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Assistive Technology Consultant
Helen Kenzig
As Assistive Technology (AT) consultant Helen Kenzig works with educational teams to identify and implement strategies that assist learners who may need AT strategies or devices. Prior to her SST 4 work, Mrs. Kenzig has worked extensively with assistive technology as an occupational therapist in public schools. Mrs. Kenzig received her OT degree from the Ohio State University, and her Masters of Education from Kent State University.
Contact information: lc_kenzig@lgca.org or 440.350.2563 ext 751
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Assitive Technology
It has been estimated that 54 million people or 20.6 percent of all Americans have some level of disability. Assistive technology (AT) can be defined as any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. (29 U.S.C. Sec 2202(2)).
According to the Interagency Committee on Disability Research 2001-2002 Report to the President and Congress (October 2003), individuals with disabilities use AT to accommodate limitations due to their disabilities. A few examples include:
- A computer that can be programmed to talk for individuals who cannot speak
- Wheelchairs, both manual and power, for individuals who cannot walk due to paralysis or weakness in their legs
- Hearing aids and other amplification devices for individuals with hearing loss
- Large screen computers for individuals with visual problems
OCALI ppt (Jim Earnhart)
Assistive Technology Resources (copyright Joy Zabala 2009)
Additional Assistive tecnology resources-4/10/2010
Below are links you may find helpful.
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