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1. pill Do note that the alarms are not very loud so if ie 3 4 you re counting on needing to hear the alarm this is A not the pill box reminder for you Two key features 1 a 4 make this unit popular First it has an alarm shut off wen button that allows you to keep a log of exactly when you take your medication The reminder unit is 3 4 removable from the rest of the device so you can take it in to the doctor s office and they can see Tae 4 when you are taking your pills The detachable T TEEI 4 14 reminder unit is the other feature people like about this device You can remove it along with a pill box slide them together and lock them in place That way you can take your pills and your reminder with you when you re on the go The Weekly Medication Manager costs 29 99 plus shipping from Sears lm not sure if you can have it special ordered from their stores but you can certainly get it from their website www sears com or by calling them at 1 800 697 3277 And thus another heart racing edition of The AT Bargain Basement comes to an end As usual you are always welcome to share your bargains with me via e mail telephone or US Post l Il be sure to post them here and give you all of the due credit and glory So until next time this is goodbye from The Basement and remember just because it s inexpensive doesn t mean it s cheap m The Hearing World by Ronald Gainsford The Hearing world Just does2. e Recipients of Supplemental Security Income SSI children and adults and Social Security Disability Income SSDI adults only will receive one time payments of 250 except for recipients receiving Medicaid in facilities You must have been eligible for SSI or SSDI in November 2008 December 2008 or January 2009 to receive the payment eStates will receive money to provide vocational rehabilitation and training to people with disabilities 500 million for adults 1 2 billion for youth services eCenters for Independent Living will receive 200 million nationally to support initiatives aimed at moving people with disabilities into communities e The Social Security Administration SSA will receive 500 million for the specific purpose of reducing backlogs and delays in the claims and appeals process and another 500 million to update SSA s computer center e 12 billion will go to the states to enhance the federal government s share of funding of special education and early intervention for young children under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act IDEA 87 billion a temporary increase in Medicaid matching funds uwill enable states to enhance or maintain programs in the face of growing deficits States will receive different amounts with high unemployment states not Delaware receiving disproportionately more eLow income individuals will receive assistance with paying Medicare Part B premiums which cover
3. D vo The AT Messenger bringing technology to you A Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative DATI e Volume 17 No 2 e Spring Summer 2009 International Travel via Planes Trains Automobiles and Wheelchairs Bill Young Travel Agent Debra Young MEd OTR L ATP Occupational Therapist Traveling for people who use a mobility device specifically a wheelchair or scooter takes planning coordination patience and flexibility But we are here to tell you that it can be done and enjoyed immensely Our dream to travel came true because we had the knowledge of how to navigate various systems and physical challenges at least in part due to our professional backgrounds travel agent and occupational therapist Our combined work totals nearly 25 years Bill has been a travel agent for over 10 years in the leisure and corporate travel industry He has sold the world but currently specializes in travel to the Caribbean and Mexico Debra is a self employed Occupational Therapist with over 14 years experience currently providing contractual Occupational Therapy and Assistive Technology services to Delaware schools and community programs She is a RESNA certified Assistive Technology Professional and specializes in Assistive Technology and Home Modifications Accessibility consulting Readers may contact her by e mail at dyot comcast net Our shared goal in this article is to reveal the ways we made travel a reality for ourselves and others We
4. Power wheelchair Invacare P9000 XDT users manual footplates seat cushion battery charger 250 Ib weight capacity excel cond 600 or BO Item ID 1172 Power wheelchair Invacare Ranger II Rear Wheel Drive blue seat 20 W x 18 D 2 gel cell batteries frame folds see http www invacare com doc_files G2000_309A pdf for original spec sheet very good cond 1 000 Item ID 783 Power wheelchair Invacare Ranger X yellow right joystick excel cond 450 or BO Item ID 1010 Power wheelchair Invacare Pronto M51 Sure Step used 3 times gray will deliver to buyer excel cond 400 or BO Item ID 855 Power wheelchair Invacare Rumba 3 yrs old needs battery excel cond 300 or BO Item ID 455 Power wheelchair Jazzy 1122 new black w royal blue right hand joystick will need new batteries never used 1 000 or BO Item ID 1145 Power wheelchair Jazzy 1122 tilt well maintained remote control headrest black w hunter green base purchased May 2002 very good cond 1 000 Item ID 1131 Power wheelchair Jazzy Select Grey right joystick battery excel cond 2 000 or BO Item ID 1139 Power wheelchair Jazzy red rated for 350 Ibs tilt seat right joystick needs new batteries good cond 300 or BO Item ID 1141 Power wheelchair Quantum 600 2SP blue right joystick power tilt specialized cushion seat 20 x 22 never used 6 000 Item ID 966 20 Power wheelchair Quickie Freestyle M11 left joystick
