Assistive Technology Video Series: Switches

Jackie gives an introduction to switches that may assist
in someone accessing the environment if physical limitations occur. We've included some helpful links below.
List of switches demo'd in video, not for endorsement, just to be used as a guide:
Gumball Switch, Microlight Switch, Twister Switch, Joystick Switch, Finger Switch, Foot Switch, EMG Switches (Tinkertron & Neuroode by Control Bionics)
Ways to obtain loaner switches and AT Assessments if you have ALS in WA, ID, AK, and MT:
Our Local ALS Association Evergreen Chapter: [e-mail]
Gleason Foundation (National): www.teamgleason.org/
Federally Funded State Assisitive Technology Program's:
Washington (WATAP): watap.org/
Alaska (ATLA):www.atlaak.org/
Idaho (IATP): idahoat.org/
Montana (MONTECH): bit.ly/2Gx1VsU
Examples of companies to purchase out of pocket these switches:
RJ Cooper - store.rjcooper.com/
Adaptive Tech Solutions - www.adaptivetechsolutions.com/
Enabling Devices - enablingdevices.com/
Enable Mart - www.enablemart.com/
Ablenet - www.ablenetinc.com/
Power Wheelchairs: see your ATP Vendor
For more information about the Evergreen Chapter's Assistive
Technology program, visit us at: bit.ly/2CW8MtW
If you live outside our service region and are interested in obtaining a switch, please contact your local ALS Association Chapter, you can find a complete directory at www.alsa.org.
Music:
Track Title: Uplifting Acoustic
Music by AShamaluevMusic.
Music Link: www.ashamaluevmusic.com

[@prymery5160]

I'm a student in Occupational Therapy and this has been an extremely helpful demonstration in how the switches work! Thank you so much!

[@vinnylivoti9567]

Very nice Demo Jackie. I work for Enabling Devices. I see you use many of our products. Thank You for sharing.

[@shehrymirza5615]

Thanks for helpful content

[@ALSAEC]

We're happy to be of help! Thank you for watching.

[@in2gadgets]

Hi - loved your video - very informative - can you direct me to information regarding eye tracking systems, please - my partner has to care for a quadriplegic lady who currently uses a possum system with gooseneck-mounted switches - one either side of the head. It appears the reason she is not getting the best support, as she becomes less and less able to use the system efficiently, is lack of knowledge as to what's available. I think part of her solution, despite being expensive, could be some kind of integrated eye tracking system. Thank you so much, in advance.

[@ALSAEC]

Hi Kenny, this is Jackie Gaddis, apologies for the late reply- my coworker pointed out this missed message. I'd be happy to assist further and even refer to you a colleague local to your city, state. I'm very familiar with eye tracking devices, and it may or may not always be appropriate for everyone. Please you or your partner send me an email at [e-mail], look forward to hearing from you!

[@applejellypucci]

I want to help people with ALS.

[@ALSAEC]

Thank you April! There are many many ways to help such as participating in or volunteering at one of our fundraising events, becoming an Advocate or even donating. You can learn more on our website: www.alsa-ec.org