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These apps for special needs were made by the developers at Moms With Apps to assist children and families.We will update this list periodically. If you have feedback on the apps, please contact the developers as theyare very open to collaboration. The descriptions below are NOT reviews – they are descriptions written by thedevelopers.

Abilipad by Appy Therapy, aka “the WRITE TOOL for the iPad” was developed by an occupational therapistto facilitate writing. The Keyboard Creator lets one design keyboards using letters, words, sentences orpictures with custom key sizes, fonts, colors and audio recordings. The notepad offers word prediction toassist with spelling and to reduce keystrokes, as well as text-to-speech that allows one to hear what waswritten in order to correct spelling and grammatical errors.

ArtikPix by Expressive Solutions, ArtikPix is an engaging articulation app with flashcard and matchingactivities for children with speech sound delays. Since the app includes child friendly language, you don’thave to be a speech-language pathologist to facilitate practice. Children use ArtikPix to practice soundsindependently, with a speech-language pathologist or their parents.

ConversationBuilder™ by Mobile Education Store ConversationBuilder™ is designed to help elementaryaged children learn how to have multi-exchange conversations with their peers in a variety of socialsettings. The auditory pattern of conversation is presented in a visual format to help students recognize andmaster the flow of conversation. Students will learn when it is appropriate to introduce themselves, askquestions, make observations and change the subject of the conversation. Being able to converse with peers isthe cornerstone of developing relationships, and ConversationBuilder™ promotes development of this skillthat so many elementary aged children struggle with in a fun and engaging way.

First Then Visual Schedule by Good Karma Apps First-Then Visual Schedule application is designed forcaregivers to providepositive behavior support for those with communication needs. This application provides an affordable andconvenient audio-visual prompting tool for use on the iPhone or iTouch. The portability of the iPhone andiTouch and ease of use of the application make it perfect for use at school, home or in the community.

Grace App by Steven-Troughton Smith (See news clip Demo Video) A simple picture exchange systemdeveloped By and For non-verbal people allowing the user to communicate their needs by building sentences

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from relevant images. It can be customised by the individual using their picture and photo vocabulary with theuser taking and saving pictures independently to the app.

iCommunicate by Grembe (See Demo Video) Create pictures, flashcards, storyboards, routines, and visualschedules. Record custom audio in any language. We include 100+ pictures(first 5 have audio) to get youstarted. Add pictures with your camera, or from your camera roll, or use Google image search. Utilize as audiovisual prompting tool or AAC device.

iComm by Mias Apps (See Demo Video) The iComm (short for I Communicate) is an app providing anaffordable, custom built and easy to use communication system using pictures and words – both written andspoken. It is ideal for children under three until they are able to express their needs through well formedspeech. The iComm is also very useful for children with a broad range of disabilities who have troublecommunicating such as cerebral palsy or autism.

iEarnedThat by a Pediatrician & Parent Designed by a Pediatrician and parent, iEarnedThat is an amazinglysimple motivational tool to help children develop desirable behaviors by working towards tangible goals. Turnany picture of a desired reward into a 3D interactive jigsaw puzzle of up to 60 pieces! Set the goal and haveyour child EARN their reward one puzzle piece at a time!

In My Dreams by DevelopEase (See Demo Video) Have fun with reading, matching, and sign language. “InMy Dreams” uses animation and repetition to promote literacy. Each page has the same sentence structure andreinforces understanding of nouns, verbs and prepositions. “In My Dreams” is an instructional app designedwith illustrations that provide language cues. Personalize the app for your child, student or client by addingtheir photo!

iReward by Grembe iReward is a fun and useful app. Use it with your spouse, kids, yourself, or anyone forwhom you want to provide some positive reinforcement. iReward is a motivation chart for your iPhone, iPodTouch, or iPad!

iTouchiLearn Musical Story (see demo) features an interactive, animated story that teaches toddler,preschool and special needs kids about morning routines. Kids can sing along and interact with the catchyiTouchiLearn Ready for School song sung to the tune of Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush. Designed tobuild early learning and life skills through virtual rewards, the app features 3 modes of early learning: Game,Music and Activity.

My Talk Tools (LITE version) MyTalkTools Mobile Lite is a fully-functional version of MyTalk Mobilewith 12 cell capacity, using one or two boards. Using the 12 cells offered by MyTalk Mobile Lite, users cangain comfort with the mobile use and our online authoring (building communication boards or pages) viaMyTalk Workspace. Using MyTalk Mobile Lite, experience the ultimate in customizable communications. Ifyou find that MyTalk Mobile Lite provides the right solutions, but you would like the increased capacity of32,000 cells, consider MyTalk Mobile.

