Jakarta, Kartunet.com – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing individuals showcased a variety of unique assistive devices at the Atrium of Pejaten Village Mall, South Jakarta (27/11). Among the five booths exhibiting assistive devices tailored to different types of disabilities, the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing booth particularly captured visitors' attention. Inside, several visually striking assistive devices were on display.
The primary limitation for Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing individuals is typically hearing. Therefore, the extensive use of light becomes an alternative for them to perceive their surroundings and situations.
Visually, Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing individuals typically face no significant issues in telling time. However, when it comes to marking specific times as an alarm, they encounter a new challenge. For this purpose, an alarm clock designed with a siren-shaped light was presented. When the alarm 'rings,' the light flashes very brightly, capable of waking a Deaf person from their sleep.
There was also a doorbell that uses light as a substitute for sound. When the bell is pressed, the light illuminates very brightly, replacing the typical sound of a house doorbell.
A unique communication device was also on display. It resembled a typewriter with two speakers. When one types a word or sentence, what has been written is translated into spoken sound. With this device, Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing individuals can still communicate with people who do not understand sign language. Nevertheless, the booth consistently played videos about sign language as a means of socialization.
These unique devices certainly garnered significant attention from visitors, especially those from the non-disabled community. The display of these assistive devices further proves that, fundamentally, people with disabilities only require supporting facilities to live harmoniously alongside the general public. (RR)