Cooking with ATMolly Ridout, AT Specialist

molly@atlaak.org907-563-2599

www.atlaak.org

Grant ActivitiesFederal Tech Act Project

• Information & Awareness

• Demonstrations

• General AT Presentations (small or large group)

• Short Term Loans

• Reutilization of equipment

Who is ATLA?

ATLA can assist by finding the best AT solution to overcome

barriers

Try-Before-You-Buyshort term loans

trial softwaredemonstration areas

research and resources

Feature Matching

What’s the next step?

Servicing the state beyond the grant…

Nongrant ActivitiesFee Services• Device and software

reseller

• AT training on a variety ofcustom topics

• AT assessments

Who is ATLA?

Where is ATLA?

Basecamp3330 Arctic Blvd., Suite 101Anchorage, AK 99503

Available throughout

Alaska

• Demonstration Centers

• Virtual Help Desk System

• Webinars

• Resources

Who can ATLA help?

Be in Alaska

Need assistive

technology

Be alive

Qualifying Criteria

Community Living Education Employment IT / Telecom

ATLA does not…

Fix, maintain, or train general computer needs

Provide funding

Bill medicaid / medicare

Therapeautic evaluations occupational, physical, speech

Durable medical needs(wheelchairs, walkers, vehicle modifications, vents, etc..)

ATLA AT areas

• Augmentative & Alternative Communication

• Computer Access

• Deaf & Hard of Hearing Aids

• Environmental Controls

• Learning & Cognitive Supports

• Vision Impairment Aids

AT Assessment PrinciplesAssistive technology

• is a process not a product

• is a team process

• is a system of devices and services

• requires new skills

• is a step towards independence

Technology itself is not the

goal…

The individual’s

participation in their chosen activities is the goal.

Why present on cooking when we have so many other services to provide?

Cooking With AT

HELLOOOOOO. Food is good. And it’s kind of a big deal.

NutritionSocialEmotional

• Lack of understanding about then need for a balanced diet• Physical and dental health problems and difficulties with eating, chewing or

swallowing• Lack of experienced skilled staff, specialized eating/drinking equipment or

insufficient support at mealtimes• Digestive problems• Poor communication skills• Sensory impairments, the need for assistance with eating and loss of

eating independence may reduce enjoyment • Abnormal eating behaviors or disorders• Poverty, poor housing and social isolation may mean that food choice is

restricted and that affordable, good-quality food cannot be easily accessed • Some medicines may have side effects which play a part in abnormal

eating behavior, appetite changes or eating disorders. There may also be interactions between particular drugs and nutrients.

Impact of some disabilities on eating &

drinking

Cooking is fun and whew, it’s almost the end of the week, right?

Added Value

DISCLAIMER:The pug in no way assisted in the preparation of any of today’s food. The pug simply provides inspiration.

A variety of challengesCerebral palsy – difficulties with speech, hearing, balance, coordination, sight,

swallowing, gastrointestinal difficulties, greater risk of heart disease, muscle rigidity

A variety of challengesDown’s Syndrome – difficulties with gastrointestinal tract, respiratory,

thyroid disorders, congenital heart problems, prone to insulin-dependent diabetes, obesity, propensity toward chewing and jaw bone issues

Diabetes Buddy Lite

Free diabetes e-magazine from iTunes

A variety of challengesAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) – difficulties with ability to form relationships,

restrictive, obsessional or repetitive behavior which are often reflected in food and drink choices and around mealtimes

Behavior Tracker Pro

Proloquo2Go

A variety of challengesConditions such as arthritis, tremors, those with a limited range of motion, poor coordination and limited ability to grasp objects may have difficulty

holding utensils or mugs

A variety of challengesMobility – ability to move in and around the kitchen, gross/fine motor skills

Cooking Apps

Substitutions Cook It Allergy Free Quick & Easy The Photo Cookbook

Paprika Recipe Collector Epicurious

Therese Willkomm (McGyver of Assistive Technologyhttp://unh.edu/universityevents/speakersbureau/speakerdetails.cfm?sid=276

Accessible Kitchen Designhttp://www.handicapped-accessible-kitchens.com/?gclid=CPz99NnXsK4CFa0FRQodBG2uQQ

Vendors LS&Shttp://www.lssproducts.com/category/daily-living-products

Sammons Prestonhttp://www.pattersonmedical.com/

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