https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d OTP560 Bay Path University en-us 2020-10-26 20:33:21 UTC 2023-05-17 02:05:20 UTC hello@padlet.com hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863581114 Occupational therapist's role in AT for children and youth includes evaluating skills and needs, selecting appropriate AT, and training on its use to best support children's meaningful occupational engagement (Case-Smith & O'Brien, 2010). This encompasses understanding the unique occupational needs, contexts, and abilities of each child to choose AT that promotes the acquisition of developmentally appropriate skills, increasing self-competence, exploration of environmental contexts, and meeting the child's goals and interests (Case-Smith & O'Brien, 2010). Common settings in which this takes place includes pediatric hospitals, schools, home environments, and community settings (Case-Smith & O'Brien, 2010). Common occupations children may require AT to participate fully in include functional mobility, play and leisure exploration, self-care tasks, communication, and other life skills (Case-Smith & O'Brien, 2010). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:48:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863581114 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863582131 Occupational therapist's role in AT and productive aging focuses on selecting and implementing the use of AT that promotes function and safety for older adults (American Occupational Therapy Association, [AOTA], 2020). Another focus includes providing AT for adults to prolong their independence, reducing their chances of needing for institutional care and hospitalization and their associated costs (AOTA, 2020). This includes analyzing activities meaningful to the older adult client and choosing AT that best matches the skills and abilities of the client to improve or maintain their functional capabilities (AOTA, 2020). Typical settings for OT working with older adults and recommending AT include home health, assisted living facilities, senior centers, and skilled nursing facilities (AOTA, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:48:34 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863582131 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863582250 Occupation therapist's role in AT and mental health includes selecting and using AT that aids in providing mental health treatment and prevention strategies for children, youth, older populations, individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], 2020a). This includes addressing mental health barriers preventing full occupational engagement by evaluating individual's client factors and environments (AOTA, 2020b). Common mental health settings AT may be selected and used in by OTs includes community mental health centers, assertiveness community treatment teams, psychosocial clubhouses, homeless and women's shelters, correctional facilities, senior centers, consumer-operated programs, after-school programs, homes, and worksites (AOTA, 2020b). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:48:37 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863582250 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863582701 Occupational therapist's role in AT and rehabilitation and disability includes helping clients who have experienced injuries, illness, or deficits return to participation in meaningful activities by selecting and implementing the use of AT to increase occupational performance in meaningful activities (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], 2020a). Based on the specific impairments due to the injury, illness, or deficit experienced by the client, OTs analyze activities the client wishes to return to participate in, then recommends and trains the client to safely use appropriate AT devices to best meet the client's occupational needs and performance (AOTA, 2020b). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:48:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863582701 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863584865 Occupational therapist's role in AT in health and wellness surrounds managing and preventing chronic disease and injury through the selection and implementation of use of AT. Health and wellness includes both physical and emotional well-being, so AT device selection can pertain to either or both. Prevention of disease and other health deficits using AT may include devices that promote overall health and wellness, such as physical exercise or meditation (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], n.d.). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:49:37 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863584865 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863584975 Occupational therapist's role in AT in work and industry includes promoting safe success in workplaces by collaborating with employers and employees to facilitate the optimal fit between the people, job tasks, and the work environment through the use of AT (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], n.d.). This may include using AT for workplace environmental modifications, work task modifications, preventing workplace-related injury or illness (AOTA, n.d.). Occupational therapists in this setting also aim to increase satisfaction, participation, and productivity in the workplace through the use of AT (AOTA, n.d.). Common interventions using AT in this setting include ergonomics, accessibility, and strategies to promote wellness while aging in the workplace (AOTA, n.d.). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:49:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863584975 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585154 Occupational therapist's take on several roles surrounding AT in advocacy and research, including advocacy and research of AT for client use and to promote the field of OT. This may include acting as an advocate for the client to support the medical necessity and acquisition of AT and during the AT decision-making process (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], 2020). This may include analyzing the client's contexts, environments, activities and client factors to determine what is preventing the client from participating fully in meaningful occupations (AOTA, 2020). Then, the OT would advocate for the client's need for AT to health insurances, public policy makers, and community stakeholders (AOTA, 2020). Occupational therapists also advocate for AT for clients by meeting with members of congress, such as on AOTA Annual Hill Day (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], n.d.a). Finally, occupational therapist's role in research surrounding AT is by participating in or creating research studies to promote evidence-based practice that makes various AT uses clinically relevant (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTA], n.d.b).]]> 2020-10-26 20:49:43 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585154 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585417 Power Seat Elevator Wheelchair:
Power seat elevator wheelchairs allows for increased independence in functional mobility and the ability to heighten and lower the chair as they wish to reach eye-level and higher heights using joystick controls. It also typically provides customizable supports for the head and neck, trunk, arms, legs, and feet. This AT would appropriate for clients with impaired tone, strength, range of motion, and other physical impairments (Numotion, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:49:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585417 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585792 Amazon Alexa Echo Dot: The Amazon Alexa Echo Dot responds to verbal commands and requests such as turning music off and on, adjusting controls, reporting weather and news, reading texts and messages, and controlling electronics in one's home (Amazon, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:49:58 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585792 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585839 Headspace: The headspace app offers guided meditation that can be practiced at anytime. It also allows options of guided meditation to improve sleep, movement, focus, and waking up (Headspace, 2020).  ]]> 2020-10-26 20:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585839 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585906 Split Keyboard: Split keyboards, such as the Kinesis Gaming Freestyle Edge split keyboard, promotes proper workplace ergonomics by discouraging wrist extension, as well as ulnar and radial deviation (Newegg, n.d.). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:50:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585906 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585945 Voice to Text: Voice to text, or speech to text, apps allows users to talk to phones, computers, or tablets to translate their speech into text. This can can be used in digital advocacy or research (Chrome Web Store, n.d.). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863585945 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863586264 Universal Cuff:
The universal cuff allows individuals with decreased cognitive abilities, strength, range of motion, or other fine motor skills increased grip onto objects to enable participation in ADLs and IADLs (Hagen, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-26 20:50:08 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863586264 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863587035

