Assistive technology will not make the disability go away; it can only lessen the impact of the disability (Moore, 1991).
Examples of low tech are ramps, switches, switch-operated toys, communication boards, car door openers, dycem (non-skid material), reachers, roll-in showers, and velcro.
LOW TECH
Examples of low tech are ramps, switches, switch-operated toys, communication boards, car door openers, dycem (non-skid material), reachers, roll-in showers, and velcro.
LOW TECH
Some high tech examples include computers, software, extended keyboards, electronic communication devices, power wheelchairs, and van lifts for wheelchairs.
HIGH TECH
HIGH TECH
However, assistive technology is not without its problems or barriers. Many times the devices that are needed are very expensive and resources are not readily available; or the equipment is purchased and no training or support system is in place to show the individual how to use it effectively; or the device simply breaks down and needs to be repaired (Moore, 1991).
There are many companies that specialize in low to high tech AT devices. To sample a few, please click the following links below:
Mayer-Johnson
EnableMart
High Tech Assistive
There are many companies that specialize in low to high tech AT devices. To sample a few, please click the following links below:
Mayer-Johnson
EnableMart
High Tech Assistive
LOW TECH for COMMUNICATION
Low Tech Communication Links....
Communication Matters a charitable organization that campaigns for equitable national provision of AAC services and equipment.
Communication Matters a charitable organization that campaigns for equitable national provision of AAC services and equipment.
Low Tech Solutions helps out with low tech communication for literate people
who have speech problems, but good language abilities.
who have speech problems, but good language abilities.
Augmentative Communication Consultants, Inc. (ACCI) is a Pennsylvania based company founded in 1987 and dedicated to helping clients choose and use the assistive technologies needed to communicate, learn, play, socialize, and live everyday life as independently as possible.
HIGH TECH for COMMUNICATION
High Tech Communication Links....
Special Education goes High Tech is a resource to help guide you to a career in Special Education.
Special Education goes High Tech is a resource to help guide you to a career in Special Education.
Pinterest is an online bulletin board with many topics of discussion about AAC High Tech devices. Check it out!
icommunicate is all about communication. Their goal is to improve communication and the communication potential of everyone through the help of various devices; because communication is a basic human right.
