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On Sunday, October 17th, the Atlanta Chapter of Makers Making Change, led by Shepherd Center occupational therapist Jasmin Brumby-Smith, closed the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association Conference with a build-a-thon.
Naomi Beswick, a speech language pathologist in Edmonton, Alberta, was looking for a switch adapted toy for a child that she works with. A first-time requestor, perhaps it was fitting that two first-time volunteers answered the call.
Task management apps have exploded in popularity and usability, and many of them are available for free across different platforms.
Chronic nerve pain and fatigue made long days on the computer difficult for Judy, an outreach worker for a non-profit. She turned to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for help.
Through her work experience, Marissa says that she feels more confident in what she can and cannot do, more responsible, and better able to support herself.