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From: Marcia.Nunnally@f34.n376.z1.fidonet.org (Marcia Nunnally)
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[This is from the Spinal Injury Conference]

I am finding the use of computers with nursing home patients to be
one of the most exciting things I've ever done as an OT. We have an
Apple IIGS system with lots of peripherals and an Adaptive Firmware
Card. We just started the computer program in August 89. In
October, we will be presenting a seminar in Hawaii on using tech.
in this type of setting. Needless to say, a year does not make one
an expert by any means. I am finding good results with patients
with strokes and other neurological disorders. These are not
traditional rehab patients - they are the ones for whom
"traditional" therapy is not/didnot work. We work on visual
perceptual skills (using the Touch Window a lot) and on simple
cause and effect. From there, we work towards low tech
communication boards and systems. I am also using the computer to
"teach" daily living skills...I wish I knew some other OT's in SC
who even had a slight interest in technology. Just returned from a
conference in Conn. where there were many OTs and PTs with interest
in computers. On well, things will change... I am interested in
ideas and suggestions of others. One project now is to try to get
the nursing home on line so patients and families can take
advantage of the support areas. We have a modem, but no $$. Sounds
familiar, I'm sure. Thanks for your reply...

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