# Emergency Chat

> Text-based communication app for situations where speech is impossible. (iPhone/iPad app by Leonard Elezi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emergency-chat/id1024194363 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Leonard Elezi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1024194362)
- Category: Utilities, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 87 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-08-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emergency-chat/id1024194363/reviews.md

## What is Emergency Chat?

Emergency chat can be used in any situation where speech is impossible but communication is still necessary.

The splash screen has a base text that explains to the person you gave your phone to that you can't use speech and want to use this app to communicate. The default text is aimed at people experiencing an autistic meltdown, where their speech centres stay non-functional for a while even after they've recovered.
Both the title and text can be adjusted in the settings screen to be whatever you want the person you give your phone to know.

You can then continue to the next screen which has a simple chat client.

## Key features

- Speech-free communication
- Customizable splash screen
- Pre-written explanation for non-verbal users
- Simple chat interface
- Adjustable title and text

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emergency-chat/id1024194363/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Terrible app colors changes

*2025-06-19, version 1.0*

For whatever reason the app colors are now this very bright green on white which is hard to read. I initially thought it could have been a bug, and perhaps it still is because no one is that dumb, I tried deleting and reinstalling the app which didn’t solve the problem.

### 4/5 — Good app, does need a speech option though

*2021-06-02, version 1.0*

I really like this app! Though i do think it needs to be like iMessage in the fact that it should be different colors that stay the same based on who’s typing. Also I do age with the person who says the app needs a speech option because what if you are communicating with someone who can’t see well? It might benefit both the people are communicating because the person who’s nonverbal can let people know by having the app speak for them, and other people can listen to it.

### 4/5 — Super helpful

*2021-01-07, version 1.0*

I got the app about a month ago and had to use it for the first time today- It’s always frustrating to not be able to communicate properly in times of high anxiety but this helped me get what I needed across without having to play 20 questions with my family, which often just causes MORE stress. 

I would love it if there was a “voice box” or “sound board” with common phrases or a text to speech option because I often don’t feel comfortable handing my phone to other people. Those options would be super nice, though I know text to speech is hard to fully set up, especially if you want to give voice options.

### 5/5 — Love this App, and I have a Suggestion

*2020-10-23, version 1.0*

This app is sooo helpful! I recommend that yall add a more pastel color for the chat though so it can be more soothing for a meltdown 😊

### 5/5 — Very Handy

*2020-06-22, version 1.0*

Just found this app, it’s very cool that it has a customizable message for your own situation!

I do think it would be helpful if there can be an option for the app to text/alert certain individuals in your contacts, with a premade, customizable message to inform them that a situation is happening. 

I suffer from extremely intense anxiety attacks, where it can be difficult to even navigate my phone, let alone texting a loved one that I need help. This could be useful in cases of bad allergic reactions, or asthma too :0

### 4/5 — Great! But one issue

*2020-01-10, version 1.0*

I love this app!
I have autism and have the problem of not being able to communicate so it’s a saviour for me when I have a mental shut down.
Though I have one issue, I need to use the huge text as my mum as cataracts, but when I do that the starting message appears way too big and goes off the screen.
Could you please fix that? It’s becoming rather annoying

### 5/5 — Simple but effective

*2020-01-02, version 1.0*

Would like the option to save chats

### 5/5 — EMERGENCY SERVICE

*2019-11-20, version 1.0*

Thank you for creating this app. I work as an aerial paramedic and a lifeguard in Australia, and I have used this app several times to communicate with patients and bystanders at scenes, especially patients in shock.

It’s especially helpful when dealing with patients or bystanders that suffer from autism, or children who simply cannot handle everything going on around them. With all the stimulus, especially around an emergency scene, it can stress even some of the best crew we have so you can imagine how it must feel for those with very sensitive nodes.

Even dealing with patients who cannot communicate due to medical infringement, such as someone having an allergic reaction may not be able to speak but can tell us what is wrong right in the moment; so we don’t waste time going through our checklists.

Thank you for making this app. It has aided in saving lives multiple times.

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2019-11-14, version 1.0*

This is soso important and very well made. Thank you so much for providing resources for those who struggle with this. I suffer from deep trauma based PTSD and anxiety and unfortunately my mind shuts down at random moments. Communicating this before was through my notes or on a piece of paper and very confusing for the other party so thank you so much for making this app

### 5/5 — Thank you!

*2019-10-20, version 1.0*

I just found this app and it makes me soooo happy! I am autistic and have really bad anxiety that makes me really depressed I was told it was something like situational anxiety and I have situational depression great right well when I have panic attacks or as I call them shut downs I first try to hide that my eyes are watering up like I’m gonna cry then I cry put my head down and become non verbal and don’t move I try and talk but my body doesn’t let me so it’s hard when it happens at school my girlfriend and friends get me through it though but it takes a long time about 30 minutes to a hour usually and one of my teachers thinks I’m sleeping when it happens and starts to try and shake me which makes it worse and I have explained to her what happens so it prevents me from doing my work which is not good and I think this app will help improve my communication when it happens and help me through it thank you for making a app that will help be thorough it thank you again!

## Frequently asked questions about Emergency Chat

### What is Emergency Chat used for?

Emergency Chat is designed for situations where you cannot speak but still need to communicate. It provides a text-based interface to convey messages to others when verbal communication is impossible.

### Can I customize the messages?

Yes, both the title and the base text displayed on the splash screen can be adjusted in the settings. This allows you to personalize the explanation for the person you are communicating with.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free and does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is beneficial for individuals experiencing temporary speech loss, such as during an autistic meltdown, or for anyone who finds themselves in a situation where speaking is not an option but communication is essential.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2015-08-06

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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