Off We Go! Going on a Plane and Going to the Dentist books are available as iPhone and iPad apps inEnglish and Spanish. If you are going on a plane or visiting the dentist, you can use your iPhone or iPad tohelp prepare your child and make the experience easier for everyone. These books are a visual step by stepguide to everyday experiences, particularly for children with special needs.

Open-Ended apps that have received positive feedback from parents and therapists who work with specialneeds kids. These apps don’t have a “right” or “wrong”, but rather an open platform for children to experimentand explore: Draw With Stars, Snow Wonder, Faces iMake.


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RainbowSentences by Mobile EducationStore Rainbow Sentences is designed to help students improvetheir ability to construct grammatically correct sentences by using color coded visual cues. The who, what,where, and why parts of sentences are color coded to help students recognize and understand howcombinations of these parts create basic sentence structure. Students will learn how to recognize the parts ofsentences such as nouns, verbs, and prepositions, improve their understanding of how combinations of theseparts create basic sentence structure. Students have the opportunity to record their sentences in their own voiceto improve their receptive and expressive language skills.

See. Touch. Learn. by Brain Parade See.Touch.Learn.™ is a picture learning system designed byprofessionals specifically for those with autism and other special needs. See.Touch.Learn.™ makes traditionalpicture cards obsolete. Parents and professionals use See.Touch.Learn.™ to build custom picture card lessonsand automatically track their child’s responses. Includes a starter set of stunning, high-quality images and 60exercises created by a certified behavior analyst! Additional libraries of images and lessons are available forpurchase from within the app.

Sentence Builder by Mobile Education Store Sentence Builder is designed to help elementary aged childrenlearn how to build grammatically correct sentences. Explicit attention is paid to the connector words that makeup over 80% of the English language. Sentence Builder offers a rich and fun environment for improving thegrammar of all children.

Speech With Milo: Verbs by Doonan Speech Therapy (See Demo Video) Created by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, this app offers a versatile and entertaining speech therapy tool for children. The app isfor speech therapists working with children, or parents who want to teach language skills to their children. Theanimation that comes with Milo will keep any child focused and attentive. And most important- it is fun!

Story Builder by Mobile Education Store Story Builder is designed to help children accomplish the followingeducational goals: 1) Improve paragraph formation; 2) Improve integration of ideas; and 3) Improve higherlevel abstractions by inference. Extensive use of audio clips promotes improved auditory processing forspecial needs children with autism spectrum disorders or sensory processing disorders.

Story Pals by Eric Sailers LLC, Whimsical. Enjoyable. Data-driven. Practicing listening and readingcomprehension has never been easier or more exciting than with StoryPals. StoryPals is a storycomprehension app for iPad that features fun, original stories with unique characters, colorful, modernartwork and interactive illustrations. Best of all, it collects and saves student scores automatically so trackingstudent progress is simple.

Zanny - Born to Run “Zanny, Born to Run” is part of the very first book series ever written expressly FORchildren with special needs. We know that not all kids are the same, so each book address a differentsymptom, not a disorder. This way, stories can benefit “typical” children who might have difficulties in onearea while also helping kids diagnosed with learning disabilities.

Additional Resources for Special Needs:

For more information about apps and special needs, please visit: App Resources for Special Needs byEric Sailers of Speech-Language Pathology SharingA4CWSN - Apps for Children With Special NeedsFor a freeware application that offers visual supports to help children, visit Picto Selector by Martijnvan der Kooij.Guest Post by Shannon Rosa: Characteristics of Great Apps for Kids With Autism


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Our interview with Craig from Autism HangoutAutism Apps Reviewed by Autism EpicenterCindy Meester’s Blog (SLP Resources)Loud Mommy’s Blog – Support for mothers of children with autismList of 40 apps for the Learning Disabled from Match-a-CollegeThe Ultimate Guide to Assistive Technology in Special Education, by Joan L. Green, M.A. CCC-SLPAutism Classroom

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Bridget Bailey July 23, 2010 at 3:34 am

I have a blog also just for infants/toddlers with special needs using an iPad.http://babieswithipads.blogspot.com/

Dana Clerkin October 1, 2010 at 4:48 pm

I’d also like to recommend a new children’s app for special needs children based on the Peepers’concept book “I Say…You Say…- A Zany Peep at Opposites.” This book has been used by teachers ofautism who have found it effective because of its lyrical rhymes, repetition and engaging design. Thechildren’s voices on the app are clear and endearing and children can identify with the many positivequalities of the Peepers’ personalities. Developed by Once Upon an App and released September 27th.

pragmatic mom October 1, 2010 at 10:46 pm

This is an awesome list. I was wondering if I could repost on my site, linking to you and crediting you,of course.

