Hi Mike

 

We provide computer access assessment as part of alternative access assessment here at Chailey ( We look at communication, powered mobility, ECS, integrated access etc as well as computer.) 

We provide service to local clients but also accept referrals in from further a field where there are gaps in service.   We assess and make recommendation also support teams to get funding for any equipment recommended.

 

Donna

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Subject: Computer access assessments

 

Hi all

Do any of you working in NHS departments provide computer access assessments to local clients?  By this I mean access to PC or laptop for email/word processing/internet, not AAC or ECS.  We have provided this service for some years and I would like to know if we are offering something unusual, to help justify continued funding.

I am aware of Ability Net and the Ace Centres as we do work in conjunction with these on occasions.

Thanks
Mike Broadhurst

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Michael Broadhurst
Head of Bioengineering
Regional Medical Physics Department
Newcastle General Hospital
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