5. doctor and outpatient care Recipients of SSDI receive Medicare Provisions That Should Significantly Benefit Many People with Disabilities eBusinesses that hire disadvantaged workers unemployed veterans and disconnected youth will receive tax credits e The Transitional Medical Assistance program will be extended in order to provide temporary health coverage to families who become ineligible for Medicaid because of increased earnings e Veterans Affairs hospitals will receive significant infusions of capital eCommunity health centers will receive significant amounts of money eOne billion dollars will support medical research to help prevent disease and specifically to fight cancer Alzheimer s and heart disease Immunization programs are also included in this funding e The unemployed will have the potential for extended health care coverage under COBRA because of a 65 subsidy of their premiums e 19 billion is designated for computerizing health records Provisions That Will Help Some People with Disabilities elncreases to federally funded programs Unemployment Benefits Food Stamp welfare WIC Senior Nutrition Food Banks and School Lunch e Tax credits for first time home buyers up to 8 000 tax deductions for buyers of new cars in 2009 and an increase in the Child Tax Credit and earned income tax credit eAid to states for employing more police officers will help people with disabilities since statistics
6. free Item ID 1150 Screen reader Window Eyes 5 0 ver excel cond 200 Item ID 544 TV screen enlarger 24 x 19 will fit up to 29 screen very good cond 30 or BO Item ID 1043 Video magnifier CCTV Optelec Clearview 317 17 bright image monitor black amp white table image brightness excel cond 800 Item ID 1016 Voice Mate Parrot Inc hand held voice recognition digital organizer very good cond free Item ID 1047 22 Items being Sought Computers and Related Computer needs to be in excellent condition w updated operating system Item ID 851 Computer laptop or desktop w printer donated Item ID 1082 Computer donated Item ID 1103 Computer w Windows XP operating system Item ID 1138 Laptop computer for personal use Item ID 56 Daily Living Over bed table adj Item ID 1072 Reclining bath lift remote controlled lowers into tub will pay reasonable price Item ID 1042 Shower chair w locking wheels will pay reasonable price Item ID 1137 Shower commode chair less than 25 wide will pay reasonable price Item ID 1160 Shower transfer bench will pay reasonable price Item ID 1006 Tub transfer bench donated Item ID 1163 Environmental Adaptations Automatic door opener will pay reasonable price Item ID 1005 Folding ramp 6 8 length Item ID 1126 Folding ramp 5 steps will pay reasonable price Item ID 1174 Hi Lo treatment table electric will pay reasonable price Item ID 9
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8. not know To the depths of despair Non hearing people do go Imagine watching a TV show And there is no sound Then our frustration you will know Imagine seeing people talking With their voices turned off And yes not a sound Even if they coughed The hearing world Does not understand The frustrations that This aging man Does encounter each day As he goes through life To communicate With other s and also his wife The lives of loved ones Also is changed When they do not understand When things for you are not the same 15 Technology is harder Cell phones don t work The sound on TV must be turned up And their ears it does hurt An alarm clock that shakes the house Does not shake you Even at it s loudest It does not move you A restaurant table Or at a meeting Their sounds Are hard to understand Because so many people are found The hearing world Will not find out Until their hearing Yes does go south Ronald Gainsford has been a consumer of DATI services for the past six months due to his hearing loss You can find more of Ron s poetry and learn a little about him by visiting www thestarlitecafe com and typing in his name in the search field Topics of Interest in the First State DELAWARE lifespan respite care network LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE New Online Resource to Aid 160 000 Caregivers Who Need a Break www delrespite org This new website will enable the nearly 160 000 Delawareans providing unpaid care for a relat
9. third bargain is another shower chair and it s got the extra part for transfers built right into it Its the Invacare Transfer Bench Now while this unit does not fit entirely into the bath tub it s not supposed to It sits half in and half out of the tub so that you can sit on the bench outside of the tub then slide into the tub on the seat Transfer benches can sometimes be a problem for people with shower doors or curtains Since the seat straddles the tub it will prevent a shower door from closing and it could cause a shower curtain to hang away from the tub enough that water may spill onto the floor outside of the tub This can lead to a wet and slippery mess as well as a safety hazard So beware of this possibility and make sure you are prepared Like the I Fit Chair this unit provides the support of a V7 back rest is sealed plastic for easy cleaning J and disinfecting and has a 400 pound weight capacity It sells for 79 99 If you re going to try to get it from your local Rite Aid store make sure you check whether it is a product they keep in stock The next bargain is something a little different It is the Music Link by Sensorcom and is an induction headphone for hearing aid wearers Huh Here s how they work You plug them into the headphone jack on your iPod CD player radio or whatever you want to listen to that has a headphone jack You then place the smooth little plastic hooks over the ba
10. you can go to their website www modern maturity org Ken Bock at CHEER Sussex County Senior Services is the one to contact in Sussex County He can be reached at 302 854 9500 or visit www scss org DSAAPD and DAN are ready willing and able to assist in the care and service of seniors throughout Delaware Check out their programs and contact them for assistance m The AT Bargain Basement Marvin Williams AT Specialist DATI New Castle County ATRC Greetings True Believers and welcome to another action packed edition of the AT Bargain Basement I d like to thank all of my return guests for finding their way back to the basement for more bargains If this is your first time welcome As usual before we can begin our festive frolic through the fields of AT bargains we have to go over the rules for our first time guests search for AT bargains and present them here for your consumption also bring you the bargains our fellow Basement fans send me So what s an AT bargain Well it s any piece of AT that costs 100 or less Now you may have to order some bargains online or over the telephone and those will usually have a shipping charge try to report that expense as well but make sure you check how much the shipping charges will be before placing your order And of course if you ever have any questions about any of the bargains show you please feel free to contact me at the New Castle County Assistive Technology Resource Cent