The American Occupational Therapy Association's fact sheet on the role of OT in providing AT devices and services (including to pediatric populations): https://www.aota.org/-/media/Corporate/Files/AboutOT/Professionals/WhatIsOT/RDP/Facts/AT-fact-sheet.pdf

AT and AE for children with cerebral palsy resource: Jansheki, G. (2020, July 16). Assistive technology and adaptive equipment for children with cerebral palsy. https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/living/assistive-technology/

AT for children with learning disabilities resource: Strawberry, K., & Raskind, M. H. (2009). Assistive technology for kids with learning disabilities: an overview. Reading rockets. https://www.readingrockets.org/article/assistive-technology-kids-learning-disabilities-overview

AT to empower students with disabilities resource: Castelo, M. (2020, March 31). Using assistive technology to empower students with disabilities. EdTech. https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2020/03/using-assistive-technology-empower-students-disabilities-perfcon

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Adaptive Specialities. (2020). Electric patient lifts. Adaptive Specialities. https://www.adaptivespecialties.com/liko-m220-electric-portable-patient-lift-with-manual-base.aspx

Case-Smith, J., & O’Brien, J. C. (2010). Occupational therapy for children (7th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby. 

Everyday Sight. (2019, Huly 15). 10 best screen readers for blind people. Everyday sight. https://www.everydaysight.com/best-screen-readers-for-blind/

Greutman, H. (2019, July 22). When should children use a slant board for handwriting? Growing hands-on kids. https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/children-use-slant-board-handwriting.html

Hagen, M. (2020, April 1). EazyHold: The only universal cuff for all ages. Closing the gap.https://www.closingthegap.com/eazyhold-the-only-universal-cuff-for-all-ages/

Inclusive Technologies. (2020). Automatic page turner for books accessibility package. Inclusive technologies. https://inclusivetechnologies.org/products/page-turner

Mueller, V. (2013). Voice output communication aids. Springer link. https://link.springer.com/referenceworkentry/10.1007%2F978-1-4419-1698-3_1713

National Autism Resources (2019). Communication Picture Card Sets. National autism resources. https://nationalautismresources.com/communication-picture-card-sets/

Numotion. (2020). Power seat elevators. numotion. https://www.numotion.com/products-services/pediatrics/power/power-seat-elevator

RehabMart. (2020). EasieEaters Curved Utensils. RehabMart. https://www.rehabmart.com/product/easieeaters-curved-utensils-9840.html

The Pencil Grip. (2020). The writing claw, medium. The Pencil Grip. https://www.thepencilgrip.com/collections/pencil-grips-1/products/the-writing-claw-medium

]]> 2020-10-26 23:24:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863868987 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863872563 The Writing CLAW:
The Writing CLAW promotes proper grip development by placing the fingers into a tripod grasp around writing utensils, also increasing handwriting and fine motor control (The Pencil Grip, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-26 23:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863872563 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863893956 Slant Board:
The slant board aids increase handwriting skills for children with poor posture, visual tracking, grip, and copying skills that may interfere from successfully handwriting. The slant board places the wrist in extension for proper positioning and grasp while also elevating written work at an angle for proper copying skills and visual tracking (Greutman, 2019). ]]> 2020-10-26 23:40:29 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863893956 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863908901 Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS):
PECS are a form of Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) designed to teach basic concepts of communication using individual picture symbol cards that can be strung together into sentence scripts for receptive and expressive communication. PECS can be created to represent virtually any ADL or IADL, action, emotion, or item for various contexts and environments. PECS are useful for children with decreased expressive and receptive communication skills resulting from physical or cognitive impairments (National Autism Resources, 2019). ]]> 2020-10-26 23:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863908901 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863967846 Curved Utensils:
Curved utensils aid children with decreased upper extremity control, dexterity, range of motion, or strength to self feed with increased independence with reduced wrist strain. Curved utensils with safety shields, as pictured, prevent the utensil from going too far into the child's mouth (RehabMart, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-27 00:26:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/863967846 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867566840 Voice Output Communication Aids (VOCAs):
VOCAs are augmentative and alternative communication devices that produces digitally synthesized voice as speech for individuals who have impaired or diminished expressive communication skills. VOCAs come in several forms, such as through mobile based device applications or on hand-held communication aids (Mueller, 2013).

