at tools for memory support
DESCRIPTION
PRESENTER: Margaret CiscoThis webinar will review causes of memory loss and discuss different kinds of memory. It will describe how a functioning memory enables people to accomplish daily life tasks. The webinar defines AT with respect to how improved memory relates to life functions such as communication, safety, making choices about life, and doing what person was once able to do. Pictures of low and high tech AT tools available for memory support across areas function in the home, in the community, at school, and in employment situations will be shown. This webinar is not targeted to a specific type of memory loss or target disability area. Information presented will include tools that will be useful for people of all ages who may be struggling with memory loss that affects their function in life activities.TRANSCRIPT
Presenter: Margaret Cisco, AT SpecialistAssistive Technology of Alaska (ATLA)
www.atlaak.org
AT Tools for Memory Support
1. Know what AT is and why to consider AT to support memory.
2. Be able to identify three AT devices or products for memory support.
3. Be aware of three resources for AT related to memory.
General Objectives
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1. About ATLA and Assistive Technology (AT)
2. Memory and Causes of memory losses
3. Memory in daily life
4. Matching AT to the person and the needs
5. Low to high tech AT tools for memory support
6. Resources
7. Reminders
Agenda
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Assistive Tech Act Project
Information - AT devices, services, funding
Demonstration centers
Training activities
Loan, Re-use, and Recycle programs
Referrals for service or funding
Funding support (website)Assistive Technology of Alaska
http://www.ataporg.org
What is Assistive Technology?What is Assistive Technology (AT)?
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(off the shelf, modified, or customized)
WHAT IS ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (AT)?
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AT Can Support
• Activities that would otherwise be difficult or impossible.
• Completing tasks with increased effectiveness, or safety.
• Learning, re-learning or maintaining skills.
Memory
• Group of systems• Different areas of the
brain• Play different roles in
creating, storing, recalling
• Work together to provide a cohesive thought
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Memory – Information Flow
• Sensory
• Short Term (working memory)
• Long Term
– Facts
• Semantic (language)
• Episodic (events)
– Procedures
Memory Components
• Planning– Awareness of deficit
– Self-monitoring
– Follow-through
– Flexibility of thinking
• Attention and Concentration
• Executive Functions– Planning
– Initiation
– Execution
– Time management
People with Memory Loss - a Diverse GroupCauses of Memory Losses
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• Aging• Alcohol Use• Alzheimer's• Brain Tumors• Degenerative
Neurological Diseases
• Dementia
• Drugs/Interactions• Head Injury• Infection• Psychological Causes• Seizures• Stroke• Therapeutic
Interventions
Memory in Daily Living
What we want to say
InformationSequences
What to take Where to find items
What someone
said
Memory in Daily Living
Shopping needs Scheduled events
Destinations and how to get there
Steps forFamiliar activities
Memory in Daily Living
Past events Critical routines
Turning off appliances
Something on the stove
When Choosing AT
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SETT framework
How are daily living and preferred activities affected?
When does the memory system fail?
How does memory loss affect personal safety?
What other conditions need to be considered?
Personal preferences?
How easy is the AT to use?
Considering ATQuestions to Consider
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Communication
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Communication Books
Voice Output Devices
Text for Communication
Communication
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LingraphicaCIRCA -- Computer Interactive Reminiscence and Conversation Aid
Talking Photo Album
Listening
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Recording Tools
simplenoteSoundNote
Phone Numbers
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Voice Dialing Picture Dialing
Standard PhoneStandard Phone
Finders & Reminders
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Door Hanger
Car ReminderWall Mounts
Finder Alarms
Shopping Lists
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Voice Record, Sort & Print Out
Apps that record text or speech, keep track, sort and verbally remind by actual physical location.
Examples: Scheduled Events
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PDAs and Smart PhonesCalendars, Planners
Color Coding
Examples: Task Sequences
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Voice Reminders,Timers, Alarms
Picture Prompts
Getting to Destinations
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Bike My Way iPhone App
Dedicated GPS Systems and Smart Phones
Nav4All Droid app
Personal Pocket GPS
Locator
Stoves and Appliances
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Automatic Fire Suppression
Automatic Stove/OvenControl
Timers and Alarms
Automatic ElectricShut Off
Medication
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Medication Reminder Services
Pill Organizers Reminders& Dispensers
Cell Phone Reminder & Logging Apps
Blister Packs
Water Issues
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Auto Flushers
Overflow Plug
MeteredFlow
Automatic Off/On
Scald Protection
• People want to be able to communicate
• People want to be able to do what they once did
• People want to make their own choices– Who we associate with– Where we live– What we do– How we do it
Why AT in the Senior Years?Why AT Tools Are Important
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AT Resources in Alaska
• Alaska Center for Blind and Visually Impaired• AK Trading Post (www.aktradingpost.org)• ATLA• Independent Living Centers
– Loan Closets, Demo Centers, EDHI• One Stop Job Centers• Internet
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• CEU address: http://www.aacinstitute.org
• Follow-up survey
• Midnight Sun Assistive Technology Conference August 3-5, 2011– Preconference ATACP certificate
program August 1-2,2011
Reminders!
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