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AT for Cognitive and AAC

Accessible Workstation Teletalker phone for alternative AT options Alternative keyboard on the right, used by those with AAC, cognitive, or physical considerations with an accessible computer workstation Telephones with large keypads are helpful to those with cognitive or ergonomic considerations A keyboard with the keyboard split far apart may help those with cognitive impairments who are confused with standard keyboards Alternative keyboard may be used for those with vision impairments or cognitive considerations. Notice that the layout features contrast keys and a touchpad
A headset gives privacy to a person who has a cognitive challenge and uses assistive technology software with a screen reader Headphone jacks at the front of a computer tower are convenient for headset users Alternative keyboard on the right, used by those with AAC, cognitive, or physical considerations with an accessible computer workstation Headset with microphone that can be used by those who are blind, vision-impaired, or have cognitive challenges A keyboard with high contrast and large letters on the keys may help someone with a cognitive challenge Good signage with limited text helps orient those with cognitive impairments.
Large icons on the accessible computer make it easy for those with cognitive challenges to locate files, folders and programs like TextHelp On ADA accessible computers, look for the desktop icons and folders with software to help clients, like TextHelp (Read and Write Gold) for those with cognitive challenges AAC users may have work schedules set up for prompts on a computer with software programs that use pictures for visual cues. Large print labels on a kiosk are helpful to those with limited vision and those who have cognitive impairments Talking calculators and notetakers may be useful to those with cognitive impairments
   
         

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