Aloha Ability Bulletin

Aloha Ability Tech Update

June 10, 2024

We are expanding our Lending Library. Check out something new today!

Environmental Adaptation Highlight

ATRC has recently expanded the inventory of devices for Environmental Adaptations in our Loan Library.

two wifi mini plugs plugged into an outlet

WiFi Mini Plug by Kasa

Use these plugs with any device or appliance that can be left in the on position - a light, fan, fountain pump, radio. They work through your Wi-Fi and an app on a smartphone or tablet. Once the plug is entered in your device, you can use voice commands to turn the plug, and thereby whatever is plugged into it, on and off.

tablet style screen mounted on round base with speaker

Echo Show 10

This device is not only great for people with limited access, but also great for caregivers! Use it to set up your smart home and control lights, thermostats, and security cameras. Use it to make video calls to your friends and loved ones. Use it to manage your entertainment. Use it to manage your groceries and cooking. Use it as a digital frame to scroll through your favorite memories. As a caregiver, use it to check in on your loved ones throughout the day.

white flash receiver with indicator lights set in front of product box

Bellman & Symfon Alerting Systems

Bellman & Symfon has a variety of alerting systems for people who are Deaf and hard of hearing. Different transmitter options can alert to phones, doorbells, fires and carbon monoxide, and babies. Receivers alert with flashing lights, varying loud sounds, and heavy vibrations.

ATRC is working on expanding our AT Device Lending Library. We have devices in the areas of Daily Living, Speech Communication, Environmental Adaptations, Vision, Hearing, Learning, Cognition and Development, Computers and Related, Mobility, Seating and Positioning, Vehicle Modifications, and Recreational, Sports, and Leisure.

Please call or email us to start the loan process!

info@atrc.org

808-753-7110

Rochester Institute of Technology

Upper Body Motor Impairment Survey

Mililani Rosare is a graduate student at the Rochester Institute of Technology in the Human-Computer Interaction Program. She is conducting a study to learn about individuals with upper-body motor impairments and how they use assistive technology devices when using a computer and/or laptop. She shared:

"the research is to learn more about the issues in various assistive technology devices, current challenges, and potential recommendations for improvements when using a laptop and/or desktop during website navigation. Some of the questions that are in the survey ask about what type of upper-body motor impairment they have, what assistive technology devices they use (ex: mouse, special keyboard, voice over, etc.), suggestions for current or new assistive technology devices, typical websites they access, and more."

If you have an upper body motor impairment, please consider taking the time to answer her questions!

Upper Body Motor Impairment Survey

Save the Date - ATRC Open House

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

2:00-5:00 pm

Upcoming Events

ATRC will be attending the Maui County Office on Aging Abilities Fair at Queen Ka'ahumanu Center on June 22, 2024.

ATRC will be attending and presenting at the Summer Behavior Conference July 16-19, 2024 at the Hawaii Convention Center.