Assistive Technology for Brain Injury
Brain injury steals the basic ability to function from an individual. Individuals with brain injury often have difficulties with memory, simple academics, speech and retention of information that can be accommodated through the use of simple solutions. Some options include:
Timex Ironman Data Watch, which has built-in alarms with text, stopwatch, and computer connection allowing the user to better manage their time, things to do and schedule. The webpage www.Timex.com gives more information about the product.
Post-it www.download.com/Post-it-Software-Notes-Lite/3000-2351_4-10060027.html
is a free software program that places stick-ums on the monitor.
Reminders can be important, and searching Google will uncover several free programs with different features. www.Download.com is one place to look at the various programs available.
Next Up Talk Aloud is a free download from www.nextup.com where the user can type in sentences and have them spoken aloud as a simple communication device.
Small keyboards allow individuals who are hemiplegic easily reach the keys. It makes it less frustrating for the user and can be purchased through www.inclusivetlc.com
There are a variety of computer software applications that may be helpful to individuals with hearing problems, such as Dragon Dictate, and for vision issues, there’s JAWS. Special keyboards, mouse, grips, etc., can also accommodate a student's special needs.