Vol. 3, No. 5, Sept/Oct 1995	Previous Issues Subscribe to AT Messenger Download PDF Viewer
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Assistive Technology:
More Power to You

Schedule of Events

8:00 - 9:00 a.m. - Registration
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Opening & Keynote
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Break for Exhibits
10:30 - Noon - Breakout Sessions 1-3
Noon - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Breakout Sessions 4-6
2:30-3:00 p.m. - Break for Exhibits
3:00 - 4:30 p.m. - Breakout Sessions 7-9

Lodging Accommodations Closest to Clayton Hall Conference Center

At Interstate 95 & Rt. 896, Exit 1...

Comfort Inn, 1120 S. College Ave.,
800-441-7564
Howard Johnson, 1119 S. College Ave.,
800-654-2000

At Interstate 95 & Rt. 273, Exit 3...

Best Western, 260 Chapman Road
800-633-3203
Hampton Inn, Three Concord Lane
800-426-7866


Holiday Inn, 1203 Christiana Road
800-465-4329
McIntosh Inn, 100 McIntosh Plaza
800-444-2775

All addresses are Newark, Delaware.

Directions to Clayton Hall Conference Center

Clayton Hall is on Route 896 in Newark, just north of the University of Delaware's Main Campus. From either direction take Interstate 95 to the 896 North exit for Newark and the University campus. Follow signs for 896 North until you come to the entrance to Clayton Hall on the right.

Session Descriptions

1) AT Overview
Maureen Schweitzer, DATI Kent County ATRC
Basic introduction of assistive aids from low-tech to high-tech for people of all ages and disabilities. The role of the DATI ATRCs and other related services will be discussed.

2) What is Happening with Medicaid Coverage of AT?
Brian Hartman, Esquire, Disabilities Law Program
This seminar will provide an overview of Medicaid coverage of AT and an opportunity to discuss consumer issues. The panel will include an attorney, a provider, a Medicaid administrator, and DATI staff.

3) School Accessibility Panel
Sue Weimer, P.A.I.R., Chair; Wayne Carter, Larry Field, Gerard Landreth
How accessible are our schools? This group of panelists will discuss the current status of accessibility in our schools, and mechanisms through funding and advocacy to improve access.

4) Computer Access for Everyone-Intellikeys, Click-It & More
Ed Salisbury and Patty Hove, DATI Kent County ATRC
Overview of alternative access methods for IBM and Macintosh computers, especially focusing on Intellikeys, Overlay Maker and Click-It, a new product from Intellitools. Participants will gain an understanding of the broad applications of these technologies for educational and vocational purposes.

5) Overview of Wheelchair Seating & Positioning with an Emphasis on Technology & Assessment (Session I)
Nancy Ranalli, Jill Bauder, Michael Meyreles, Easter Seal Society of Del-Mar
Demonstration of various technology to assess appropriate seating and positioning needs. Presentation will include an actual seating evaluation. Session I will include information on basic seating systems and components.

6) Assistive Technology & Home Modification for Older Persons with Disabilities
Thomas Burford, Center for AT, SUNY Buffalo
This presentation will provide an overview of applications of assistive devices and home modifications that will aid older persons to carry out the tasks of daily living and maintain their functional independence.

7) ECT Teaching: Practical Strategies for Teaching Functional Communication Skills
Susan Quinlisk-Gill
Environmental Communication Teaching (ECT) targets communication in meaningful contexts and provides partners with skills to prompt rather than preempt those with limited cognitive ability. The strategies presented are applicable in a multitude of situations.

8) Overview of Wheelchair Seating & Positioning with an Emphasis on Technology & Assessment (Session II)
Session II will build on Session I through application to client case studies.

9) Robotics Research
William Harwin, Bob Piech, ASEL, University of DE/A.I. duPont Institute, Richard Howell, Ohio State University
Overview of existing robotic technology available for individuals with disabilities. Presentation will also include demonstrations of current research projects at ASEL, including projects in educational and vocational robotics and the Consumer Innovation Laboratory.