Assistive Technology
Assistive technology, also known as "adaptive technological devices", or "technical aides", are devices which allow individuals who have physical or cognitive challenges to independently control objects, toys and the environment (e.g. lighting, music, air conditioning etc.).
Technical aides are valuable learning tools for special needs children. They help children reach their developmental potential. They have the potential to increase a child's control over his/her environment; provide the opportunity for age appropriate experiences; and increase a child's ability to learn through play and to communicate.
Some examples of these presently in use at the Child Development Centre include:
- Switches
- Control Units
- Battery adapted toys
- Computers
- Augmentative Communication Devices
What Services does Assistive Technology offers:
- Purchasing and maintenance of all existing equipment
- Toy Loan Program
- Augmentative Communication Equipment Loan
Technical aides are valuable learning tools for special needs children. They help children reach their developmental potential. They have the potential to increase a child's control over his/her environment; provide the opportunity for age appropriate experiences; and increase a child's ability to learn through play and to communicate.
Some examples of these presently in use at the Child Development Centre include:
- Switches
- Control Units
- Battery adapted toys
- Computers
- Augmentative Communication Devices
What Services does Assistive Technology offers:
- Purchasing and maintenance of all existing equipment
- Toy Loan Program
- Augmentative Communication Equipment Loan
Main Page: https://cdcpg.org/contact/
Contact Page: https://cdcpg.org/cdc-services/assistive-technology/
Details
Disabilities
Acquired Brain Injury, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blind / Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Deaf / Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, Down Syndrome , Fetal Alcohol Syndrome / Spectrum Disorders , Intellectual / Developmental Disability, Learning Disorder / Disability, Neuromuscular Disorders, Paraplegia / Quadriplegia, Physical Disability / Mobility Impairment, Speech Impairment / Social / Communication Disorders
Age
0-19
Eligibility
Access to the program may be through self-referral or referral from a doctor, nurse, or other professional.
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