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Hello Thank you for the reply. Yes it sounds like the second option would indeed be better and hopefully I will be able to justify spending twice as much if we can find something appropriate. ________________________________ From: A discussion list for Assistive Technology professionals. <[log in to unmask]> on behalf of KEVIN DOUGHTY <[log in to unmask]> Sent: 08 January 2016 15:00 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Door Opener Hi Laura It certainly sounds a if this person needs some assistive technology. There may be two issues to address: 1. Is it a door release mechanism that is needed that would allow the user to use a remote control to allow a visitor in? or 2. Is a powered door opener needed that would allow the user to open the door to exit when needed? The second option may seem much better (and would help escape in the event of a fire) but would cost up to 20 times more! Voice control may indeed be possible but is it any better than alternative switch arrangements, gesture controls, eye gaze etc.? ________________________________ From: Laura Sullivan <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Friday, 8 January 2016, 11:25 Subject: Door Opener Hello I was advised from Darren Awang, who is my MSc Assistive Technology Course tutor to contact yourself for some advice please? I have a customer who has cerebral palsy and has great difficulty opening her front door - this is her only access. The customer is still young and we are looking at her trying to remain as independent as possible for as long as possible. She has a standard door in place now but is unable to open this so is trapped inside her home after the carers have gone or asks for the door to be left open during the day - propped open with a door stop - which is leaving herself very vulnerable. The customer has very limited grip in her hand and little strength in her upper arms - so I was thinking about an automatic door which could be controlled by her voice - now I was unsure if this is at all possible but wondered it there was anything like that out there? Kind Regards Laura Sullivan