10 12, 2021

How Assistive Technology Can Support Those Experiencing “Long COVID”

2021-12-10T14:15:25-05:00December 10th, 2021|Resource|

Reposted from IL_NET TA, National Technical Assistance Center for Independent Living What Are “Post-COVID Conditions (Long COVID)?” According to the CDC, post-COVID conditions are “a wide range of new, returning, or ongoing health problems people can experience four or more weeks after first being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.” Often referred to as [...]

27 09, 2021

SCSU Partnering for Virtual AT Success

2021-09-27T11:55:19-04:00September 27th, 2021|Resource|

Written by Dr. Lauren Tucker The COVID-19 Pandemic resulted in all educational settings unexpectedly converting to alternative teaching formats. Although a challenging conversion, this transition revealed a huge opportunity to collaborate with practicing teachers for the Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) Graduate Program in Assistive Technology. Two initiatives were implemented in the 2020-2021 academic semesters [...]

27 09, 2021

Communicating the SAME Message

2021-09-27T11:49:20-04:00September 27th, 2021|Resource|

By Linsey Zanchetti, SCSU Student My name is Linsey Zanchetti and I am a graduate level student completing my 6th year certification in Assistive Technology at Southern Connecticut State University. This summer, I am completing an independent study with the guidance of Dr. Lauren Tucker, targeting core language approach and modeling with augmentative or alternative [...]

28 05, 2021

Generations On Line (GoL) Offers New Free Tutorials

2021-05-28T07:57:17-04:00May 28th, 2021|Resource|

GoL wants to simplify tools and technology for older adults, helping foster and promote their internet literacy, access and skills, while also helping them overcome any fears associated with electronic media. GoL is offering free tutorials that may be useful to many older adults who are online users. Visit the links below to learn more: [...]

17 12, 2020

Accessible Pharmacy Services Can Help Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities

2020-12-17T11:28:57-05:00December 17th, 2020|Resource|

by Patrick Olsen, Director of Business Development for Accessible Pharmacy Services in Connecticut Accessible Pharmacy is a comprehensive healthcare company specializing in medication management for individuals who are blind, have a disability or are part of the senior community. Accessible Pharmacy Services provides free home delivery throughout Connecticut and will work with any insurance provider, [...]

7 08, 2020

UR Community Cares

2020-08-07T10:15:50-04:00August 7th, 2020|Resource|

Written by Donna Powell If you’re looking for ways to help older adults age in place and persons with physical disabilities live more independently, you can now refer people to UR Community Cares.  This nonprofit organization, based in Manchester and covering all of Conn., is making great strides in matching up homebound residents and others [...]

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