Assistive Technology.

What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive Technology is any use of technology which helps you perform a task more easily.

Assistive Technology, or AT as it is called, does this by enhancing a person's capabilities and independence, making the environment more accessible for all.

Assistive Technology may be as simple as changing the text sizes on your PC, or more complex such as screen-reading software which reads text and websites aloud.

Assistive Technology is not exclusively for disabled people - everyone can benefit from AT. For example, office workers can use wrist rests to reduce the risk of RSI or adjust their computer settings to reduce eye strain. Assistive Technology helps anyone perform a task more comfortably and productively.

In the Leitrim Region, for support around assistive technology contact ;Bob Murphy, HSE,Telephone 0719174729

Members of LAPWD use varying pieces of assistive technology equipment,e.g. Voice Activation Programmes and will be delighted to support and advice any person wishing to get information.Please contact LAPWD office,071 9651000.