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Central Site Activities

For more details or registration information, call the DATI Central Site Office at 651-6790 (Voice), 651-6794 (TDD), or 651-6793 (FAX).

Open House at each of the DATI Assistive Technology Resource Centers

New Castle-Tuesday, January 9, 12-7 p.m.
Kent-Thursday, January 11, 12-7 p.m.
Sussex-Friday, January 12, 12-7 p.m.

These open houses provide an opportunity to get acquainted with the ATRCs and their staff, equipment, and information resources. Come to the open house and enjoy informal tours, networking, and refreshments.

New Castle County ATRC Workshops

For more details or registration information, call the New Castle ATRC at 657-5647 (Voice), 657-5893 (TDD), or 657-5649 (FAX). (V) indicates a Video presentation.

Adaptive Recreation Equipment - Let's explore Abledata to search for details on where to purchase adaptive toys and recreation equipment with Carol Barnett of NCC Parks & Recreation.

AT for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - This workshop will be presented by the ATRC staff. The workshop will cover a demonstration on available AT and other resources for the deaf & hard of hearing.

DVI Workshop for the Visually Impaired - DVI's Kate Semmel will give an overview of the many services offered through DVI. Trainings, assessment and evaluations, and equipment recommendations are just a few of the topics that will be discussed. Also, gain hands-on with AT for the visually impaired.

DigiVoxTM Set-up - This is an introductory course on basic DigiVoxTM programming and operation. Participants will become familiar with the DigiVoxTM hardware and software, learn how to program the DigiVoxTM, create DigiVoxTM overlays and become familiar with DigiVoxTM selection methods options.

Delaware Relay Service Workshop - Sales & Marketing representative Colleen Conway will present an overview on the history of relay services, deaf culture, and give a demonstration of a mock relay call and more!

DynaVoxTM Set-up - This is a course on basic DynaVoxTM programming and operation. Participants will be introduced to the DynaVoxTM hardware and software, and become familiar with adjusting controls, creating communication screens, and selection method options.

DynaVoxTM Advanced Basics - This is the follow-up course to DynaVoxTM Set-up. This course is open to anyone who is familiar with the basics of DynaVoxTM operations. In this course participants will be better able to organize communication screens, learn programming short cuts and advanced techniques, and be better able to adjust selection method options based on individual needs. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to have individual needs and questions discussed.

Learning DragonDictate - ATRC Coordinator George Himes will explore the specialities of DragonDictate. Join in to see the wonderful adventure of hands-free computing!

The Internet - Rehab engineer Rob Czetli will give an overview of the Internet. You will learn basics and gain tips on how the Internet can be a great resource for you!

Now You See It (V) - Technology for people who are deaf & hard of hearing.

Unity for Life Training - An introduction to Prentke Romich's newest Vocabulary Program "UNITY."

Kent County ATRC Workshops

For more details or registration information, call the Kent County ATRC at 739-6885 (Voice), 739-6886 (TDD), or 739-6887 (FAX).

DigiVoxTM Set-up -This is an introductory course on basic DigiVoxTM programming and operation. Participants will become familiar with the DigiVoxTM hardware and software, learn how to program the DigiVoxTM, create DigiVoxTM overlays and become familiar with DigiVoxTM selection methods options.

Disabilities and AT - An overview of various disabilities associated with Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Mental Retardation, Parkinson's, and Head Injury. Also an equipment demonstration of Assistive Technology that can be used to improve functional abilities and achieve independence.

DynaVox Advanced Basics - This is the follow-up course to DynaVoxTM Set-up. This course is open to anyone who is familiar with the basics of DynaVoxTM operations. In this course participants will be better able to organize communication screens, learn programming short cuts and advanced techniques, and be better able to adjust selection method options based on individual needs. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to have individual needs and questions discussed.

Early Intervention - See how AT can be used to assist children with disabilities to increase play skills. Also, discover how a computer can be used to help a child with learning and communication.

Sensory Impairments - An all day workshop focusing on technology for people with sensory impairments. Jim Tyler from Delaware Hearing Consultants will discuss technology available to accommodate those with hearing loss. Ed Jory from the Division for the Visually Impaired will demonstrate equipment for those with blindness or low vision. Ed Salisbury from DATI will demonstrate telecommunications options for those with hearing or speech impairments. CEU credits.

Sussex County ATRC Workshops

For more details or registration information, call the Sussex County ATRC at 856-7946 (Voice), 856-6714 (Voice or TDD), or 856-6990 (FAX).

AT in the Workplace - Attendees at this workshop will learn the many ways in which the workplace can be made accessible for people with disabilities. Equipment demonstrations will range from an electric stapler to a voice activated computer. Seating, ergonomics, and prevention of repetitive strain injuries will also be discussed.

Computer Basics - The purpose of this workshop is to simplify computer terminology and provide you with the basic information necessary to operate a computer and choose a computer and software to meet your needs.

Introduction to AAC - This workshop will review what is involved in completing an augmentative and alternative evaluation for individuals who are nonspeaking. Participants will gain information about low tech and high tech communication devices such as the Say-It-All, Macaw, Voice 160, DynaVoxTM, and System 2000. One case study will be presented.