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Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)

Disability Employment Initiative (DEI). Access Series: Assistive Technology (AT) & The One-Stop. Hosted/Facilitated by: Miranda Kennedy, NDI Consulting, Inc Presented by: Lisa Rosano-Kaczkowski, New York AT Project Mystie Rail, Assistive Technology of Alaska. 2011 Training Series.

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Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)

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  1. Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) Access Series: Assistive Technology (AT) & The One-Stop Hosted/Facilitated by: Miranda Kennedy, NDI Consulting, Inc Presented by: Lisa Rosano-Kaczkowski, New York AT ProjectMystie Rail, Assistive Technology of Alaska 2011 Training Series

  2. Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) • Physical, programmatic, and communication accessibility • DOL expects will review and upgrade access to their One-Stop Career Center • Training and Technical Assistance to DEI Projects to increase accessibility • Evaluation of the impact of the DEI

  3. Learning Objectives • A broad understanding of the myriad types of Assistive Technology • An increased understanding of Assistive Technology (AT) resources & partners • Strategies for accessing AT, and AT-related resources to provide good customer service

  4. Agenda • What is Assistive Technology (AT)? • Overview & highlights of Legislation around AT • Case Studies • AT Partners & Resources • State collaboration updates from NY & AK • Q&A

  5. What is Assistive Technology? • “Assist”or“Assistive” • to give usually supplementary support or aid • providing aid or assistance; specifically: designed or intended to assist disabled persons Merriam-Webster Dictionary

  6. What is Assistive Technology? • “Technology” • the practical application of knowledge especially in a particular area • a manner of accomplishing a task especially using technical processes, methods, or knowledge • the use of science in industry, engineering, etc., to invent useful things or to solve problems • a machine, piece of equipment, method, etc., that is created by technology Merriam-Webster Dictionary Merriam-Webster Dictionary

  7. What is Assistive Technology? • Assistive + Technology = • generic term for devices and modifications that help overcome or remove a disability • devices, software, or services for people with disabilities that promotes greater independence • provides enhancements to or changed methods of interacting with the technology needed to accomplish such tasks Merriam-Webster Dictionary

  8. What is Assistive Technology? • In the beginning….

  9. What is Assistive Technology? • AT Decision Puzzle

  10. Low Tech Assistive Technology? any device or system that allows someone with a disability to perform tasks they would otherwise be unable to do

  11. MidTech Assistive Technology? any device or system that allows someone with a disability to perform tasks they would otherwise be unable to do

  12. High Tech Assistive Technology? any device or system that allows someone with a disability to perform tasks they would otherwise be unable to do

  13. Did you know? • 57% of working age adults in the U.S. are likely to benefit from the use of accessible technology • 2010 unemployment rate • 14.8 % for people with a disability • 9.4 % for people with no disability • Employer costs for accommodations • 56% cost $0 • 38% incurred a one-time cost • 4% incurred on

  14. Legislation Assistive Technology Act of 1998Public Law 105-394 [29 USC 2201] • Also known as the “Tech Act” • Three types of programs: • Demonstration centers, information and awareness, equipment loan • Protection and advocacy • Low interest loans and other alternative financing options

  15. Assistive Technology Laws Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Public Law 101-334 [42 USC 12101] http://www.ada.gov Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)Public Law 94-142 http://idea.ed.gov/ Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act29 USC § 794d http://www.section508.gov Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act Amendments of 1998P.L. 105-332 Section 1 (b) [20 USC 2302] http://www2.ed.gov/policy/sectech/leg/perkins/index.html

  16. Assistive Technology Laws Telecommunications Act of 1996Title I - Public Law 104-104 [47 USC 255] & [47 USC 613] http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/unframed/47/225.html http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/unframed/47/613.html The Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 Public Law 100-394 [47 USC 610 (b)] http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/unframed/47/610.html Federal Government Procurement of Accessible Information TechnologyPublic Law 105-220 Section 408 [29 USC 794 (d)] http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/unframed/29/794.html Workforce Investment Act of 1998Public Law 105-220 [29 USC 701] http://www.doleta.gov/usworkforce/wia/act.cfm

  17. Case Studies Computer Access Example Background • Age: young man • Diagnosis: Muscular Dystrophy • Observations: fine motor deficits • AT Used: Power wheelchair Goal • Teach college level Accounting

  18. Case Studies Computer Access Example Goal • Teach college level Accounting

  19. Case Studies Computer Access Example 2 Background • Diagnosis: Multiple Sclerosis • Observations: Weak upper extremity strength and limitations in movement, difficulty using keyboard and mouse • AT Used: manual wheelchair Goal • Review patient charts to gather data independently

  20. Case Studies Computer Access Example 2 Goal • Review patient charts to gather data independently

  21. Case Studies Low Vision Example Background • Diagnosis: Low Vision • AT Used: Zoomtext magnification software Goal • Needs to access website necessary to do his job

  22. Case Studies Low Vision Example Goal • Needs to access website necessary to do his job

  23. Case Studies Environmental Control Example Background • Diagnosis: Quadriplegia • Observations: Partial arm and shoulder movement, hand mobility impairments • AT Used: Power wheelchair Goal • Office Assistant

  24. Case Studies Environmental Control Example Goal • Office Assistant

  25. Case Studies Self-Employment Example Background • Age: mid ‘50s • Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy and Mild Mental Deficits • Observations: Dysarthria, fine motor deficits, non-ambulatory Goal • Greeting card design business

  26. Case Studies Self-Employment Example Goal • Greeting card design business

  27. Partners and Resources • Partners and Resources

  28. New York AT Project & DEI • Lisa update

  29. Assistive Technology of Alaska & DEI • Mystie update

  30. Q&A

  31. Contact Information • Lisa Rosano-Kaczkowski New York AT Project • Mystie Rail, Director Assistive Technology of Alaska (907) 563-2599 xt. 106 mystie@atlaak.org www.atlaak.org

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