]]> 2020-10-27 20:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867566840 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867633090 Screen Reader:
Screen readers use voice synthesizers to relay the information displayed on screens for children who have vision or cognitive impairments. This includes reading the written text on the screen, announcing the location of the curser's location on the screen, or identifying the active choice in a menu (Everyday Sight, 2019). ]]> 2020-10-27 21:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867633090 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867924710 Electric Sling:
Electric slings are used to lift children with impaired gross motor functions to and from the floor or from one surface to another. A seating sling is attached to a manual base and moves individuals with a gentle electric high and low lifting motion. Electric slings can be used in hospital, school, home, and outpatient settings (Adaptive Specialities, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-28 00:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867924710 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867947163 Automatic Page Turner:
Automatic page turners are electrical and automatically turn one page at a time of books both forward and backwards by tapping on a wireless hand or foot pedal, using a sip-n-puff switch, or by pressing a button. It is appropriate for children with impaired or limited bilateral upper extremity strength, range of motion, or control (Inclusive Technologies, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-28 00:20:55 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/867947163 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878073412 Fitbit Inspire 2: The Fitbit Inspire 2 tracks heart rate 24/7, as well as steps taken and sleep cycles. This tool is useful for older adults with high or low blood pressure and need to track it regularly. ]]> 2020-10-30 23:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878073412 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878078789 Hero Pill Dispenser:
The Hero Pill Dispenser is an automatic pill dispenser that syncs with an app to be used on smart phones or tablets. It dispenses the client's correct dosage of medications at the correct time, provides reminders of when to take medications, and holds 90-days worth of medications (Hero, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-30 23:20:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878078789 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878091319 Dangling Disc Cellphone: The dangling disc cellphone, such as the Talk Mobile Phone, is worn around the neck of the older adult like a necklace and is able to call three different numbers as programmed in by the user. It is used by turning a dial to the desired number. It also for the user to contact emergency help if they are in distress (Roblin, 2011). ]]> 2020-10-30 23:33:33 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878091319 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878099403 GPS- Equipped Walking Canes: GPS-Equipped Walking Canes are walking devices that are equipped with GPS tracking devices to aid the user in knowing their location and directions to ensure safety. It also allows the user to be located if they become lost or are hurt and alone (Sztein, 2013). ]]> 2020-10-30 23:41:53 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878099403 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878111098 Closed Captioned Landlines: Closed captioned landlines, such as the Clarity Ensemble Phone, provide closed captioning on the screen of the landline of the real time on-going conversation. The print is large and easy to read and also amplifies incoming sound loudly, making this AT useful for users who are hearing and sight impaired (Young, 2013). ]]> 2020-10-30 23:54:29 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878111098 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878119000 Handheld Magnifying Glass: Handheld magnifying glasses can be used by older adults to properly read smaller prints, such as on labels or in books. Since it is compact and handheld, it can be easily brought with the user to places such as the grocery store (Walmart, 2020).]]> 2020-10-31 00:02:59 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878119000 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878127959 7-Day Pill Organizer: Pill organizers, such as a 7-day pill organizer with AM and PM compartments, aid in organizing medications to assure they are taken at the correct time. Large, raised font with contrasting colors aid users who may be visually impaired (Walgreens, 2020).]]> 2020-10-31 00:12:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878127959 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878134414 Button Aid: The button aid aids users with decreased or impaired fine motor skills pull buttons through button holes using one hand (Alimed, 2020a). ]]> 2020-10-31 00:20:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878134414 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878138209 No-tie stretch shoe laces: No-tie stretch shoe laces are an adjustable lace with a pull-tab lock that eliminate the need to bend forward to tie and untie shoe laces. This is useful for users with impaired sitting and standing balance and fine motor skills (Alidmed, 2020b). ]]> 2020-10-31 00:24:43 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878138209 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878147541 Long-handled scrub brushes: Long-handled scrub brushes are long sticks with sponges and bathing brushes secured at the end and are to be used while bathing. This AT is useful for users with decreased range of motion and balance (Alimed, 2020c). ]]> 2020-10-31 00:35:59 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878147541 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/878150535

Development of an assistive technology intervention for community older adults: Orellano-Colón, E. M., Morales, F. M., Sotelo, Z., Picado, N., Castro, E. J., Torres, M., Rivero, M., Varas, N., & Jutai, J. (2017). Development of an assistive technology intervention for community older adults. Physical & occupational therapy in geriatrics, 35(2), 49–66. https://doi.org/10.1080/02703181.2017.1283656

The American Occupational Therapy Association's fact sheet on the role of OT in providing AT devices and services (including to productive aging populations): https://www.aota.org/-/media/Corporate/Files/AboutOT/Professionals/WhatIsOT/RDP/Facts/AT-fact-sheet.pdf

Home adaptations and equipment for older adults: https://medicine.jrank.org/pages/814/Home-Adaptation-Equipment.html

Assistive devices for activities of daily living: https://www.elderly.gov.hk/english/healthy_ageing/selfcare/assistivedevices.htmlhttps://www.elderly.gov.hk/english/healthy_ageing/selfcare/assistivedevices.html

