Creating Assistive Technology Solutions in Minutes: A Make and Take Workshop

Session Dates

Monday September 26, 2016 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM

Closed

In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore readily available tools and materials to quickly create multi-use assistive technology solutions to support access and communication for people with disabilities at home, school, work and play. Dr. Willkomm will share ideas and steps for fabricating a variety of AT solutions using materials such as Instamorph, double face loop, and PVC. She will differentiate the varied uses of hook/loop products, as participants make and modify tools for accommodating physical, sensory, communication, and learning barriers.

Objectives

Participants will develop skills:

  • Using corrugated plastic to fabricate four devices for stabilizing communication aids and mobile devices.
  • Working with Loc-Line, PVC, and Instamorph to fabricate three devices (including a vertical device mount, magnification holder, and scan/read station).
  • Selecting and using hook/loop and twist-tie to fabricate three devices: cup holder, universal cuff, and switch mount.

Target Audience

Assistive Technology Consultants, Occupational Therapists, Speech/Language Pathologists, Teachers of Visually Impaired, General and Special Educators, families, people with disabilities, and others who work with or support persons with disabilities of all ages.

Individuals attending this course must arrive on time and stay the duration of the course in order to receive Act 48 Professional Education hours. Requests for exceptions are to be brought to the attention of the individual´s Superintendent or IU Director prior to the course.


Topics Covered: Assistive Technology

Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this training. Contact: Annette Bauerlein, at 610-878-7211, or "abauerlein@pattan.net(Annette Bauerlein email)":mailto:abauerlein@pattan.net.

Event Info

Event Type:

Inservices/workshops

Credit Type:

Act 48 Clock Hour
ASHA
ACVREP
No credit

Presenters:

Therese Willkomm, PhD

Event Contact:

Registration:

Karen Weaver
kweaver@pattan.net
412-826-2336x6842

Content Contact:

Susan Gill
sgill@pattan.net
800-441-3215 x 7226

Additional Info

*Please note that there is a materials fee of $50 per person which must be prepaid in order to attend. Cost is for materials only; there is no cost for credit(please disregard charges that are greater than the $50 materials fee). You will receive payment instructions upon registration.* Event is provided in partnership with PIAT / Temple University Institute on Disabilities.