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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 Specialist Sonya.Clark@dhhs.nc.gov

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Parkinson Support Group

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  1. Parkinson Support Group Assistive Technology and You: Tools for Life March 4, 2014 North Carolina Assistive Technology Program Sonya Clark, AT Information Specialist Sonya.Clark@dhhs.nc.gov 4900 Waters Edge Dr. Suite 250 Raleigh, NC 27606 919-233-7075

  2. 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)

  3. AT Offices across NC Hertford Alleghany Northampton Camden Gates Currituck Surry Stokes Warren Rockingham Vance Person Caswell Pasquotank Granville Halifax Perquimans Watauga Ashe Wilkes Chowan Yadkin Forsyth Bertie Guilford Avery Franklin Orange Nash Durham Mitchell Alamance Caldwell Yancey Alexander Davie Edgecombe Madison Washington Dare Martin Tyrrell Iredell Davidson Burke Chatham Wake Wilson McDowell Catawba Randolph Buncombe Haywood Rowan Pitt Swain Beaufort Hyde Greene Rutherford Lincoln Lee Johnston Graham Jackson Cleveland Cabarrus Henderson Gaston Harnett Wayne Lenoir Macon Polk Stanly Moore Craven Montgomery Clay Transylvania Pamlico Mecklenburg Cherokee Sampson Jones Hoke Richmond Cumberland Union Anson Duplin Scotland Carteret Onslow Robeson Bladen Pender Columbus New Hanover Brunswick

  4. 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]

  5. 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]

  6. Assistive Technology is • related to function • rather than to a specific disability

  7. Assistive Technology is anything that makes it easier to…

  8. ACCESSIBLE Available Easy to approach or enter Comfortable to use Easy to obtain

  9. Free Services • Device Demonstrations • Device Loans: • Short term loans (2 weeks) • Open-ended loans • Device Reutilization • Public Awareness

  10. Access to previously owned devices • Connects individuals with devices to someone who needs the device • List of devices that are available for sale or donation www.ncexchangepost.org

  11. Equipment Distribution Program (EDP) EDP provides equipment which assist people with hearing loss or a speech disability to access the telephone. Amplified phones Signaling devices Voice Carry Over phones Single hearing aid www.ncdhhs.gov/dsdhh

  12. Fee-Based Services • AT Assessment • AAC Assessment • Consultation Services/Training

  13. Raleigh Center

  14. High Tech Vs. Low Tech

  15. AT Devices-Low Tech

  16. 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

  17. 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

  18. Low Tech AAC Go Talk 4 Communication Boards Step-by-Step

  19. High Tech AAC • Speech Generating Devices (SGD). • Computer based or electronic devices requiring a power source. DynaWrite DynaVox VMAX

  20. 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.

  21. Possible Funding Sources Private Insurance Medicare Medicaid State programs Tricare

  22. Eating and Food Preparation Plates with rim Eating Smock 2 Handed cups Pizza Cutter in place of knife One Handed cutting board Adapted Eating Utensils

  23. 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 buttons Snaps in place of buttons

  24. Car Safety Swivel Cushions Car Caddie Gas Cap Turn

  25. Home Management/Safety Bed Cane Couch Cane

  26. Bathroom Safety Easy Grip Adjustable Bathtub Safety Bar Deluxe Bath and Shower Chair

  27. Walking Canes

  28. 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

  29. Medication Management Pill Crusher Insulin Syringe Magnifier Timers with Multiple Settings Pill containers for sorting meds

  30. Memory/Organization Magnetic message reminders Erasable message board Post weekly calendars in place of monthly

  31. Writing Aids Pen Again Pen/pencil grips Check Writing Guide

  32. 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

  33. Coming to a Vendor Hall, Near You! What: The NC Statewide Conference When: October 22-24, 2014 Where: Greenville Convention Center Greenville, NC Cost: FREE to visit the vendor Hall Information coming soon to: www.ncatp.org and www.ncrehab.org

  34. 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

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