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Why is Assistive Technology so important?

There are over 10 million people of working age with disabilities in the US, yet they are consistently underemployed. Assistive Technology (AT) solutions empower employees with a disability or injury to maximize their potential, not to mention the benefits to the employer (increased productivity, higher efficiency and lower staff turnover).

But AT solutions are as unique as the individuals they serve. With so many products available, it can be time-consuming and overwhelming to find just the right one. Without an assessment, individuals can end up with unsuitable technology, leading to user frustration, abandonment of the product(s) and loss of the desired outcome.

Many factors need to be taken into account, including the individual’s learning style, needs, objectives and the work environment. Our comprehensive assessments ensure all these factors are considered in order to recommend solutions tailored specifically for the individual.

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What We Do

SuccessAbility determines the AT needs of individuals to help reduce the functional limitations resulting from disability or injury. Our assessments identify workplace and activity barriers in order to enable an individual to overcome them and become more functionally independent. We provide a comprehensive report that details our findings and identifies the most appropriate AT products and services that will help the individual succeed.

How We Do It

SuccessAbility takes a personal and collaborative approach, working together with consumers to thoroughly understand their medical, educational and disability history. This is essential for identifying areas of strength as well as growth in all relevant environments. We conduct tests that evaluate an individual’s capacity to improve performance, participation and independence. By identifying specific barriers to computer and machine use, we can recommend solutions leading to an individual’s educational or professional success.

The 5-Step Process

1

Identify Challenges

Review medical, educational and disability background as well as current limitations and frustrations.

2

Collect Data

Identify strengths and weaknesses in the execution of workplace activities, including the physical work environment, existing hardware and software, and user behavior.

3

Identify Solutions

Review potential products and support services that help improve performance, enhance confidence and increase independence.

4

Evaluate Options

Conduct trials with the consumer to test the effectiveness of recommended solutions that demonstrate measurable benefits and provide a successful path to integration.

5

Make Recommendations

Recommend AT solutions (if any) in a detailed report, along with follow-up services such as installation, set-up and training as needed.

Why SuccessAbility?

{Play}SuccessAbility has over 20 years of experience in assistive technology consulting. We do not sell technology or represent vendors, so our assessments are 100% objective and unbiased. We will only recommend what is appropriate and necessary for the consumer to reach their educational and career goals.

For existing clients, please email your authorization or PO with our Client Referral Form to Orders@GoSuccessAbility.com.

Contact us at (855) 877-8189 or request a quote for more information.

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