11. 44 Lift chair will pay 100 or less Item ID 798 Lift chair large donated Item ID 981 Lift chair will pay reasonable price Item ID 1030 Lift chair donated good working condition Item ID 1170 Multi fold ramp 4 steps will pay reasonable price Item ID 1155 Ramp for power w c to exit home Item ID 1123 23 Stair lift 13 steps will pay reasonable price Item ID 1173 Vertical lift needs to go up 3 will pay reasonable price Item ID 955 Mobility Seating amp Positioning Cane quad Item ID 1164 Gait trainer for 30 year old will pay reasonable price Item ID 712 Kid Karts donation of two for 4 yr old twins w CP will pay shipping or pick them up Item ID 1116 Pediatric power wheelchair right joystick for 8 yr old will pay reasonable price Item ID 1071 Racing wheelchair rated up to 225 lbs Item ID 1142 Scooter 4 wheeled 2 batteries will pay reasonable price Item ID 1020 Stroller special needs for child 4 5 Item ID 736 Wheelchair small lightweight for a 14 yr old 14 16 wide w push handle Item ID 949 Wheelchair rated for 300 Ibs 16 wide seat will pay reasonable price Item ID 980 Wheelchair wide would like 2 will pay reasonable price Item ID 1037 Wheelchair manual Item ID 1159 Wheelchair will pay reasonable price Item ID 1166 Wheelchair will pay reasonable price need asap Item ID 1098 Recreation Sports amp Leisure Bicycle adult three wheeled will pay reason
12. WARE AGING NETWORK DAN continues to create coordinated services for seniors and advocates for statewide policy changes that benefit the aging population With new funding for 2009 DAN care management services which have been so successful in New Castle and Kent Counties are now available in Sussex County DAN helps older adults continue to live in their own homes as they age and their need for support increases DAN care managers work directly with seniors through many of the local senior centers Care managers provide information about housing health care Medicare Medicaid in home services transportation and other community resources Referrals are made to agencies to meet the personalized needs of each individual Care managers are eager to provide you with the information you need With the original funding from DCF DAN also assisted with the start up of The Sussex Mobility Consortium which continues to meet the specific transportation needs of both older and physically challenged adults in Sussex County If you need assistance call DAN in your county or visit one of the senior centers listed on their website at www delawareagingnetwork org The lead agency in New Castle County is the Jewish Family Services of Delaware You may contact Becky Laster at 302 478 9411 Ext 127 or go to www jfsdelaware org In Kent County contact Cheryl Gallagher at the Modern Maturity Center the lead agency by calling 302 734 1200 Ext 173 or
13. able price Item ID 975 Bicycle adult three wheeled will pay 50 must be from NCCo Item ID 1051 Vehicle Modification Transportation Lift for power wheelchair car Item ID 1095 Van wilift will pay reasonable price Item ID 1107 24 Van or car donation Item ID 852 Wheelchair lift for 1992 Dodge Ram B250 van Item ID 1169 Vision Flipper Port or similar vision aid product such as Flipper Port reader CCTV Item ID 965 Tape recorder APH 4 track needs to record and play desktop model prefer very good condition will pay reasonable price Item ID 1132 m Note If you are looking for items not on the AT Exchange contact the DATI s Sussex County ATRC at 302 856 7946 or 800 870 DATI 3284 If you call the 800 number you will interact with an automated system In order to reach the Sussex ATRC press 1 after the first prompt and 6 after the next prompt New items are added regularly If there has been no activity or interaction with the contributor to the list within six months items are automatically removed from the list Note on liability The DATI does not warrant the condition or terms of sale of any device offered for reutilization by an existing owner or borrower under the AT Program The DATI shall not be liable for any claims liabilities damages losses costs expenses including but not limited to settlements judgments court costs and reasonable attorney s fees fines and penalties arising out of any actu
14. al or alleged injury loss or damage of any nature whatsoever in connection with the sale or use of any device purchased or sold under the AT Program It shall be the responsibility of the seller to provide accurate and detailed information about the device s specifications and condition to any buyer The DATI functions solely as an information sharing communication channel To Contact DATI s Central Site office or the ATRC closest to you call 1 800 870 DATI 3284 Press 1 for English or 2 for Spanish 25 then press 3 for the Central Site office 4 for the New Castle County ATRC 5 for the Kent County ATRC 6 for the Sussex County ATRC TDD callers Do not press 1 or 2 and your call will be answered on a TDD line at the Central Site office DATI Equipment Loan Policy DATI has a wide variety of equipment at the Assistive Technology Resource Centers ATRCs for the primary purpose of demonstration and short term loan The policy for equipment loans is as follows The standard loan period is two weeks defined as the day borrowed e g Monday the 10th to the same day two weeks later e g Monday the 24th Loans may be extended provided there are no names on the waiting list and or that an extension will not interfere with an existing reservation The maximum loan period is four weeks A maximum of four devices may be borrowed during any single loan period However combinations of devices may be treated as a singl
