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...

Enabling Smart Technologies to Improve Individuals’ Lives

• By: Matthew Cerasaro Greystone Programs, Inc.
• April 1st, 2022
• autonomy, communication, health and wellness, independence, routines, smart technology, Spring 2022 Issue, technology, technology inclusion, workforce
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The COVID-19 pandemic moved us into a digital space and opened up the world of smart technologies. It challenged us to ask ourselves, “How can we integrate advances in technology into the lives of our individuals to promote independence, lessen the dependency on staff, and move away from a prompt...