Adaptive technology, also known as assistive technology, refers to products that are designed to promote greater independence for individuals with disabilities by providing alternative methods to perform tasks that may be difficult due to impairments. This document discusses the Sock Aid, an adaptive device that helps those with limited mobility get dressed by putting on socks and discusses how adaptive technology can benefit those who are blind, deaf, have speech or mobility impairments, or other disabilities by allowing them to overcome obstacles and limitations. It concludes with a quote about using adaptive devices to prove that disabilities have not won.

1. Assistive/Adaptive Technology Demonstration #2 by David T. Gofigan ED443 Assistive/Adaptive Technology Dr. Jacqui Cyrus 30 Oct 2008

2. What is adaptive technology? A name for products Promotes greater effectiveness Provides changed methods

3. Who is it for? Blind or visual impairment Deaf or having a hearing impairment Speech impairment Coordination, dexterity, or mobility impairment Other disability: learning, developmental and other types

4. Dress Aid (Sock Aid) Introduction Application Procedures Independency

5. The Sock Aid

6. References http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adaptive_technology http://www.icdri.org/legal/guam_system_for_assistive_techno.htm http://www.betterworld.net/quotes/disabilities-quotes.htm

7. A Special Quote Placing one foot in front of the other, I’ve climbed to higher lengths. Reaching beyond my own limitations, to show my inner strength. No obstacle too hard, for this warrior to overcome. I’m just a man on a mission, to prove my disability hasn’t won. --Robert M. Hensel