© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology THE WONDERS & RELEVANCE OF ACCESSING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PACER Center Session 4
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 1 Agenda Welcome and Introductions Overview of Assistive Technology (AT) AT for Work and School Hands On Time with AT (if available) Large Group Exercise Funding and Resources
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 2 What Is Assistive Technology? DevicesServices
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 3 Why Use Technology? Greater Independence & Participation Enhanced Learning and Success Increased Self-Esteem
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 4 Overview of Assistive Technology Button Hook Utensil Cuff Daily Living Aids
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 5 Text Telephone (TTY) Clock with Visual Alert Video Magnifier Overview of Assistive Technology Hearing and Vision Technology
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 6 Overview of Assistive Technology Environmental Aids for Daily Living Voice-activated Control System Switch Accessible Control System
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 7 Overview of Assistive Technology Computer Station with Keytray Extension Ergonomic and Architectural Adaptations “ Visitable” Home
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 8 Scooter Power Wheelchair Overview of Assistive Technology Mobility & Positioning
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 9 Overview of Assistive Technology Transportation Adapted VanCustomized Vehicle Controls
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 10 Overview of Assistive Technology Mouse Alternatives Alternative Keyboards Switches Computer Access
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 11 Overview of Assistive Technology Communication Tools Medium –Tech Message Device High Tech - Computerized Device
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 12 Overview of Assistive Technology Technology for School & Work Talking Computer Books Portable Spell Checkers with Speech Portable Notetakers
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 13 Overview of Assistive Technology Sports-Adapted Wheelchair Card Holders Recreation and Sports
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 14 Assistive Technology for School & Work
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 15 Writing and Reading Tools Talking Computer Books and e-Books
© 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 16 Portable Devices Portable Spell Checkers with Speech Portable Notetaker