15. black w extra fenders adj leg amp footrest must pick up very good cond 400 Item ID 1054 Rollator walker Guardian Envoy 480 Deluxe large basket may use for portable oxygen or misc aluminum 8 wheels padded backrest amp seat loop style hand brakes 300 Ib capacity blue very good cond 75 Item ID 1128 Scooter and lift Amigo Centra Harmar Scooter Lift red base gray seat w basket lift attaches to back of vehicle will deliver within Delaware excel cond 2 000 or BO Item ID 1048 Scooter Currie eZip Scoot E 3 wheeled rechargeable 24V battery pack basket wide amp comfortable adj seat weighs 85 Ibs rated for 260 Ibs never used 399 Item ID 1087 Scooter Golden Companion red 3 wheeled basket oxygen holder excel cond 550 Item ID 1088 Scooter PaceSaver Il used once since computer replaced new batteries w charger inflatable tires disassembles easily for transport rated for 300 lbs good cond 300 or BO Item ID 654 Scooter Pride Products Star red 3 wheels rated for 300 Ibs battery amp charger basket use w portable oxygen or misc adj handlebars very good cond 150 Item ID 1129 Travel chair Invacare Tracer Transport black 16 wide seat good cond 50 or BO Item ID 811 Walker Drive Medical Design adj wheels very good cond 25 or BO Item ID 969 Walker Invacare folding adj legs never used 20 or BO Item ID 986 Wheelchair manual may be borrowed or given f
16. cial enterprises engaged in the rehabilitation marketplace A workable prototype unit with initial cost estimate is ready for first level patient testing and discussions have begun with potential business partners for advanced testing and eventual commercialization of the robot This article originally appeared in the University of Delaware daily electronic newsletter the UDaily on August 3 2009 It can be found in its entirety at htto Avww udel edu udaily 2010 aug mobilityO80309 htmI The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and What it Means for Delawareans with Disabilities Daniel Atkins Legal Advocacy Director Disabilities Law Program On February 17 2009 amid great anticipation President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 After extensive negotiations in the House and Senate the final Act included 787 billion in tax cuts and spending aimed at creating or saving jobs helping our most vulnerable citizens and improving our infrastructure and renewable energy industry While many if not all of the provisions may positively impact people with disabilities this article will highlight the provisions of the Act that most directly benefit Delawareans with disabilities Except where otherwise noted all dollar amounts represent the amount being spent nationally which will then be divided among the states Provisions Targeted Specifically to Benefit People with Disabilities
17. cks of your ears and switch your hearing aid to telecoil or telephone mode and bingo Instant J stereo sound Now keep in mind that this will not work with hearing aids that do not have a telecoil or telephone mode Check with your audiologist to find out whether your hearing aids are equipped for this technology This product is also supposed to om work for people with cochlear implants From what I ve been told by people who have borrowed the unit we have available in our ATRC it delivers very good quality sound The unit costs about 49 with free shipping from Tec Ear www tecear com or call 248 867 2759 long distance Sensorcom also makes an induction _ headset for cell phones called the T Link that I ve also been told works great and it can be found at TecEar for 49 free shipping If you re not sure that either of these devices will work for you call your local DATI ATRC to see about borrowing one through our equipment loan program As usual it s free to borrow equipment from us My final bargain for this edition of the AT Bargain Basement is the Timex Weekly Medication Manager It s one of the most popular medication management systems that am asked about The a unit features a four compartment pill box for each a o day and has a clock with alarms for each of the four Sd times you might need to take medicine You can set af ee the alarms to beep flash or say Time to take your MON
18. e device if the components are interdependent either operationally or because one component is required for the borrower to use another Equipment loans across state lines are not permitted Equipment must also remain in Delaware throughout the loan period m Please Keep Us Posted Has your address changed Are you receiving duplicates Would you prefer to receive the newsletter via email If your mailing or email address is incorrect please type or print your correct information on the form below and forward it to DATI along with your current mailing label or the first page of your electronic newsletter If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter visit www dati org news unsubscribe html or contact our central office 26 Do you know a friend or family member who would be interested in receiving the newsletter Please provide him her with the subscription form below m DATI RESOURCE CENTERS THROUGHOUT THE STATE 800 870 DATI 3284 dati asel udel edu New Castle County ATRC Wilmington Alfred duPont Hospital for Children 203 Administration amp Research Bldg 1600 Rockland Road Wilmington DE 19803 302 651 6790 302 651 6794 TDD 302 651 6793 fax Kent County ATRC Easter Seals Kent County Center 100 Enterprise Place Suite One Dover DE 19904 8200 302 739 6885 302 739 6886 TDD 302 739 6887 fax Sussex County ATRC 20123 Office Circle Georgetown DE 19947 302 856 7946 302 856 6714 voice o
19. e plane last which is a difficult task once everyone else is seated It is also important to consider arrangements for connecting flights Ask the gate agent to call ahead to the next airport to make sure that an aisle chair will be ready and waiting for your use It is not uncommon for the passenger with a disability to have an aisle seat This seems counterintuitive as passengers with disabilities board first which requires other passengers sharing the row to step over the passenger to access the inner seats Consider asking for a window seat Some airlines have an on board aisle chair available for a passenger with a disability to gain access to the restroom This is not consistent across airlines Using the aisle chair in flight can be a challenging and voyeuristic experience As we all know the size of an airplane bathroom combined with the looming curiosity of surrounding passengers can make for a spectacle The type of aircraft and the size of the airport will determine how a passenger using a wheelchair will exit the plane Once the other passengers have deplaned the flight attendant will bring the aisle chair to assist with the exit The plane may be exited down the gateway which is the preferred and easiest way or the person may be carried down a flight of steps in the aisle chair by a few strong men Once off the plane and back into a wheelchair it is customary for the airline to escort the passenger with a disability through
