Leveraging Smart Technology to Enhance Independence for Autistic Individuals

• By: Amanda Pfohl, MA, SYC Lauren Tucker, EdD Southern Connecticut State University
• October 2nd, 2023
• AAC, augmentative and alternative communication device, communication, communication skills, Fall 2023 Issue, independence, reminders, smart technology, speech, technology, voice assistants
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Independent living for autistic individuals requires a complex set of tasks and increased responsibility for caregivers, who often support independence remotely. Considering how technology can complement this task is crucial to maximizing available resources and enhancing the lives of those...

Enhancing Communication and Accessibility: Assistive Technology for Individuals with Autism

• By: Anne Reynolds Manes & Weinberg, LLC, Special Needs Lawyers
• July 5th, 2023
• accommodations, assistive technology, augmentative and alternative communication device, communication, evaluation, school, students, Summer 2023 Issue, technology
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What do a wheelchair, closed captioning on a television screen, and a visual schedule all have in common? They are part of an extensive list of products or services that enable those with disabilities to access activities of daily living. Like a wheelchair, assistive technology can provide...