Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology
Learn more about Blythedale's Assistive Technology program, and how it's changed the lives of four extraordinary patients.
Merry Meredith & Assistive Technology
Meredith was born with a rare form of epilepsy, SLC13A5, which limited her ability to walk and talk. However, with the help of assistive technology and innovations within Blythedale's new Assistive Technology Innovation Lab, she and other children at Blythedale are finding opportunities to expand and enrich their worlds.
Creating Ability Through Assistive Technology
Joshua's Story
With the assistance of his occupational therapist and a consultation with Blythedale's Assistive Technology team, Joshua was introduced to Puck, a smart remote that allows him to control his TV through Bluetooth technology and an app on his phone or tablet.
Navigating Nathaniel's Needs
Assistive Technology Empowers Exploration & Education
Nathaniel was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and other medical complications that left him with physical limitations and non-verbal. To unlock his world, assistive technology was introduced to empower exploration and education. Learn how the critical collaboration between Blythedale Children’s Hospital and Mt. Pleasant Blythedale School helped bring fun, function, self-expression and endless opportunities to Nathaniel.
Tara's Triumph
Teen's Fierce Determination for Independence Drives Assistive Technology Training
Tara has cerebral palsy, but wants what any other teen wants... to spend time with friends and family, go to prom and graduate high school. With help from Blythedale's innovative Assistive Technology program, her dreams are becoming a reality. Learn how this former preemie triplet is gaining her independence and mobility, but on her own terms.
Omouri's Odyssey
Tot Triumphs over Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Assistive Technology
An infectious smile and big, brown eyes. These are just a few things you notice about Omouri when you first meet him. The two-and-a-half-year-old is unable to talk, but can speak volumes with just a look or a grin. “He’s full of energy and wants to express himself, but is unable to do...
Assistive Technology Keeps Nick on Top of his Game
17-year-old Nicholas has not let his diagnosed athetoid cerebral palsy and seizure disorder hold him back. The Ossining tenth-grader is an avid athlete who enjoys baseball, swimming and yoga; however, increased communication and academic demands began to pose a challenge for Nicholas. Almost a...
Hear My Voice, Watch Me Move
Assistive Technology and Children
A few days ago, the mother of a little girl who cannot speak, and has barely ever communicated, came out of our hospital's assistive technology area and began to weep. I approached her and asked if she was all right. She nodded vigorously through the tears and then looked up at me, smiling. "My daughter just told me she likes the color blue."