20. er ATRC So without further adieu let s get to the bargains Our first bargain is the Arcoa EZ Assist Reacher It is a nice 26 reacher with suction cups on the end While this model does not fold it is still a nice sturdy unit Besides not folding the only other draw back is that it does not lock If that s something that you need this is not the reacher for you found it on the Walgreens website www walgreens com for 12 99 with free shipping It s considered a web exclusive So you can only get it through their online store You can also check your local Happy Harry s they re now owned by Walgreens Rite Aid or CVS store to see what they have in stock It is important to realize that a store s stock often differs greatly from their website Our next bargain is the nvacare l Fit Shower Chair with Back which can be found online at www riteaidonlinestore com Please note that did not find any shipping information for this item It is a nice shower chair for the price at 49 99 in that it has a back rest and is designed to fit inside of a bathtub all of which is an unusual find for the price This chair is constructed of sealed plastic that s easily cleaned and disinfected and it has a 400 pound weight capacity If you can t get it at your local store you can gt a order it online or call their toll free number 1 800 RITE AID 1 800 748 3243 to order it gt Rite Aid s web site rides again Our
21. h aimed at providing early power mobility to young children with special needs The team is developing a miniature power chair armed with a robotic brain and affectionately known as UD2 that keeps kids safe and empowers them to explore the world while also providing valuable data to the researchers Under Galloway s direction Ragonesi has been training three year old Will in the operation of a power chair To date his use of the chair has been limited to open spaces like the ELC gym that are large enough to accommodate a standard pediatric power chair In the classroom Will is still confined to sitting and watching while the flurry of preschool activity goes on around him Now because UD2 is small enough to fit in the classroom Will is being given the opportunity to share more deeply in the experiences of a typical preschooler through all day immersion with his peers and teachers We want him to be involved in all of the daily activities of his preschool peers Galloway says like chasing sharing hiding and even a bit of misbehaving He needs to learn how to use UD2 so that he is involved in the dynamic active physical and social interactions that preschoolers are so interested in It s kind of analogous to an undergraduate learning Spanish by being dropped off in Spain To test the effect of the power chair Ragonesi is measuring Will s speech social interactions and participation in activities both before and af
22. hope you find the following information helpful Air travel Purchasing your airline ticket is the time to try to secure bulkhead seating which is typically reserved for elderly and or disabled passengers for ease of boarding and exiting the plane This is the first row of seats just behind first class and has increased leg room for ease of transfers Bulkhead seating will not be available to persons with disabilities if it is an emergency exit row because persons seated in the emergency exit row must be able to assist other passengers in case of an emergency There are various considerations when planning a flight for a passenger who uses a wheelchair such passengers are typically required to board the plane first and exit last In order to accomplish this an aisle chair a chair that is slim enough to fit down the aisle of an airplane to transport disabled passengers to their seats is needed Discuss the need for boarding assistance with the ticketing agent upon your arrival at the airport The ticketing agent is responsible for having an aisle chair at your designated departure gate Not surprisingly it is a good idea to arrive at your gate well in advance of your scheduled departure time in order to confirm arrangements the status of the aisle chair checking your personal wheelchair and arranging for assistance to board the plane Arriving at the gate late and or the absence of the aisle chair can result in having to board th
23. inancial donations accepted good cond free Item ID 642 Wheelchair Quickie 2 large frame upgraded Infinity back support amp seat maximizes pelvic stability amp pressure management 27 lbs paperwork amp instructions excel cond 250 or BO Item ID 1090 21 Speech Communication Link Plus Assistive Technology Inc carry case AC adapter telephone cable user s and reference guides used twice excel cond BO Item ID 784 Optical head pointer PRC for Liberator DeltaTalker AlphaTalker AlphaTalker Il Light Talker and IntroTalker never used free Item ID 374 Vehicle Modification Transportation Turny seat system Bruno totally electric lowers to w c level 350 Ib capacity see http www bruno com turny html for more info never used 3 000 or BO Item ID 926 Van Honda Odyssey 2003 V6 Auto 89K red w grey interior Bruno Joey lift installed last year lifts 350 Ib wheelchair scooter into van for secure travel 1 owner excel cond 11 500 or BO Item ID 1154 Van Dodge Entervan Full Size 1999 motorized side ramp floor locks seats 5 amp person in wheelchair 68 000K PS PB AC good cond 12 900 or BO Item ID 1149 Van Ford Club Wagon 1998 hydraulic lift in rear space for 2 wheelchairs amp seating for 8 automatic AC new brakes amp tires 105 500K tagged until 2010 very good cond 8 000 Item ID 1078 Vision Lighted magnifier Eschenbach 4X comes with 6X lens electric excel cond
