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The Service We Provide
The computer revolution is transforming society. It is also transforming the lives of people with disabilities by giving them greater independence and productivity. Communication, study, personal finance, recreation, creativity, work - in all of these areas computer technology gives people with a disability new options. It is helping these people get into life in a way that has never before been possible.
Central to this exciting process has been the development of assistive technology. There are many alternatives to the standard keyboard and mouse. These adaptations enable almost everyone - including those with special needs - to use a computer successfully.
In Australia one of the leading organisations that assists people with a disability to access a computer is ABILITY TECHNOLOGY. Ability has assisted hundreds of people to gain access to a computer and to transform their lives as a result. This website contains information that introduces you - whether you are a person with a disability, a family member, a therapist, a teacher, or a government worker - to the exciting world of computer technology for people with special needs.
The Team
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B.Ec (Hons), B.D., M.A. (Hons), Ph D.
Graeme is the founder and Executive Director of Ability Technology. As well as assessing the technology needs of hundreds of people with a disability since 1990, he has undertaken a range of national research projects in the area of disability and technology. His expertise is frequently sought in the legal, education, employment and disability sectors. He has contributed to various levels of government in the area of assistive technology, as well as presenting at conferences in Australia and overseas.
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B.App Sc (OT) Hons, AccOT
Gemma is an Occupational Therapist who joined Ability in early 2007. After graduating in 1997 she established a sound background in vocational rehabilitation in Sydney before developing her career in a variety of positions in the UK. These included work in hospitals, community occupational therapy and special needs housing, with adults and children. She has developed specialised skills in environmental control technology and computer access, as well contributing to our training, advice and support services. Gemma has completed postgraduate studies in ergonomics and is currently completing a Masters in Health Science (OT).
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Ass. Dip (BIT)
Alan has worked with Ability for 10 years. He works as an electronics technician and sales consultant. He specialises in Environmental Control Hardware, mobile phone technologies, and general IT hardware enhancements and modification. He also works as the Ability Webmaster.
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Deidre is Office Manager at Ability Technology, with responsibility for stock, sales, bookkeeping and general administration. She has a background in administration and worked for many years as a PA in an international company. She joined the Ability team in 2006.
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