ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Assistive Technology is any piece of equipment or device that can help a person to minimize the barriers that come with a disability. By minimizing the barriers we can make everyday living easier and we can live more independently.
Senior Services started a lending closet, that is comprised of devices to assist the visual and hearing impaired, with a seed grant from the Salisbury Altrusa Club. The benefit of a lending closet is that any older adult can borrow items to make sure it is something that a person would use before they make a major purchase. We will also advise a person on where to make the purchase of the product at the best price.
The loan period can be up to 30 days if needed. If necessary, a one time extension of two weeks may be granted at the discretion of Senior Services staff.
INVENTORY LIST TO CHOOSE FROM:
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Item
|
Description
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| Pocketalker w/earphone |
Portable amplifier-TV remains at normal volume for other listeners; reduces problems with personal conversation |
| Pocketalker w/headphone |
Portable amplifier-TV remains at normal volume for other listeners; reduces problems with personal conversation |
| 32" Reacher w/Magnet |
Pick up objects out of normal reach or assist with grasping |
| Telephone Amplifier (in line) |
Amplifier plugs into phone handset |
| Pill Time |
Container with belt/purse clip. Holds pills; has 4 different alarm settings to remind to take medication |
| Tel-RX Prescription Recorder |
For sight or memory impaired. Recorder attaches to medicine bottle - gives verbal prompt to take medication as prescribed |
| Signature Guide - Metal |
Helps writer stay within lines when signing checks, contracts, etc. |
| Super Portable Telephone Amp |
Small device slips on phone handset to amplify; good to use for vacations, hotel stays, etc. |
| Dress EZ |
Helps remove items from closet and get dressed with minimal bending or stretching |
| Flexible Sock & Stocking Aid |
Assists with putting socks/stockings on without bending or stretching |
| EZ Shoe-On |
Assists with putting shoes on without bending or stretching |
| 8 dram MEDIFIER |
Magnifier wraps around small pill bottle |
| Shoe Remover |
Assists with removing shoes without bending or stretching |
| Telephone Signaler (flashes lamp) |
Light flashes when phone rings |
| Rotating one hand Button & Zipper Aid |
Useful for dressing with one hand after stroke or amputation |
| Bed/couch push-up bar |
Provides support when sitting or rising from bed/couch |
| Check Writing Guide |
Helps writer stay within lines when writing checks |
| Large Envelope Writing Guide |
Keeps words in straight line |
| Superior Letter Guide |
Keeps words in straight line |
| Portable Check Writing Guide |
Helps writer stay within lines when writing checks |
| Teletalker Telephone (Amplified) |
55dB Amplified phone: large buttons, flashing ring indicator with 95dB ringer - noise reducer |
| Uplift Power Seat (PS-1000) |
Electric seat assists with sitting and rising from chair |
| Seat Assist (MED-UL 300) |
Portable pneumatic seat assists with sitting and rising from chair |
FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO THE
North Carolina Assistive Technology Program. [NCATP]
NCATP is a state and federally funded program that provides statewide assistive technology services to people of all ages and abilities.