24. ive friend or loved one with the resources to find quality respite care Respite care is the temporary relief or break provided for caregivers and families who are caring for those with disabilities chronic or terminal illnesses or the elderly a es i Y Delaware Lifespan Respite Care Network 16 Elwyn Delaware Art Exhibit and Auction Delaware Thursday October 8 2009 FI 5 30 8 00 pm Blue Ball Barn Route 202 Wilmington DE Artist with a cognitive physical or mental disability are welcome to submit up to five images drawing painting sculpture photography and mixed media through August 28 2009 For more information please call 302 657 5592 m ACCESS DART First State now offers Automated Phone Access APA an easy no waiting system that can book reservations confirm a trip and cancel a trip for paratransit service Simply use the numeric keypad on any touch tone telephone to book cancel or find out about your rides The system does not have voice capability or support rotary and pulse dialing phones You may transfer to a Call Center Agent at any time by pressing 0 zero To use the Automated Telephone System dial 1 800 652 DART 3278 and select Option 4 from any touchtone telephone m Delaware Assistive Technology Exchange To learn more about an item listed on the AT Exchange or to post a listing contact Sandy Walls at the Sussex County ATRC You can reach her at 302 856 7946 or toll f
25. m ID 1157 Environmental Adaptations Lift recliner chair Relax the Back Zero Gravity tan microfiber suede fully reclines to flat position for sleeping elevates for easy standing independently adjustable leg back position pressure relieving memory foam includes cervical pillow and built in inflatable lumbar support includes battery powered back up system see relaxtheback com for more details excel cond 450 or BO Item ID 1165 Lift recliner chair Golden Technologies green never used 400 or BO Item ID 1151 Stair lift leather 6 step stairway good cond BO Item ID 453 18 Vertical lift Macs Lift Gate Inc 500 Ib capacity 3 switches key activated lock 31 by 40 steel lift area side rails raises 36 need truck to transport very good cond 1 500 or BO Item ID 1034 Wheelchair accessible condo 1st floor Pike Creek area 9 000 in accessible upgrades widened doorways wide hallway open floor plan levered door handles tiled roll in shower heated bathroom floor grab bars and automated front door go to http www yesucanusa com condo mortgage approval required excel cond 163 000 Item ID 961 Mobility Seating amp Positioning Adult Teen Carrie seat Tumble Forms blue Rifton teen size bath frame all straps neck support collar buyer pays shipping fees approx 70 never used 250 or BO Item ID 1092 Bedside support rail Jobar swings away when not in use supports up to 250 Ibs excel c
26. nd services statewide to assist aging Delawareans and their caregivers In addition DSAAPD offers programs and services to adult Delawareans with physical disabilities The programs and services provided by the DSAAPD are funded by the Division through the Older Americans Act the Social Services Block Grant the Medicaid Waivers Acquired Brain Injury Elderly and Physically Disabled as well as Assisted Living and appropriations by the State of Delaware Many though not all of the 30 programs offered through DSAAPD have three common eligibility requirements Delaware residency as well as financial and medical limitations Some of the programs require recipients to be over the age of 18 years whereas others stipulate that consumers be over 60 years of age Please contact DSAAPD at 1 800 223 9074 to learn more about the programs they offer It will also be necessary to sign up for services and have eligibility determined DELAWARE HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES DSAAPD supports day programs in home services residential services and many other supports to safe and independent community living For example day programs housed at community centers offer activities meals and various types of personal and medical assistance In home services include attendant care housekeeping delivered meals and personal care Residential services include adult foster care respite services and assisted living Also available are prog
27. ng process will help to ensure that your transportation needs will not negatively impact your activities Most of all before you decide you can t travel due to your disability look into it The possibilities might surprise you a Homegrown in DELAWARE Article by Diane Kukich Photo by Kathy F Atkinson What happens when a toddler or preschooler who is immobile due to physical disabilities suddenly gains mobility through the use of a robot assisted power chair Will other La children and adults treat him differently Christina Ragonesi works with young now that he is mobile Will he become Will at the University s Early Learning more assertive More vocal More Center interactive Thanks to the unique research environment provided by the University of Delaware s Early Learning Center ELC Cole Galloway and Christina Ragonesi hope to soon have solid data to help answer that question Galloway is an associate professor in UD s Department of Physical Therapy and Ragonesi is a graduate student working on a Ph D through UD s multidisciplinary Biomechanics and Movement Science BIOMS program She will soon begin work on a doctor of physical therapy degree as well For the past several years Galloway has been collaborating with Sunil Agrawal professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and his graduate student Xi Chen on research funded by the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Healt
