hollyldc

About Me

Name

hollyldc
Type of User

Clinician
Location

NYC
Bio

I am an occupational therapist and assistive technology practitioner. I have been working in the field of assistive technology for the past twelve years. My primary areas of focus are computer access, augmentative and alternative communication, home automation (or ECU), and making/tinkering. I work with both adults and children to find the best technology solution to increase their level of independence to improve their quality of life.
Affiliation or Company

NYU Langone Medical Center and DIYAbility LLC

About ATS

ATS is a community of people whose primary purpose is to enhance the availability of assistive technology devices. The independence and quality of life of people with disabilities and others with functional limitations are greatly increased with the use of assistive technology. Availability of assistive technology is currently limited to those devices which can be purchased and those fabricated on a custom basis. The limited size of the market often creates a significant barrier to the commercialization and availability of assistive technology devices. (Read more)