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Federal Definition of AT?
Definition:Assistive technology means 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. These may include commercially available or “home made” devices that are specially designed to meet the idiosyncratic needs to a particular individual.
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Other definitions…
AT is defined as technological tools used to access education, employment, recreation or communication, to live as independently as possible.AT is devices and aids which can help a person with a disability perform activities that might otherwise be difficult or not possible.
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Commonly known AT items
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Eye glasses
● Positioners● Tumble form chairs
● Seating Equipment
● Standers
● Bolsters● Rifton
chairs
● Sensory Equipment
● Switches
● Feeding Equipment● Splints
● Therapy Balls
● Hearing aids
● Wheelchairs● Communication systems
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Tots n Tech National Research Institute
Best Practices Grant for 0-3 populationIncrease participation in functional skills at home and in the communityIncrease proper documentation of AT use on IFSPDecrease barriers for the development and funding of AT items.Increase consistent well-established guidelines for assessment, use, and billing.
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Tots n Tech National Research Institute
State and community levelsWhat are the decision making processes and typical practices?What resources are available to providers and families?What training and supports are provided?What is the prevalence and use of AT in the 0-3 population?
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TNT Outcomes
TNT Newsletter and website was developed to share ideas throughout the country.Improved definitions of AT.Ongoing communication regarding the use of AT in the 0-3 population.
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The AT ContinuumHigh Tech - incorporate sophisticated electronics or computers.
Some items can grow with the child from simple to more advanced.Typically more expensive.Involves more paperwork which can delay obtaining the item for long periods of time.Sometimes can be too complicated for families to use and therefore don’t use as often as anticipated.
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The AT Continuum
Medium Tech – relatively complicated mechanical devices such as wheelchairs.
Low Tech – less sophisticated and can include devices such as an adapted spoon handle, Velcro fasteners, and non-tipping cups. These items can usually be found in local stores or catalogs.
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AT dollars and the budget
Assistive technology is reimbursed at 100% and is not subject to risk share.When added to an IFSP, Early Steps must cover requested equipment.AT dollars are significantly impacting the limited budget.
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Budget Solutions
Using creative low tech AT solutions can:Usually meet the same individual needs of a child on their IFSP as high tech solutions in many cases.Decrease the significant impact on the monthly budget.Improve families access to AT solutions quicker and with less paperwork or “red tape”.
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Budget Solutions
Low tech items can be less expensive and easier to find.Many times, low tech items can even be found at garage sales or second hand stores. Using lending libraries to test equipment before ordering.
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Budget Solutions
Try low tech options for a period of time before requesting costly equipment on IFSP.If many costly items are necessary, a referral to Shriners may be more appropriate then requesting multiple items from Early Steps.Reminder: Any AT item must be requested by the time the child is 30 months of age.
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Seating High Tech:
Rifton Chair $529.00
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Low Tech: Booster Chair High Chair $39.99 $30.00 +
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How do I Adapt a highchair/chair?
BlanketsPillowsTowelsPhone book/ booksWhat items have you used successfully?
Use the items below to position the child easily in a highchair or other type of chair.
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Tray for Seating Low Tech High Tech $17-$20 $599.00
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Ideas to assist in seating… High Tech:
Wedges (Move N’ Sit) $32.95“Sit Upons” $42.95Bolsters $104 +Neck Collars $84.95
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Ideas to assist in seating… Low Tech:
Pillows (Free)CushionsBeach Balls (one puff of air)Blankets Rolled UpBean BagsBoppys
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Inflatable pool float
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Boppie – Pillows - Cushions
These items can provide supports in many ways.
Sitting, upper extremity support, head support, etc.Can be used on floor, in chair, in swing, in shopping cart, etc.
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Feeder Seat High Tech: Low Tech:
$299.99 + $69.99 +
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Tummy Time Positioning High Tech: $849.00
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Tummy Time Positioning Low Tech:
$24.00 $40.00
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Other low tech ideas…
Crawling device- Skateboard with paddingSeat support- Shopping cart insert with foam noodle and pillowSeat support- Laundry basket with pillow
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Bath Chairs High Tech: Low Tech:
$379 + $19.00 or less
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Splinting and AFO’s
High Tech:Benick hand splints (neoprene hand splints)$300-$500Westcoast Brace and Limb for AFO’s$500-$1000 depending on the need. (Shriners
provides these free of charge)
Theratogs- blue neoprene suits that are $500. Be careful with this, for orthopedic condition versus a neurological condition.
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Splinting and AFO’s
Low Tech:Futuro Wrist splints (CVS) $20-$30.00Taping can provide either the same stimulating or inhibiting effects to muscle groups as bracing. Can be done by family members if taught by therapist. Can be found at CVS.Techniques such as icing and vibration can also provide the same results as bracing in some cases.
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Feeding Utensils Low Tech:
$5.49-$9.99 versus $9.99-$14.99 more from a catalog
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Cause and Effect Toys High Tech: Low Tech: $299.00 $19-$30
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Alternative Eating Utensils
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Push Light
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Velcro Strips
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Adapted Utensil- Velcro strips
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Adapted Utensil-toy ring
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Adapted Utensil-shower Curtain ring
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Adapted Utensil-foam noodle
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Adapted Utensil-tennis ball
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Adapted Utensil- bowling pin
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Adapted Utensil- film container
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Adapted Utensil – stress ball
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Hand Support Device- panty hose
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Hand Support Device- panty hose
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Water bottle with slits
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Hand Support Device- foam toy
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Adapted Puzzle- foam pieces
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Adapted Toy- small block
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Adapted Book – foam pieces
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Adapted Book- pom-pom balls
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Adapted Book – popsicle sticks
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Communication Book- folder
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Communication Ring- key chain
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Communication Box- pencil box
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Resources
Community Lending Libraries: Shriners/IYCIndependent Living, Inc.Advance Abilities SolutionsFAAST
Tech N Tots website for a long list of resources and websites www.asu.edu/clas/tnt/home_files/ideas.htm
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Resources
Make and Take Workshops – Janet Atkinson IYC 356-1632Family Guide to AT – www.pluk.orgAssistive Technology Centre- www.nsnet.orgAssistive Tech Net – www.assistivetech.netAssistive Technology Industry Assoc.-www.atia.org