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Accessing Computers in the Community
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Project ACT (Accessible Computer Training) is a grant funded through Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities to help individuals with disabilities have access to computers and develop computer skills. You can help!
Accessing Computers in the Community Individuals with disabilities may be able to visit a location such as the public library or community resource location (Center for Independent Living, United Cerebral Palsy, Center for Developmental Disabilities Centers) in order to use available computers. Unfortunately, the computers available may not be accessible due to the lack of special computer tools (alternative mouse or keyboard, larger monitor), specialized software (screen readers, text to speech, writing supports), and staff limitations (unfamiliar with how to make computer accessible, not able to provide individualized support). Project ACT will support community access through:
For some individuals with developmental disabilities, accessing a computer within their community is not a choice due to transportation limitations, proximity of a resource location, medical concerns, or personal preferences. A home computer may not be affordable due to limited income and the added expenses associated with a disability. Project ACT will support computer access at home through:
Individuals with disabilities need opportunities to learn basic computer skills. Computer classes that are offered through centers may not fit the unique learning needs of individuals. A failure free learning environment needs to be available for individuals with disabilities to learn content from multiple methods, in flexible time constraints, and individualized when needed. Project ACT will support computer training through:
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