Transcript NY State APSE 2013 Supported Employment Training Institute
NY State APSE 2013 Supported Employment Training Institute
Promoting Vocational Independence Through Assistive Technology
Presented by Lisa Tebo, OTR/L, ATP ADK Abilities [email protected]
Today’s Learning Objectives
• Gain a general understanding of assistive technology (AT) and how it is selected • Become familiar with areas that may be addressed through AT • Review a variety of tools that are readily available to promote independence in the work place
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive Technology Device
Any item, piece of equipment or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of an individual with a disability
Assistive Technology Services
Any service that directly assists an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device.
AT falls on a continuum
LOW TECH HIGH TECH
Areas addressed by AT
Executive Functioning Self-Help Skills Communication Reading, Writing & Math Physical Access Recreation Mobility & Positioning
Who uses “Assistive Technology”?
Person How is AT selected?
Environment Tasks Tools Modified from the SETT Framework, Zabala 2002
Let’s Explore: Tools That Promote Efficiency, Independence and Success
Communication
• Symbols, pictures and videos • Audio recordings • Communication aids – Low tech communication boards – Simple communication devices – Advanced AAC devices
Physical Access
• Modifications to environment, tools or objects – Built-up handles, velcro, Dycem • Alternate computer access – Operating system accessibility features – Adaptive keyboards and mice, touchscreen – Speech recognition – Alternate access (i.e. switches)
Self-Help Skills
• Adaptive equipment • Checklists • Social stories • Timers & reminders
• Symbols, pictures, videos & audio • Specialized software – Text-to-speech – Speech-to-text – Word Prediction
Reading, Writing & Math
• Handheld spellers and scanners • Smartpens • Adaptive calculator (enlarged or talking) • Money identifier
Executive Functioning
Time Management • Talking clocks/watches • Visual schedules • Digital calendars – Google Calendar – Picture Planner • Organizational apps – NotifyMe • Online reminder service – Memo to Me
Executive Functioning
Task Completion & Sustained Attention • Visual Supports • Social stories, flipbooks, videos • Pocket Mods • Voice Cue Recorder • Timers • Watch Minder • Sensory Breaks & Fidgets
Executive Functioning
Organization of Materials • Color coding • Adequate storage containers • Duplicate sets • Electronic storage
LOW VISION / BLINDNESS
• Enlarged computer monitors • Operating system accessibility features • Magnification software • Screen readers • Handheld scanners • CCTV
Keys to Success
• Involve “key players” in decision making • Provide explicit instruction on use of tools or strategies • Model appropriate use • Monitor and make changes as needed
Resources
• Rehab Research and Training Center www.worksupport.com
• AbleData www.abledata.com
• Alliance for Technology Access – www.ataccess.org
• UNH Institute on Disability – http://www.iod.unh.edu/PriorityAreas/assist ivetechnology/resources/iPadApplications AccessoriesandModifications.aspx