Changing Lives Through Technology
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Strategic Process
• Systematic Approach for Incorporating Individual Technology– Service Delivery – Integrated into Individual Services and Supports– Research and Development– New Service Models
Individual Technologies
Universal Interface - UMPCEnvironmental ControlsUniversal DesignCloud Based Communication - VOIP/E-MailDevices RFID, IR and GPS CapableTeaching and Prompting Systems Family Information Systems
Organizational Process
• Technology Labs• Comprehensive Assessment• Individual Planning Process• Staff Training/Supports
Results of Research – SIS Overview Evaluate and measure the type, frequency and
intensity of supports needed for an individual with a developmental disability in 85 areas covering the following domains: Home Living Community Living Lifelong Learning Employment Health and Safety Social Protection and Advocacy Medical Behavioral
Collected directly from participants in a structured interview format.
The Addition of Technology Changed Overall SIS Ratings
SIS Support Needs Index
Support Needs Score
Areas of Development
Integrating Multiple IT Platforms (GPII)DSP Training Product Development and Assessment
Adaptive EquipmentBehavioral SupportsEnergy Usage/Pattern MonitoringSocial Networking
Capturing Life History
Greg Wellems – Imagine!http://www.imaginesmarthomes.org