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Adaptive Home Modifications

Adaptive Home Modifications. Assistive Technology: Definition, Information & Funding Resources. Hello, I’m... Jed Elmaleh, MPT, CAPS, MSCS. Accessibility and Assistive Technology (AT) Consumer Advisor, Adaptive Home Design Physical Therapist Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist

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Adaptive Home Modifications

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  1. Adaptive Home Modifications Assistive Technology: Definition, Information & Funding Resources

  2. Hello, I’m...Jed Elmaleh, MPT, CAPS, MSCS • Accessibility and Assistive Technology (AT) Consumer • Advisor, Adaptive Home Design • Physical Therapist • Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist • Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist • All Around Good Guy...

  3. What is “Assistive Technology”? AT refers to "...products, devices or equipment, whether acquired commercially, modified or customized, that are used to maintain, increase or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities...“ (Assistive Technology Act of 1998, As Amended 2004)

  4. Examples of Adaptations In My Home • Blinds – Remote Controlled • Front Door Lock - Electronic • A/V System – Remote Controlled • Computer – Voice-Activated • Bed – Adjustable / Remote Controlled • Toilet – Bidet (TMI?) • Trash Can – Motion-Activated

  5. Some Accreditations to Look For: Accessibility / AT Remodeling • Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) • Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) • Certified Environmental Access Consultant (C.E.A.C.)

  6. AT Categories:Home Accessibility • Computer Access Aids • Daily Living Aids • Environmental Aids • Ergonomic Equipment • Recreation and Leisure Aids • Seating and Positioning Aids • Vision and Reading Aids • Services

  7. SC AT Equipment Resources • Disability Action Center: www.dacsc.org • Midlands & Upstate • disAbility Resource Center: www.drcilc.org • Berkeley, Charleston, Dorchester • Disability Solutions: (866) 450-3848 • Darlington County • Walton Options: www.waltonoptions.org • West SC & East Georgia

  8. SC AT Equipment Resources • SC Assistive Technology Program • www.sc.edu/scatp • SC Equipment Distribution Program • www.scedp.org

  9. AT Information Resources • AbleData: www.abledata.com • National Public Website on AT: www.assistivetech.net • Neighborhood Legal Services: www.nls.org • SC Protection & Advocacy for People with Disabilities: www.pandasc.org

  10. SC Funding Resources • VA:Specially Adapted Housing Program: www.benefits.va.gov/homeloans/sah.asp • Disabled American Veterans: www.dav.org • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): web: idea.ed.gov • Disease-Specific Organizations

  11. SC Funding Resources • SC Vocational Rehabilitation Dept. • SC Assistive Technology Loan Program • SC Self-Employment Loan Program • Contact: Timothy B. Russell 803-896-6349 or Leslie Shipp 803-896-4553, or toll free 866-247-8354, http://www.scvrd.net/i_assist_tech.php

  12. Service Clubs & Organizations: Churches Elks Kiwanis Knights of Columbus Lions Rotary Sertoma Shriners Sororities / Fraternities Other SC Funding Resources

  13. Questions?

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