Any free or low cost programs for smoke alarms for the deaf?
I have two and half almost three year old twins. I just found out in the last two weeks both of them are deaf. I am not looking for smoke detectors to put in the house. All of the one I have found are horribly expensive. I am a single mom putting my self threw college right now so money is a huge issue. I am in california if there are any state programs. Thanks
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Your kids are too young to understand what a smoke alarm means, or understand evacuation plans, so I would not worry about it just now.
Your responsibility as a mother is to make sure that your babies gets get out of your house in case of a fire. This means making sure that there is always a clear path between your bedroom and your children’s, and to the nearest exit. You can practice evacuations by seeing how quickly you can get out of bed, grab both children, and get to a safe place outside.
If you live in a rental house, your landlord may be required to install flashing alarms in your children’s bedroom.
If you call your neighborhood, fire department and explain to them your situation. I am sure they will point you in the right direction, and you can get one at very little to no cost at all.
Found this site not sure about it there is a number you can call. I am sure about your local fire department helping you though.
http://www.mcdhh.mo.gov/newscenter/mcdhhl/2006/freesmokealarm.htm
My first advice would be too look for some sort of program for the deaf. I don’t know if you could find it on-line or in your local phone book. I live in Indianapolis and we have a #211 number to call as a clearing house # for all needs. Perhaps you have something similar in your area. I would think that California would lead the nation in such resources!
If you go looking, I’m sure you can find the smoke detectors. Plus, you might find many more available resources. If you come up with dead ends, go back to the doctor who pronounced the twins deaf. He/she should be able to help you initiate your search.
God bless you and your babies!
Perhaps U can use some detectors with indicator,I put some model’s web 4u