You are invited to join us on Thursday, May 20th from 10 to 11 AM, for an exciting seminar by Mary Hill, MOT, OTR/L and Ingrid Hendrix, MILS, AHIP.
Topic: Assistive Technology: Promoting Access, Creating Opportunities
Background: It is estimated that 1 in 4 people in the United States has some form of disability, a number that is expected to grow with medical advances, a larger aging population, and an increase in conditions such as obesity and diabetes. Technologies have been and continue to be developed to support these individuals to maintain or achieve independence and an increased quality of life. Known broadly as assistive technology, these devices can range from simple, low-tech solutions to high-tech, complex adaptations. Understanding these technologies informs all of us about the opportunities and possibilities available to this growing segment of the population.
Learning Objectives - By attending this seminar, participants will:
1. Learn how the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model is applied to low- or high-tech Assistive Technology (AT).
2. Compare five broad types of AT, as well as low- and high-tech examples of each.
3. Learn about NM resources for Assistive Technology.
Please register in advance here: https://hsc-unm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvf--sqTIrHNcqfOLWAzjop1dw-OuM_Bin
The University of New Mexico School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.