Assistive Technology: An Interdisciplinary Approach

This new resource explores all aspects of independent living for people with disabilities. It features a systems approach centered on the consumer, the assessment of his or her needs, and the selection of appropriate equipment to help meet those needs.

Improves outcomes for individuals with disabilities by using a holistic approach that considers the consumer, task, environment, and device.

Focuses on increasing the independence of the assistive technology consumer and addressing his or her preferences and goals.

Emphasizes the principles, concepts, and methods that have been proven successful by consumers.

Discusses the use of assistive technology in school, at work, in the community, and at home.

Explains how to evaluate equipment in order to make the most effective use of technology.

Illustrates the use of equipment with photographs in each chapter.

Includes checklists and assessment tools to make the reader's work easier.

Features a clear and direct writing style.

Clarifies roles and increases awareness of how assistive technology fits into a broad range of professional disability services.