Description

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A Doody's Core Title 2012

This new illustrated guide to assistive technologies and devices chronicles the use of AT/AD - technology used by individuals with disabilities to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible.

This book empowers people to use assistive technologies to overcome some of their physical or mental limitations and have a more equal playing field. It includes real-life examples about how people with disabilities are using assistive technology (AT) to assist them in daily tasks, and discusses emotional issues related to AT/AD.

About the Author

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Suzanne Robitaille is the founder and editor of Abledbody.com, a website that covers disability news and assistive technology. Growing up profoundly deaf, Suzanne learned firsthand that people with disabilities can benefit from these type of technologies both professionally and socially. She began her journalism career in 2000 at the "Wall Street Journal's" interactive operations in New York. A year later, she became a technology columnist for "Business Week Online," writing a weekly column on assistive devices and technology. Suzanne has written for various consumer publications and websites, including the "Wall Street Journal," "BusinessWeek Online," and "Media Post," among others.

Praise For…

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Suzanne’s book combines research and personal insight to help even the most novice user make better, more informed choices about assistive technology.”—Frances W. West, Worldwide Director, IBM Human Ability and Accessibility Center

... should be on the Top Ten list of anyone interested in Assistive Technology products.”—David Ditker, Executive Director, Assistive Technology Industry Association

This comprehensive, practical, and detailed guide gives you all the information you need to choose the right options for you or your loved one.”—Kim Dority, Vice President of Content and Strategy, Disaboom

Using a lively narrative style, Suzanne Robitaille takes the reader on a fascinating tour of the latest and best in assistive technology...”—Nick LaRocca, PhD, Vice President Health Care Delivery and Policy Research, National Multiple Sclerosis Society

...Suzanne has demonstrated how people with a range of disabilities can utilize technology to optimize their independence, productivity, and creativity in every aspect of their lives.”—Rosalind Kalb, PhD, Vice President, Professional Resource Center, National Multiple Sclerosis Society

This must-have guide goes beyond descriptions of AT by including developmental histories of devices, cultural considerations, and limitations of technologies that will help interventionists develop uniquely appropriate accommodation plans for clients.”—Ann Logsdon, the About.com Guide to Learning Disabilities

This book will benefit any organization looking to become more informed and interested in anticipating the new, more inclusive future workforce on this critical topic."—John Kemp, Executive Director, U.S. Business Leadership Council