Inclusive Public Spaces for Every Citizen
True accessibility goes beyond ramps. We help city officials create public spaces where everyone belongs through strategic communication accessibility.
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Accessibility Beyond Ramps
Public spaces are for everyone. Just as your city provides ramps for physical accessibility, we help you provide communication accessibility so every individual can feel they truly belong.
Essential Community Impact
Inclusion
Enabling children to connect and interact with peers on the playground through shared symbols.
Awareness
Promoting public awareness of speech-language services and special education support.
Learning
Facilitating the learning of new vocabulary and reading for children throughout the community.
Universality
Providing a form of dialogue for those with Autism, Apraxia, or verbal challenges.
Where Are the Boards Needed?
Communication should happen everywhere. We help you identify the locations within your city that would benefit most from inclusive displays.
Playgrounds
Social Play SymbolsWaterparks
"Swim" & Safety TermsSplash Pads
Contextual Water PlayMuseums
Educational VocabularyPublic Parks
Universal InteractionAll Children Have A Right To Communication Access.
Public Communication Displays Can Help Achieve This Goal.
Communication
Effective communication is the cornerstone of community engagement. Our community-based boards are designed to empower every individual with the ability to express themselves, regardless of their verbal abilities or linguistic background.
Belonging
Creating a sense of belonging is at the heart of our initiatives. We strive to ensure that everyone feels included and valued in their community. Our boards are a symbol of inclusivity, designed to reflect the diversity of the communities they serve.
Access
Access to communication is a fundamental right, not a privilege. These boards are strategically placed in community spaces to be easily accessible physically and cognitively, ensuring that individuals of all ages and abilities can use them effectively.
Our Simple Implementation Process
Identify Locations
Select the public parks, splash pads, or city areas that benefit most from inclusive displays.
Select & Quote
Identify the most appropriate boards for your site and receive a customized city quote.
Order & Logo
Place your order and submit your city logo for seamless customization.
Design Proof
Review and approve the design proof created by our multidisciplinary team.
Production
Once approved, your boards are printed and shipped ready for city installation.
City Playground Communication Board
Our flagship community solution designed specifically for municipal parks and public recreation areas. This board facilitates expressive dialogue and ensures every child can engage with their peers and surroundings.
- Contextually relevant vocabulary for outdoor social play
- Durable, weather-resistant materials for permanent installation
- Customizable with city logos and specific park titles
- Includes QR code access to the Expressive GO! speech app
Zoo Playground Communication Board
Enhance your zoo's educational mission by giving every visitor a voice. This specialized board features vocabulary tailored to animal exploration and discovery, ensuring individuals with communication challenges can participate fully in the zoo experience.
- Zoo-specific vocabulary designed by Speech-Language Pathologists
- Durable, weather-resistant materials for heavy outdoor traffic
- Customizable with zoo branding and exhibit-specific titles
- Built-in QR code links to the free Expressive GO! speech app
Waterpark & Splash Pad Board
Bring communication accessibility to your aquatic facilities. Our water-themed boards provide essential vocabulary for splash pads and waterparks, ensuring safety and social interaction are inclusive for every visitor.
- Marine-grade Aluminum construction for wet environments
- Specialized vocabulary: "Swim," "Slide," "Life Jacket," and "Lifeguard"
- High-contrast symbols for clear visibility in bright sunlight
- UV-resistant ink prevents fading and abrasion
Inclusive City Library Board
Support literacy and book exploration for all patrons. Our library boards are designed to facilitate communication between staff and visitors, providing a reliable way for neurodiverse individuals to express needs and explore your collection.
- Library-centric vocabulary: "Read," "Borrow," "Book," and "Help"
- Strategic symbol layout created by speech-language experts
- Durable design suitable for indoor high-traffic placement
- Integrated QR code leads to the Expressive GO! speech generating app
The Perfect Mix of PR and Inclusion
Installing communication boards is more than an accessibility upgrade; it is a visual statement of your city's values. These projects generate community respect and significant positive publicity that extends far beyond your city limits.
Community Spotlight
"An incredible moment for our city! This project proves that when we prioritize inclusion, every citizen wins."
From viral social media shares to local news features, be ready to see your municipality recognized as a leader in creating spaces where everyone belongs.
