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VoiceAmp VA 601 Fluency Enhancer
Device for People who Stutter now with Dynamic AAF
The VA601i - Altered Auditory Feedback device was developed in
conjunction with international specialists and research Universities.
The product is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9000 and CE
standards.
Dynamic AAF is a new feature that improves sustainability by dynamically changing components of the audio feedback.
This is the only product that provides this proven technology, helping more people to be more fluent. Because this system is modular we can offer new features to new and existing clients protecting your investment.
Implementing VoiceAmp
Implementing the VoiceAmp VA601i Fluency
System:   Take a unit
on evaluation   Explore different
settings   Visit a local Speech
Therapist for adjustment and advice
The VoiceAmp VA601i Fluency
System is available directly from and supported by VoiceAmp and
can be purchased from our website here.
Speech Language Associations
VoiceAmp is proud to be associated with the following associations:
Size: Small 97 x 57 x 16mm. Battery Life: 14 hrs continuous
(or 3 to 4 days - typical operation).
* Price may vary according to country.
The Netherlands
De werking van de apparaten is gebasseerd op het Altered Auditory
Feedback fenomeen: het oorapparaatje geeft de eigen spraak met
een variabele vertraging en ook met een aangepaste frequentie
terug. Men hoort dus een echo van zichzelf. Een vloeiend spreker
raakt daarvan in de war en gaat trager en met verlengingen spreken.
Maar bij mensen die stotteren werkt die echo als een timingsmechanisme
van buitenaf, dat het eigen (gestoorde) timingsmechanisme van
de persoon die stottert vervangt. Als je mee tikt met je eigen
spraak, verschaf je je spraak ook zo’n timingsmechanisme
van buitenaf. Maar meetikken tijdens het spreken wordt door veel
mensen als een onacceptabel hulpmiddel gezien en bovendien kan
haast niemand in een natuurlijk ritme meetikken. Bij gebruik van
een apparaat gaat een stotterende spreker meestal ook langzamer
spreken. Iedereen weet dat vertragen een goed effect heeft op
het gemak waarmee men praat. Maar langzamer spreken kost vaak
moeite en concentratie. Met een apparaatje kan het gemakkelijker
gaan.
VoiceAmp have over 350 Trained Speech Language Therapists (SLT)
in the UK, many of these SLT’s have VoiceAmp demo devices.
We are actively involved in ongoing research with top universities
in the UK USA and elsewhere. All VoiceAmp devices are programmable,
we can send you customised settings to suit each individual over
the internet and update your investment with the latest technology
absolutely free of charge. VoiceAmp’s technology provides
the most technically advanced and flexible fluency system available
today, wireless options can be added for additional discreetness.
VoiceAmp Direct is a secure online facility that allows you to
buy and try a device directly from the manufacturer. We have been
working hard with SLT and the NHS to establish subsidy options
for devices. Many NHS trusts have invested in VoiceAmp devices
and several channels for funding are open in the UK. Student Disability
Grants, At Work compensation, private Medical insurance are just
some of the ways to help you afford a speech system, fluency devices
are VAT zero rated in the EU. VoiceAmp actively support local
self help groups and play an active role in the Stammering community
in the United Kingdom.
More UK Funding information
Disabled Student Allowance is non-means tested, so it does not depend on household income.
This article is an example of applying for the allowance in England. You can also apply before your course starts. If you normally live in England, further information and forms are at www.studentfinancedirect.co.uk - select either 'I am planning to go into further education' or 'I am a continuing student', then link to 'Forms and Guides'. Under the 'Disabled Students Allowance' heading you can download the 'Bridging The Gap' guide as well as an application form and guidance notes.
If you live elsewhere in the UK, websites are
Scotland: www.saas.gov.uk
Wales: www.studentfinancewales.co.uk
Northern Ireland: www.studentfinanceni.co.uk
There is also a 'Skill' information booklet at www.skill.org.uk/uploads/he_dsa.doc
Note that DSAs may also cover premiums to insure equipment
Government's Access to Work scheme
Jobcentre Plus have stated that they are willing to give consideration to funding devices on a case by case basis. There will however be a couple of conditions. Firstly, all applicants will need to have an assessment by a speech and language therapist and have it confirmed that a device will be helpful for them. Secondly, all applicants will need to have a trial period using a device.
VoiceAmp in conjunction with the BSA have made trial devices available for BSA members for a refundable deposit of £250.
New Rental System
VoiceAmp will be introducing a rental scheme for people who might not qualify for Government funding and cannot afford to buy a unit outright. We hope to extend this option for evaluation devices for NHS Trusts.
South Africa
VoiceAmp het meer as 'n 120 opgeleide spraakterapeute in
Suid Afrika. Baie van hierdie spraakterapeute het VoiceAmp vlotheids-toestelle
in hulle besit. VoiceAmp is aktief betrokke by navorsing by universiteite
in beide Suid Afrika en Engeland. VoiceAmp se toerusting kan via
die internet opgradeer word en stel die gebruiker in staat om
ten alle tye gratis voordeel te trek uit nuwe ontwikkelinge. VoiceAmp
se tegnologie verskaf die mees tegnies gevorderde vlotheid-sisteem
op die mark. VoiceAmp verskaf nou ook draadlose opsies vir ons
toestelle.
VoiceAmp Direct is 'n veilige internet diens wat gebruikers
toelaat om toestelle direk van die verskaffer af te bestel en
uit te probeer. VoiceAmp werk voortdurend in samewerking met spraakterapeute,
staatshospitale en mediese fondse om te verseker dat soveel moontlik
mense toegang tot kwaliteit vlotheid-sisteme mag he. VoiceAmp
is ook nou betrokke by plaaslike self-help groepe en die hakkel-gemeenskap
in Suid Afrika.
VoiceAmp have over 120 trained SLTs (Speech Language Therapists)
in South Africa, many of these SLTs have VoiceAmp fluency devices.
We are actively involved in ongoing research with universities
in South Africa and the UK. All VoiceAmp devices are programmable,
we can send customised settings to suit each individual over the
internet and update your investment with the latest technology
absolutely free of charge. VoiceAmp’s technology provides
the most technically advanced and flexible fluency system available
today, wireless options can be added for additional discreetness.
VoiceAmp Direct is a secure online facility that allows you to
buy and try a device directly from the manufacturer. We have been
working hard with SLT and the State Hospitals to establish subsidy
options for devices. State Hospitals and private Medical Aids
are just some of the ways to help you afford a quality speech
system. VoiceAmp actively support local self help groups and play
an active role in the stuttering community in South Africa.
USA
VoiceAmp is actively involved in ongoing research with Universities in America, South Africa and the UK.
All VoiceAmp devices are programmable; we can e-mail customised settings to suit each individual and update your investment
with the latest technology, absolutely free of charge. VoiceAmp’s technology provides the most technically advanced and flexible
fluency system available today. Wireless options can be added for additional discreetness.
VoiceAmp Direct is a secure online facility that allows you to buy and try a device directly from the manufacturer.
VoiceAmp actively support local self help groups and play an active role in the stuttering community the world over.
Workshops USA:
Following on the enormous success of the European & UK training workshops,
the second US workshops for Speech and Language Pathologists will begin around October/November 2009.
Initially venues will be set-up in the following cities & states, New York, Philadelphia, Florida, California and Chicago (to coincide with ASHA).
Please email julief@voiceamp.net if you are interested in attending.