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About the solution
The solution aims to facilitate daily tasks such as:
• Washing their hands after using the restroom
• Hanging up their clothes in a standard closet
• Adjusting the thermostat to a comfortable temperature
• Locking and unlocking the security latch
• Making coffee and reaching water glasses.
“Direct Access Solutions aims to educate those in the hospitality industry about the unique needs of their short-statured guests and to equip establishments with affordable, quality products that can make any hotel room welcoming and accessible to little people”, it says on the official website.
Every Direct Access Solutions kit includes:
• Ultra stable stepstool with innovative handle
• Fold-up closet rod adapter
• Universal security latch adapter
• Easy action reaching and grabbing tool
• Versatile poke and pull tool
• Heavy duty nylon tote and storage bag
• Specialized guidebook that explains how to best utilize and present your kit to short-statured guests.
Adapted from: http://mattroloff.com/das/about.php
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Proloquo2Go – App to help people communicate
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COMMUNICATION: Communicating, whether by speaking, listening, or other means
Social interaction
Paralysis
Autism
Cerebral Palsy
Brain Stroke
Brain Injury (Abscess, Brain Barrier Defect, Brain Contusion, Brain Hemorrhage, Brain Edema)
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Assistive Technology access
App (Including when connected with wearable)
Tremors
Muscle cramps or spasms
Difficulty coordinating movements
Muscle weakness
Difficulty speaking or understanding speech
Trouble with fine motor skills (e.g., writing, buttoning clothes)
Twitching or involuntary movements (myoclonus)
Acquired language impairment (Aphasia)
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Building Supportive Community Relationships
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Improving Speech and Communication
Caregiving Support
Clinical Pathology
Medical Genetics
Neurology
Pediatrics
Rheumatology
Netherlands
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Step articulated and mobile
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
Traveling
Urban exploration
Paralysis
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Building Supportive Community Relationships
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Recovering from Traumatic Injuries
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
To improve Treatment/Therapy
Raise awareness
Caregiving Support
Neurology
Orthopedics
Rheumatology
Portugal
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Woman with disability invents assistive technology
CAREGIVING
Grip
Cerebral Palsy
Assistive Technology access
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Tremors
Muscle cramps or spasms
Difficulty coordinating movements
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Paralysis of the legs and lower body
Muscle weakness
Trouble with fine motor skills (e.g., writing, buttoning clothes)
Twitching or involuntary movements (myoclonus)
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Caregiving Support
Medical Genetics
Neurology
Rheumatology
United States
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