One provider’s push for innovative solutions The thinking is changing around what “accessible” can mean and the role technology can play. Individuals, their families, providers, and case managers are all looking to technology supports to assist individuals (and the staff that help...
Choosing the right support option for the individual Technology advances in the last decade have had an unprecedented, positive impact on the daily lives of most Americans; however, the world of support for Americans with disabilities has remained largely untouched by the use of emerging...
Imagine you sit down to dinner at a restaurant, and your server comes by to tell you about the specials. “Oh, the steak—tell me more about that!” you say. Your server shrugs. “It’s fine,” they reply. Doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, does it? And it shouldn’t. Unfortunately, when most...
Creating Organizational Buy-In Part 2 You believe in the power of technology and the benefits it creates for everyday living—for everyone. Now how do you share and spread your enthusiasm with others in your organization? How do you get co-workers, family members, and self-advocates on...
Using the Amazon Echo to further independence What if you could turn your lights on or off by using your voice? Control lights? Adjust the room’s temperature? These things and much more are all achievable by utilizing personal home assistants like the Amazon Echo. Though small in size ...
Remote support technology comes in many forms. From medication dispensers that remind individuals to take their medication (and alert staff if access hasn’t occurred) to more high-tech options such as remote monitoring where external staff monitor a series of sensors and/or video to alert...
A provider’s guide to technology program measurement and valuation Sandy Henry, Technology Advocate and former community residential services provider — With newly implemented technology support strategies, it is important to measure the success, not only for persons-served and...
A provider’s guide to technology program measurement and valuation Sandy Henry, Technology Advocate and former community residential services provider — With newly implemented technology support strategies, it is important to measure the success, not only for persons...
Increasing independence while maximizing staff resources Utilizing technology supports in care plans is not a new phenomenon – but is an option that is becoming more mainstream as the independence benefits for persons-served and staffing constraints for organizations are realized. ...
Utilizing assessment tools to help identify goals and begin conversations surrounding technology. Assessments for remote monitoring—and technology in general—help teams ask the right questions to identify goals and outcomes technology may assist with. Most technology service vendors and many...