I love your blog and you are on my blogroll!

Lisa Hamm October 9, 2010 at 12:20 am

Check out the IPAD app for augmentative communication….the app is called Proloquo2Go….it’s thebomb!

Luis Perez November 6, 2010 at 6:41 pm

I maintain a wiki with an extensive app list, tutorials, and reviews athttp://mobilelearning4specialneeds.wikispaces.com.


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Lorianne November 20, 2010 at 12:42 pm

If anyone is looking for ideas for a new app, An app that would allow students with dysgraphia to dotheir math class work , show their work and print or email it to the teacher is desperately needed. Theidev apps are great to teach the math sequence, but There is no way to save completed problems. Alsofor the times when a teacher wants to know if the student grasps the process, it gives too much help.There are virtually no options for kids who can,t write or line up numbers.ThxLorianne

Pamela December 19, 2010 at 6:27 am

Hi Lorraine,

Just wanted to let you know that we went LIVE(!) tonight with our first app book/game for specialneeds kids, “Zanny, Born to Run”. This book deals with hyperactivity and impulsivity and employsreally cool special effects like moving with gravity, touch-activated sound and movement features andanimation.

Our next app book “Little Lilly’s Touch Book”, about tactile sensory avoidance, should be out soon(ish)too. More books to come.

If any of you know people in the Autism and special needs community whom you think we shouldcontact about our app, please let us know. We are so excited about Zanny and can’t wait to show himoff. Working on a promo code giveaway in the near future.

Also, if any our fellow Moms With Apps friends happen to check it out, please let us know what youthink. We love feedback

Thanks for all of the support!

Pamela

Jeremy Brown January 7, 2011 at 4:36 am

If you are on Facebook, join the iTeach Special Education – iDevices in Special Education group!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_122716487786903

Jason's Mom January 17, 2011 at 4:50 am

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/choiceboard-maker/id414362446?mt=8Check out this app for creating customized choice boards for kids with different levels of visual andcognitive clarity. It is free!


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Disabled Living January 27, 2011 at 12:00 am

I just discovered your website I and I must say that I am truly impressed with the wide selection of appsyou have assembled here. It’s great that people with special needs have all of the this great stuff to teachand entertain them.

ASDMumOz February 10, 2011 at 5:38 am

Help needed for all parents not just special needs! An app to restrict access to apps or better still screenpages on the Ipad. Mum with Apps is a great source for me, a mum of three year old ASD son. We havelots of the apps recommended but we also have game apps both of which have enabled us to live a muchless stressful life at home and out. But we are struggling to teach our little one different times for“therapy” and “fun” apps. At the moment all I can do is seperate on different pages it’s just not enoughcontrol of what is a great tool for special needs kids and families.

K Cloud March 9, 2011 at 3:52 pm

Are any of your members devoloping apps to use on the Samsung Galaxy Tablet? Specifically thoseinvolved in communication like Iconverse, My Choices, First-Then. I have these on my Iphone and theyhave been wonderful for my nonverbal son. But the size of the Galaxy would suit our needs better thanan Ipad. But there is NOThing out there for these kids yet.

Bruce March 15, 2011 at 2:39 am

Just got an I PAD for my 10 year old son. He is non verbal with a dual diagnosis of Down Syndromeand ASD. I would welcome any advice on APPS to help him with his speech needs. His previous Aug.Com. device (LEO) was to cumbersome and restictive. Thanks for any input. Bruce

Will Kantz March 15, 2011 at 7:23 pm

We just released an ipad app inspired by “Willson” our son with autism. I just sent those to you usingthe “Leave a Comment” spot as a pdf. If their is a prefered method, please reply.

Thanks,Will Kantz

John March 16, 2011 at 10:05 am

Thanks, you have a great blog here! I’m definitely going to bookmark you!

I found a Autism App site. It pretty much covers tech. related topic.


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Come and check it out if you get time.

