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Right Tool, Right Job: Finding Solutions That Work
Pat Burns, OTR/L, ATPDepartment for Aging and Rehabilitative
(804) 588‐3314
Tom Rybak, Rehabilitation EngineerDepartment for Aging and Rehabilitative
(804) 367‐9878
Our Program
• The Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
• Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
• Receive funding through both the state and federal government
• Referrals are initiated by the vocational counselor
• Funding for any assistive technology depends on financial eligibility for services
Our Team
Client
Counselor
AT Specialist
RE
ESO Employer Family/CG
AT Assessment
What model do we follow?
Human Activity Assistive Technology Model (HAAT)
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Prior To Assessment
• Specific goals and objectives• Recent Medical and Social History• Contact individual with disability, employment specialist, and if appropriate the employer
• Obtain permission to enter the work site• Accurate Job Description• Determine what tools you will need
What to Bring
Digital Camera
Tape Measure
Hand Held Technology with 4G
Stud/Slope Finder
Assessment Checklists
Catalogs, Photos
Basic Hand Tools
Velcro
Duct Tape
Types of Technology
Off The Shelf
Customized
AT Process
Referral • Counselor makes referral to AT Specialist and RE
Assess • The assessment is completed
Trial • Mock‐Up and trial of equipment
F/U • Ensure equipment is meeting needs, if not re‐eval
Purchase • Request purchase of needed equipment
Install • Set‐up and install equipment, re‐eval as needed
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Case Examples
Health Related
Automatic Pill Dispenser“The pill dispenser is exceptional. It has really helped a heck of a lot. I can’t thank you enough for it. I wasn’t doing a very good job with my medications, now I am doing a whole lot better.”
Ergonomic
Short Stature
Ergo chair for Little Peoplehttp://www.adaptiveliving.com/chair.html
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Temporary Set‐Up
College Success and Beyond
Software
MathTalk
Scientific Notebook
Dragon Naturally Speaking
Hardware and Access
Mount’n Mover
Buddy Microphone
U‐Cuff & Typing Stick
Simple Modifications
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Work From HomeC4 Spinal Cord Injury
Equipment Set Up
Short term loan computer
Wireless Solar Keyboard
Mouth Stick and Stand
Sticky Keys and Mouse Keys
New Technology
HeadMouse
Dragger Software
X‐Keys & Switches
Dragon Naturally Speaking
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Remote Training Session
Customer Service Skills, Speed, Accuracy
Motor Control
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Typing Splints
Custom Splint Video
Medical Industry
Lab Video
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Tripod Glove Jig
Service Industry
Trash Tying Video
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Parks and Recreation
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Agriculture
Golf Club Attendant
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Resources Virginia Resources