[NJTechDiv] FW: 2021 Virtual Assistive Technology Expo

[Steve Cook]

From: Assistive Technology Online Network <ATNETWORK at LISTSERV.SC.EDU> On
Behalf Of Carol Page
Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2021 12:57 PM
To: ATNETWORK at LISTSERV.SC.EDU
Subject: 2021 Virtual Assistive Technology Expo

 


2021 Virtual Assistive Technology Expo 


Date: March 2, 2021

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Target Audience: People with disabilities, their families, seniors,
educators, veterans, and healthcare professionals.

Cost: Free!

Register Now
<https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkf-mppjMuGdCYQqaFADvX0pBftqmro4JC>
(you must register to receive a Zoom confirmation email)

Prizes: Two $50 gift cards will be given away at the end of each session.
You must be logged into the session to win!

Accessibility: Closed captioning and ASL sign language will be provided.
Contact Janet Lambert at 803-935-5263, janet.lambert at uscmed.sc.edu
<mailto:janet.lambert at uscmed.sc.edu>  with questions or accessibility needs.

 


Session Schedule 


8:30 a.m. 


KeyNote Speaker 


Don Johnston, M.S.


Mr. Johnston is the CEO and Founder of Don Johnston Incorporated. For forty
years, Don has committed himself to developing Human Learning Tools and
Curriculum for classrooms to serve the widest range of student learning
needs.


 


9:00 a.m.


Essential AT for Individuals with Significant Disabilities


Speaker: Cindy Richardson, AbleNet, Inc.

Participants will learn about low-to-high tech communication devices,
computer and iPad access, various switches and environmental control
devices. 

 


9:30 a.m.


ADA Ramps and Other Common Accessibility Equipment


Speakers: Allen Cates and Sherri Hutto, AmRamp of the Carolinas

Participants will learn about the different types of ramps that meet ADA
requirements as well as other accessibility equipment for use inside the
home. 

 


10:00 a.m.


Beneath the Surface of Readtopia


Speaker: Candy Cooper, Don Johnston Inc. 

Participants will learn about the Readtopia reading curriculum and how it
brings experiential learning into the classroom, so students with complex
needs can bridge the gap between learning through reading and learning
through experiencing. 

 


10:30 a.m.


Meet the EyeOn 


Speaker: Wayne Jones, Eye Tech Digital Systems 

Participants will be introduced to EyeTech's new eye gaze speech-generating
device called the EyeOn. The EyeOn is an all-in-one tablet with eye-tracking
technology designed to support non-verbal individuals with conditions such
as Autism, Cerebral Palsy and ALS. 

 


11:00 a.m.


Portable Reading Devices Provide Independence and Confidence


Speaker: Frank Beard, Quintex Low Vision 

Participants will see a demonstration of OrCam's two portable devices which
instantly read text from any printed or digital surface. They can also
recognize faces, products, and money.  No internet needed. 

 


11:30 a.m.


Practical UDL and Personalized Instruction Tools for ALL Students


Speaker: Tim Jones, TextHelp

Participants will see demonstrations of Read&Write for Google Chrome,
EquatIO, and WriQ. We will explore text-to-speech, word prediction,
dictation, text and picture dictionaries, annotations and more that can help
ALL students and especially those who struggle with reading and writing.  

 


Noon 


Lunch Break


 


12:30 p.m.


Door Prize Give Away from the SC DD Council and SCATP


 


1:00 p.m.


The Benefits of Power 


Speakers:  Brandon Wall and Megan Fitzpatrick, Numotion 

Participants will see a demonstration of power functions on wheelchairs and
the benefits associated with the functions. Functions we will explore
include tilt, recline, elevating legs, seat lift, and more. 

 


1:30 p.m.


AAC Options! How do I choose the right high-tech device for my client? 


Speaker: Wyatt Franken

Participants will see a demonstration of the software and hardware features
of the exclusive communication device families: Wego and Zuvo!   

 


2:00 p.m.


Learn How to Borrow Manual and Power Wheelchairs from SCATP 


Speakers: Archie McPherson and Tammy Wallace

Participants will learn how to borrow manual and power wheelchairs for
people living with paralysis from the SC Assistive Technology Program. This
loan program will fill the gap for people until they receive their own
custom wheelchair. Participants will see a demonstration of power functions
on wheelchairs that benefit individuals with paralysis. The SC Assistive
Technology Program received a Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Grant
for 2021. National Seating and Mobility is partnering with SCATP to
implement the project. 

 


2:30 p.m. 


All about Video Magnifiers


Speaker:  Jeff Bachand, Eschenbach Optik of America, Inc. 

Participants will see a demonstration of an array of hand-held video
products and portable desktop magnifiers and explore the features and
benefits of the different magnifiers. 

 


3:00 p.m.


Obi Robot 


Speaker: Heather Rehs, Obi Robot - Desin, Inc.

Participants will see how the Obi Robot helps with dining and feeding people
who do not have use of their hands and arms.

 


3:30 p.m.


SC Assistive Technology Program 101 


Speaker: Carol Page 

Participants will learn about the programs and services provided by the SC
Assistive Technology Program. You will learn about equipment demonstrations,
equipment loans, the reuse service, the equipment exchange program, and the
Mobility Independence Project. You will also be able to ask any questions
about the programs and services. 

 



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