Cristen Reat March 20, 2011 at 8:59 pm

As a mother of a 7 year-old son with Down syndrome, I had tried for nearly 2 years to find a computermouse my son Vincent could control. He has very poor fine motor skills, so I knew when the iPad wasreleased, he would finally have the control we sought. My next challenge was to find apps that areappropriate and motivating for him. An informal group of parents, therapists, and teachers startedmeeting to discuss favorite apps for our special needs children and SNApps4Kids was born. We createda website to share what we are learning with parents and those who work with children with specialneeds. Please visit our site http://www.SNApps4Kids.com to share ideas and success stories with us!

Scott March 21, 2011 at 5:42 pm

Our son is 18 years old. He is autistic and has serious issues with regard to aggression. He spent over ayear at a leading treatment facility that resulted in a comprehensive behavior plan. Part of that behaviorplan involves functional communication that includes a choice board that uses pictures to indicate whatactivities are available and which are not. The communication board is half red (unavailable) and halfgreen (available). Picture cards are moved from side to side to indicate what he can and cannot chosefrom. In addition there are different boards for every type of activity interval i.e. arts and music, gamesand entertainment, gym, chores, etc. I am interested in knowing if anyone knows of an app that wouldfacilitate such a communication system on an ipad or other tablet pc. While we are fairly tech savvy butwe are brand new to the world of ipads and apps. Our purchase of an ipad will depend on whether or notthere is an app out there that can do what we need it to do. I would appreciate any advice anyone cangive. There is so much information out there, I am just looking for some solid direction.

Erwin vd Hout March 29, 2011 at 2:22 pm

Hi,I would like to draw attention to our new app, called iPicto, for iPhone and iPod(since this week: also available the iPad app version).This app is designed to guide people with a (mental) disability, with or withoutdementia/alzheimer, asperger, autism and / or a disorder in communication.

This new app iPicto is also a very good tool in learning a way of communication,

for example speech difficulties.

I refer you for further information, visit the App Store.

See for it: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ipicto/id423225072?mt=8&ls=1andhttp://ipicto.applereports.com/iPicto/Welkom.html

Thank you for attention,


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Sincerely,

Erwin van den HoutThe Netherlands

Wayne Allen Bateman July 6, 2011 at 8:02 am

Please permit me to introduce you to a new children’s educational game for the iPad and iPhone:http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/counting-beads/id441820190?mt=8&ls=1#

Counting Beads is a totally fun way for children to learn numbers and letters of the alphabet. Thenumbers (or letters) appear as colored beads that you connect by dragging each bead into its next highernumbered bead. As you connect the beads in numbered order, you create a chain that follows the leadbead as you drag. This teaches the numbers visually. You can also move the bead chain by holding thedevice face-up parallel to the floor and tilting it slightly to let gravity roll the leading bead downhill.Even older folks can have fun with this amusing simple game.

A brief demo video of this app is available on UTube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GwIbIZOQu0

Jane August 10, 2011 at 8:35 pm

Excellent list–thanks for making so many of us aware of this

Traci Garceau August 27, 2011 at 4:30 pm

This is a wonderful list . Thank you so much for sharing.

Benster October 6, 2011 at 7:48 am

Hi,

How can I get my app listed here?There are more videos athttp://www.facebook.com/pages/PictureCanTalk/150663874999091

Missy Olive October 30, 2011 at 7:43 am

Hi,I just found your blog. Thanks for this great list!

Lynn Gallant November 22, 2011 at 6:44 pm


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Where can I find apps for augmentative communication in French?

E vdhout December 9, 2011 at 9:08 am

Hi,I would like to draw attention to our new app, called iPicto, foriPhone, iPod Touch

and iPad.This app is designed to guide people with a (mental) disability, withor withoutdementia/alzheimer, asperger, autism and / or a disorder incommunication.

This new app iPicto is also a very good tool in learning a way ofcommunication,

for example speech difficulties.

I refer you for further information, visit the App Store.

See for it:http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ipicto/id423225072?mt=8&ls=1andhttp://ipicto.applereports.com/iPicto/Welkom.html

Thank you for attention,

Sincerely,

Erwin van den HoutThe Netherlands

Barbara January 13, 2012 at 10:48 am

This is for Lynn Gallant. Check out Alexia.com . It’s all in French. Also, Expressive.com,taptotalk.com, and tapspeak.com are all custom createable. In other words, you can change text andvoice (also pictures) to your satisfaction.

Benster January 21, 2012 at 3:58 pm

Hi Lorraine,

Here you go.

