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Parkinson Support Group
Assistive Technology and You: Tools for Life
March 4, 2014 North Carolina Assistive Technology Program
Sonya Clark, AT Information [email protected]
4900 Waters Edge Dr. Suite 250Raleigh, NC 27606
919-233-7075
AT Act History Technology Related Assistance Act-
1988 (Tech Act) (P.L. 105-394) Technology Related Assistance Act-
1994 Assistive Technology Act of 1998 The definition of AT devices and
services were added to the IDEA by the Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments of 1990.
IDEA 1997 and 2004, Congress again emphasized AT (P.L.108-364)
Scotland
Guilford
Rockingham
Moore
AnsonUnion
Richmond
Mecklenburg
CabarrusStanly
Surry
Ashe WilkesYadkin Forsyth
Stokes
Davidson
RandolphRowan
Lincoln
Cleveland Gaston
Iredell
Caldwell Alexander
CatawbaBurkeMcDowell
Buncombe
Rutherford
Polk
MadisonYancey
Watauga
Cherokee
Graham
Clay Macon
Jackson
Swain
Avery
Davie
Montgomery
Mitchell
Henderson
Transylvan
ia
Haywood
Wake
Granville
PersonOrange
Lee
HokeRobeson
Columbus
Brunswick
PenderBladen
Sampson
Duplin
Onslow
Jones
LenoirWayne
Johnston
Harnett
Carteret
CravenPamlico
BeaufortHyde
Tyrrell Dare
Gates
Hertford
Bertie
Martin
PittGreene
Wilson
NashFranklin
Warren
Halifax
Northampton
Edgecombe
Vance
Durham
Alam
ance
Cumberland
Washington
Currituck
CamdenPasquotankPerquimans
Chow
an
NewHanover
Chatham
Casw
ell
Alleghany
AT Offices across NC
Sylva AT Office 828-631-9461
Morganton AT Office 828-433-2431 Charlotte AT Office 704-566-2899 Winston Salem AT Office 336-716-8030 Greensboro AT Office 336-297-2180
Raleigh AT Office 919-233-7075 LCI – Sanford AT Office 919-775-3439
Ext. 221 Rocky Mount AT Office 252-446-4330 Greenville AT Office 252-830-8575 Elizabeth City AT Office 252-830-8575 Wilmington AT Office 910-251-7078
Assistive Technology Device
“Any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.”
20 U.S.C. 1401[25]
Assistive Technology Service
“Any service that directly assists an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an Assistive Technology device.”
20 U.S.C. 1401[25]
Assistive Technology is related to function
rather than to a specific
disabilitydisability
Assistive Technology is anything that makes it easier to…
ACCESSIBLE
Available Easy to approach or enter Comfortable to useEasy to obtain
Free ServicesDevice DemonstrationsDevice Loans: Short term loans (2 weeks) Open-ended loansDevice ReutilizationPublic Awareness
Access to previously owned devicesConnects individuals with devices to someone who needs the deviceList of devices that are available for sale or donation
www.ncexchangepost.org
Equipment Distribution Program (EDP)EDP provides equipment which assist people with hearing loss or a speech disability to access the telephone.
Amplified phonesSignaling devicesVoice Carry Over phonesSingle hearing aid www.ncdhhs.gov/dsdhh
Fee-Based ServicesAT Assessment
AAC Assessment
Consultation Services/Training
Raleigh Center
High Tech Vs. Low Tech
AT Devices- Low Tech
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)“Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) includes all forms of communication (other than oral speech) that are used to express thoughts, needs, wants, and ideas. We all use AAC when we make facial expressions or gestures, use symbols or pictures, or write.”1997-2012 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Types Of AAC Systems
Unaided communication systems Rely on the user's body to convey messages. Examples include gestures, body language,
and/or sign language. Aided communication systems
Require the use of tools or equipment in addition to the user's body.
Aided communication methods can range from paper and pencil to communication books or boards to devices that produce voice output (speech generating devices or SGD's) and/or written output.
1997-2012 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Low Tech AAC
Communicatio
n Boards
Go Talk 4
Step-by-Step
High Tech AAC
Speech Generating Devices
(SGD).
Computer based or electronic devices requiring a power source.
DynaVox VMAX
DynaWrite
Where can you buy these items? Drug stores/Medical Supply Stores Craft stores Home improvement centers On-line resources: www.maxiaids.com www.elderstore.com www.lssproducts.com (visual/hard of hearing aids) http://essentialtremor.org/treatments/assistive-devices/ (International Essential Tremor Foundation) Device loan programs:
NC Assistive Technology Program Churches, senior centers, etc.
Possible Funding Sources
Private Insurance Medicare Medicaid State programs Tricare
Eating and Food Preparation
Plates with rimEating Smock 2 Handed cupsPizza Cutter in place of knifeOne Handed cutting boardAdapted Eating Utensils
Dressing Long handled shoe horn Elastic Shoe laces Stretchy socks Leg lifter Reacher ( pulling up pants legs) Zipper Aid Magnetic jewelry clasp Adapt Clothes
Velcro in place of buttonsSnaps in place of buttons
Car Safety
Swivel Cushions Car Caddie
Gas Cap Turn
Home Management/Safety
Bed Cane
Couch Cane
Bathroom Safety
Deluxe Bath and Shower Chair
Easy Grip Adjustable Bathtub Safety Bar
Walking Canes
Accessible Telephones
Large buttons, backlight
Programmable, easy to hold, flashing ringer indicator
Speaker, volume adjustment, photos on speed dial keys
Important to match style of phone with type of hearing aids
Medication Management
Pill Crusher Insulin Syringe Magnifier Timers with Multiple Settings Pill containers for sorting meds
Memory/Organization
Magnetic message reminders
Erasable message board
Post weekly calendars in place of monthly
Writing Aids
Pen Again
Pen/pencil grips
Check Writing Guide
REMEMBER!
Look locally for devices
Look at new ways to use items
Be creative
Ask For Help (Don’t be Afraid)
Always ask for clarification when in doubt
Don’t Give Up
Coming to a Vendor Hall, Near You! What: The NC Statewide ConferenceWhen: October 22-24, 2014Where: Greenville Convention Center Greenville, NCCost: FREE to visit the vendor HallInformation coming soon to:
www.ncatp.org and www.ncrehab.org
Disclaimer These slides provide general information
about Assistive Technology and Assistive Technology Products. This presentation is not an endorsement of specific products. Consumers are encouraged to thoroughly gather information and review their options to make an informed decision as to what best meet their needs.
Thank you, Sonya Butler Clark