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Alimed. (2020a). Ableware button aid/zipper pull. Alimed. https://www.alimed.com/ableware-button-aid-zipper-pull.html

Alimed. (2020b). No-tie stretch shoe laces. Alimed. https://www.alimed.com/ableware-button-aid-zipper-pull.html

Alimed. (2020c). Scrub pals scrub brushes. Alimed. https://www.alimed.com/scrub-pals-scrub-brushes.html

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2020). Productive aging. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/PA.aspx

Hero. (2020). Hero pill dispenser. Hero. https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/cutting-edge-products-for-seniors

Roblin, A. (2011, June 27). Dangling disc cellphones. Trendhunter. https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talk-mobile

Sztein, A. (2013, April 18). GPS-Equipped walking canes. Trendhunter. https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walking-canes

Walgreens. (2020). 7-Day pill organizer with AM/PM compartments large. Walgreens. https://www.walgreens.com/store/c/walgreens-7-day-pill-organizer-with-am/pm-compartments-large/ID=prod6212113-product

Walmart. (2020). Jumbo rectangular handheld magnifying glass. Walmart. https://www.walmart.com/browse/health/handheld-magnifying-glass/976760_1005860_2427262_9985449

Young, M. (2013, January 17). Closed captioned landlines. Trendhunter. https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarity-ensemble-phone

]]> 2020-10-31 23:29:51 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879106708 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879110534 Mood Mission: Mood mission is an app for smart phones and tablets that offers coping skills and mood tracking designed to potentially lessen the effects of anxiety and depression. It also offers adaptable goals, daily reminders to stay on track with goals, visual insights and actionable exercises, and the ability to track daily progress (Mood Mission, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-31 23:37:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879110534 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879114633 2Breathe Sleep Inducer: The 2Breathe is an AT device that places a sensor band around the ribcage and syncs to a mobile app. It is designed to induce sleep through calming the mind and relaxing the body using customized sound tones to slow breathing based on the users breathing as detected by the sensor band (Sleep Gadgets, 2018). ]]> 2020-10-31 23:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879114633 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879117101 Sanvello: Stress Relief App: The Sanvello app is designed to aid users in stress relief by providing strategies and resources for self-care, offering a community of digital peer support, and therapeutic coaching (Sanvello, 2020). ]]> 2020-10-31 23:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879117101 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879124556 Quit That!: Recovery App: The Quit That! app is designed for recovering substance abuse addicts to track and monitor their recovery on a smart phone or tablet. It also allows for tracking of quitting non-substance related items, such as soda. It includes tracking the days, hours, minutes, weeks, or years since the user has been sober or free of the item they are attempting to quit. Progress can be shared digitally with other users of the app (Cozyapps, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-01 00:07:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879124556 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879131219 Simulated Skylights and Windows: Simulated skylights and windows can be installed on walls without windows or ceilings without skylights to electronically brighten dark spaces and create the sense of daylight. This AT can aid in providing synthesized daylight which may lessen the effects of depression or seasonal affective disorder (Job Accommodation Network, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-01 00:21:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879131219 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879132895 Fidget Cube: Fidget cubes are handheld toys designed to be used as a distraction and to release pent up energy. This aids in releasing restless energy, decreasing anxiety, and providing sensory stimulation. This can be used by children through older adults (Antsy Labs, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-01 00:25:42 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879132895 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879138874 Weighted Blanket: Weighted blankets are blankets with added weights, designed to add deep proprioceptive pressure to aid in regulating the nervous system. This promotes relaxation, decreased anxiety, and improved sleep. It is often used with diagnosis including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, PTSD, anxiety, and emotional regulation difficulties (Adapt & Learn, 2018). ]]> 2020-11-01 00:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879138874 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879141109 Stress Ball: Stress balls can be used to lower levels of stress and tension by adding proprioceptive pressure when squeezed. This potentially promotes increased sleep quality and relaxation (Northern Physical Therapy, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-01 00:45:24 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879141109 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879147373 Time Timer: The Time Timer aids in making time management and "time remaining" to complete activities into a visual depiction. This can be used in schools, work, or homes to visually keep track of times to complete tasks, increasing time-management skills and decreasing stress (Time Timer, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-01 01:00:08 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879147373 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879151601 Visual Schedule: Visual schedules can be used to visually display daily, weekly, or monthly schedules to encourage time management, decreased stress, and reduced anxiety. They can also be used to break down the steps of single activities or activity sessions. They can also include a checklist, which promotes feelings of occupational success (National Association of Special Education Teachers, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-01 01:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879151601 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/879153900

The American Occupational Therapy Association's fact sheet on the role of OT in providing AT devices and services (including in mental health settings): https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/MH.aspx

Assistive Technology for Supporting People with Mental Health Conditions: https://www.explorevr.org/sites/explorevr.org/files/files/AT%20MH%20Part%201%20FINAL.pdf

Apps for Mental Health: https://www.assistivetechnologycenter.org/blog/apps-mental-health

Inclusive Technology for Mental Health Conditions: https://www.adcet.edu.au/inclusive-technology/mental-health-condition/