PictureCanTalk (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/picturecantalk/id434989881?mt=8) by BensterTan(http://www.facebook.com/pages/PictureCanTalk/150663874999091) (See Demo Video(http://t.co


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/MMhg9Bt6)) PictureCanTalk helps individuals face with speech challenges to communicate their needswith the use of pictures. You could use it as a PECS or AAC tool. It is designed taking intoconsiderations motor skills level, cognitive level to incorporate customizable picture sizes, number ofsyllabus in communication strip, tap or drag n drop gesture, recorded and synthesized voices (i.e.currently supports English, Danish, Finnish, Spanish, Swedish, French, Italian, German and ChineseSimplified. No internet connection is required), edit/list modes, hiding buttons to prevent usersaccidentally moving to other screen while they try to express their needs. It also has image editingcapabilities to help caregivers cut the right picture for their loved ones. There is also text to imagefeature where caregivers can type text and save as image for end users communication needs. The entiresetup and configuration can be backup. It can then be shared with multiple devices and end users.There are a lot more! All carefully thought out that will help special needs children and adults tocommunicate.

Developers please note,Drop me an email to include your app in the list. Please use the format as i did for mine (i.e. as above).We will help compile and get them listed.

Important Note:Not all apps submitted will get listed. The app must be designed specifically for special needs. It willhelp if you can indicate specific special needs area the app works on (e.g. picture scheduling, aac,signing, etc.)

Moms With Apps January 21, 2012 at 9:23 pm

Thanks all. Please leave your comments of latest special needs apps, and as soon as I can get a volunteerto recompile the page I’ll post a new list. –Lorraine

virginia January 23, 2012 at 6:36 pm

I am looking for an APP for language delays receptive for a 9 year old. any advise. thanks

Robert February 23, 2012 at 7:47 pm

Try U-Sync Video Scheduler! It’s the new visual scheduling app for kids with autism that you controlfrom the Internet! Very cool… And made by BGSU!

Katie March 15, 2012 at 1:24 pm

We love Squiggles! Pictures come to life with Squiggles!, a revolutionary new educational drawing appfor for toddlers and it’s FREE.itunes:http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/squiggles%21/id498599631?ls=1&mt=8


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Jill Eversmann March 21, 2012 at 6:01 am

Can you suggest apps appropriate for a 2 year old with Autism that are compatible with the Kindle Fire?Thanks!

Grandma March 29, 2012 at 6:47 am

Hi, I have a granddaughter she is three years old with special needs, diagnosed with low muscle tone,she can not talk. She try’s so hard but I am trying to find something I can teach her to communicate withme, I try sign language, she understands but because of her motor skills she isn’t able to sign back.Please advice. I am new to this.

Kathy Marsh April 18, 2012 at 9:37 am

I agree with Lorianne. I am having the same frustrations finding any tech help for students who can’twrite. I have a MS student with little dexterity in his hands and we can’t find any program that allowshim to create math assignments like peers, to complete and turn in. Has anyone found a solution?

Dayna Cipolla-Jetton April 27, 2012 at 2:39 pm

Hi,I am a clinical psychologist and I recently developed two apps for kids with high functioning autism.Four years of research went into the development of these apps to improve kids social skills. They arescientifically tested and had fantastic results. Kids improved in ALL 7 areas of social skills and ALL 4areas of problem behaviors. I created them in a story book format. They are completely interactive andhave cute audio and animation. Please check them out on itunes. They are for the ipad. “Playing Gamesis Fun” and “I am a Nice Person”. My websites is youmedrd.com/ I’ve gotten a great response so farfrom schools and indv but I am doing all my own advertising. So please pass this info along. Thanks!Dr. D

JD April 27, 2012 at 8:39 pm

I’ve created a new, simple AAC app that you might consider adding to your list. Currently 150 wordsplus all letters and numbers. I’d like to add more words/phrases based on user feedback.https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.AAC1&feature=nav_result

Susan Bride April 30, 2012 at 5:25 pm

I have an adult son with Fragile X and am looking for apps/ software or non computer solutions to teachhim reading. He is now able to concentrate more and is showing an interest in being able to read. All theprograms I have come across are aimed at children. I wondered if anyone had suggestions for special


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needs adult literacy?

ally May 9, 2012 at 5:34 am

Sometimes I just come across something that works and is not frustrating for my son. He love paintblaster. It make him happy which makes me happy. I think we may be learning colors. It is a bit tooearly to tell.

