Tactile aids must be purchased through a hearing health care professional, school, or government agency. For children, this is usually done by the school audiologist or speech pathologist. If you are interested in an aid for your child, a trial can be arranged by one of these individuals. Sometimes, charitable organizations such as Easter Seals or Lion's Club will assist in purchasing a tactile aid. However the unit is acquired, it is important that the child have a training program and that the school is involved in this program.
Training is an essential part of using a tactile aid.
The most success will come when tactile aid training is integrated into your child's school curriculum, with training sessions devoted specifically to the tactile aid. A number of excellent training manuals that can be used with or are specifically designed for tactile aids are referenced in our section on training and resources . If you wish, we will also send information to the health care professional who will be working with your child.