Children’s Therapy Unit

Services: Assistive Technology Program

The Children’s Therapy Unit’s Assistive Technology Program provides evaluation, consultation and continuing/professional training in the use of adaptive equipment and devices to increase a child’s independence in daily activities.

Our services can include identification of commercially available products, custom modification of commercial equipment, custom fabrication of unique equipment and child/parent training in the therapeutic use of equipment.

Equipment and devices addressed include, but are not limited to:

• Adaptive switches for control of toys, appliances, computers, power wheelchairs and other items.
• Architectural and home access and safety issues.
• Augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Computer technology, software and devices to allow for independent access.
• Devices to help with daily living tasks.
• Mobility and ambulating equipment.
• Recreation and leisure equipment.
• Seating, standing and positioning equipment.

For more information on the program and how it might help your child become more independent, call 253-697-5200 .