Activities of daily living (ADL) are a vital part of each person's life. For people with disabilities, activities such as eating, dressing, personal hygiene, housekeeping tasks and control of the environment can be difficult. The Center for Biomedical Engineering and Rehabilitation Science has an ADL assessment facility, where the person's current level of ADL functioning is evaluated. Adaptive living equipment is then prescribed to assist the person to become more independent in his/her home environment.
Program Manager: Marty Gallagher, M.S., LOTR, ATP

The Augmentative/Alternative Communication Program provides a wide range of services. These include comprehensive communication evaluations, systems assessments and communication system set-up and trainings. Our assessment laboratory is equipped with the most recent communication devices and systems. The evaluation team consists of a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist, a registered and licensed occupational therapist and a rehabilitation engineer. Consumer/team coordination is essential when determining the most appropriate communication devices to fit the needs of the individual.
Program Manager: Christy Garrett, MA,CCC/SLP

The Computer Access Program provides an in-depth assessment of an individual's ability to operate a computer with adaptive technologies. The team consists of an adaptive computer specialist and an occupational therapist.. The computer access team strives to match the latest in adaptive computer equipment with the person's needs for school or work applications. Following an assessment, an individualized report including recommendations for adaptive equipment, computer hardware, workstations and training are provided.
Program Manager: Joel Fernandes, COTA, M.S.

The Driver Rehabilitation Program provides a comprehensive evaluation of an individual's potential to operate a motor vehicle. This process includes a clinical evaluation of visual, cognitive and psychomotor skills and a behind-the wheel evaluation to determine the types of adaptive equipment and vehicle modifications necessary for driving. After the assessment, recommendations regarding vehicle selection, modifications, driver training and driver licensure are provided. The program also offers professional training programs and consumer information services.
Program Manager: Summer Powell, LOTR

Rehabilitation Engineering Services brings about enhancements to personal independence and employment through the integration of a team assessment and individualized assistive technology. Home, school and working environments are evaluated onsite in order to collaborate the experiences of everyone involved into practical and innovative solutions. Product modifications and architectural barrier evaluations are performed in order to broaden function for all users as well as to enhance the appearance of the design. While searching for the elusive "thing" to provide independence, consider a consultation with a rehabilitation engineer for a customized solution.
Program Manager: Kimberly Pace, M.S., ATP

Proper Seating and Wheeled Mobility is vital to people with disabilities because it affects all aspects of their lives. The team works with the client to determine the most appropriate seating system and mobility device to accommodate the client's needs both at home and at work. The comprehensive evaluation process introduces the client to the latest advances in wheelchairs (including powered systems) and customized seating.
Program Manager: : Marty Gallagher, M.S., LOTR, ATP