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From: wtm@bunker.shel.isc-br.com (Bill McGarry)
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Subject: Re: Handicap child requires programs
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Date: 7 Mar 91 05:26:37 GMT
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lyne@ersys.uucp (Lyne Eaker) writes:
> Has anyone found software for an Apple ][e (a Commodore C64 and
> IBM PC also are available, but not at the school) that could be
> used by a child with multiple handicaps, including visual impair-
> ment?  The software must be usable with a joy stick, as the child
> has poor hand control.  It must use interesting and variable
> sounds as the response to the manipulation of the joy stick.  Any
> programs we've seen are only visually stimulating.   
 
Try contacting the Disability Solutions group at Apple computer at:

    Apple Computer Inc
    Disability Solutions
    20525 Mariani Avenue
    Cupertino, CA 95014
    (408) 974-7910

There is also the Alliance for Technology Access which is sponsored by
Apple.  There are none (that I know of) in Canada but you can contact
the national office at 1307 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.  Phone
is 415-528-0747, Fax is 415-528-0746.

You might also pick up a copy of the Exceptional Parent magazine
(found occasionally on magazine stands or they can be reached at
P.O. Box 657, Kenmore Station, Boston, MA 02215.  Phone is 617-536-8961.)
There are several ads in each issue as to software suppliers.

Sorry I cannot give you specific suggestions but hope that these
sources will be able to.