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Adapt & Learn. (2018, October 18). Weighted blankets: what, why, and how to find your match. Adapt & Learn. https://www.adaptandlearn.com/post/weighted-blankets-what-why-and-how-to-find-your-match

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2020a). Mental health. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/MH.aspx

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2020b). Occupational therapy’s role in community mental health. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/MH/Community-Mental-Health.aspx

Antsy Labs. (2020). Fidget cube. Antsy labs. https://www.antsylabs.com/products/fidget-cube

Cozyapps. (2020). Quit that!. Cozyapps. https://cozyapps.com/quitthat/

Job Accommodation Network. (2020). Simulated skylights and windows. JAN. https://askjan.org/solutions/Simulated-Skylights-and-Windows.cfm

Mood Mission. (2020). Change the way you feel. Mood Mission. https://moodmission.com

National Association of Special Education Teachers. (n.d.). Assistive technology for students with autism spectrum disorders. NASET. https://www.naset.org/fileadmin/user_upload/Autism_Series/Assist_tech/AssistiveTech_for_Students_W_Autism.pdf

Northern Physical Therapy. (n.d.). What are the benefits of stress balls?. IvyRehab physical therapy. https://www.northernpts.com/2014/10/what-are-the-benefits-of-stress-balls/

Sanvello. (2020). A place to feel better, wherever you go. Sanvello. https://www.sanvello.com

Sleep Gadgets. (2018). 2Breathe sleep inducer. Sleep gadgets. https://sleepgadgets.io/2breathe-sleep-inducer/

Time Timer. (2020). Products. Time timer. https://www.timetimer.com

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Accessibility Services. (n.d.) AutonoME. Accessibility Services. https://accessibilityservices.com/product/autonome-hospital/

AliMed. (n.d.a) AliMed gait/patient belts. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/gait-transfer-belts.html

AliMed. (n.d.b) Weighted pen. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/weighted-pen.html

AliMed. (n.d.c) Multi-use dressing stick. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/multi-use-dressing-stick.html

AliMed. (n.d.d) UnSkru Jar Opener. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/unskru-jar-opener.html

AliMed. (n.d.e) Great grips. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/great-grips.html

Amazon. (2020). All-new echo dot (4th gen) smart speaker with alexa. Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XJ8C8F5/ref=s9_acsd_al_bw_c2_x_0_i?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&pf_rd_r=8YSHZ8MH8NJP09E3SEEA&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=0e95297b-a446-4442-b234-83c5ccff229c&pf_rd_i=9818047011

Amazon. (n.d.). Vocca pro light- smart lights- voice activated lights adapter. Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Vocca-Pro-Light-Activated-Triggers/dp/B018QS3P68

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2020a). Rehabilitation & disability. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/Practice/Rehabilitation-Disability.aspx

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2020b). The role of occupational therapy in providing assistive technology devices and services. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/RDP/assistive-technology.aspx

Apple. (2020). iPAD. Apple. https://www.apple.com/ipad/

Spinlife. (n.d.) Literider envy. Spinlife. https://www.spinlife.com/Golden-Technologies-LiteRider-Envy-Travel/-Portable-Power-Wheelchair/spec.cfm?productID=116021

]]> 2020-11-07 01:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899524668 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899550093 AutonoME: The AutonoME is a augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and environmental control tool integrated into a television. It can be controlled using touch, voice, sip and puff, eye tracking, or head tracking (Accessibility Services, n.d.) . ]]> 2020-11-07 02:00:10 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899550093 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899552409 Vocca Pro Smart Light: The Vocca Pro Smart Light is a voice-activated bulb adapter which does not require Wi-Fi or installation (Amazon, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-07 02:03:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899552409 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899556058 Travel Power Wheelchair: The travel power wheelchair is lightweight, making it optimal to travel with. It allows functional mobility using a remote controlled by the user to move. ]]> 2020-11-07 02:08:06 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899556058 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899560896 Ipad: iPads are touch and voice controlled tablets that allow various apps to be downloaded for uses such as leisure, communication, and device control (Apple, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-07 02:14:04 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899560896 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899563605 Gait Belt: Gait belts can be used for safety during movement, designed to be held by the OT or other practitioner to ensure the client does not fall (AliMed, n.d.a). ]]> 2020-11-07 02:17:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899563605 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899567046 Weighted Pen: Weighted pens can be used to reduce tremors, stabilize and control writing, and write more legibly (AliMed, n.d.b). ]]> 2020-11-07 02:21:51 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899567046 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899569207 Dressing Stick: Dressing sticks include hooks on the end of a long stick designed to push and pull lower extremity clothing on and off (AliMed, n.d.c). ]]> 2020-11-07 02:24:26 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899569207 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899571529 UnSkru Jar Opener: The UnSkru jar opener attaches to the underside of shelves or cabinets to easily unscrew screw-on lids (AliMed, n.d.d). ]]> 2020-11-07 02:27:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899571529 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899573994 Great Grips: Great grips attach to door handles so they can be turned without gripping. They also glow in the dark to be easily seen at night and fit most round door knobs. ]]> 2020-11-07 02:30:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899573994 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899576245

