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Features
* Holds four or eight Talking Pockets
* Clear vinyl pockets inside, waterproof luggage fabric outside
* Hooks on belt or belt loop with webbing strap and hook and loop closure tab
* Hook and loop tab for easy opening/closing
* Add talking pockets (not included)
* Size of 4-carrier wallet in hanging position is 100mm x 89mm
* Size of 8-carrier wallet in hanging position is 100mm x 171mm
* Pictures and Talking Pockets not included

Considerations

Access
* Consider the user's pointing accuracy and motor control
* Consider sensory needs (vision and hearing)
* Consider layout (size and number of cells), as well as colours and contrast
* Consider fatigue
* Consider speed of access and operation
* Does the user need assistance from communication partner to access device (such as turn device on or off, navigate through pages, etc.)?
* Consider appropriate and safe mounting
* Can more than one access method be used at once (e.g: switching and eye-gaze)

Communication
* Is the user a pre-intentional or intentional communicator?
* Consider the person's current language skills (understanding and production of language) and their potential language development.
* Does the system match the person's current language skills and does it allow for later language development?
* Does the system require literacy skills?
* Does the system allow access to literacy and literacy development?
* How is language represented? (pictures, symbols, text etc..)
* Can the individual compose novel messages?
* Can vocabulary/messages provided be used across several contexts/situations?

Support
The involvement of a speech pathologist is recommended to ensure the system meets the user's current communication skills and allows for language development.
* Users and support people require training in the programming and the use of this device. Access to consistent therapy support is highly recommended.
* Programming performed on the computer is more efficient than on the device for people who are supporting its use.
* The operational features of the device can be locked out if required. This can prevent unintentional programming and changes to the device.
* This device contains pre-programmed page sets that are designed to be used as a base for users to customise as required. This can reduce the programming time required.

Place Of Manufacture

Augmentative Resources Inc, USA

Models

Two models available:
* Talking PocketWallet Carrier - 4 Carrier AR32235
* Talking PocketWallet Carrier - 8 Carrier AR32236

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.