Technology has changed the face of education and for many students with disabilities, it has levelled up the playing field and enabled them to realise their true potential. Assistive technology comes in many forms, a software program, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities, low-tech communication boards, alternative access methods, and even switch adapted toys
range to compliment and assist our users.
assistive technology solutions that work alongside our product
It’s not just devices we provide, we have an entire range of
Offering unique Alternative Access for users with limited physical capability
There are a number of different access methods available to users to assist in the control of their AAC device. We have researched these methods and have chosen the most effective products and software to help users on their journey to successful communication.
Switches
Safe Care Technologies switch range is bigger than ever. The range of switches offered by Safe Care Technologies has been expanded significantly to not only give you more options but also to provide switch solutions for accessing AAC or assistive technology at an affordable price!
Eye Trackers
Eye tracking and eye control is a technology that makes it possible for computers to know exactly where the user is looking. When eye tracking and eye control are combined with speech generating devices, communication opportunities are enabled for individuals with special needs.
Alternative Mice / Joysticks
The ultimate USB device that converts your wheelchair’s joystick into a mouse to control your computer and compatible tablets and smartphones. With no additional adjustment, you can control and access all your favourite programmes and applications. Mouse clicks can alternatively be done with the external switches.
Alternative Keyboards
For some individuals the standard keyboard can be
difficult or impossible to use. For example labels on keys may be difficult to see, it may produce
pain for the user after a period of use, or a person may not have the fine dexterity to press on
individual keys. Fortunately there are many alternatives to the standard keyboard that can be
used to suit various user needs.
Offering clever and powerful Educational Resources to provide independence
Our software range helps our users with communication, literacy and language skills, working with intuitive and engaging software applications we are able to completely tailor a solution to fit each user.
Boardmaker
The trusted tool for parents, teachers, and therapists to create symbol adapted boards, schedules and activities for students.
Dragon Naturally Speaking
The latest edition of Nuance’s fantastic speech recognition software is faster and more accurate than ever.
Typing Software
For users who use single-handed tough typing on the standard QWERTY keyboard. Learn the home position and exercises which introduce new keys and revise keys already learned.
All Reading
The Accessible Literacy Learning (ALL) Reading Program is designed to teach basic reading skills to non-verbal students and is accessible through touch, eyegaze, and scanning.
Switch Adapted Toys
Switch adapted toys activated by the push of a switch or remote control!
We have hand picked a range of Switch Adapted toys to suit kids with different disabilities and impairments making playing with popular toys possible. Ranging from Mr Tumble and Micky Mouse with an external Switch, to Minions and to BB-8 with external remotes, these popular toys are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face.
Our Office
Unit 13A City Link Business Park,
Forge Hill, Togher,
Cork, T12 P793
Tel: 021 2428566
Email: hello@safecaretechnologies.com
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