I have a smoke detector with a strobe light in my apartment now and I promise it works effectively… do not ask me how I know this. It is definitely not because I tend to burn food or do silly things like put wax paper in the oven. Nope, not me! 😉
I’ll be moving across town in a few weeks and when I told my new landlord that I would need a smoke detector with a visual alert, she happily and graciously agreed. I thought I would have to do all the legwork and research and procure the device myself, but she beat me to the punch and got one from the fire department!
I’m thankful to have such a thoughtful landlord but you don’t need a landlord to get a free smoke detector with a strobe light. Simply contact your local fire department and ask about smoke detectors for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Kansas City, KS Fire Department
Overland Park, KS Fire Department
Kansas City, MO Fire Department
HLAA - Kansas City Chapter 
Way to go, Lucy! This is good to know. Let us know if you need any help moving.
how do I get a couple of free smoke detectors
I live in Kimberling city,mo. I am not working, allied for Disablity. Can’t afford to buy any. Low income..no income. How do I get free smoke sectors? Where? Any help is appreciated.
Please contact your local fire department and ask where to get them in your county. Every county or city has different resources. You can also try American Red Cross.
I’m losing my hearing and not eating like I used to at night. I could really use a coupe of the strobe light smoke detectors