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31st Annual Assistive Technology Conference and Expo

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On April 11, 2025, over 100 individuals attended the GSAT Assistive Technology Conference held at the Westin Resort Guam. The event centered around the theme “Connect. Cope. Thrive. Empowering Mental Health through Assistive Technology.” Expert presentations from the AT program’s community partners, including Charlie Hermosa, Dr. Danny McClure, and Dr. Lilli Perez, and staff from WestCare Pacific Islands offered valuable insights and practical tips on enhancing mental health through the use of assistive technology.
On April 19, 2025, GSAT celebrated its 31st Annual Assistive Technology Expo at the Micronesia Mall. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with various agencies and explore the wide range of services they provide.

 

GSAT Conducted an AT Presentation to UOG’s School of Nursing Team

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Leah Abelon provided to the School of Health Team, a Guam CEDDERS Pripara Hao Emergency Preparedness Guide for Persons with Disabilities, Behavioral Health and Disabilities Glossary in Chamoru, and Guam Directory Services for Individuals with Disabilities. Pictured above from (l-r): Leah Abelon, Guam CEDDERS, GSAT coordinator; Janice Ada, Education and Training Coordinator, School of Health; Veronica B. Alave, MSN/ED, RN, School of Health; Margaret Hattori-Uchima, RN, PhD, Dean, School of Health/Assistant Professor, Nursing; Janice Ada, Education and Training Coordinator, School of Health. Not pictured: Jaysleen Lainos, Social Work Intern student and Clarissa Leon Guerrero, Social Work Intern student.

February 5th, GSAT conducted an AT presentation for UOG’s School of Health team. The focus was exploring possible AT devices to assist with dementia patients. Pictured above from (l-r): Veronica B. Alave, MSN/ED, RN, School of Health; Clarissa Leon Guerrero, Social Work Intern student; Margaret Hattori-Uchima, RN, PhD, Dean, School of Health/Assistant Professor, Nursing; Jaysleen Lainos, Social Work Intern student; Tricia Nguyen, Extension Associate, School of Health; Janice Ada, Education and Training Coordinator, School of Health. Not pictured: Leah Abelon, Guam CEDDERS, GSAT coordinator.

GSAT attend Breastfeeding Awareness Fair

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On August 24, 2019, Guam System for Assistive Technology (GSAT) participated in the 6th Annual Breast Feeding Awareness Fair at the Micronesia Mall Center Court. GSAT shared information on various assistive technology available to assist children with communication and limited fine and gross motor skills. (Pictured L-R) Shawni Acfalle, GSAT AT Center Assistant; and Leah Abelon, GSAT Program Coordinator.

GSAT attend the Guam Federation of Teachers Fair

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August 10, 2019: Leah Abelon, GSAT Center Coordinator and Tanya Simer, CEDDERS Research Associate, demonstrate the features of the various Assistive Technology devices to Mara Wusstig, during the Annual Guam Federation of Teachers’ Health Fair at the Guam Premium Outlet.

Client Receives AT Device from GSAT

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June 12, 2019: Lorna Soriano and her daughter Marie Soriano visited the GSAT office inquiring about available services and equipment for individuals with mobility issues. The family was given a quad cane through GSAT’s reutilization program.

Assistive Technology and Accessibility Training at DISID

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June 10, 2019: GSAT Center Coordinator Leah Abelon conducted training on the usage of a TDD/TTY, a telecommunication device for the Deaf, and creating accessible documents. Training participants included staff from the Guam Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities (DISID) Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Division of Social Services.