minette, M.AMinette, M.A. DARS Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Rose.minette@dars.state.tx.us www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs 512 407-3250 Main 512 407-3255 Direct 512 407-3299 Fax