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Assistive Technology

Fine Motor/Dexterity Tools

The Occupational Therapist is the most knowledgeable person in the areas of fine motor and dexterity.

Assistive technology devices that may help student with fine motor and dexterity:

ABLEDATA- a free searchable database of assistive technology products

Activities of Daily Living -

The many devices that help us with routine daily activities such as eating, cooking, and dressing

Alternative Computer Keyboard

Alternative Computer Mouse

Art

Computer Access -

Devices that allow an individual to operate a computer who cannot use a standard keyboard or mouse

  • Don Johnston Switch Interface Pro
  • Microsoft Windows Accessibility Features – (StickyKeys, FilterKeys, MouseKeys, ToggleKeys, Scalable User Interface Elements, Pointer Schemes, Pointer Speed & Acceleration, Pointer Visibility, SnapTo, Configure mouse for right- or left-handed use, Click speed, Click Lock, On-Screen Keyboard, Cursor Width Control)
  • IntelliKeys keyboard with ports for 2 switches
  • Switch with Morse code

Environmental Control - 

Tools that allow a person to turn on/off electronic devices in their environment

  • Light switch extension
  • Switch Adapted Fan
  • Use of interface and switch to turn on electrical appliances (radio, blender, fan, etc.)

Head Pointers and Mouth Sticks

Holders

  • Universal Cuff holder – holds eating utensil, marker, crayon, etc.
  • Arm supports

Recreation and Leisure

Stabilizing Materials

  • Dycem or anti-slip carpet padding
  • Velcro

Stamps

Switch Software

Switches and Mounts

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