Pediatric Clinic & Hospital Board
Improve patient outcomes by reducing anxiety and communication barriers in medical settings. Our clinical boards allow children and non-verbal patients to express symptoms, pain levels, and needs clearly to healthcare providers.
- Medical-grade visual support designed by speech-language pathologists
- Comprehensive vocabulary for expressing needs, feelings, and symptoms
- Supports patients with Autism, Apraxia, or multiple disabilities
- Essential for therapy centers, hospitals, and pediatric offices
Baseball Practice Communication Board
Bring inclusive communication to the diamond. This specialized board provides the essential athletic vocabulary needed for players to participate fully in practice drills and team interactions.
- Specialized sports vocabulary for inclusive practice sessions
- Strategic symbol layout to facilitate quick play-based dialogue
- Weather-resistant construction for permanent field installation
- QR code access to digital replicas for coaches and staff
Baseball A-Frame Communication Board
Take inclusive communication from the dugout to the diamond. This portable double-sided A-Frame features specialized baseball terminology and a detailed field diagram, empowering players of all abilities to understand positioning and play-calling in real-time.
- Portable double-sided design for use in dugouts or on-field coaching
- Specialized baseball field diagram for teaching positioning and plays
- High-durability A-frame stand available in professional white or black finishes
- QR code integration to access digital boards for coaches and parents
Water Play A-Frame Board
Bring communication support exactly where the action is. Our portable A-Frame design is the perfect solution for temporary water play areas, seasonal splash pads, or flexible community events where permanent installation isn't required.
- Double-sided A-Frame design for maximum visibility
- Highly portable and easy to store when not in use
- Specialized water play vocabulary for splash and spray zones
- Weather-hardy construction built to handle wet conditions
Featured Communities, Parks, And Projects
Smarty Symbols creates high-impact communication solutions tailored to the unique environment of every community. From weather-hardy wooden frames to stadium-ready chain-link mounts, our projects are designed for durability and meaningful interaction across diverse public spaces.
Hamilton County Parks & Recreation
Features a robust, low-profile wooden frame designed for park environments and splash pads, with vocabulary tailored to local recreation areas.
Tumbleweed Park
Showcasing a permanent white post system with a clear visual layout, this board exemplifies seamless integration into active community park settings.
Gaby's Grand Slam Stadium
A unique, chain-link fence mounted board featuring a baseball diamond graphic and sports-specific vocabulary for inclusive athletic play.
Veterans Memorial Park
Designed with a patriotic blue and white theme, this board includes a full alphabet and numbers for advanced communication in a memorial setting.
Liberty Street Park
A durable white-framed board strategically placed near athletic courts, built to withstand active play environments with a focus on sports vocabulary.
Dorton Park
Features a warm, rustic dark-wood architectural frame that complements natural park aesthetics, including clear instructions for users.
Phillips Park Recreation
A testament to community partnerships, this board on a classic white post demonstrates city commitment to accessible recreation.
Class 41, Mission, TX
This project showcases a vital bilingual design, offering communication support in both English and Spanish to serve diverse community members.
QR Code on Communication Board Provides Free Download to Speech App Replica
Every communication board from Smarty Symbols comes paired with a complimentary speech-generating app, ensuring that communities and families of all communication abilities have equal access to communication technology tools.
This thoughtful integration normalizes and enhances communication access within educational and public settings, breaking down barriers and fostering an inclusive environment for everyone.
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"Creating a truly accessible space is an ongoing effort. At first we didn't think of ramps, now you can't build a space without them. That's what I want to see for communication accessibility in the near future too."
Barbara Fernandes
CEO, Smarty Symbols
Download Our Detailed Catalog of Communication Boards for Communities
Explore our extensive catalog of communication boards designed for community spaces such as parks, waterparks, zoos, and more. Learn how our customizable solutions can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of your community, ensuring that every visitor, regardless of their communication abilities, can have an enriching and engaging experience.
Download HereBeyond Physical Access: Communication for All
Physical accessibility is only the first step. While ramps ensure all residents can enter a park, communication boards ensure everyone can participate once they arrive.
Our displays align with Universal Design principles, providing cognitive and linguistic support that moves beyond standard requirements to create a truly inclusive municipal environment.
"Offering public spaces in which all individuals are welcomed is part of the ADA law. Your city can lead with communication accessibility."
ADA & Universal Design
The New Frontier of Public Inclusion
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