This full day learning experience focuses on practical, real world use of technology in disability services. Throughout the year, sessions will explore topics such as how and when to use AI, safety and security considerations, remote support and assistive technology options, and how technology can support staff, service delivery, and quality outcomes without losing sight of people first values.
Session Information
Setting the Stage: Assistive Technology & Remote Support in Disability Services
We’ll start the day with a look at assistive technology and remote support in Minnesota, how these approaches fit within disability services, and how technology can complement existing supports while promoting greater independence and choice.
Exploring the Possibilities: Assistive Technology & Remote Support in Practice
What can this actually look like? This session will explore practical technology options for common support needs, including falls, elopement, task guidance and prompting, medication management, safety, and daily routines. The focus starts with the person and their goals, then considers where technology may be a good fit.
From Interest to Adoption: Building a Technology-Ready Organization
Moving from interest to implementation takes more than choosing the right technology. We’ll look at building buy-in, preparing staff and teams, addressing privacy and individual choice, adapting workflows, and creating realistic expectations for successful implementation.
Learning From Each Other: Provider Discussion
Hear from organizations with experience using assistive technology and remote support and join an open conversation about what’s working, what’s been challenging, and what they’ve learned along the way. Attendees are welcome to ask questions, share experiences, or simply listen and learn from others.
Making It Work: Overcoming Barriers & Sustaining Technology
Technology does not always work perfectly the first time. This session will address common challenges, including authorization and funding, staff or family concerns, changing technology needs, training, maintenance, and what it takes to make technology sustainable over time.
Moving Forward: Turning What We Learned Into Action
We’ll wrap up the day by bringing together key takeaways and helping participants identify realistic next steps. Getting started does not have to mean changing everything at once. Sometimes it starts with one person, one support need, or one opportunity to try something differently.