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Individual Receives Assistive Technology from the Helen Keller National Center

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On January 12, 2018, Leah Abelon, GSAT Center Coordinator, provided technical assistance to Clifford Ray Hackett, who was the first recipient of technology through the iCanConnect – The National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program (NDBEDP) administered by the Helen Keller National Center (HKNC). The NDBEDP is a national program designed to help the many thousands of people in the U.S. with significant combined hearing and vision loss to connect with their family, friends, and community through distance communication technology. For those who qualify for the program and meet income eligibility guidelines, equipment and training for distance communication is provided for free. Guam CEDDERS recently established a collaborative relationship with HKNC to assist with demonstration, training, and technical assistance of Assistive Technology for individuals who are eligible for program support.

GSAT Advisory Council Executive Meeting

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The GSAT Advisory Council Executive members held their quarterly meeting on January 9 at GSAT, House 19. (Pictured L-R, clockwise) Barbara Johnson, Secretary; Ben Servino, Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities (DISID) Director; Lou Mesa, Chairperson; Leah Abelon, GSAT Center Coordinator; Evangelis Babauta (standing), ASL Interpreter; Evelyn Duenas, Vice Chairperson; and Josephine Cortez, Member at Large. (Not shown) Dawn Maka, Member at Large. The executive members meets to developand approve the agenda for the upcoming GSAT Advisory Council General Membership Meeting on January 23, 2018.

Guam State Rehabilitation Council Executive Meeting

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On January 11, the State Rehabilitation Council, held its first Executive Meeting at the DVR Conference Room. (Front row, L-R) Jeanette Yamashita, Planning and Resource Committee Chairperson; Laura Taisipic, Planning and Resources Committee Vice Chairperson; and Barbara Johnson, Services Committee member. (Second row, L-R) Ben Servino, Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities (DISID) Director; Erlinda Tydingco, SRC Vice Chairperson; Lou Mesa, SRC Chairperson; Pete Barcinas, SRC Secretary; Leah Abelon, Outreach Committee Chairperson; and Edmund Cruz, Services Committee Chairperson. The State Rehabilitation Council provides clients of the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation with a mechanism to influence the direction of the rehabilitation programs in Guam at the System Policy Level.

Franklin Special Edition Speaking Language Master

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Speaking Merriam Webster Dictionary / Thesaurus for anyone challenged by blindness, visual or speech impairments, learning disabilities, or dyslexia. Orientation keys and audible cues for the visually impaired, Adjustable voice speed, Type, save and play back text-to-speech messages, Augmentative speech, Includes AC adaptor, press-on locator dots, carrying case, instructional CD.Manufacturer: Franklin.com
Demonstration: Yes
Loan: Yes

Intel Reader and Capture Station

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A mobile handheld device which converts printed text to digital text and then reads it aloud to the user. The device, which is about the size of a paperback book, comprises a high resolution camera and an Intel Atom processor, allowing users to point, shoot, and listen to printed text. When used together with the Intel Portable Capture Station, large amounts of text, such as a chapter or an entire book, can be gathered for reading later. The Intel Reader can store and play back a wide choice of content including MP3, DAISY books, and text transferred from a PC. Users can play back content with lifelike voices, selecting gender, pitch, and speed to suit their personal preferences.Manufacturer: Humanware
Demonstration: Yes
Loan: Yes