Christine May 23, 2012 at 12:54 pm

Hey all! The link below is for a Speech Therapy iPad app! Great reviews and is rated #15 in medicalapps, currently. Check it out, and hope it can help you or someone you know out.http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/speech-therapy-for-apraxia/id512647583?mt=8

Gordon Harris May 23, 2012 at 5:05 pm

Would you please consider reviewing and/or adding TalkTablet to you list of AAC Apps for iPad ?

TalkTablet was recently reviews by Dr. Robin Martin from “Technology for Special Education” and thereview is available at… http://ow.ly/b5qqB

TalkTablet is available in over 15 languages and is nearly half the price of Proloquo2go and TouchChat.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 360-715-8580.

Thank you!!!

Brenda Lee Cosse' July 2, 2012 at 3:24 pm

Hi5! Thanks for considering Parents with Special Needs. Our kids enjoy apps, too! Sharing with#EnjoyHi5Autism networks, including https://www.facebook.com/EnjoyHi5Autism. Is this specificmomswithapps post (Special Needs Apps) on Pinterest? Would like to pin it on http://pinterest.com/EnjoyHi5Autism/ .

lucy July 14, 2012 at 9:41 am

hi alli wanted to share with you a great ipad home button protection cover that i’ve got for my ipad i use withmy son – it takes his focus away from pressing the home button while we are in an app.its from http://www.bubcaps.co.uk but i know they are available in the USA as it looks like that is wherethey are madeLucy xxx


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RHoltslander July 18, 2012 at 12:20 pm

Are you aware of an app that helps kids/adults with autism and other kinds of pervasive developmentdisorders, to deal with visits to the doctor or dentist? Something that will help them prepare them for theexperience so there is less need for total anesthetic. Let me know if you do, I’d really appreciate it.Reade

kim marino July 18, 2012 at 4:01 pm

Please let me know if you would be interested in giving away my app on your site. Play 2 Learn can befound on the itunes store. You can check it out on my blog: http://www.thespeechmama.com and onitunes. If you are interested…please let me know…and I would be happy to send you the code…to giveaway for free to whomever you would like!!best,Kim

Sherol July 18, 2012 at 4:19 pm

I am looking for apps for 1st year of college. Something that might help him take notes Thanks for anysuggestion

David August 13, 2012 at 12:01 am

Hi,I just came out with an app for my cousin who has cerebral palsy. Its called PicWords, and you cancheck it out here http://www.regionappsllc.com/products/Its used for communication, and is set up to be used as a PECS/AAC tool. It works well for him becauseall the buttons are customizable so you can take actual pictures and record custom audio. Also, we madeall the buttons large and across the bottom to make it easier to navigate than a screen filled with manysmaller buttons. If anyone tries it and wants to suggest other app ideas or suggest improvements forPicWords let us know.

Dave Howard August 17, 2012 at 10:08 am

Does anyone have any apps that they can recommend to me for a non-verbal children? I have beingusing Speech Button and really like and am finding the iPad a great resources for my daughter – butwould like to add others. Suggestions?Here is the link to Speech Button if you’re interested http://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/speech-button/id497365812?mt=8

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CareCircles is a new family application, powered by SAP HANA, that helps people lead better lives. Ithas been transformed into a private social network that allows care providers of people with specialneeds to create a Personalized Care Plan based on the best strategies from experts, therapists, and othercaregivers around the world. A Circle is a private social network only available to those invited intothem. Each Circle has three elements: a Journal, a customized care Plan, and a Team of caregivers.

Mayuir September 25, 2012 at 12:37 pm

iSpotPro Themed Edition is a “spot the difference” type of game, but with beautifully-crafted graphics,which are easy on the eye and engaging, for kids and adults alike. It provides a means of exercising andstrengthening brain functions, and trains your visual memory and pattern recognition skills!

Demo video trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uu1cTpb8iWQ

Fraser Shein September 26, 2012 at 12:02 pm

Quillsoft Ltd. (Toronto, ON) announces the availability of iWordQ App for the Apple iPad. iWordQ isan easy-to-use App to assist struggling writers and readers of all ages, including those who havelearning difficulties, such as Dyslexia, or who are learning English as a second language.

iWordQ is based on Quillsoft’s successful WordQ software which is used by over a million users acrossthe US and Canada. A simple text editor is used for writing with embedded word prediction,abbreviation-expansion and text-to-speech. Multiple ways of reading your text with speech are included.Spell-check and dictionary access is included. You can also use speech recognition with an iPad 3.

