[misc.handicap] Computers/software For The Developmentally Disabled

Ron.Rothenberg@f460.n101.z1.fidonet.org (Ron Rothenberg) (01/05/90)

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 TH> From: AXACH@ALASKA.BITNET (Tony Hatfield)
 TH> Message-ID: <9262@bunker.UUCP>
 TH> Newsgroups: misc.handicap

 TH> Any information on this issue that could be sent my way would be
 TH> greatly appreciated.  This would inlude information about 
 TH> programs that already exist,  special I/O devices for input by 
 TH> clients with limited dexterity.  Also, if anyone out there sees 
 TH> a need for a certain type of program, let me know.  Another 

Hi Tony, 

Hope this is helpful as a start:

PEAL SOFTWARE is designed specifically to teach language 
skills to children with a developmental age from 18 months 
to 8 years.  There are three program disks:  Keytalk; 
Exploratory Play; and Representational Play.  Disks require
the use of the Muppet Learning Keys Keyboard which plugs 
into the game port of the Apple Computer.  For additional 
information contact Peal Software, 2210 Wilshire Blvd., 
Suite 806, Santa Monica, CA 90403 or telephone 213-559-2375
extension 1510.

Taken from "Science, Technology, and Disability," Volume 6,
1986, American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Is your group involved with the Division of Mental Health and Dev.
Disabilities - Community Support Program?

I'm working on a proposal based on the Juneau AMI group housing and
independent living units.  I'd like to see a similar group
residence/independent living units/respite center running here within 2
years.

-rsr-

... There is no fate that can not be surmounted by scorn - A. Camus 

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