The American Occupational Therapy Association's stance on rehabilitation and disability: https://www.aota.org/Practice/Rehabilitation-Disability.aspx

Apps for Rehabilitation, Disability, and Participation: https://www.aota.org/Practice/Rehabilitation-Disability/RDP-apps.aspx

Rehabilitation and Disability Evidence-Based Practice Resources: https://www.aota.org/Practice/Rehabilitation-Disability/Evidence-Based.aspx

Animal Assisted Therapy in Rehabilitation and Disability: https://www.aota.org/Practice/Rehabilitation-Disability/service-animal-assisted-therapy.aspx

]]> 2020-11-07 02:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/899576245 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900690334 MyFlo App: The MyFlo app tracks women's menstrual cycles and related experienced symptoms throughout each month. This aims to track hormone changes that affect mood, hunger, pain, and other menstrual symptoms (MyFlo, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900690334 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900693175 AllTrails App: The AllTrails App offers guides to local hiking, biking, and walking trails based on the user's location, including characteristics, accessibility, pictures, and ratings or each trails from other users. This app encourages exercise and spending time outdoors (AllTrails, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:20:31 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900693175 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900697154 Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) Bikes: FES Bikes are computer generated low-level electrical pulses that are transmitted through surface electrodes to the leg muscles and cause coordinated contractions to create a pedaling motion. This allows individual's with little to no voluntary leg movement pedal a stationary leg-cycle bike (Reeve Foundation, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900697154 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900702344 GymBoss Interval Timer: GymBoss Interval Timers are programmable interval timers that individuals can program for timed work and rest periods. Intervals can be repeated for various exercises and easily clipped onto the waste of one's pants (GymBoss, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:35:42 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900702344 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900705128 Active Hands Gripping Gloves: Active hands gripping gloves aid in firmly holding the hand in a gripping shape to allow for a tight grip to hold onto objects, such as gym equipment. This allows users with diminished hand function to hold and use objects, such as weights (Active Hands, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900705128 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900708462 Cuff Weights: Cuff weights velcro or clip around ankles or wrists to be used during exercise to build strength or endurance. Cuff weights would be useful for users with diminished grip and cannot hold traditional dumbbells (Massage Warehouse, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:45:45 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900708462 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900712720 Theraband: Therabands can be used to add resistance from very light to heavy resistance during strength gaining exercise, muscle activation, and perceived exertion (TheraBand, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 02:52:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900712720 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900718802 Mini Exercise Bike: Mini exercise bikes can be used for lower body exercise if the user is unable to use a stationary or traditional bike. It is also be used for upper body exercise (Dick's Sporting Goods, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 03:02:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900718802 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900722365 Medicine Ball with Handles: Medicine balls with handles allow users with difficulty gripping objects in a ball shape who would like to use medicine ball to exercise to grip the ball easier by gripping the handles (Athletic Stuff, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 03:08:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900722365 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/900724047

The American Occupational Therapy Association's Stance on Health and Wellness: https://www.aota.org/Practice/Health-Wellness.aspx

Apps for Health and Wellness:https://www.forbes.com/sites/leebelltech/2019/01/02/best-health-and-fitness-apps-2019/?sh=21478220ca53

How Assistive Technology aids with Fitness and Overall Health: http://www.elarc.org/resources-publications/community-events-and-opportunities/overall-health-fitness-assistive-technology

Tips for Accessing Assistive Technology: https://www.at3center.net/exploreat

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Active Hands (n.d.). Uses. Active hands. https://www.activehands.com

AllTrails. (n.d.). Explore. AllTrails. https://www.alltrails.com

American Occupational Therapy Association. (n.d.) Health & wellness. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/Practice/Health-Wellness.aspx

Athletic Stuff. (n.d.). Aeromat dual grip power medicine ball. Athletic Stuff. https://www.athleticstuff.com/aeromat-dual-grip-power-medicine-ball/?gclid=CjwKCAiAqJn9BRB0EiwAJ1Sztd7aDIidJqd74sPfZiGrOV3COuIsdKTlci18cAZa4-5kayR7Z4qYgRoC4aMQAvD_BwE

Dick’s Sporting Goods. (n.d.). Stamina mini exercise bike with smooth pedal system. Dick’s Sporting Goods. https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/stamina-mini-exercise-bike-w-smooth-pedalsystem17smpustmnmnxrcsbbks/17smpustmnmnxrcsbbkssku=18008870&camp=CSE:DSG_92700053322268089_pla_pla506385802525&segment=&gclid=CjwKCAiAqJn9BRB0EiwAJ1SztYBkyu5SrnIUsl2yg_uIR5TAs9djxSVP579AbsaFtGx8Uir_EFlBRoC9zoQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

GymBoss. (n.d). Home. GymBoss. https://gymboss.com/?SID=002d839836bbfc9d8a1a31c5159f5842

Headspace. (2020). Be kind to your mind. Headspace. https://www.headspace.com

Massage Warehouse. (n.d.). The original cuff. Massage Warehouse. https://www.massagewarehouse.com/shop-by-department/massage-equipment/rehab-and-exercise/strength-training/cuff-weights/

MyFlo. (n.d.). Functional medicine period tracker and hormone balancing app. MyFlo. https://myflotracker.com