28. ond 25 Item ID 1069 Canes crutches and walkers may be borrowed or given financial donations accepted good cond free Item ID 640 Canes walkers commodes etc may be borrowed or given financial donations accepted good cond free Item ID 371 Craftmatic bed twin head amp foot control vibrator heating pad wireless hand control includes linens excel cond 500 or BO Item ID 820 Geri chair Lumex reclines side panels very good cond 50 or BO Item ID 967 Hospital bed Invacare rails electric remote very good cond 500 or BO Item ID 867 Hospital bed Sunrise Medical approx 1 yr old mattress very good cond BO Item ID 1158 Hospital bed Mighty Rest bariatric side rails electric need to be picked up excel cond free Item ID 1022 Hoyer lift Linak remote controlled sling excel cond 850 or BO Item ID 866 Pediatric walker Kaye Posterior two wheels ages 6 9 good cond BO Item ID 947 19 Pediatric walker Otto Bock Bugsy Postural hip stabilizer front wheels swivel medium size grip height 22 to 30 56 to 76cm ages 7 11 never used BO Item ID 946 Pediatric walker Kaye Posterior four wheels w swivel or fixed front ages 8 12 good cond BO Item ID 954 Power wheelchair Hoveround FY 4101 gray right joystick light indicators on arms battery charger excel cond 2 000 or BO Item ID 1144 Power wheelchair Hoveround MPV4 gray good cond 1 000 or BO Item ID 655
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30. rams that address caregiver needs employment and money management Visit www dhss delaware gov dsaapd services html for a complete list of programs as well as a description of services offered within each You are also welcome to call DSAAPD for more information There are two DSAAPD programs likely to be of particular interest to AT Messenger readers The Assistive Devices program provides a wide range of equipment to allow adult Delawareans with disabilities to increase their independence These items may be for use in the kitchen or bathroom or they may be for mobility or communication purposes Simply put this program dictates that the benefits to the person with a disability must directly promote independent action or communication DSAAPD s Home Modification program pays for changes to the permanent residence of adult Delawareans with a long term disability One example of such a modification is the installation of a wheelchair ramp DAN was established in 2005 through funding from the Delaware Community Foundation DCF and began as a collaboration of about 20 agencies Today the consortium consists of over 50 agencies across Delaware committed to improving the quality of services older adults receive in the state AstraZeneca and the United Way have teamed up to continue and expand the work of the Delaware Aging Network DAN Some of these agencies serve a specific county whereas others offer statewide services DELA
31. re are cars and buses If you want to come and go at your own pace look into renting a modified vehicle This requires some research and planning Make sure you ask the company exactly what they offer by way of adapted vehicles and what paperwork is necessary for rental and don t be surprised if the adaptive driving equipment isn t set up in the way you are accustomed Taking a public bus is another great option It is more cost effective than car rental but requires more planning Not all buses are accessible which may mean that you will have to wait for an accessible bus a bus with a ramp and space to fit a wheelchair as well as seating for the elderly disabled Depending on where you get on or off the bus will determine the incline of the ramp which changes the true accessibility to enter and exit the bus independently Furthermore rides can be fast and bumpy Be prepared Wheelchair brakes may not be enough to keep a wheelchair from sliding around A common thread during our international travel was that tie downs were often nonexistent in public transportation Make sure you have something or someone to hold onto if needed The bottom line When traveling with a disability you need to do some extra planning and research to make sure your trip has the accommodations you need for a happy and safe journey Ask questions to truly get an idea of what accessible means as this can vary immensely Putting extra time into the planni
32. ree at 800 870 DATI 3284 The toll free number uses an automated system to direct your call To reach Sandy press 1 after the first prompt and 6 after the next prompt Please be ready to share your contact information as well as the item ID of any item in which you are interested with Sandy If you have internet access you do not have to go through Sandy to get the latest listings or to post your own listings Simply go to the AT Exchange on the DATI website www dati org exchange index php You will click on the Register Now button unless you already have an AT Exchange account and complete the online form All prices of items listed on the AT Exchange are negotiable if the listed price includes BO meaning best offer Items Available Daily Living Commode Invacare All in One use as toilet safety seat frame raised toilet seat stationary rated for 300 Ibs excel cond 45 or BO Item ID 1040 Mobile shower chair Invacare Model 6358 for safe transport to and from shower flexible nylon backrest free delivery within 20 miles of zip code 21921 MD never used 100 or BO Item ID 779 Toilet safety frame aluminum adj height excel cond 40 or BO Item ID 1153 Transfer bench Drive Medical Design gray aluminum legs adj height excel cond 40 or BO Item ID 1152 Tub transfer bench Carex adjustable back amp handle so that transfers can be to the left or the right adj height very good cond BO Ite
33. security and customs The escort will navigate airport shortcuts then it s time to find your luggage On our trip through the South Pacific we were made aware of a helpful tip always ask for a priority luggage tag for each piece of checked luggage This alerts the luggage handlers to put your luggage on the conveyor belt first which helps your airport escort to locate your luggage with little delay and decreases the chance of lost luggage Train ferries and gondolas oh my Trains and ferries have been some of the most accessible forms of public transportation we have experienced in our travels You may not have access to all areas of the train or ferry including the bathroom but you will be able to board A ferry challenge we encountered was tidal in nature which significantly changed the accessibility of the boat As a result entering and exiting the ferry can became an adventure One perk we found in our travels is that fares have been discounted for passengers with disabilities and their companions How does a traveler using a wheelchair get to the top of a mountain By gondola of course A gondola can be challenging due to the size of the cars and especially because the cars never stop However the systems may have different speeds A person using a mobility device needs to be able to transfer quickly to make this a realistic adventure Quite an experience but well worth the views Then of course the
