Trekker Training: GPS Training Program

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Jun 292010

Trekker Breeze

Trekker Breeze

What: The First Dog Guide School GPS Training Program

Where: Leader Dogs for the Blind: Rochester, Michigan

Why: This lightweight GPS device is worn around the user’s neck and looks like a fancy calculator with up-and-down arrows and menu buttons to input data. A speaker or headphones can be attached to the Trekker so the user can issue commands and hear the Trekker respond. The Trekker was created for individuals that are blind to get wherever they want to go- whether that is a neighbor’s house, a city park, or a restaurant.

Apply today for the program by visiting the Leader Dog website or call 888-777-5332 .

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Free Microsoft Accessibility Training

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Jun 212010

Viewing Accessibility on XP

Viewing Accessibility on XP

What: A special training will be held by the INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads to provide individuals with disabilities the opportunity to learn more about the accessibility features already built into Microsoft Windows products. We will also provide you with a kit that features instructional media on how to access those accessibility features.

When: Friday, June 25, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Where: Easter Seals Crossroads, 4740 Kingsway Drive, Indianapolis IN 46205

If you are interested in learning how to: make your computer easier to use with alternative input devices, operate the on-screen keyboard, use text or visual alternatives for sound alerts, and magnify the computer screen contact Carol Girt at 888-466-1314 or cgirt@eastersealscrossroads.org

Check out the Microsoft Accessibility Site!

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Assistive Technology and Learning Disabilities Training, May 21

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Jun 032010

The INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads recently held a public training covering topics related to assistive technology and learning disabilities.  Here’s a recap of the event:

Toni Sayer of Cambium Learning Technologies

Toni Sayers of Cambium Learning Technologies

Toni Sayers from Cambium Learning Technologies walked us through the Kurzweil 3000 software.  After breaking down all the features and demonstrating its basic functions, she answered questions about the latest versions of Kurzweil.  Brian Norton, the Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology at Easter Seals Crossroads, introduced various tools to assist with complications attributed to learning disabilities, such as the Classmate Reader, the Livescribe Pulse Pen, and adapted keyboards.

Brian Norton with Livescribe Pulse Pen

Brian Norton with Livescribe Pulse Pen

After lunch, Autumn Gonzalez from the Indiana State Library presented Digital Talking Book Players now available from Indiana Talking Book and Braille Library.  Then we had Jon Omer and Brian Goemmer exhibit the Intel Reader, and closed with Ball State University’s Richard Bellaver, who gave a presentation on a study about using eBooks in school.

Brian Goemmer and Jon Omer with Intel Reader

Brian Goemmer and Jon Omer with Intel Reader

Once again we streamed the training online so that people who couldn’t physically make it to Easter Seals Crossroads could still watch from their location.

If you are interested in attending one of INDATA’s quarterly trainings in the future, make sure to follow us on Twitter or Facebook and watch for announcements.  Have questions or comments about the training?  Contact Sara Croft at scroft@eastersealscrossroads.org.

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ATIA 2010 Conference in Chicago

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May 282010

AugComm Device Hello Goodbye

What: Annual Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) Conference and Exhibition

Where: Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center, Schaumburg (Chicago), Illinois

When: October 27-30, 2010

Why: Over 150 assistive technology educational sessions will be offered, you can browse through the latest devices available in the exhibit hall, and you can connect with other professionals, parents, users, or manufacturers.  The sessions focus on several assistive technology related issues, including everyday technologies, research and professional development, augmentative and alternative communication, and policy to practice.  Free CEUs will be offered.

Register online today!

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Free AAC Workshop in Noblesville

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Mar 032010

AAC device

What: Vanguard/Vantage with Unity Training offered by Prentke Romich Company (PRC)

When: March 19, 2010, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm

Where: Tri-County Education Center, 599 South Harbour Drive, Noblesville, IN 46062

Why: This hands-on workshop will focus on Unity software such as Vantage, Vantage Lite, Vanguard, and ECO for PRC communication devices.  Participants will be trained on how to use vocabulary programs, customize messages, be given teaching strategies, and more.

How: Register for the event by visiting the PRC website and click on “Training.”  From there, click “Search your state to view training opportunities in your local area,” enter “IN” and then “Add Training.”

For more information, call (800) 848-8008.

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Assistive Technology and Cerebral Palsy Training, February 19

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Mar 022010
Donna Roberts of United Cerebral Palsy Association

Donna Roberts of United Cerebral Palsy Association

The INDATA Project sponsored an Assistive Technology and Cerebral Palsy Training on February 19.  This event was an open invitation to anyone wanting to know more about the available resources surrounding Cerebral Palsy.

Not only was the event well attended with over 60 guests, but we also tested our fancy camera equipment and produced a live stream online!

Donna Roberts from the United Cerebral Palsy of Indianapolis was our first speaker, followed by our own Dr. Chuck Dietzen, the Medical Director at Easter Seals Crossroads, and Wendy Gahimer, an Augmentative Communication Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads.  We were also fortunate to have vendors from Tobii ATI and Dynavox Mayer-Johnson display their assistive technology devices.

The training was very much a success.  Our attendants were excited to hear about the advancements being made in robotic therapy from Donna Roberts, touched by Dr. Chuck’s stories about patients he’s treated during his career, and had a chance to try out several assistive technology devices during Wendy’s hands-on demonstration.  We also received some very helpful feedback from folks watching our livestream.

Wendy Gahimer demonstrating assistive technology

Wendy Gahimer demonstrating assistive technology

This was one of four trainings INDATA offers each year.  If you would be interested in attending future trainings, you can follow us on Twitter, friend us on Facebook, or sign up for our email list.  If you have questions or comments, feel free to contact Sara at scroft@eastersealscrossroads.org.

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