Reeve Foundation. (n.d.). Functional electrical stimulation. Christopher & dana reeve foundation. https://www.christopherreeve.org/living-with-paralysis/rehabilitation/functional-electrical-stimulation

Theraband. (n.d.). Theraband latex clx consecutive loops, individual. Theraband. https://www.theraband.com/theraband-non-latex-clx-consecutive-loops-individual.html

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Amazon. (2020). Soundnce laptop stand, aluminum computer riser, ergonomic laptop elevator for desk. Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Ergonomic-Compatible-Notebook-Soundance-LS1/dp/B07D74DT3B/ref=sr_1_4?_encoding=UTF8&c=ts&dchild=1&keywords=Office+Platforms%2C+Stands+%26+Shelves&qid=1604882334&s=office-products&sr=1-4&ts_id=490597011

Amazon. (n.d.). Devise standing desk, Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/DEVAISE-Adjustable-Height-Standing-Handle/dp/B01N4CE155/ref=sr_1_5?crid=28QHQETFJPV6P&dchild=1&keywords=adjustable+height+desk+manual&qid=1604881513&sprefix=adjustable+height+desk+Manu%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-5

American Occupational Therapy Association. (n.d.). Work and industry. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/WI.aspx

Apple. (2020). Siri. Apple. https://www.apple.com/siri/

Glon, R. (2020). The best backup cameras for 2020. Digitaltrends. https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/best-backup-cameras/

Greenwald, W. (2020). The best headsets and headphones for your home office. PC magazine. https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-headsets-and-headphones-for-your-home-office

Home Depot. (n.d.). Hand trucks. Home Depot. https://www.homedepot.com/b/Storage-Organization-Moving-Supplies-Hand-Trucks/N-5yc1vZchn9

Mobility Works. (n.d.). Steering wheel spinner knobs and driving aids. Mobility Works. https://www.mobilityworks.com/hand-controls/spinner-knobs/

Newegg. (n.d.). Kinesis gaming freestyle edge mx brown rib split mechanical keyboard. Newegg. https://www.newegg.com/p/0GA-007E-000E6?reviews=all&nm_mc=AFC-RAN-COM&cm_mmc=AFC-RAN-COM&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_source=afc-The+Wirecutter&AFFID=3249826&AFFNAME=The+Wirecutter&ACRID=1&ASUBID=AwEAAAAAAAAAAXxY&ASID=&ranMID=44583&ranEAID=3249826&ranSiteID=7m8EnekPF5E-_OJQRm0vZl2GihZCg09ozQ

Office Depot. (n.d.) Ergonomic office chairs. Office Depot, https://www.officedepot.com/a/browse/ergonomic-office-chairs/N=5+593065&cbxRefine=1429832/

Oldman, J. (n.d.). 10 free screen readers for blind or visually impaired users. UsabilityGeek. (https://usabilitygeek.com/10-free-screen-reader-blind-visually-impaired-users/

]]> 2020-11-08 23:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902321826 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902344313 Voiceover Screen Reader: Voiceover screen readers, such as the Apple Voiceover, can be downloaded to any apple device to read aloud what is happening on the screen, such as reading emails. This is useful for reducing the strain of screens on eyes or aids those with visual impairments in the workplace using computers, tablets, or cellphones (Oldman, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 23:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902344313 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902350120 Siri: The Siri feature on Apple devices, including computers, phones, and tablets, is a voice command feature that can answer questions and do various digital tasks, such as organizing calendars or writing texts and emails. This is useful for individuals in the workplace who have fine motor impairments (Apple, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-08 23:47:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902350120 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902355418 Microphone Headphones: By allowing the user to hold their head in an upright, neutral position and not laterally flexing their neck to meet the phone in hand, microphone headphones aid in reducing neck and back strain while using phones (Greenwald, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-08 23:52:32 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902355418 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902361515 Tri-Pin Steering Wheel Driving Aid: Steering wheel driving aids, such as the trick-pin, can be attached to steering wheels to aid in grasping and turning the wheel for individuals with impaired grasp and range or motion (Mobility Works, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-08 23:58:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902361515 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902367704 Car Backup Camera: Car backup cameras can be installed to workplace cars, trucks, or other vehicles to increase safety when driving and reduce the need to turn the neck and torso when backing the vehicle up for users with impaired range of motion (Glon, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-09 00:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902367704 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902399947 Crank Handle Adjustable Height Desk: Crank handle adjustable height desks can be heightened to stand at the desk or lowered to sit at the desk ergonomically correct with a handheld crank handle (Amazon, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-09 00:25:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902399947 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902405749 Hand Truck: Hand trucks allow moving objects of various sizes and weights easier by balancing objects on the platform, tipping the hand truck, and wheeling it (Home Depot, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-09 00:29:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902405749 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902416096 Adjustable Height Desk Chair: Adjustable height desk chairs with adjustable arm supports and adequate lumbar and neck support promote proper seated ergonomics (Office Depot, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-09 00:36:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902416096 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902421392 Desk Laptop Elevator: Desk laptop elevators are stands for laptops to encourage the user to keep their neck in an upright, neutral position as well as their wrists in neutral (Amazon, 2020). ]]> 2020-11-09 00:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902421392 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/902429292

