Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Presenters:
Linda Andrews, M. Ed.
Melissa Day, M. Ed.
Joanne Kelly, M.S.
Taylor McConnaughhay, M.S.
Lou Smith, M.S.
Pam Winpigler, M.A.
Rehabilitation Technologists
Workforce and Technology Center
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Introduction Video:
A Day in the Life of Richard
Physical Impairments
MS, CP, Parkinsons, repetitive injuries
Cognitive Disabilities
Cognitive limitation is difficulty with one or
more of the basic functions of the brain:
perception, memory, expression, processing
skills
Expression limitation may limit ability to speak,
write, and follow social norms
Memory limitation may limit ability to recall recent or
past events, form mental images of things seen or
heard, and learn sequence of tasks or activities
Processing limitation may limit ability to focus on a
given task, organize/schedule tasks, problem solve,
understand accurately perceived sounds/images, and
understand and complete self care functions
Christopher Lee, Director
Georgia Assistive Technology Project
Low Vision
Low vision denotes a level of vision that
is 20/70 or lower and cannot be fully
corrected with conventional glasses. Low
vision usually interferes with the
performance of daily activities, such as
reading or driving.
-University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center
Blindness
Blindness is the condition of lacking
visual perception due to physiological or
neurological factors.
Most visual impairments are due to eye
diseases such macular degeneration,
cataract, glaucoma, and diabetes.
Physical Impairments
A physical impairment is any disability
which limits the physical function of
limbs or fine or gross motor ability.
Examples include partial or total paralysis
or traumatic brain injury, stroke, cerebral
palsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple
sclerosis, arthritis, amputation, and carpal
tunnel syndrome.
Computer Software
Co:Writer
Brainstorming and
Organizational Software
Inspiration graphical
organizer
Don Johnston Draft Builder
Microsoft Outlook
PDAs
Combine As Much
Technology As Possible
Smartphones
PDAs
Phones
Cameras (KNFB Mobile Reader w/ speech)
GPSs
Medication Reminders
Recorders
Visual Assistant
Visual Assistant
provides supports for
helping an individual
sequence and
perform an activity. It
has pictures and
custom recorded
speech that helps the
individual in the real
world environment.
Dates of Absence
Employee Name
M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W
Aaron
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Bob
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Cathy
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
David
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Erin
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Fran
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
George
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Henrietta
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Ingrid
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Jack
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Total
Magnification Software
ZoomText
Magic
Lunar
ZoomText
Magic
Video Magnifiers
Freedom Scientific
Topaz
Optelec
Clearview
Enhanced
Vision Merlin
Video Magnifiers
Enhanced Vision
Merlin
GW Micro Senseview
Optelec
Compact
Video Magnifiers
Optron PCT
ABISee Zoom-Ex
20/20 pens
20/20 pens
bold, lined paper
OTT lighting
hand magnifiers
signature guides
hand magnifiers
Window Eyes
JAWS (Job Access with Speech)
Notetakers
Braillenote
Braille Plus
Pacmate
Standalone Scanners
SARA
Extreme Reader
Tiger
Keyboards
One handed
Ergonomic
Onscreen
Small
Large
Unique
Pointing Devices
Trackballs- mainstream products
available in computer retail stores and
specialty products such as P&G roller
plus trackball
Ergonomic
Head or mouth controlled (Jouse,
HeadMouse Extreme)
Footime Foot
Jouse
3M Ergonomic
Trackball Emotion
AirObic
Evolution
Mouse-Trak
Ergonomics
Forearm support
Wrist rests
Keyboard trays
Desk height
Chair
Foot rests
Switch Access
Switch selection
Switch site
software
Operating System
Built In Features
Sticky keys
Filter keys
Mouse keys
Signaling Devices
Devices to notify households of
events including the telephone or
doorbell ringing, baby crying, audio
alarms, and more via flashing lamp,
a bed shaker and vibrating personal
signaler.
alarm clock
Communication Devices
Examples of TTYs