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Roadblocks to Assistive Technology and Remote Supports

Unfortunately, roadblocks are common encounters when seeking out or approving new services. This also applies when pursuing Assistive Technology (AT) and Remote Supports (RS).

Experts discuss common roadblocks encountered when pursuing AT and RS and provide different ways to get over those roadblocks. 


Live Event Recorded on January 19, 2023

Tech for Healthy Aging

MN NEAT and DHS cover technology to help individuals as they age. Learn about assistive technology options (including wearable tech) that can help maximize safety, independence and quality of life for the aging population.  


Live Event Recorded on September 22nd, 2022

Presentation Materials from Tech for Healthy Aging Webinar

Tech for Healthy Aging Slides (pdf)

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Caregiver Resources to Address Social Isolation (pdf)

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OA Resources (pdf)

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Adaptive Recreation and Outdoor Activities

Getting outside to enjoy recreation and activities is something everyone can enjoy. Join the MN NEAT team and guests to learn about adaptive recreation options that allow individuals with disabilities to join in on the fun!  


Hear from DHS and experts about adaptive recreation options and how they are funded. Learn about inclusive activities and events. Discover new ways to engage yourself or the people you support in outdoor fun.


Live Event Recorded on July 14th, 2022

Presentation Materials from Adaptive Recreation Webinar

Freedom Concepts - Adapted Bikes and Chairs (pdf)

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Recreational Directory (Created by Dakota County) (pdf)

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Live Life Therapy Solutions - Adaptive Camping and Outdoor Equipment (pdf)

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Live Life Therapy Solutions Additional Resources (pdf)

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Wilderness Inquiry - Everyone Belongs in the Outdoors (pdf)

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Technology to Help with Young Adult Transition

Assistive Technology can help secondary and post-secondary-aged youth with disabilities transition from K-12 support into the community. Discover the technology solutions that will grant youth the opportunity to fully participate in their communities without the services and supports they received while in school. 


Live Event Recorded on May 12th, 2022

Accessible Gaming: Building interdependence and community

MN NEAT and Adaptive Gaming Experts talk about the role gaming can play in developing social and emotional skills as well as lasting relationships.  Discover adaptive equipment used to help everyone access the world of gaming. 


Discussed topics include:  

  • Physical adaptations
  • Creating accessible gaming communities
  • Online safety
  • Software adaptations
  • Co-regulation (and a checklist to take home)


Live Event Recorded on February 9th, 2022

Presentation Slides from Accessible Gaming Webinar

Able Gamers Contact Information:


https://ablegamers.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ablegamers/

https://www.facebook.com/ablegamers/

https://twitter.com/ablegamers

https://www.instagram.com/ablegamers/

Accessible Gaming - AbleGamers (pdf)

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Accessible Gaming - Drew Redepenning (pdf)

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Accessible Gaming - MN-NEAT (pdf)

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Low to Mid Tech Options for Daily Living

Assistive Technology’s range from low tech to high tech devices. Learn from Technology Experts and Providers about low-tech to mid-tech devices and equipment that can be utilized to help increase, maintain, or improve an individual’s independence within various rooms of their home.


Join AT experts on a virtual tour through different rooms of the house to see how low to medium technology can be implemented to assist with everyday living.


Live Event Recorded on August 26th, 2021

Downloads From Low to Mid Tech Options for Daily Living

General Living Room:Bathroom Tech (pdf)Download
Kitchen Aids (pdf)Download
Ergonomic Low Tech Items (docx)Download
Ergonomic Services (docx)Download
Ergonomic Presentation (docx)Download
Ergonomic Office (pdf)Download

Accessible Home Modifications: Promote Independence for All

In this webinar, Accessibility Specialists, Residential Building Contractors, and Qualified Builders will take you through the options available to make the homes of individuals you work with safe and accessible. The experts answer ed questions and guide you to possible resources and funding options to make homes barrier-free.


Live Event Recorded on June 17th, 2021

Environmental Controls - Assessed, Installed, Funded

The introduction of off-the-shelf devices has changed in-home care. What once was only possible through costly assistive technology is now easy to implement using simple, smart home technology.

Learn from Assistive Technology Professionals and MN DHS about the ins and outs of assessing for, setting up/installing, and funding devices as environmental control solutions in the home.

Live Event Recorded on April 22nd, 2021

What we Learned: Tech COVID Response

Learn from Technology Experts and Providers about what they are doing with technology to respond to COVID.  Hear about what has worked well and how the technology has been utilized to meet staffing needs, health and safety needs, and increased independence goals.


MN DHS answers questions and discusses how the services and technology mentioned can be approved and utilized. 


Live Event Recorded on December 16th, 2020

Download MN DHS Resource from 12/16/20 Webinar

links page for MN-NEAT webinar 12_16_20 (pdf)Download

Alternative Overnight Supervision - FAQ with DHS and MN-NEAT

Remote Support specialists, Residential Providers, and Minnesota DHS presented about using technology for alternative overnight supervision. Hear from the experts about how the technology is used, how it is funded, and examples of success stories. 

Questions highlighting common concerns and considerations when looking to implement and utilize technology for alternative overnight supervision were addressed by our experts.


Live Event Recorded on August 12th, 2020

(Coming Soon)

Assistive Technology & Remote Support Webinar

Assistive Technology experts through MN-NEAT and the ARRM Technology Resource Center discuss solutions you can implement now to help respond to COVID19 safety measures, staffing issues, and more.

After a brief presentation, the experts and other specialists, hosted a live Q&A session to allow attendees to ask the experts their questions.


This webinar was recorded on April 30th, 2020. 

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