The American Occupational Therapy Association's Stance on Work and Industry: https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/WI.aspx

The Role of Occupational Therapy in Facilitating Employment of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities: https://www.aota.org/-/media/Corporate/Files/AboutOT/Professionals/WhatIsOT/WI/Facts/Workers%20with%20DD%20fact%20sheet.pdf

The Role of Occupational Therapy in Promoting Ergonomics to Improve Workplace Productivity: https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/WI/Ergonomics.aspx

Workplace Assistive Technology to Aid Employees with Disabilities: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/technology/pages/new-assistive-technologies-aid-employees-with-disabilities.aspx

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AliMed. (n.d.a). Alimed clear view typing aid. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/alimed-clear-view-typing-aid.html

AliMed. (n.d.b). Sta-Pen Writer. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/sta-pen-writer.html

AliMed. (n.d.c). Weighted pen. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/weighted-pen.html

AliMed. (n.d.d). AliMed daily communicator. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/daily-communicator.html

AliMed. (n.d.e). Read/write stand. AliMed. https://www.alimed.com/readwrite-stand.html

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2020). The role of occupational therapy in providing assistive technology devices and services.  AOTA. https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/RDP/assistive-technology.aspx

American Occupational Therapy Association. (n.d.a) Take action. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/Advocacy-Policy/Congressional-Affairs/Take-Action.aspx

American Occupational Therapy Association. (n.d.b). Evidence-based practice & research. AOTA. https://www.aota.org/Practice/Researchers.aspx

Assistive Ware. (n.d.). Proloquo2Go. AssistiveWare. https://www.assistiveware.com/products/proloquo2go

Chrome Web Store. (n.d.). Voice to text. Chrome web store. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/voice-to-text/jdcdafhjjjfnkoeilnjmnadadaoehgdc?hl=en

Researcher. (n.d.) Never miss important research. Researcher. https://www.researcher-app.com

Soft Edge. (n.d.) Be heard. Soft edge: connect to capitol hill. https://thesoftedge.com

Zoom. (n.d.). Meet on zoom. Zoom. https://zoom.us

]]> 2020-11-09 20:02:30 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/905941762 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906665932 Research App: The Researcher app designed for users to stay up to date on current research as well as explore older research. It is organized into fields and domains (Researcher, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:07:24 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906665932 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906674670 Congress Advocacy App: The Congress Plus Advocacy app is designed to allow users easily access updated email lists of congressional office stand, caucus staff, leadership stand, and committee staff in all 50 states. It also updates new legislation. This makes organizing and reaching specific people throughout congress for advocacy easier (Soft Edge, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906674670 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906688837 Proloquo2Go: Proloquo2Go is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app for tablets or smartphones to be used as a customizable  communication tool. This can be used an advocacy tool for users with impaired verbal communication skills to communicate what they would like to advocate (Assistive Ware, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:17:52 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906688837 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906713423 Zoom: Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows multiple users to meet with both video and audio. It can be accessed using any computer, tablet, or cellphone that has internet access. This allows users to meet for advocacy and research purposes (Zoom, n.d.). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:29:57 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906713423 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906723783 Clear View Typing Aid: Clear View Typing Aids are worn around the ulnar side of the hand and used to tap keyboard keys with a clear view of the keyboard. This is beneficial for users with finger impairments such as contracture to type on computer keyboards, such as for advocacy or research (AliMed, n.d.a). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:34:43 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906723783 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906744401 Sta-Pen Writer: The staff-pen writer fits around standard pens for easier grip for users with impaired fine motor control or strength. It allows for smooth writing for uses such as advocacy or research. ]]> 2020-11-10 01:45:14 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906744401 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906749291 Weighted Pen: Weighted pens aid in smooth writing for users who required balanced weight to write more smoothly or legibly. This is useful for users with tremors or impaired fine motor control. This can be used when writing for advocacy or research efforts (AliMed, n.d.c). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:47:45 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906749291 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906758011 AliMed Daily Communicator: The AliMed Daily Communicator are printed pictures that can be used as a communication system for users with impaired verbal communication skills. It can be used for users to communicate and advocate for themselves (AliMed, n.d.d). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:52:13 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906758011 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906764301 Reading and Writing Stand: Reading and writing stands allow for reading and writing materials to be angled on a platform to increase comfort while reading and writing, eliminates the need flex the neck for prolonged periods, and reduces fatigue that can strain the neck (AliMed, n.d.e). ]]> 2020-11-10 01:55:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906764301 hgardiner3 https://padlet.com/hgardiner3/jbjh5mlhypznhy7d/wish/906770502

American Occupational Therapy Association's Stance on Advocacy and Policy: https://www.aota.org/Advocacy-Policy.aspx

American Occupational Therapy Association's Stance on Evidence-Based Practice and Research: https://www.aota.org/Practice/Researchers.aspx

Advocacy for Assistive Technology: https://www.advocacyinstitute.org/advocacyinaction/AT_Advocacy.shtmlhttps://www.advocacyinstitute.org/advocacyinaction/AT_Advocacy.shtml

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