A unique reading mode text shows your text in a more visually pleasing manner to improve readability.This is used for proofreading, reading to learn, silent reading, reading aloud, and casualreading/listening. A novel text chunking method (patent-pending) can be selected to enhancecomprehension and readability of text to allow you to focus on one text chunk at a time.

“The advanced proof-reading features make editing so much easier. I have used it for editing my ownwork and appreciate the pauses that are interjected at the end of each chunk or segment. This allows meto stop and think about what I have written before moving on to the next chunk or segment. This is agreat feature for all students, but especially for those who process information slowly or for those whohave difficulty with reading comprehension.”- Dana Sahian, Speech Language Pathologist, http://www.sLp4aLL.com

iWordQ is priced at $24.99 USD at the Apple App Store with educational discounts available.

For further information please visit the App Store, contact [email protected], or viewhttp://www.goQsoftware.com.

Thank you for taking the time to read this announcement. Please pass on to anyone who you feel maybenefit from this software.

Sharon October 3, 2012 at 1:49 am


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My sister loves PlayTales, which is an interactive app for kids to read. and it’s different from any otherebook, because my sister also learn another new language since there are 8 different language choices.When we go for a trip, she just made it auto-play, which is convenient. here’s the link:http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/playtales-gold-bookstore-where/id533771363?mt=8

Hope October 29, 2012 at 10:14 pm

Hello just happened to ding this page really useful apps I was wondering if you guys no where I canfind some apps of speech theraphy in Spanish?

Moms With Apps October 30, 2012 at 4:25 pm

Hi Hope: Try Speech With Milo (http://www.speechwithmilo.com) I believe they have spanish versionsof their speech therapy apps.

Kathy from Maine December 11, 2012 at 5:36 am

I’m wondering if you could help me or point me in the right direction. I have an adult sister (she’s 63now) who has special needs. She was born hydrocephalic and currently lives in a group home inMichigan.

I’m planning on getting both of us an iPad for Christmas so that we can video chat (or whatever you callit). I’ve just started doing some inital research into apps that might help keep her mind active.

Any thoughts on apps for special-needs adults?

Moms With Apps December 11, 2012 at 8:51 am

I recommend going to techninspecialed.com and/or their facebook page to ask the question to Siva’scommunity. He has built a large and diverse following where questions like this would be graciouslyand informatively answered. –Lorraine

Monica December 12, 2012 at 3:37 am

I am wondering if anyone has an app resource list for a Kindle Fire. I am looking mostly foraugmentative communication, matching, sequencing, and visual schedules.

Amber Steenbock December 14, 2012 at 4:47 pm

http://rjcooper.com/This company has an absolute passion for making technology accessible for children and adults of allabilities. There is a large selection of hardware and software, and the customer service is unparalleled. I


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know because I was a customer before becoming a public relations representative, which I do becauseother people need to know that there are options.

Everything from augmentative communication devices to arms for attaching an iPad or other tablet to awheelchair or hospital bed rail to educational software, Ipad apps, for the learning disabled. There isalso quite a collection of freebies.

Everything on the website opens up worlds for otherwise isolated people, gives them a voice, and letsthem know they matter.

And we know that if you help us spread the word, many more opportunities will be presented.

Raj Rajkarne December 30, 2012 at 3:11 pm

I have an adult son with learning disability. He has gone through local schools and has graduated fromhigh school. I just purchased an IPAD and would like to know any IPAD applications that he can use tolearn to better communicate.Any suggestions?

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How long did it take u to compose “Apps for Special Needs – momswithapps.com”? It carries a bunch of fine info. Appreciate it ,Gertrude

Laura January 24, 2013 at 11:50 am

We are transitioning from our pecs book to using the iPad and it has been difficult for me to find appsthat are similar enough to make the transition easier. I paid sixty dollars for an app that is too advancedfor him. I wish I would have seen your blog first. Thank you for putting in the effort to help out parents!Truly, thank you it helped me, a busy working single mother of a severely mentally disabled and autisticbeautiful 8 year old boy.


So glad you found the post useful. Thanks for your comment!

Victoria March 10, 2013 at 9:04 pm

Hello. I am looking for an app that encompasses everything from tracking hours worked from providers,the service they provided ie: Respite, Habilitation and Attended Care done in home and at a centerbased facility.Goals that were worked on and to track progress for each goal.A diary of what the client did, how well and charts to track the progress/regression in each therapy and


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goal.Each integrated with another.I already have the spread sheets, but having this app on an ipad for everyone in the clients circle wouldbe wonderful.Along with all the information pertaining to that child.All the information for the doctors, therapists names addresses, when appointments were, ect….Parents have a hard enough time remembering everything for their child to share with each therapist,teacher, provider. This would be a “one shop place” that data can be shared by all in one location. Isthere such a thing???

