It is always best to find a team of local ALS professionals who can help with your evolving communication needs. You should be able to find this team by attending an ALS clinic or asking your local ALS organization for recommendations.
Below are additional resources that can help you with ALS communication.
Below are additional resources that can help you with ALS communication.
Support and Resources
- Bridging Voice offers a range of virtual personalized services at no cost that can help you with computer access and communication technology needs.
- Team Gleason provides communication services and funding opportunities for people living with ALS, including guidance and assistance with voice and message banking.
- The Jay S. Fishman ALS Augmentative Communication Program at Boston Children’s Hospital offers online educational resources as well as comprehensive in-person AAC assessments and training.
- Local Assistive Technology (AT) Centers may be able to help with your assistive communication technology needs.
- Amy & PALS is a website that provides educational information, videos, and materials for ALS speech and communication.
Voice Banking Software Options
Free AI Voice Cloning with ElevenLabs
Lite-Tech Communication
- Manual Communication Boards (Bridging Voice)
- AEIOU Communication Book (Jay S. Fishman Program)
- Two-Sided AEIOU Board (Jay S. Fishman Program)
Educational Videos and Training
Bridging Voice
Jay S. Fishman ALS Augmentative Communication Program
- Voice and Message Banking Options
- Creating an AI cloned voice
- An Overview of ALS Communication Strategies
- What to Expect in a Communication Evaluation
- Alternate Access Methods for Computers
- The Importance of Eye Health
- Customizing Eye Gaze After Eye Health Changes
- Bridging Voice YouTube Channel
Jay S. Fishman ALS Augmentative Communication Program