34. show that people with disabilities are disproportionately victims of crime eMore money to home ownership opportunity programs homeless assistance programs low income housing affordable housing as well as public and subsidized housing programs will help people with disabilities 100 million is being put towards lead paint removal in low income housing 5 billion to help weatherize low income households and thus reduce energy costs e Students with disabilities will benefit from expansion of the Pell Grant program which provides college loans and the allowance of computer related expenses to be exempt under college savings plans in 2009 and 2010 While economists and political pundits debate whether the stimulus package is prudent and effective a broad range of people with disabilities are likely to benefit from tax credits increases to entitlement programs increased job opportunities improved educational services enhanced housing assistance and direct cash payments m Services for Aging Delawareans Carol E Barnett Planner II DE Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities Becky Laster Care Coordinator Delaware Aging Network The following information is presented by two prominent Delaware agencies serving aging Delawareans the Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities DSAAPD and the Delaware Aging Network DAN These programs provide an extensive range of supports a
35. ss college collaborations in rehabilitation sciences at UD The results of the research team s work to date have shown that very young children even those with cognitive disabilities can learn to drive and that the mobility conferred by robot assisted devices has a positive impact on their development And Galloway is confident that the current project will provide further evidence of the benefits of early mobility His biggest concern is how to provide that mobility in the future to all of the children who could benefit from it We don t have a commercial source of robot assisted power chairs he says and there s nothing worse than offering this resource to a child during a research project and knowing that we can t sustain it with a commercially available device Waiting is not an option By the time kids are typically fitted for power chairs they re at least three years old if not much older By then they ve lost out on several years worth of critical learning opportunities David Weir director of UD s Office of Economic Innovation and Partnerships is working to address Galloway s concerns The research program that Cole and his colleagues have undertaken is an important component of the campus wide initiative to build a world class rehabilitation capability he says According to Weir a study has been initiated to determine the economic potential for devices of this type including identifying commer
36. sting insight into the differences between mobility and socialization The first time he used UD2 in the classroom Ragonesi says he drove to a station to play with blocks and stayed there for 45 minutes Then he drove to another activity and stayed there for 45 minutes This is quite different from typically developing children who rarely spend that length of time at any one activity Children like Will who have been immobile in a classroom setting for a relatively long period time simply get used to the pattern of socialization that accompanies immobility But his classmates better watch out because Will won t be like this for too long We are extremely lucky to be present as he learns to use his mobility for socialization Galloway is grateful for the environment provided by the ELC which is not only enabling him and Ragonesi to carry out the study but actually welcoming their work and all of its potential implications He credits the ELC administration teachers therapists and Will s family for their commitment to breaking new ground The ELC has provided great support for this project says Steven Stanhope who served as interim dean of UD s College of Health Sciences from January to July 2009 This project is not only helping Will as an individual but also establishing a model for how mobility can be provided in the preschool classroom for all kids with physical disabilities And it s a great example of the many cro
37. ter he uses UD2 in the classroom Galloway believes that this model of mobility immersion in which a child uses a power mobility device in class throughout the day is the first of its kind What s critical here Galloway says is early mobility immersion When a child has unlimited access to mobility for long periods of time each day across all the settings of daily life we believe that the mobility device has a better chance of becoming embodied or viewed by the child as an integral part of himself Without embodiment the device is just a tool that gets the child from one place to another but may not significantly change the quality or quantity of his interactions Just because a child can drive doesn t mean he can use his mobility in a functional way Galloway continues Will s past experience has constrained him and taught him a kind of learned helplessness In the classroom Will typically moves from one activity to another only when a teacher physically picks him up and moves him UD2 enables him to independently decide when where and with whom he wants to go Galloway and Ragonesi are especially interested in seeing how long it takes Will who has driven a power chair for many months in the ELC halls and on the playground to independently use UD2 for mobility and socialization within a new context the bustling metropolis that is a preschool classroom So far this new context has resulted in intere
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