Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Tutorial Seven: Assistive technology

Assistive technology is a peice of equipment that helps an individual with an impairment/disability to function more independently.
A recordable voice device is one example of assisstive technology- cost $326.
This device enables individuals freedom to choose between two activities, such as listening to music or a story. It asks questions, and making comments in social situations.
Features: 2 min recording time
crystal clear voice quality at all volumes
easy to program
good volume control

This peice of equipment increases functional capacity for the user by engaging it in activities such as listening to storys or songs. Its enabling the client to do functional meaningful activitys. It also enables the individuals to think about the task that they are carrying out.

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