JAM Card allows people with a learning difficulty, autism or communication barrier to tell others they need ‘Just A Minute’ discreetly and easily.
Those with a communication barrier are often reluctant or unable to tell others about their condition. JAM Card allows this to happen in a simple effective non-verbal manner.
JAM Card was originally developed for those with learning disabilities and difficulties, however it can be used by anyone with a communication barrier, for example, people with Asperger’s or autism or those who have suffered a brain injury and people who otherwise feel self-conscious about their ability to effectively communicate when engaging with others.
JAM Card users present their card letting business and service providers know in a discreet, nonverbal manner that they need a little extra time or patience to complete their activity.
What is JAM Card and who is it for?
The JAM Card© which says ‘Just a minute’ on one side and ‘Please be patient I have a learning difficulty on the other’ allows people to ask for a minute of patience in any situation they need it including in banks, shops, restaurants and public transport. It is also available as an app for smartphones that allows users to select what their screen says from options including ‘I have autism/Asperger’s’ to ‘I have a condition’.
There are 3 message options to choose from on the card:
- Please be patient, I have autism
- Please be patient, I have learning disability/difficulty
- Please be patient, I have a condition
You can customise you card message on the app. Find out more at NOW Group and JAM Card here.
How to get a JAM Card?
There are several different ways to get a JAM Card. You can:
- Ask one of your local BOI branch staff as they are available at every branch or,
- You can order a card direct from the JAM site by clicking here or,
- You can download the app from your app store