I have found some apps, but not ones that I exactly am looking for. But done that specifically fit myneeds.

rebecca lustig March 18, 2013 at 9:44 am

My name is Rebecca Lustig and I work for a nonprofit organization in Philadelphia, PA (The PhillyFriendship Circle) that provides social opportunities for children, teens and young adults with specialneeds by pairing them with teen volunteers.

On April 7th, we’re having an event that focuses on jobs and businesses that somehow benefit thespecial needs community, even if it’s indirectly. Many of our teen volunteers, as they consider theirfuture, ask about ways they can help through their profession. Do any of your referred app developersreside in the Philly area? If so, think it would be really meaningful if a representative could speak to ourteens. Would this be possible?

Thank you so much!Rebecca

mark April 17, 2013 at 11:08 am

My son has loved the Autism myVoice communicator android app for an AAC device. It’s only $2.99and is available on Google Play for android. I also have it on my kindle Fire from amazon. Great choicefor helping communicate with family. Child taps and app speaks!

Google Play link: http://bit.ly/ZgWCk4Amazon link: http://amzn.to/113jm5W

Valerie Carter May 1, 2013 at 10:02 am

Check out: Sign Me A Story. Free through iTunes/App Store. Teaches sign language in an animatedstory format. Features pop-up videos demonstrating the apps by my talented daughter with specialneeds. Fun and educational! 53 five star reviews!

Apple Link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/signmeastory/id628136371?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4


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Anna June 26, 2013 at 12:01 pm

Please don’t forget about us Windows users. My husband is a software developer and has createdseveral cross-platform apps. His latest (I will link it here when published) is a visual schedule app thatwill allow the user to take their own pics or select from a list of photos/clip art to use for their schedule.We will be trying it out on vacation with our 5yo Aspergers son.

I’d love to see more autism specific apps being developed for Windows Phone users. It’s an overlookedmarket with a lot of potential.

Ruby July 14, 2013 at 3:07 pm

Cool good work!

Linda July 23, 2013 at 12:40 pm

My son has CP and has motor skills like those of a 4 month old baby. We are not certain where he iscognitively, but he does enjoy making things happen on my touch screen phone, so I want to get him atablet. What tablet would be able to be the most versatile in terms of being compatible with the majorityof special needs apps?

How important is it that it can play Flash – I was just reading that the IPad doesn’t play flash, but theGalaxy does? Is that still true?

Thanks for any help! I’m pretty computer-illiterate, and totally tablet-app-new stuff -illiterate

Linda

Jane Fitzgerald August 24, 2013 at 4:01 am

I recently downloaded a terrific app, recommended to me by my daughter’s daycare center, called “iOTScreener”. After entering your child’s age and answering a series of simple yes/no questions, the apptells you what percentage of age appropriate developmental milestones are being met. The best thingabout the app is that it looks at each developmental area separately (vision, speech, movement,cognition, etc.) and gives you the information. I thnk this app can be very useful to parents.

- Jane Fitzgerald

Bill November 20, 2013 at 8:23 am

MonkeyWord works really well. My 9 yr old son with DS will play it all on his own. Bill


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Lisa January 21, 2014 at 2:22 am

Hello Lorianne and Kathy Marsh-I was wondering if you had any success in identifying an app that would help students with dexteritychallenges create, complete, and save math problems? I have a 4th grade student with cerebral palsywho is currently in need of one to one assistance in order to complete all math computation. Anyassistance would be greatly appreciated.Thank you!Lisa


Dexteria Jr. handles language arts but not math. I really like the developer though, he may have somethoughts: http://dexteria.net.

Howard Hirshfield April 5, 2014 at 10:49 pm

What a fantastic app post. Some app is very important for us to work easily. I’m trying to find apps thatcan help me to learn new language. Thanks!

Simon April 30, 2014 at 7:20 am

Hey, it’s a great list of apps! Have you considered giving Dromnibus.com a shot? We createdcomprehensive tool to support therapy of children with various development and behavioral disorders,such as down syndrome too. Each of our games is focused on one particular skill and allows to trackchild’s progress. Feel free to visit our website or tweet us – we’ll gladly answer any question

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